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At Smart Drive UK we are totally committed to providing you with an outstanding Driving School Franchise which delivers a continuous supply of business that suits your requirements, whether thats 10 hours per week or 60 hours per week. We want to make you more profitable than other driving schools. 100% Confidence!!

Having had an amazing 16 years in the Driving Instructor Business we want you to join our family team. You could be our first Instructor in your area. With only around 30 driving instructors in total you will never be just a number to us.

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MANAGED BOOKINGS

Smart Drive UK will manage all your driving classes and appointments when you are on the go.

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MARKETING SUPPORT

We want your franchise to succeed and support you with online and offline marketing support.

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GOOGLE ADVERISING

Smart Drive UK handles Google Advertising, Facebook and more to ensure you are always busy.

Why Choose Us?

We undestand the risk to yourself of commiting to a contract that has either no guarantee of providing a specifc number of pupils or some that promise to give you only 50 pupils per year (that’s less than one per week). That is why we have created a NO Risk Franchise that leaves you in control and no financial risk to you. We want you to join and stay with us not because the contract term says you must but because you want to, and you love what we do for you, and we will not recruit another driving Instructor in your area unless we have to turn away business because you are too busy and need support. We do not have any sales teams so don’t worry just our family members explaining what we do.

97% of Driving Instructors that started with us on our trial period decided to stay with us. The other 3% left due to personal circumstances and not because of the service we provided. Filling your diary quickly is our highest priority and we will GUARANTEE a minimum number of pupils that will be given to you.

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Smart Drive UK-Ashbourne Preferred Driving Instructor Franchise Business

Over the years, Smart Drive UK has quietly cemented its position on the list of top driving instructor franchise providers in the Ashbourne area. The company has built a reputation for excellence in providing fully booked diaries for ADIs under its franchise programme. The company’s stellar reputation and unique business model mean driving instructor franchisees in the Ashbourne can expect up to 60 hours of work on a weekly basis, with little marketing input.

Awards

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Smart Drive UK Driving School – Awarded 2018/2019/2020

Most Trusted Non-Commercial Driver Trainer School 2020

Driving School of the Year 2019

Best for Class B Driver Training Services 2018 & Best for Promoting Road Safety by Influencing Driver Behaviour

Franchise opportunities are available now in your area.

Please fill free to call us on 08450 179 778 or Text/Call on 07760 767170.

Why Choose Smart Drive UK for Ashbourne Driving Instructor Franchise?

Smart Drive UK offers only driving instructor franchise contracts that are beneficial to ADIs. The company offers a franchise agreement that ensures ADIs are in full control without any financial outlays. They have made a name in the business by being one of the few companies where franchisees can leave when they want.

Smart Drive UK franchisees never have to worry about extra competition from other franchisees because the company only takes on new instructors when student numbers dictate. It is no surprise that most approved driving instructor franchisees in Ashbourne stay with the company for long periods. The company is fully committed to ensuring that ADIs are fully booked as quickly as possible, and there are guarantees on pupil numbers.

Why subscribe to a Driving Instructor Franchises in Ashbourne?

Starting your own business or signing up for a franchise are the two main routes available to any newly qualified driving instructor. The decision is a hard one as there are many benefits to each side of the argument. Different challenges face any newly qualified drivers that decides to start their own businesses. Recommendations and referrals are your best bet to getting new clients as an ADI. Recommendations will only come after you have built a positive reputation over a period of time.

Marketing, new website creation, and social media marketing are just some of the things you must do to bring in prospective students. Many ADIs do not have what it takes to draw new pupils in the early days of their driving school and make a profit, so for this reason many struggle. This is where joining a franchise such as the Smart Drive UK Ashbourne driving instructor franchise makes sense.

How to find a profitable Ashbourne driving instructor franchise

When choosing a driving instructor franchise in Ashbourne to join, you need to ensure you have made the right decision.

The primary reason why you need to carefully select your company of choice is the fact that most contracts are long term without any easy get-out clause. It is easy to get engrossed with some of the well-known names, but some of the more local names can yield better results.

The primary reason for this is that local companies have been around your target area and must have built a reputation with local people. After your franchise agreement, the steady supply of work is the next important factor when picking a driving instructor franchise.

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Without pupils, you can’t earn so be certain to confirm the situation and seek guarantees where possible. Smart Drive UK has all the features of a top driving instructor franchise in Ashbourne so get in touch with them right away.

Franchise opportunities are available now in your area.

Please fill free to call us on 08450 179 778 or Text/Call on 07760 767170.

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Are ADIs on Smart Drive UK driving instructor franchise already working in Ashbourne?

Smart Drive UK has franchise openings in Ashbourne from time to time. This means the company may already have driving instructors in your area. This should not dissuade you from applying for a franchise position. The company may be in need of more instructors for your location as a result of student demand. ADIs opening new frontiers for Smart Drive UK, on the other hand, can look forward to see pupils within a week of signing up. How many pupils are provided for ADIs under the Smart Drive Driving Instructor Franchise in Ashbourne?

Approved Driving Instructors starting out with an empty diary can expect to get fully booked in as little as three months. This equates to handling 5-10 pupils a month, more or less depending on your work goals. When you have met your weekly goals, the company will start to assign new pupils as the old ones graduate. Smart Drive UK’s mode of operation means that the company takes on all the marketing needs allowing ADIs to concentrate on becoming better driving instructors.

Let’s Keep This Simple..we will provide the following for ADI’s.

  • First 4 weeks Free (No commitment to stay)
  • First 8 weeks No Payment until you receive 10 pupils (No commitment to stay)
  • First 6 Months 20% discount on payments & from as little as £10 per week. (You make a decision on whether you want to stay with us)
  • GUARANTEED  minimum number of pupils that will be given to you.
  • Unlimited pupils (no minimum or maximum number we give you as many as you need)
  • No start up costs
  • No additional pupil fees/ no additional fees full stop.
  • All stationery and car signaged provided.
  • Bring your own vehicle if you require (keeping costs down)
  • Choice of removable car signage
  • You can negotiate with us to beat any genuine franchise deal.
  • Pay per pupil available in some locations
  • Agree your terms with us.

So why not talk to us today and we will be happy to discuss your needs or complete this form and we will call you back at a convenient time to you.

Can you run a personal driving school as a franchisee?

Yes, Smart Drive UK allows instructors to run their own driving schools. The company maintains this approach because it wants ADIs to always be in control of their work hours and earnings.

How are pupils booked at Smart Drive UK?

There is a diary system that is used between the company and ADIs to communicate their work schedule. Pupils details such as, Name, Location, driving experience, their availability etc are taken and passed on to the Driving Instructors. The Instructor will make contact at a convenient time to introduce themselves and book them in accordingly. Ensuring you are in total control of your diary and working hours.

Is extra support provided to Smart Drive UK Ashbourne franchisees?

Smart Drive UK offers a dedicated adviser for franchisees who can be in constant contact with help with advice. ADIs can contact the advisers around the clock to discuss any issues affecting their franchise experience. Smart Drive UK’s no-frills take on research, advertising and reduction of business costs makes them a top option for franchisees in Ashbourne.

Franchise opportunities are available now in your area.

Please fill free to call us on 08450 179 778 or Text/Call on 07760 767170.

FAQ’s

Can I take a break off after qualifying?

Some driving instructors build up their business slowly part-time alongside a full-time job to remove any risk financially. We will support you in your process to reach your goals.

Is full-time driving instruction of 40 hours or more per week a business with 40 pupils per week?

We encourage students to take lessons lasting and in 20 minutes (2 hours). 20 pupils are normally enough to be a full-time teacher with Smart Drive UK. In between lessons, travel time will be needed. We build multi-of learner drivers by encouraging block bookings.

Numbers of clients will Smart Drive UK give me?

Our advertising campaigns run throughout the year on a local and national basis positioning Smart Drive UK as a leader in local driving school provision. You can also promote your driving instructor business through our time-tested advice, resources, and marketing materials.

Is there a charge for supplying students?

You will not have to pay to get more students.

Will I be employed by Smart Drive UK?

No. Both independent driving schools and franchised driving instructors tend to be self-employed in the UK. Driving instructors have the benefit of being their boss.

You choose your work hours and organise your schedule to fit around your life. Driving instructors value the flexibility of the hours and the schedule; flexibility that is found in few other careers.

The nature of self-employed businesses is that the more you are willing to invest in terms of your time and energy the more you will get out in terms of financial rewards and job satisfaction.

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As the leading driving school in the United Kingdom, Smart Drive UK offers fully personalised lessons tailored to your goals, whether you want to pass your exam quickly or take your time getting used to being behind the wheel. All of our lessons follow the Drivers Standards Agency guidelines and offer the highest standards of safety, allowing you to relax knowing that our experienced instructors can handle any situation.

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Our courses are designed to build experience and confidence in all of our learner drivers at a pace that suits you. Smart Drive UK offers unique pre-lesson learning sessions ensure that once you’re in the car, you’ll spend as much time driving as possible – not talking to the instructor about driving. This approach ensures not only that you’ll progress quickly – but also that you’ll get the absolute most from your money.

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At Smart Drive UK you get to choose the time and length of your lessons so they fit perfectly into your schedule. Our instructors will take your previous knowledge and goals into account, making our programme perfect for both experienced and novice drivers alike and letting you progress at the pace that works for you. Whether you want to slowly build confidence or quickly pass your test, you can’t go wrong with Smart Drive UK!

Franchise opportunities are available now in your area.

Please fill free to call us on 08450 179 778 or Text/Call on 07760 767170.

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