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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- For a Leading Upminster Driving Instructor Franchise Opportunity

Smart Drive UK is one of the highest rated companies for driving instructor franchise opportunities in Upminster. Approved Driving Instructors rate the business highly because they have firmly established themselves as a name that can be trusted when it comes to filling diaries. Due to their commitment towards ensuring their franchisees are some of the most profitable in Upminster, Smart Drive UK has the network to provide up to 60 hours work a week.

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 Join a Smart Drive UK Upminster Driving Instructor Franchise?

Smart Drive UK does not support driving instructor franchise contracts that offer as low as one student per week and contracts without any guarantees. The company offers a franchise agreement that ensures ADIs are in full control without any financial outlays. Franchisees remain with Smart Drive UK out of their own volition.

With Smart Drive UK, there is no issue of dealing with multiple instructors in Upminster unless the company can guarantee an adequate number of students. It is no surprise that most approved driving instructor franchisees in Upminster stay with the company for long periods. The company is one of the few that provides guarantees to driving instructors on pupil numbers further highlighting their commitment to ensuring profitability.

Why Should ADIs embrace a Driving Instructor Franchises in Upminster?

After becoming an approved driving instructor, becoming a driving instructor franchisee or starting up your own business are two main options available to you. There are advantages to each route taken which further toughens the selection process. 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. Marketing and a positive reputation, both long-term factors, are needed to be able to gain recommendations.

Getting the right number of pupils requires building a website, engaging potential students on social media and investing in various forms of marketing. For many ADIs, earning a full-time income quickly is a top priority thus making the first few months or years as an ADI turbulent. Joining a franchise like the Smart Drive UK Upminster driving instructor franchise, on the other hand, makes it possible to start earning right away and ensure a full diary as fast as possible.

Choosing your Upminster Driving Instructor Franchise

When it is time to join a driving instructor franchise in Upminster, you cannot afford to make a mistake.

The wrong choice of franchise will not only lead to stagnant or non-existent earnings, but you could also lose money from your pocket. Big national companies are attractive because of their popularity, but local driving instructor franchise providers could serve you better.

The local companies have been on the ground for years and thus have local networks in place for a steady supply of pupils. Alongside the franchise contract, a steady supply of work is the next vital factor when choosing to go with a particular driving instructor franchise.

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You should seek reassurances on the supply of pupils to be certain about profitability as an ADI that is part of a franchise. Smart Drive UK understands the requirements for a successful driving instructor franchise career so contact them today.

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 Smart Drive UK driving instructor franchise ADIs operating in your Upminster area now?

Smart Drive UK offers driving instructor franchise opportunities all across the Upminster area. It is, therefore, likely they have taken on at least one driver in your area. Even when the company already has an ADI in your location, you can still apply for a franchise. Contacting the company could lead to a positive response as student demand could mean a need for more instructors. 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 can ADIs expect with Smart Drive Driving Instructor Franchise in Upminster?

Approved Driving Instructors starting out with an empty diary can expect to get fully booked in as little as three months. This means that between five and ten students will typically be supplied monthly to full-time driving instructor franchisees in Upminster until they have hit weekly work targets. 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 ADIs run their own business as a franchisee?

Of course, Smart Drive UK does not inhibit ADIs from running their own businesses. The company takes pride in allowing franchisees to retain control of their driving school and deciding work hours and earnings.

How are pupils booked at Smart Drive UK?

The company’s diary system makes it straightforward regarding communicating the 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 contact you at a time that is convenient for you to introduce themselves and book you in. Ensuring you are in total control of your diary and working hours.

Is extra support provided to Smart Drive UK Upminster franchisees?

Smart Drive UK has a selection of advisers earmarked to provide support to all franchisees. Advisers are on hand round the clock to provide a solution to any problems ranging from business related problems to day to day running challenges. Smart Drive UK is firmly one of the best options in Upminster for driving instructor franchisees.

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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