From the very first time you get in the car to the day you pass your test, Mike Orrell helps you through it every step of the way. From the initial meeting, you will realize why Mike Orrell is the popular choice of driving instructor for the Bolton area.
Individual driving tuition, all our lessons are on a one to one basis. At no other time will you need to meet any other pupils. Some driving schools include picking up or dropping off other pupils in the driving lesson.
Nervous pupils welcome, We realize that not all pupils are the same and that some are especially nervous or agitated. That is why Mike Orrell puts special effort in to making all pupils feel relaxed and welcome.
Patient and friendly, A patient and friendly instructor can make the difference between taking a driving lesson and enjoying a driving lesson. A friendly face and patient tuition can make the extra difference to enjoying your time as a learner driver.
Cost: £21 per hour
The Pass Plus scheme is designed to make you a better driver and so help you avoid being part of a gruesome statistic.It involves more lessons in the form of six specially designed driver training modules which cover driving in town, out of town, in all weathers, at night, on dual carriageways and on motorways. And there is no test to take at the end of it.
Cost: £160 Total Course
The DIAmond Advanced Test will take over an hour and will encompass most types of road conditions. A maximum of six minor faults will be allowed. The DIAmond Advanced Driving Test is the first advanced test available to the general public which examines the Driving Standards Agencys recommended syllabus for driving in its entirety. Those candidates who can demonstrate their skills and knowledge DIAmond Advanced Motorists.
The system of driving will remain the same as you were originally taught but of course you will be expected to demonstrate a progressive drive and a higher degree of skill and competence. All the manoeuvres contained in the recommended syllabus may also be examined. As you are aware, conditions can be entirely different when driving at night, in snow, on ice, in bright sunlight, in the rain or on the motorway. To ensure that appropriate experience of these conditions has been achieved we ask your instructor to sign the appropriate form. Your instructor will also be able to tell you what to expect on the test. One hour or two hour lessons available.
Cost: £25 per hour
After extensive trials, the DIAmond Advanced Motorists driving test organisation has re-trained a number of examiners to undertake "the ultimate" driving test, to be called the DIAmond Special Test. The cost will be £65.00 and currently can be taken in most areas throughout the North West.
The new DIAmond Special test is arguably be the most difficult test yet available in the United Kingdom and examiners will seek the perfect drive for the 90 minute test. The standard will be a maximum of two driving (minor) faults. The new test will be available for anyone to take – even from the general public.
Cost: £65
Whether we like it or not, most of us at some point in our lives will find ourselves using motorways on a regular basis. Motorways are an entirely different enviroment from where we learn to drive, so at first motorway driving can seem quite daunting, and to some even frightening. This is why at Mike Orrell som we strongly recommend that after passing your test you take up some motorway lessons.
To take a motorway course you must already hold a valid full UK driving licence. There is a set fee of £45 per 2 hour session using your own car. All aspects of motorway driving are undertaken. Ideal for pupils who are nervous of motorway driving or for those who just want to enhance their all round driving skills.
Cost: £45 for 2 hours
