Learning to drive isn’t just about the time you spend with your instructor. In fact, some of the biggest improvements in confidence and skill often come from practising between lessons.
That’s why we’re excited to partner with Collingwood Learner Driver Insurance, giving our pupils access to flexible learner driver cover and exclusive discounts.
You can find out more and get a quote here.
What Is Learner Driver Insurance?
Learner driver insurance is a separate insurance policy designed specifically for provisional licence holders.
It allows you to practise driving in your own car or in a friend or family member’s vehicle while supervised by a qualified driver. Unlike being added to someone else’s insurance policy, learner driver insurance sits alongside the vehicle owner’s existing cover and is designed to protect their No Claims Bonus if they need to make a claim.
This means you can gain valuable experience on the road without the worry of affecting a parent, partner, or friend’s insurance policy.
Why Extra Practice Matters
The more time you spend behind the wheel, the more natural driving becomes.
Professional lessons are essential, but private practice allows learners to reinforce what they’ve learned, improve confidence, and gain experience in different driving conditions. Whether it’s practising manoeuvres, tackling roundabouts, or simply becoming more comfortable with independent driving, extra time on the road can make a huge difference.
The DVSA recommends private practice alongside professional tuition, and many successful learners find that additional driving time helps them progress more quickly towards the test standard.
New Short-Term Cover from Just 2–7 Days
One of the most exciting updates from Collingwood is the introduction of even more flexible short-term policies.
Learners can now arrange cover from as little as 2 days or 7 days, making it ideal for:
- Intensive driving practice before a test
- School or university holidays
- Practising during time off work
- Building confidence before an upcoming lesson
- Last-minute preparation before a driving test
Rather than paying for a lengthy policy you may not need, you can choose cover that matches your learning schedule. Collingwood also offers longer-term options if you’re planning regular practice over several months.
Benefits for Our Pupils
By taking advantage of learner driver insurance, our pupils can:
- Gain more driving experience between lessons
- Practise in a familiar vehicle
- Build confidence in real-world driving situations
- Receive additional supervised driving time
- Protect the vehicle owner’s No Claims Bonus
- Choose flexible cover periods that suit their needs
- Potentially reduce the overall number of lessons required to reach the test standard
For many learners, regular practice outside of lessons is one of the fastest ways to improve and become a safer, more confident driver.
Start Practising Today
If you’re currently learning with us and would like to get more experience behind the wheel, learner driver insurance could be a great option.
Thanks to our partnership with Collingwood, you can access exclusive discounts and choose from flexible cover options, including their new 2-day and 7-day policies.