We understand what it’s like to be a critical worker as we are working as one during this pandemic.
We know how hard you work so as such our critical worker and NHS deal on our 10hr block will run until March 2021! So get in touch to book your space now!
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From today (Friday 24 April), DVSA have launched a new service to help make it quicker and easier for key workers to apply for an emergency driving test or an emergency theory test.
Key workers will no longer need to email to request an emergency test. Instead, they will need to submit an application on GOV.UK.
They will be asked to supply their ID at the start of the application, so we have all the information we need to confirm if they’re eligible for an emergency test.
DVSA will email those who meet the criteria, with a new test date and time at their nearest available test centre. This will be based on the information they provide when submitting their application.
To apply for the theory please click this link and follow the instructions: https://www.gov.uk/apply-emergency-theory-test
To apply for the practical test please click this link and follow the instructions: https://www.gov.uk/browse/driving/learning-to-drive
We are still here for all our pupils that qualify for this and will help you get your test through these difficult times.
Why Is Driving So Important?
If this unprecedented event has shown us anything it’s that getting mobile safely and quickly at any given point in time is critical.
With public transport being forced to drastically reduce services to quite rightly protect people, being able to drive is a skill that you should have in your locker regardless of circumstances. These are challenging times indeed and those public servants that brave this outbreak should be commended. However, public transport can be unreliable, through bad weather and poor driving conditions, industrial strikes or bank holidays and by driving you reduce the risk of encountering these issues. You’re more flexible, and there’s no need to worry about the potential imminent rail or bus strike that will delay your morning commute.
Driving can bring about new opportunities, especially in the job market. You are not restricted to bus routes, instead you can explore and push new boundaries within your work that would perhaps not have been attainable had you not been able to drive.
When I decided to write this piece, I wanted to ask those that we need most at this time; the incredible staff working for the NHS. I asked the question, ‘In this crisis, how has being able to drive benefitted you?’.
The answers have been interesting and insightful. I have had the pleasure of teaching pupils who work in A&E, high dependency units, cancer units and one who is now living her dream as a paramedic. All these former pupils have said, especially in this time we are living, that due to reduced public transport services and where they live, they would unequivocally struggle to get to work. They perhaps wouldn’t be able to work in the departments that they work in, had they not been able to drive, as they are sometimes needed at a moments notice. When they were students on their placements, due to some of the locations they had to attend, access was challenging, and being able to drive changed things for them as they could get to their placements a little less stressed and a little more rested.
But what else does driving do for you? With the challenges facing front line workers now, particularly the emotional and work pressures that they face, driving allows you to be in your own safe solitary environment. As much as public transport provides a valuable service, driving allows you to have your own quiet, calm and reflective area that you can use to unwind and get home quicker than perhaps alternative forms can get you there. Some of the comments from NHS workers stated that, ‘driving allowed me not to sit on a depressing bus worrying if the virus was circulating’ or ‘driving cuts about40mins off my journey time making work more bearable and less of a thought to get and to from’ and the most straight to the point answer, ‘I love driving, kind of my escape’.
All these answers and more, highlighted how important driving has instantly become to a lot of people. Even though we live in a digital age where communication is better than before, the ability to work from home has become the norm and the world is moving at a faster pace, we still need to travelfor business and pleasure, we still need to go to important places of work and now more than ever we need our emergency services and delivery drivers. None of these important areas of work would be possible unless you can drive.
So maybe this year is the year that you learn your important Skill for Life.
Be safe, be smart, stay indoors and protect our NHS and our other important emergency services.
Get in touch with Compass ProDrive to book your space
In light of these challenging times we have decided to do quick videos on bite size bits of information related to owning a car, things you may know and indeed things you might not know.
This week it’s understanding tyres and those mysterious numbers stamped on them.
Enjoy and stay safe out there.
The last couple of weeks we have been testing a new app called Drive-Class that has been recording and scoring lessons that our pupils have been doing.
The app records the route, the left and right turns as well as accelerating and stopping. At the end of the lesson it shows how well the pupil has been using the hand and feet controls and subsequently how the pupils observations has contributed to how smooth the drive was.
The route and results can then be sent to the pupil by text or email to review or be fed into google maps for extra practice outwith lessons.
The feedback and results have been really positive especially as our pupils try to beat their score from the previous lesson.
Our commitment to our pupils development is always our priority and as such we continue to explore new ways to enhance your learning experience with us.
A massive congratulations to Steven Black who today passed his test brilliantly first time in Currie.
Steven worked tirelessly at his driving and showed a great work ethic. Well done again Steven, enjoy the new licence and all that it brings especially progressing your business.
Above all else remember to stay safe out there.
Another great pass today as Charlie Higgins braved Storm Ciara to a brilliant result in Currie. Charlie has worked tirelessly with his instructor Laura to finally reap the rewards of his hard work. Well done again and enjoy the new licence and all the opportunities it brings but above all remember to stay safe out there.
A huge congratulations to Michelle Riley who today passed her test brilliantly in Currie. Rachel has worked so hard juggling her career as a nurse and learning to drive gaming any time that she could. Richly deserved and enjoy the new licence and all the freedom it brings but above all remember to stay safe out there.
We have the first pass of 2020 already! Congratulations to Nikki Pearson from South Queensferry who today passed brilliantly in Currie. A huge well done to her instructor Laura who between the two of them produced a brilliant result.
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FOLLOWING RECENT PASS SUCCESSES
Here’s our list of spaces between now and New Year. Get your time secured now for a great 2020!!
Every Monday from NOW @ 1430-1630
Every Tuesday from NOW @ 0945-1145
Every Tuesday from 14th December @ 12-1400
Every Wednesday from 15th December @ 12-1400
Every Thursday from 9th January @ 12-1400
Locations: South Queensferry, Kirkliston, Corstorphine, Broomhouse, Sighthill, Currie and immediate surrounding areas.
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We are delighted to announce that Compass has passed 30 new drivers this year. That means that we have helped to change 30 people’s lives for the better.
In one case one of our pupils has now joined the Scottish Ambulance Service and is now a fully qualified Emergency Ambulance Driver.
It’s new avenues like this that we have managed to open up for some that have taken the leap and learned to drive.
Driving is an integral part of life so let Compass help you achieve new challenges.
We are delighted to announce that Bert Van Den Adeele today passed his driving test with minimal driver marks in Currie. A brilliant drive sees Bert walk away a happy man with his new licence and new sense of freedom. Well done also to his instructor Laura Jackson who has successfully guided Bart through this journey to its successful conclusion. Enjoy the new licence and all that it brings but above all remember to stay safe out there.
We are delighted to announce that Ewan Dawson today passed with minimal driver marks after a brilliant drive. This is a great achievement as Ewan has worked tirelessly, fitting in lessons between work and meetings to reach his goal. Well done again, enjoy the licence and all that it brings but above remember to be safe out there in your new Audi S3 😉
We are delighted to say that Gary Wood today passed his test in Currie with a very challenging set of circumstances on the road. Terrible traffic and redirects on his route were thrown at Gary plus bad weather all of which he dealt with brilliantly. It’s been a long road with house moves, holidays, challenges with the cars on the way to this final result. Hard work and determination has paid off and Gary can now enjoy the freedom and new opportunities that this licence will bring. Well done again but above all remember to be safe out there.
We are delighted to announce that Euan Dickie today passed his test with minimal drivers marks today in Currie. Euan has worked so hard to achieve this and never gave up which resulted in a brilliant result for him today. Enjoy the new licence and all the new opportunities it will undoubtedly bring for you but above all remember to stay safe out there.
Delighted to announce that Yulia Farusheva today passed her test first time in Currie today with minimal driver faults. Yulia has put in a tremendous amount of effort into her driving and it’s paid off dividends. Well done again Yulia, enjoy the new licence and all the opportunities it brings including the new puppy on it’s inevitable way. Above all remember to stay safe out there.
*** DRIVING LICENCE FOR 2020 ***
We have some new dates become available with Steve and Laura so if you are looking to ditch public transport and explore the roads here’s the current availability. Share and spread the good news:
Every Wednesday from 2nd October @ 0945-1145 same day and time till test.
Every Wednesday from 16th October @ 1400-1600 same day and time till test.
Every Wednesday from 23rd October @ 1100-1330 same day and time till test.
Every Thursday from 31st October @ 0700-0900 same day and time till test.
All these dates are for the South Queensferry, Kirkliston, Granton and surrounding areas, Broomhouse, Sighthill, Westerhailes and surrounding areas.
Thanks
Steve Jackson - Compass ProDrive: www.compassprodrive.com
07736659265
07792053993
The schools are back, we are all sunned, tanned and back into it after the summer holidays. Now it’s the run in for the next great event…the festive season!!!
Get started for your new skill for life by getting in touch and learning to drive. No longer will you have to rely on public services or taxis for getting home safely after the festive season nights out.
Get in touch today to book your place.
Delighted to announce that Cameron Mackenzie passed his test first time today in Currie with minimal driver marks. A confident, assured drive saw Cameron walk away with his new skill for life. Enjoy the licence and all the opportunities and exciting experiences it brings but above all remember to stay safe out there.
Delighted to announce that Sean McLaughlin today passed his test first time with only 2 driver marks today in Currie. Sean has worked tirelessly I’ve the last few months and produced a superb drive which we all knew he was capable of.
Well done again Sean, enjoy looking for the new car you’ve wanted since the start and also wish you all the best in the exciting new opportunities this licence will bring.
Enjoy the new licence to its fullest but above all remember to stay safe out there.
