Driving resources to support learners every step of the way by Jamie Roberts https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3 Jamie Roberts Driving Academy: Driving progress through support en-us 2025-01-25 07:01:50 UTC 2025-10-19 06:07:31 UTC hello@padlet.com Free Official Mock Practical Theory Test jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3303960813 2025-01-25 07:08:59 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3303960813 Free Official Mock Hazard Perception jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3303960979 2025-01-25 07:09:38 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3303960979 Recommended App (£4.99) jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3303962740 2025-01-25 07:16:21 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3303962740 Free remote access to Theory Test Pro via Norfolk Library Card jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3303964107 2025-01-25 07:20:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3303964107 Theory Test preparation advice jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3303965685 Passing your theory test early will enable you to book your practical test (4-5 month wait) and give you knowledge that will help you on the road.

]]> 2025-01-25 07:25:35 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3303965685 Book your Theory Test (£23) jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3303966030 2025-01-25 07:26:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3303966030 Official DVSA advice & video guides jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3304627826 Throughout your driving lessons I will expose you to these questions and give you opportunities to physically experience how to answer these questions (e.g. check the safety of your car tyres)

]]> 2025-01-26 14:44:55 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3304627826 Video guides for maneoveres jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3304629590 World Driving create lots of useful videos to support learners. I'd recommend repeatedly watching this video, which will support your in-car understanding of how to perform each of the manoeuvres that you're expected to master.

]]> 2025-01-26 14:48:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3304629590 Mock test videos jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3304631615 These Norwich test route based mock test videos are essential viewing. Not only does it consolidate your understanding of 'test standards driving it also shows you it on the roads that you have been driving on during your lessons.

]]> 2025-01-26 14:51:45 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3304631615 How to pass your driving test jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3304633599 Another useful video from World Driving. This 20 minute video provides lots of useful reminders as to how to drive on test day to ensure that you pass your driving test.

]]> 2025-01-26 14:55:10 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3304633599 Top 10 Test DT Mistakes jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3304771933 Mistakes are great opportunities to learn, but even better when they're not your mistakes and it's not on test day. Watch this video to find out about those common errors so you can be more conscious of avoiding doing it come the big day.

]]> 2025-01-26 18:37:26 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3304771933 Useful driving test advice jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3307696708 The more advice you can consume the greater prepared you will be when it comes to the day of your driving test.

]]> 2025-01-28 21:34:22 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3307696708 Watch a test ready student jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3307709649 This video not only acts as a valuable reminder of the various test standard expectations that are required but should also give you a good benchmark from which to compare your own driving.

]]> 2025-01-28 21:52:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3307709649 Mirrors, mirrors, mirrors, mirrors.... jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3310369222 Yes, mirrors are really important, but there are key times when they MUST be done! Watch this (slightly boring) video, to remind you of exactly when!

]]> 2025-01-30 21:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3310369222 Did I mention mirrors? jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3310372509 ...only about 10,000 times! Checking mirrors at the right times during your test is VITAL to passing your test. Watch this video for a final reminder of what you need to do on the big day.

]]> 2025-01-30 21:07:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3310372509 Becoming a smoother driver...anticipation jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3311995418 Looking far ahead, anticipating hazards and changes in traffic speed will smooth our your driving and make you more an efficient and relaxed driver.


]]> 2025-02-01 14:03:28 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3311995418 They're complex so do your homework jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3314923910 With so many rules and roundabouts with deviations from the rules it's best to equip yourself with as much knowledge as possible....starting with this excellent tutorial.

]]> 2025-02-04 08:38:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3314923910 Even the mini ones can be tricky to get right! jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3314927410 This video helps to explain the small, but important, differences between how you approach mini roundabouts compared to their bigger brothers (or sisters)

]]> 2025-02-04 08:41:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3314927410 Stalling jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3347305466 Stalling frequently can make you feel like your driving terribly but it's an easy fix, watch this video to make sure you understand what you can do to minimise stalling.

]]> 2025-03-01 06:43:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3347305466 Ready to pass jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3347307131 This government campaign website contains all the key information to ensure earners have all the knowledge and skillspass their driving tests first time. Take a look, I guarantee you will find it a valuable part of your pre test preparation.

]]> 2025-03-01 06:50:15 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3347307131 Stalling...and how to deal with it jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3373744593 https://youtu.be/gMP0ifrn2Fc?si=nJu9NZBcL7ZD-hqf

We all stall, not just learners. Here's some useful advice with how to deal with a stall

]]> 2025-03-19 21:38:57 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3373744593 Meeting oncoming traffic safely jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3373750876 https://youtu.be/QAmRijxNFJI?si=q-ma0l0DWGhozj6z

Whether you're in a residential area or a rural road, time to time you're likely to meet traffic in tight spaces (e.g. on roads with parked cars). More often than not, you might not be fully prepared, too fast, wrong gear and not leaving enough space to the parked cars. This video helps you to prepare better for those moments.



]]> 2025-03-19 21:47:44 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3373750876 Be 100% prepared for test day! jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3373752449 Watch this useful video to calm any pre-test nerves and make sure you are fully prepared for test day.

https://youtu.be/9UG94tAlpCM?si=h7FiaawBZiDXdMdn

]]> 2025-03-19 21:50:13 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3373752449 Random...but useful stuff about roundabout signs jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3373753730 Watch this video, you'll never look at roundabouts signs in the same (ignorant) way :-)

https://youtu.be/yYWlP4RPFEY?si=vixQU3iZ7bNMVfPS

]]> 2025-03-19 21:52:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3373753730 Independent driving jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3373757229 https://youtu.be/QCJoTCcZyGs?si=JqnOhuB0W7jmD3eN


During your driving test, you are required to spend 16-20 minutes driving independently, which means following directions given by Sat Nav or following signs and road markings (usually for a specific location..Ring Road, Great Yarmouth A47). Watch these two videos to make sure you understand what's expected and how to deal with typical mistakes made by learners during independent driving.

https://youtu.be/Jt__omqwhpI?si=nXMxapSCX1NnrlIg


]]> 2025-03-19 21:56:50 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3373757229 Fancy a walk.or a jog? jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3374446188 Master approaching junctions and hazards with this useful technique

https://youtu.be/WlEYHwP-FEk?si=jSkZWdgIRwREsK1w

]]> 2025-03-20 06:42:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3374446188 Starting from scratch? jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3375050894 Watch this introduction video that shows you the key aspects of learning to drive a manual car. Hope this helps your first lesson get off to a flying start and reduced their first lesson nerves.

https://youtu.be/VIVaqt4VhKc?si=B8yLmCaaQ98HD_FB

]]> 2025-03-20 14:17:17 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3375050894 Fancy a walk.or a jog? jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3375051660 Master approaching junctions and hazards with this useful technique

https://youtu.be/WlEYHwP-FEk?si=jSkZWdgIRwREsK1w

]]> 2025-03-20 14:17:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3375051660 To go or not to go? Decision making at junctions (open and closed) inc. roundabouts jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3375058038 Making the correct decision at roundabouts and junctions is a key skills to master not just for your driving test but in your everyday driving. This useful video will help you take the best approach and make the correct decision when it comes to it.

https://youtu.be/IqNW0IrOjzE?si=dci4wguzf-10VXGW

]]> 2025-03-20 14:21:32 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3375058038 Show Me Tell Me (For pre-test practice) jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3375100032 Get someone at home to test you on these before your test (don't worry, I'll do these with you nearer your test too)


https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/car-show-me-tell-me-vehicle-safety-questions/car-show-me-tell-me-vehicle-safety-questions#tell-me-questions

]]> 2025-03-20 14:43:42 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3375100032 When and what you should keep clear in traffic jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3381068214 Develop your Driving Intelligence with this informative video about what road areas you should keep clear whilst driving in traffic, valuable knowledge far beyond passing your driving test and great real life examples that you might not be guaranteed to encounter in your lessons. https://youtu.be/HaC2hG6Kt3I?si=sBp5Gaj9GC_D3_Ba

]]> 2025-03-25 08:38:38 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3381068214 Do you hate clunky gear changes ????? jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3381455793 This video contains some useful tips for everyone, from complete beginners to test ready students looking to sorry out this gremlin in their driving.

https://youtu.be/ebKOAzVhzOQ?si=HdoZJz0mwC60nT8z

]]> 2025-03-25 13:33:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3381455793 Finding it hard dealing with narrow gaps? Too close to the kerb? jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3382869279 Focus on solution (the gap) rather than the hazard, perfect this key technique using the advice from this video.

https://youtu.be/Y6qxQFQBXhY?si=IhwaIPGZNuzWGqLt

]]> 2025-03-26 08:21:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3382869279 How to deal with busy roundabouts...like Heartsease jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3404561158 https://youtu.be/NFX0eF-TpjQ?si=fLpcGSauZFPS5iRi


Video of the week, decision making at roundabouts is crucial to passing your driving test. Whether you've just started learning about roundabouts or you've got your test this, spend 10 minutes this week, developing your driving intelligence for roundabouts. Enjoy

]]> 2025-04-10 13:47:23 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3404561158 Driving Test routes jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3407506253 If you have access to your own car then I'd recommend this app, especially in the lead up to your test. It costs £12 a month and provides 16 test routes for Peachman Way with Sat Nav directions so you can mount your phone and follow the instructions. If you're going to practice, you might as well practice on the roads you're likely to do your test on.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cardiffappdevs.route_led_new

]]> 2025-04-13 07:12:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3407506253 Hesitation... Should I go? jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3413641635 Video of the week: At some point in everyone's lessons we'll talk about hesitation at junctions. This video clearly explains this key aspect of learning to drive and what approach you should be taking to those key moments on your driving test when you're battling with your subconscious ... 'should I go????'https://youtu.be/GZYYMOEkqso?si=yby5RBgX_qocXMiL

]]> 2025-04-17 06:45:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3413641635 What sort of Driving Intelligence do examiners want to see? jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3421954943 Video of the week: Not just for those with a test in the near future, keep developing your Driving Intelligence with this video that contains lots of useful nuggets of advice on a wide range of driving skills that everyone will benefit from knowing. https://youtu.be/XV7MlqitugY?si=0xkFwzHFOnG_w4mx

]]> 2025-04-23 18:03:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3421954943 REALLY TIGHT TURNS in and out of junctions jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3431307023 Video of the week: Ever mounted a kerb turning in or turning out of a tight junction (Gordon Avenue/South Hill Road)? Watch this video to ace your technique and reduce the risk of this potential test fail happening to you. https://youtu.be/Avv0lHVnu1s?si=lkF2ihZfASZ3zhOn

]]> 2025-04-30 07:50:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3431307023 Struggle with reversing???? jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3436006452 https://youtu.be/ESs2BvoJ9BA?si=TTZUg_bd9f9g3lK8 Does the car not always behave the way you expect it to when reversing? Accidentally steer right when you should be steering left towards the curb (you know who you are:-) ? Watch this video for some helpful advice on how to make less errors when traveling backwards.

]]> 2025-05-05 06:51:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3436006452 Coasting jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3441585995 What is coasting when it is ok for you to coast? Coasting has a bad rep but at times it is an essential driving skill. Watch this useful video that challenges common misconceptions and makes sure you use coasting when it's needed. https://youtu.be/FjsbTxTIDUg?si=gDJpMArnbeoGzK3I.

]]> 2025-05-08 09:14:23 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3441585995 When should I and what should I signal for??? jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3455465348 I'd highly recommend watching or rewatching this video that explains everything you'll ever need to know about when or when not to signal.

]]> 2025-05-18 05:01:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3455465348 How should I deal with parked cars? jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3455467589 A vital skill to pass your driving test (and generally for driving safely on UK roads) is knowing when it's ok to and how to pass parked cars both on your side and the other side of the road. Watch this video so you have the right answer in your head when you need it the most.

]]> 2025-05-18 05:07:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3455467589 Test dates for other learners...AVOID! jamieroberts1979 https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3457025363 Cerys, Friday, 6th June, 8.10 am

Caleb, Friday, 6th June, 1.35 pm

Kailee, Saturday, 7th June, 7.13 am

Prince Joe, Monday, 9th June, 10.14 am

Alain, Monday, 16th, 10.20 am

Reuben, Friday, 27th June, 2.32 pm

]]> 2025-05-19 08:49:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jamieroberts1979/hwjuxpr0eyhm5xm3/wish/3457025363