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Standards Check preparation · for qualified ADIs

Turn the Standards Check into a Grade A, not a worry.

Most ADIs have never been shown how the 17 competencies are scored. We show you the marking sheet, then coach the lesson you already teach until it scores.

0

competencies

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max marks

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for a Grade A

Score under 8 on risk management and it is an automatic fail, however good the rest of the lesson. We make sure that never happens to you.

How it’s marked

Three areas. Seventeen competencies. Zero mystery.

Click an area to open its competencies, then tap any of them for what it really means in the car, in plain English.

43–51Grade AHigh standard of instruction. Where members aim.
31–42Grade BSufficient. You stay on the register.
0–30FailOr risk management under 8, or the examiner stops the lesson.

How Inspire helps

We coach the lesson you already teach.

No scripts, no “examiner-proof” lesson plans. Just your normal lesson, scored honestly, then improved competency by competency.

  • 21 lesson reviews inside the membership: watch Diana and Phil break down real members’ lessons, minute by minute
  • Live Zooms on the three areas, with the questions examiners actually ask
  • Client-centred coaching techniques that lift your teaching score and your pupils’ pass rate
  • Your own lesson, reviewed: record one, send it over and get honest feedback with a plan for the next one
  • A community of ADIs sharing what is happening at their test centres right now

ADIs who’ve been through it

Calm, prepared, Grade A.

Real words from instructors Phil and Diana have coached.

“Through Phil’s wealth of knowledge and experience I passed all three assessment processes first time. His passion is second to none.”
Shaun Pearce · Qualified ADI, former police officer
“Phil made me see instructing in a whole new way. He was friendly, inspiring and very supportive.”
Marc Mac · Qualified ADI
“Diana is a knowledgeable trainer who explains things in simplified terms. She’s patient and kind.”
Vikki Fish · ADI
“Phil has made me the great instructor I am today. I would not be one if it wasn’t for him.”
Kirsty Hollinshead · Qualified ADI, Plymouth
“Diana tailored her language and instruction to every pupil. One of the best lessons I have witnessed.”
Bartek Gruszczynski · ADI
“Diana has been extremely supportive in gaining knowledge on client-centred instruction and coaching.”
Becky Seaton · ADI
“Both Diana and Phil offer a wealth of knowledge and experience but put it in simple terms without all the waffle.”
Member review · Inspire community
“The benefit of the membership means you never miss out on new content and you don’t let your own reflection and training slip.”
Member review · Inspire community
“If you’re going to spend money on any workshop for your CPD this year, make it this one!”
Workshop delegate · Train the Trainer review
“They are incredibly personable and I just wish this training facility had been available a long time ago.”
Member review · Inspire community
“Phil has reams of experience in the field, which is very comforting, and has the answers to every question.”
Member review · Inspire community
“I find Diana so relatable, and with so much knowledge it is put across in such a positive way.”
Member review · Inspire community
“Big up to Diana Todd and Phil. Total superheroes without capes.”
Member review · Inspire community

Standards Check FAQ

The questions the letter doesn’t answer.

A one-hour assessment of a real lesson, watched by a DVSA examiner, that every qualified ADI must pass to stay on the register. You are scored 0 to 3 against 17 competencies across lesson planning, risk management and teaching and learning strategies, for a maximum of 51.

The check is coming. Make it the easiest hour of your month.

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