First of all, a fully qualified and Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) must display a green certificate on the windscreen of the car while teaching you. The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) is responsible for maintaining and checking the standards of all ADIs, who to qualify must:

have held a full driving licence for at least four years
pass a much tougher theory test than the one learner drivers take
pass a strict driving test
reach and keep up a high standard of instruction - the standard of tuition given by the ADI is regularly checked by a supervising examiner from DSA
be registered with DSA
display an ADI identification certificate on the windscreen of the tuition vehicle
DSA, as a government agency, is not allowed to recommend an instructor. We suggest that you ask friends and relatives to recommend someone they know. You could also look in a local business directory for ADIs in your area and use the Directgov 'find your nearest driving instructor' service.

Try and choose an instructor who:

has a good reputation
is reliable and punctual
has a car that suits you
You should take advice from your ADI on:

all aspects of driving
what books to read
when to take your test
how to practice

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