Simply Driving


Sara Hickie DipDI
Specialist in automatic driving lessons

Credit/Debit cards accepted

Manual tuition also available

info@simply-driving.co.uk
01527-579112   07828-735794 		                                          


One of the highest qualified female driving instructors in Birmingham and the West Midlands, I cover central and south Birmingham including Bromsgrove, Barnt Green, Edgbaston, Harborne, and the surrounding areas.

Automatic instruction for learners to advanced drivers.

I offer the highest standards of service and quality of instruction, including modern coaching techniques, representing excellent value for money.

Your lessons are planned to suit your personal learning style concentrate on independant driving skills and roadcraft as well as test technique.

Free help with preparing for your theory test.

Excellent pass rates.

Help and advice for family or friends on accompanying learner drivers.

      Why choose Automatic?

You can stop worrying about gears: with an automatic you don't need to change gear or 'find the bite' and you can't stall!

I can help you to gain a full UK driving licence for automatic cars.

Take your lessons in a Renault Clio 1.6RXE. It's an easy, smooth car to drive, whether you're tall or short, and it has air conditioning for the summer months.

I am also experienced at teaching people with disabilities I can provide tuition for you in your own adapted car.



Sara Hickie
  • is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, regulated by the Driving Standards Agency

  • holds the RoSPA National Diploma in Advanced Driving Instruction AND the DIA Diploma in Driving Instruction

  • is secretary of BADIs, the local association for Birmingham's better driving instructors

  • is a member of the MSA and abides by a professional code of conduct


  • is a member of the Institute of Master Tutors of Driving


What do Sara's customers say?
  • 'I passed first time two days before my 42nd birthday. I would never have got through it without Sara - she was amazing.' - Tracie Kirby, Northfield.

  • 'Asking Sara to teach me was the best decision I ever made. She taught me to really drive, not just to pass the test - I was really nervous but she gave me the

    confidence to pass first time.' - Vicky Cummins, Bromsgrove.

  • 'I am a 53 year old lady with mobility problems and I'm extremely nervous. I found Sara to be an excellent instructor in the way she eased me into driving and helped me through the nervousness. I passed first time with Sara and have no hesitation in recommending her.' - Lesley Swain, King's Norton.

  • 'I tried several instructors before Sara and none of them were able to deliver the passion and intelligence towards driving that Sara brought to each lesson. I passed first time. Sara is a patient instructor who listens to the individual's needs and develops an understanding of their personality and learning style, enabling her to explain things in ways that suit you. This ensures that each lesson is invaluable with no time wasted. Sara wants her pupils to pass as soon as possible so if you're completely committed to learning how to drive and to passing your test, I strongly recommend Sara Hickie.' - Jon Marshall, BBC Researcher, Birmingham.

Two or three hour lessons

A two-hour lesson has been proven to be of greater benefit than two one-hour lessons, giving time to practice as well as learn new skills.

Two hour lessons are also cost-effective, giving a considerable saving per hour against the price of one hour lessons.

Or why not take half day sessions? (3 hours driving plus a half hour break). These are very popular for test preparation.

Intensive courses

Also popular are 1 to 5 day courses, either as a 'quick-start' programme or for final preparation for the test.

Each day is based on three sessions (one of 2 hours and two 1.5 hours sessions) with a breaks for coffee and lunch. This is structured to fit during the school day, if necessary, for busy parents.

Fuel Saver Plus

Beat the recession and rising fuel costs with the Fuel Saver Plus course.

Government statistics show significant reductions in fuel bills when you use 'eco-driving'.

The average driver could save over £100 in the first year alone.

Learn how with a Fuel Saver Plus course: at only £60 for two one and a half hour sessions, the course can pay for itself in just over six months!



Other services

  • Specialised motorway tuition, Pass Plus, help with parking etc.

  • Preparation for Advanced driving tests

  • Refresher courses

  • Fleet (Corporate) Driver Training


...so if you're looking for a professional but friendly driving school, look no further ...