Getting Your Child Started With Driving
Learning to drive is a big milestone for your child and for you. From getting their provisional licence to finding the right instructor and getting behind the wheel for the first time, there’s plenty to think about.
What Does a Learner Driver Need to Get Started?
- Valid provisional driving licence
- Suitable driving instructor
- Learner driver insurance for private practice
- A suitable and roadworthy car
- L plates
- A supervising driver
Getting Started Guides for Parents
Applying for Your Provisional Licence
Find out when your learner can apply, what information they’ll need and the key steps involved in getting their provisional driving licence.
Read the Provisional Licence Guide
How to Choose a Good Driving Instructor
Learn what to look for when choosing an instructor, from qualifications and teaching style to availability, reviews and lesson costs.
Read the Driving Instructor Guide
First Driving Lesson
Help your learner know what to expect from their first lesson, including the cockpit drill, basic controls and their first time behind the wheel.
Read the First Driving Lesson Guide
L Plates
Understand when L plates are required, where they should be displayed and the rules learners need to follow when practising on the road.
Read the L Plates GuideGetting Started FAQs
Yes, you can teach your child to drive. Private practice alongside professional driving lessons is recommended to help your child become a confident driver.
Yes, your child will need insurance to practise in your car. You can either insure your child as an additional driver on your insurance or you can take out learner driver insurance in their own name on your vehicle.
Yes, learner drivers are legally required to display L plates when driving.
Ready For The Next Step?
Once your have got the provisional licence and a driving instructor sorted. Are you ready to get into the passenger seat?