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A quick intro, and how to hear about new availability...

Hi there! I'm Kat, your local Driving Instructor based in St Just. This post is to introduce myself, share a bit about how I teach, and let you know the best ways to stay updated on lesson availability and upcoming intensive blocks. About Kat I'm a female Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) offering automatic lessons in West Cornwall. My aim is to create a relaxed, friendly and supportive learning environment — helping you build confidence through self-awareness and proactive choices, so you're able to handle real-world driving with calm, control, and clarity. I usually teach during school hours, as I'm also busy with family life — but I also set aside an occasional evening to help all learners gain experience of night driving. I'm known for being calm and patient, and I genuinely love helping people achieve their goals. With the shift toward electric vehicles, I'm gradually moving to automatic-only — though manual lessons are...

You asked, I listened — booking just got simpler!

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Thanks to your feedback (and a few logistical tweaks!), I've been hard at work behind the scenes and am finally ready to announce some updates to the way I work — including changes to make booking easier and more flexible for everyone. What’s New? No Deposit Needed I’ve removed the need for a separate security deposit — just pay in advance for the sessions you want, when you book them. Fully Flexible Bookings, One Standard Rate ☆ Book a single lesson, a few at a time, or build your own intensive — whatever suits your goals and your schedule. ☆ No complicated intensive pricing — just one straightforward hourly rate and flexible booking. Online Booking Once you're signed up with me, you’ll be able to check my availability and book lessons online with ease. Locals’ Discount If you’re based near St Just, you might qualify for a locals’ discount — a small thank you for supporting my local business. Just ask! Wider Area Covered I’m now happy...

*BOOKED* ☀️ Summer Intensives (Automatic)

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🚗 Summer Automatic Intensive Sessions I’ve now confirmed my availability for the summer and am opening up a limited number of automatic intensive blocks ! These are ideal if you want to: Jump-start learning Accelerate progress Refresh skills before a driving test Build skill and confidence through focused, consistent lessons 📅 Spaces from 12th August Reserve your slot for late summer now! To help me understand your needs, it’s useful to know a few basics when you apply. Please include the following in your message: A brief summary of your driving experience Your theory test status (passed, booked, or studying) Your general location and weekday availability between 9.30am and 5.30pm The best way to get in touch is via WhatsApp chat — you’re welcome to send a voice note if that suits you better than typing. You can also reach me via SMS or email if you prefer. No phone calls, please — I’m usually teaching, and when I’m no...

*BOOKED* Manual 12hr Intensive 18th-20th June!

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Manual Intensive Availability I have a rare gap in my schedule next week, with  exclusive availability for a one-off 12-hour manual intensive. ***8 hours left!*** The 12 hours will be spread over 3 days: Wednesday 18th June — 9.30–14.30 Thursday 19th June — 9.30–14.30 Friday 20th June — 9.30–14.30 Each day begins with a 2-hour session in the morning. We’ll take a 1-hour break for lunch, followed by a second 2-hour session in the afternoon. We'll take any extra breaks and breathers as needed along the way to stay fresh and optimise learning. There may be a little flexibility in the structure or timing of these sessions—feel free to ask if you need a small adjustment. The price is £690 £600 , paid in advance . For the remaining days, the price is £200 per 4‑hour day, or £360 if you book both! If you'd like to adjust the number of hours slightly, we’ll agree a revised fee accordingly. T...

*Booked* New Automatic Availability 6th & 7th March

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***AUTOMATIC TUITION*** I have spaces beginning this week for automatic lessons. Thursday 6th March: 9.30-11.30 for a pick-up/drop-off point within 3 miles of St Just (yellow area on map). Friday 7th March: 9.30-11.30 and/or 12.30-14.30 for a pick-up/drop-off point anywhere around St  Just / Pendeen / Penzance / Sennen / etc (green area on map). The slots can be booked individually or as a 4-hour intensive lesson with a break in the middle. Ongoing lessons are booked on a flexible basis depending on mutual availability. This is not a fixed slot at the same time every week. Please read before applying so you know what to expect: Course & Prices ➚ Terms & Conditions ➚ Please tell me in your application message about any prior driving experience, which time-slot you would like to book, and whether you have booked, passed, or started studying for your Theory Test.  I have a number of people waiting for avail...

*Booked* MANUAL Flexi-Slot from mid-January 2025

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MANUAL TUITION: Availability from around mid-January. Flexi-slot for weekday lessons - this is a flexible slot with no fixed weekly day and time. A standard lesson slot is 2 hours , and my working hours are Mon-Fri 8.30am-2.30pm , with occasional evenings to gain experience of driving in darkness. By taking lessons with Kat, you are signing up for a comprehensive Learner Driver Course to help you gain as much skill and experience as possible on your road to becoming a safe, confident and independent driver! Please read before applying so you know what to expect: Course & Prices ➚ Terms & Conditions ➚ Apply to Kat via  WhatsApp Chat . You can also get in touch by  SMS  or  Email  if necessary.  Please state in your message any prior driving experience, and whether you have booked, passed, or started studying for your Theory Test.  I have a number of people waiting for availability, so I will get in touch with the successful ...

*Booked* New Flexi-Slot Available

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New flexi-slot available for weekday lessons - this could suit someone who: is able to be flexible and doesn't mind booking a different day and time each lesson works variable shifts and needs some flexibility when booking driving lessons A standard lesson slot is 2 hours, and my working hours are Mon-Fri 8.30am-2.30pm. By taking lessons with Kat, you are signing up for a comprehensive Learner Driver Course to help you gain as much skill and experience as possible on your road to becoming a safe, confident and independent driver! Find out more: Course & Prices ➚ | Terms & Conditions ➚ My tuition vehicle is manual, but I hope to offer automatic/electric driving lessons in the near future - watch this space! For now, if you would like to request automatic tuition in your own automatic vehicle, please enquire. Apply to Kat via  WhatsApp Chat . You can also get in touch by SMS  or Email if necessary. Please include in your messa...

*Booked* Summer 10-hour Driving Courses

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Over the summer I will have limited places available for semi-intensive, supplementary booster courses or beginner courses on weekday afternoons/evenings. Each 10-hour course will run from Monday to Friday (2 hours per day over 5 days) and is priced at £450 Available Weeks: 29th July - 2nd August booked 5th - 9th August booked 26th - 30th August booked Time: Late afternoon/evening - there is a bit of flexibility here, to be negotiated upon booking! Advantages & Suitability ✅️ Driving every day allows for better continuity of learning, especially in the early stages. ✅️ Could suit a beginner who would like to develop muscle memory and build a solid foundation of intuitive car control and road sense before progressing to weekly lessons. ✅️ Could also suit a more advanced learner with no access to private practise who would like to boost their progress, their confidence, or iron out any 'wrinkles' in their driving on approach to their t...