Terms Of Service

If you require clarification regarding our Terms of Service, please contact us by phone or submit an enquiry through our contact form.

Driving School Terms of Service

1. Student Eligibility

Students must meet all legal requirements for driving training, including eyesight, minimum age, and possession of a provisional driving licence.

2. Proof of Documentation

Students must present their learner’s permit, provisional licence, or other required documents. Failure to provide valid documentation may result in lesson cancellation with a fee.

3. Lesson Scheduling

Lessons must be booked in advance. Confirmation will be provided by the school or assigned instructor.

4. Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy

Students must give a minimum of 48 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule. Late cancellations or no-shows may result in full lesson charges.

5. Attendance & Punctuality

If a student arrives late, the lesson may be shortened without refund. Excessive lateness may lead to cancellation of the session.

6. Payment Terms

Payments must be made before or at the time of service. Packages may require full upfront payment and may include expiry dates.

7. Refund Policy

Refunds, where applicable, may incur administrative fees. Used portions of lesson packages are non-refundable.

8. Lesson Expiry

Pre-paid lessons or packages must be used within a specified period (typically 1–3 months). Expired lessons are non-refundable.

9. Safety Requirements

Students must follow all instructions given by the instructor. Unsafe or reckless behaviour may result in immediate termination of the lesson.

10. Fitness to Drive

Students must be physically and mentally fit to drive. Lessons may be cancelled if impairment due to alcohol, drugs, illness, or fatigue is suspected.

11. Use of School Vehicles

School vehicles may only be operated under instructor supervision. Misuse may result in dismissal and financial responsibility for damages.

12. Use of Student’s Own Vehicle

If lessons are conducted in the student’s vehicle, it must be roadworthy, legal, and fully insured. Instructors may refuse to teach in unsafe vehicles. The school is not liable for damages or violations.

13. Driving Test Vehicle Use

Use of a school vehicle for the driving test must be booked in advance and may include additional fees for transport, warm-up time, and test use. Instructors will only approve vehicle use if the student demonstrates adequate competence in mock tests. Unsafe candidates may be refused use of the vehicle.

14. Test Booking Responsibility

Students are responsible for booking their driving test with the DVSA unless the school explicitly provides this service.

15. Instructor Assignment

The school may assign or change instructors due to availability or operational needs. Any change will be communicated to the student.

16. Code of Conduct

Students must treat instructors and staff respectfully. Abuse or inappropriate behaviour may result in termination of services without refund.

17. Liability & Insurance

The school or instructor maintains insurance for training vehicles. However, they are not responsible for personal injury, lost items, or damages caused by student negligence.

18. Recording Devices

Recording lessons (audio or video) is not permitted without instructor consent. Some vehicles may have dash cameras for safety.

19. Privacy & Data Protection

The school may collect personal data for scheduling, training, and compliance. All data is handled according to privacy laws and stored securely.

20. Changes to Terms & Conditions

The school may update these terms at any time. Students will be notified of significant changes before they take effect.

Privacy Policy
Last updated: 1 December 2025

1. Information We Collect

Union Driving School is committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring transparency
in how we handle your data, in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Full name and contact details
  • Residential address and date of birth
  • Driving licence information
  • Lesson history and training progress
  • Payment details
  • Emails, messages, and enquiry communications
  • Dash-cam or CCTV footage (where applicable)

2. How We Use Your Information

Your personal data may be used for the following purposes:

  • Arranging and managing driving lessons
  • Providing instruction and maintaining training records
  • Processing payments and issuing receipts
  • Contacting you regarding lessons or test updates
  • Fulfilling legal or regulatory obligations
  • Ensuring the safety of instructors, students, and property

3. Sharing Your Information

Your personal information will not be sold to any third party. We may share your information with:

  • The DVSA (for test bookings or regulatory requirements)
  • Payment processing providers
  • System or administrative service providers
  • Insurance or legal authorities where required by law

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from loss, misuse,
unauthorised access, or alteration.

5. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfil legal and operational requirements.

6. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of your data (where legally applicable)
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Request a copy of your data

7. Contact Information

If you have any questions or wish to make a data request, please contact:

Union Driving School
Email: uniondrivingschool1@gmail.com
Phone: 07825512569
Address: The Circle 33 Rockingham Lane, Sheffield, S1 4FW

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Union Driving School
The Circle
33 Rockingham Lane
Sheffield
S1 4FW

Phone: 07825512569

DVSA approved driving instructors

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