Hi, I’m Simon Harbidge, founder and Lead ADI at Driving 2ition.

My journey into driver training started in 2017. Passing on knowledge and helping other people has always been part of who I am, and I wanted to turn that into something that could make a genuine difference to people’s lives.

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I trained to become a driving instructor, worked hard to develop my skills and qualified as a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor in 2019.

That same year, I founded Driving 2ition.

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I wanted to create a driving school that did things a little differently. For me, good driver training shouldn't be about simply telling someone what to do until they can pass a test. It should be about understanding the person sitting beside you and helping them develop into a safe, confident and independent driver.

That philosophy still shapes the way I teach today.

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My approach is calm, structured and client-centred. I encourage clients to understand what is happening around them, recognise developing situations, assess risk and make safe decisions for themselves rather than relying on constant instruction.

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Everyone learns differently, so I adapt my coaching, explanations and lesson structure to the individual. I work with people at all stages of their driving journey, from complete beginners and those preparing for their test to experienced drivers returning after a break or wanting to rebuild their confidence.

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Over the years, Driving 2ition has grown beyond being simply about my own driving lessons. My aim is to continue developing the school, our instructors and the way we train so that every Driving 2ition client receives the same high standard of modern, professional and client-centred driver training.

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Passing your driving test is something to be proud of, but for me it has never been the final goal.

The real achievement is becoming a driver who has the skills, judgement and confidence to drive safely and independently for life.

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I look forward to meeting you.

Simon