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Female driving instructors: why waiting lists can be long and how to actually get one | My Instructor Finder

Struggling to find a female driving instructor who has space this year, not next? A Young Driver survey of 150 instructors found most had waiting lists. Instructors in many areas report being booked up for months, and when you add a preference for a female ADI, finding a space can feel even harder. This guide looks at what is behind the backlog and the practical steps that improve your chances of getting a female driving instructor you feel comfortable with.

3 May 2026 6 min
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Female driving instructors: why waiting lists are long (and how to actually get one)

Struggling to find a driving instructor, especially a female one, and sick of hearing "my next space is in four months"? You are not the only one. Young Driver's survey suggests about two thirds of instructors now have waiting lists of around two months or more, and it is even tougher when you want a female, automatic-only teacher at certain times. Here is what is going on, the common mistakes that quietly add weeks to your wait, and some practical ways to get a great instructor offer sooner.

2 May 2026 6 min