BSM - British School of Motoring

BSM, a driving school with a national network in the UK

BSM (British School of Motoring) is a driving school that operates in the UK through a network of instructors distributed across cities and towns throughout the country. Its activity focuses on teaching driving to obtain a driving licence, as well as training new instructors and developing franchises.

The company presents itself as a trading name of Automobile Association Developments Limited, a company registered in England and Wales with number 01878835 and registered office at The AA, Level 3, Plant, Basing View, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 4HG.

Driving lessons and courses

BSM's catalogue includes automatic driving lessons, intensive courses, refresher lessons and advanced driving courses, including the Pass Plus programme. It also offers lessons taught by female instructors, an option aimed at those who prefer to train with a female professional.

The company states that instructors are professionally trained and DBS checked, and that lessons are taught in well-equipped tuition cars maintained to high standards.

Booking and tracking lessons

BSM allows you to check the chosen instructor's calendar and select the time slot that best suits the student. Lessons are booked and paid for online. The company notes that lessons are subject to terms and conditions, which should be read before purchasing them.

Roadmap to obtaining a driving licence

The website describes a four-step process: obtain a provisional licence by applying to the DVLA, book a lesson through the BSM platform, prepare for and pass the theory test, and finally pass the practical test to be able to drive independently.

Instructor training and franchises

In addition to teaching students, BSM offers training to become a driving instructor and franchise programmes for those who wish to start a driving school business. The company also has a collaboration model called BSM Partner and a vehicle leasing service under the Solo Car Lease brand.

Coverage and presence

The driving school has instructors in numerous cities and towns across the UK. The website allows you to search for an instructor by entering your postcode or city name. Among the locations listed are Aberdeen, Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester and Sheffield, among many others.

Informational resources

The site includes guides on the driving theory test and the practical driving test, aimed at preparing for both exams.