Part 3 Rescue Service
Whether you trained with RED, the AA, or anyone else — if you've failed Part 3, we can help. Start with a diagnostic assessment and we'll tell you exactly what it will take to pass.
How it works
Most providers sell you a training package before they know what's wrong. We assess first — then we price. That way you only pay for what you actually need.
A 90-minute 1-to-1 session with a DriveSense trainer. Bring your DVSA score sheet from your failed test. We'll review it together, run a live role-play lesson, score you against all 17 Part 3 competencies, and produce a written report showing exactly which areas need work and how many sessions we estimate to reach test standard.
Based on your assessment report, we recommend the right rescue tier. Three options below — from a light polish for candidates who were just below the pass mark, to a full programme rebuild for those who need it. All include a final mock test with written feedback before your reattempt.
Rescue training tiers
All prices are for the training package only. Add £95 for the diagnostic assessment, which is always required first.
You scored 28–30/51 — just below the pass mark of 31. One or two specific areas let you down, typically lesson planning or teaching strategies. Risk management was above the automatic-fail threshold.
You scored 20–30/51 with gaps across multiple categories. Often the result of poor original training — the most common profile for RED and AA failures. Needs structured rebuilding of lesson planning and client-centred learning.
You scored below 20/51, or received an automatic fail for risk management (score of 7 or below). Fundamental gaps in safety awareness or teaching method. Likely on your second or third attempt.
Already a DriveSense candidate?
If you've trained with DriveSense and failed Part 3, your rescue package is already waiting. No diagnostic fee — your trainer calls you within 24 hours, reviews your score sheet, and puts a plan in place.
Up to 8 targeted 1-to-1 sessions focused on your specific failed competencies, plus a final mock test with written report. No diagnostic fee — we already know you and your training history.
If you are on your third and final Part 3 attempt, or if our diagnostic assessment indicates that you are not realistically rescuable within your remaining time window, we will tell you clearly — before we take any further fees. Taking significant money from a candidate who is very likely to fail their final attempt is exactly the behaviour that has generated the worst complaints against the large national providers. We won't do it. If the honest answer is that you need to wait, restart, or reconsider, we will say so. That decision will always be made on the basis of your assessment results, your remaining attempts, and your qualification deadline — nothing else.
Tell us a little about yourself and we'll send you full programme details, pricing, and test waiting times for your area.