The GoRoadie Awards 2026

ADI of the Year - England

It's our pleasure to announce that Paul Cooper has been awarded the 2025 GoRoadie Award for Driving Instructor of the Year - England.

With extensive experience at both Fordys Driving School and RED Driving School in the Greater Bristol Area, Paul has redefined driver education with his innovative teaching methods and unwavering commitment to safety.

Paul has been praised for making his lessons fun and allowing his clients to learn and develop in their own way. Congratulations, Paul, on this well-deserved accolade!

Highly Commended: Debbie Hudson

ADI of the Year - Scotland

Bryan Phillips has been named ADI of the Year - Scotland. Bryan has been an influential figure in the industry and a great mentor to many others.

His dedication to excellence and commitment to his learners has made him a standout instructor in Scotland. A huge congratulations to Bryan for his outstanding achievement.

ADI of the Year - Wales

Richard Spier has been awarded ADI of the Year - Wales for his outstanding service. His exceptional dedication and inspirational approach have uplifted his learners and set a benchmark for fellow instructors.

Our judges praised his consistent commitment to excellence and outstanding customer reviews. Congratulations to Richard for this well-deserved recognition!

Association of the Year

Well done to Newton Abbot Driving Instructor Association for winning the Association of the Year award. This year this association far exceeded the expectations of the public for its dedication to the driving instruction community.

Car of the Year

Car of the Year is awarded to Volkswagen Polo. The ever popular vehicle with learner drivers continues to be a favorite choice for driving schools and students alike.

Community of the Year

A big round of applause to Knowledgeablee Instructor Training Ltd for winning Community of the Year. Their commitment to bringing together driving instructors and providing valuable resources has made them an essential part of the community.

Content Creator of the Year

This is always a hotly contested category. This year the award goes to Knowledgeablee Instructor Training Ltd - Video Hub & KIT MAG.

A huge congratulations for winning this award. Their content is hugely engaging, informative and entertaining for PDIs, ADIs, learners and everyone else in the industry.

With the overwhelming support of votes from the public and judges this is a well deserved win.

CPD Provider of the Year

This year the winner of CPD Provider of the Year goes to Lee Spary.

Lee has been a great resource for PDIs and ADIs to get their CPD hours in, providing valuable training and development opportunities for the industry. Congrats to Lee for this well-deserved recognition!

National Driving School of the Year

This category has now become the hottest and more contested category in the GoRoadie Awards.

The winner is Learner Driving Centre (LDC). Their commitment to excellence and outstanding performance has set them apart as a leader in the national driving school sector.

With a solid team behind them, LDC has demonstrated exceptional dedication to student success and satisfaction. Congrats to the entire team for this significant achievement.

Regional Driving School of the Year

Regional Driving School of the Year is awarded to Fordy's Driving School for their excellence. Their commitment to providing exceptional driving instruction and outstanding service has made them a standout in their region.

With students turning out in their hundreds to vote for them, it's clear why they have won this award. Congrats to the entire team!

Eco Instructor of the Year

Vicky Folland takes home the Eco Instructor of the Year award in 2025. She was recognised by the public and judges for her commitment to offsetting her carbon footprint and promoting eco-friendly driving practices.

Vicky has been a great advocate for eco-friendly driving and has been a great public figure in the area.

Special Needs Provider of the Year

A huge shout out and congratulations to Chris Bensted for winning the Special Needs Provider of the Year award.

Chris has been a great advocate for special needs driving instruction and has been a great public figure in the area.

With his reputation stretching right across the UK, it's clear why he has won this award with both public votes and judges explaining why he is a worthy winner.

Chris always puts the needs of his students first. Well done Chris!

Lifetime Achievement Award

We are incredibly proud to present the Lifetime Achievement Award to Sue Duncan, a true champion of the driving instruction community and the dedicated General Secretary of the Approved Driving Instructors National Joint Council (ADINJC).

For years, Sue has been at the heart of the ADINJC, tirelessly supporting driving instructors across the UK. Whether it's answering questions, offering guidance, or standing up for instructors' needs, Sue's kindness, patience, and unwavering dedication have made a real difference in countless lives. Her passion for the industry and commitment to helping others have left a lasting impact that will be felt for years to come.

Sue has also played a key role in bringing the community together, organizing major events like the National Conference & Expo, which provides instructors with invaluable opportunities for learning, networking, and growth. Her ability to foster connection and support within the industry is a true testament to her character and her lifelong dedication.

Congratulations to Sue Duncan on this well-deserved recognition! Your contributions have shaped the driving instruction industry, and this award is a small token of appreciation for the incredible work you've done.