We are delighted to announce that the Newton Abbot Driving Instructor Association has been named Association of the Year 2025.
This award recognizes the Association’s outstanding commitment to raising the standard of driver education in the Newton Abbot community. Thanks to the dedication of its members, including Phillip Cowley, the Association has created a strong, supportive network for instructors, helping to improve both teaching quality and road safety in the region.
Their focus on professional development and community engagement has not only benefited local instructors but has also made a lasting impact on learners, equipping them with the skills and confidence to become safe drivers. Their work sets a fantastic example for driving instructor associations across the country.
Congratulations to the Newton Abbot Driving Instructor Association on this well-deserved achievement!
From the Chairman of the Newton Abbot Driving Instructor Association:
We're absolutely thrilled and honored to be named Association of the Year! When we first started this journey in 2022, we were unsure about how things would unfold or if we'd even find enough support to grow. Fast forward three years, and we’re so excited to see how far we've come! We’ve built a wonderful, safe community where our members can lift each other up. A huge thank you to everyone who voted for us and to all our members for helping shape the Association into what it is today!
Phillip Cowley, Newton Abbot Driving Instructor Association told us:
It's a great honour to have won Association of the Year, especially as we were only founded in 2022. Thank you to everyone who voted for us and to all our members for making it what it is: a friendly, safe, and supportive environment where members can share information and make each other better instructors.
This year the Highly Commended award goes to Glasgow District Driving Instructors. Last year's winners, they continue to impress with their dedication to improving the quality of driver education in the Glasgow area.
The prestigious ADI of the Year - England award goes to Paul Cooper.
Congratulations to Bryan Phillips for being named ADI of the Year - Scotland.
Richard Spier is awarded ADI of the Year - Wales for his outstanding service.
The Eco Instructor of the Year award goes to Vicky Folland for her commitment to sustainability.
Kudos to Newton Abbot Driving Instructor Association for winning Association of the Year.
The CPD Provider of the Year award is proudly presented to Lee Spary.
The Car of the Year is awarded to the ever-popular Volkswagen Polo.
A big round of applause to Knowledgeablee Instructor Training Ltd for winning Community of the Year.
The award for Content Creator of the Year goes to Knowledgeablee Instructor Training Ltd - Video Hub & KIT MAG.
National Driving School of the Year goes to LDC for their outstanding performance.
Regional Driving School of the Year is awarded to Fordy's Driving School for their excellence.
Congratulations to Chris Bensted for being named Special Needs Provider of the Year.
A special congratulations to Sue Duncan for her Lifetime Achievement.
