Who We Are
Our Management Team
Ascentia Driver Training was founded by former fitness-to-drive assessors and qualified ADIs and driving assessment centre staff. We provide high quality learner driver and driving instructor training to current national standards and commit to continuing to improve the service we offer. We work with clients and drivers to ensure that all training is client centered and offers the best value for money.
Suzie Cokayne
Suzie is our Head ADI Trainer with over 27 years’ experience in the driver training industry. She holds a BTEC Level 4 Professional Award in Coaching for Driver Development, along with qualifications in Standards Check Training, Fleet Driver Training, and Train the Trainer, among others.
Suzie has gone on to deliver training to ADIs and PDIs across the UK, sharing her knowledge and experience to support others in the industry.
Adam Firth
Adam is our Business Manager and a fully qualified driving instructor specialising in teaching learners with additional needs.
He has previously worked as a Fitness-to-Drive Assessor and as a paramedic for the ambulance service. He also has over 10 years experience in adult education and training.
Adam provides business support and advice to our instructors as well as delivering our older driver services.
Sam Whittingham
Sam is our Lead Administrator and has extensive experience working within a driving assessment centre. Sam has a wealth of knowledge of DVLA medical standards and fitness-to-drive assessments. Sam will take care of your queries and bookings and is also available for queries relating to licence issues or anything driving related.