We’re delighted to announce that the Intelligent Instructor Awards 2026 in association with Dash Instructor Cover, are officially open for entries!

Winning formulas

Recognised as the UK’s leading celebration of excellence in driver training, the awards honour the instructors, schools, trainers, and suppliers who go the extra mile to raise standards, inspire learners, and make our roads safer.

This year’s programme includes 20 award categories, with four exciting new additions:

  • Road Safety Initiative of the Year
  • Social Media Influencer of the Year
  • Training Provider of the Year – Independent
  • Training Provider of the Year – Driving Schools

Entries are open until Saturday 14th December, and the winners will be revealed at the Intelligent Instructor Gala Dinner on Saturday 21st March 2026 at Kents Hill Park, Milton Keynes — the night before The Driving Instructor Convention.

Covering your world

The 2026 awards proudly welcome Dash Instructor Cover as headline sponsor.

Built by the industry, for the industry, Dash provide bespoke policies for ADIs, PDIs, and driving schools — all powered by GOAT Insurance, experts in driving school insurance.

“As driving school owners ourselves, we understand first-hand the challenges faced by instructors. Our service is not only tailored to your needs but delivered by a team that truly understands and cares,” says Sandy Hillan, co-founder of Dash Instructor Cover.

“Sponsoring the Intelligent Instructor Awards is our way of celebrating the incredible professionals and businesses that are shaping the future of driver training and safer driving,” adds co-founder Doogie Ainslee.

It’s the business

Intelligent Instructor is also proud to announce our supporting sponsor, ADINJC, along with silver sponsors, Duncan’s Driving School, Knowledgeablee Instructor Training & Derin Driving School

Enter the Intelligent Instructor Awards 2026 today!