I had my first lesson today and I was nervous. I am worried a bit about my driving instructor he seemed like a nice guy, but I didn't feel at ease. As a bit of background he is the cheapest instructor in my area at £44 for 2 hours and had no waiting list. We arrived to the location and the very first thing he asked me to do as I got into the driving seat was pay. I was shocked and a bit taken back as I thought I would pay at the end. He then asked me if I was paying for a block straight out at £200. I was very shocked as I hadn't even started to drive, I told him I would pay for the one lesson now. We began driving at it went alright. I did actually get to drive and we went around the block several times doing left turns. He helped me out with the controls and nudged me with the steering wheel etc. He then asked me what my goal was and I stupidly said to pass by June. Now I was thinking about my A level exams and want to pass by then. I am worried he might now string my lessons out and try not to get me to pass quickly and make the most cash off me as possible. Do you think that is the case?
My family are concerned the instructor is the cheapest with no waiting list and they said "it didn't look good" and "alarm bells rang in their head". The instructor is only part time which I only found out today and he is independent. My family want me to go with a company which is more expensive and with a longer waiting list.
What should I do? Do you think my instructor will try and rip me off?? I am sooo anxious now and feel sick! Please help!