ADI of the Year - Wales Mikaela Charles
We are delighted to announce that Mikaela Charles of MC School Of Motoring has once again been named the Driving Instructor of the Year (Wales) 2025.
Serving the Ebbw Vale area, Mikaela continues to make a lasting impact on her learners and the community. Her dedication to driver education and innovative approach to teaching have set her apart as a true leader in the industry.
Mikaela actively engages with her students beyond lessons, sharing mindfulness techniques and even local job opportunities on her social media platforms. Her support extends beyond driving, fostering confidence and life skills in her students.
A huge congratulations to Mikaela on this well-deserved recognition!
We reached out to Mikaela, and she told us what the award meant to her:
I would like to thank everyone who took the time to vote for me again! The support I have from my community, learners and family is incredible.
It’s been a tough time for the industry with the long waiting lists for practical tests and the cost of living crisis making it more difficult for learners to be able to afford lessons this recognition means so much!
Receiving this award for a third time provides me with the motivation and passion to continue to better myself as an ADI in the future.
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.
