We are now able to operate face-to-face with additional PPE whilst conforming to Government social distancing guidance.






In January 2024 MiDAS is changing - all theory will be
via online e-learning followed by a practical session of
instruction and assessment.


We set all this up for you and book the practical drives at your convenience


Welcome to
Roadcraft North East
Driving smoother . smarter . safer

Do you own or drive minibus?

Did you know 5 people are killed every day on UK roads?

Is your minibus driver competent?

Are your drivers properly trained?

Do you want cheaper insurance?

Have you considered MiDAS?
Welcome to
Roadcraft North East
Driving smoother . smarter . safer

Do you own or drive minibus?

Did you know 5 people are killed every day on UK roads?

Is your minibus driver competent?

Are your drivers properly trained?

Do you want cheaper insurance?

Have you considered MiDAS?
Welcome to
Roadcraft North East
Driving smoother . smarter . safer

Do you own or drive minibus?

Did you know 5 people are killed every day on UK roads?

Is your minibus driver competent?

Are your drivers properly trained?

Do you want cheaper insurance?

Have you considered MiDAS?
What is MiDAS?
MiDAS is the award winning Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme, organised by the Community Transport Association

MiDAS is a nationally recognised standard for the assessment and training of minibus drivers

The scheme is designed to enhance driving standards and and promote the safe operation of minibuses
More information
What is MiDAS?
  MiDAS is the award winning Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme, organised by the Community Transport Association

  MiDAS is a nationally recognised standard for the assessment and training of minibus drivers

  The scheme is designed to enhance driving standards and and promote the safe operation of minibuses
More information
What is MiDAS?
MiDAS is the award winning Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme, organised by the Community Transport Association

MiDAS is a nationally recognised standard for the assessment and training of minibus drivers

The scheme is designed to enhance driving standards and and promote the safe operation of minibuses
More information
Why Us?

We offer proven high quality training by a MiDAS accredited Driver Assessor & Trainer who has a vast knowledge of police advanced driving, collision investigation and road safety issues.

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Why Us?

Our Nationally accredit MiDAS Driving Assessor has a vast knowledge of police advanced driving and road safety issues that will be PASSED ON to your drivers.


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Why Us?

We offer proven high quality training by a MiDAS accredited Driver Assessor & Trainer who has a vast knowledge of police advanced driving, collision investigation and road safety issues.

More information
No D1

Drivers without a D1 Licence category (i.e with only a car entitlement (B) classification) can drive minibuses for non-profit making organisations with certain RESTRICTIONS:
  • Vehicle weights are no more than 3500kg or no more than 4250kg if for carriage of disabled people.
  • Drivers must be over 21 years old.
  • Drivers must have held their car licence for 2 years.
  • Drivers must not be paid to drive (but includes teachers or similar who are not specifically paid to drive a minibus as their main role)
  • Can't tow a trailer.
  • Can't drive abroad.
No D1

Drivers without a D1 Licence category (i.e with only a car entitlement (B) classification) can drive minibuses with certain RESTRICTIONS:

No D1

Drivers without a D1 Licence category (i.e with only a car entitlement (B) classification) can drive minibuses for non-profit making organisations with certain RESTRICTIONS:
  • Vehicle weights are no more than 3500kg or no more than 4250kg if for carriage of disabled people.
  • Drivers must be over 21 years old.
  • Drivers must have held their car licence for 2 years.
  • Drivers must not be paid to drive (but includes teachers or similar who are not specifically paid to drive a minibus as their main role)
  • Can't tow a trailer.
  • Can't drive abroad.
Schools & Colleges

Course times and dates can be arranged to fit around your school day and staff hours - no problem.


Our courses can be specially tailored to meet the needs of school and college teachers, including the rules and practical guidance governing teachers without a minibus entitlement on their driving licence.


You'd be surprised how often they can legally drive a minibus!

Course times and dates can be arranged to fit around your school day and staff hours - no problem.

Our courses can be specially tailored to meet the needs of school and college teachers, including the rules and practical guidance governing teachers without a minibus entitlement on their driving licence.

You'd be suprised how often they can legally drive a minibus!

Contact Us

Mobile: 07850 127649 or  Office: 01670 788200

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