Preparing for the CBR practical driving test: checklist for the final week

In the final week before your practical test, you rarely learn everything all over again. The gains now come mainly from rest, focused feedback, and clear preparation. This checklist helps you avoid unnecessary stress. Seven days before Discuss with your instructor which parts are solid and which two attention points should have priority. Avoid a long list; you need to build confidence, not analyse every detail again. Check the practical details Confirm the time, location, valid ID, and any invitation letter. Ask what time you will be picked up and how much driving time is scheduled. The final lesson Use the last lesson as a realistic simulation, but don’t turn it into an all-or-nothing test. Practice recovering from a mistake, navigating independently, and talking through your risk assessment out loud. Checklist Have your ID ready. Bring your glasses or contact lenses if needed. Check the route and time. Eat and drink normally. Get to sleep on time. Don’t try new tricks right before the test. During the test Keep driving after a mistake. One awkward moment does not automatically mean you will fail. The examiner looks at the overall picture, especially safety, independence, and traffic awareness. In short A good final week feels manageable. Keep the focus limited, sort out the practical details early, and trust the skills you have built during your training. Compare driving schools with confidence Use Rijmaatje to compare driving schools based on lesson options, reviews, and available quality information. View several profiles first and only then schedule a trial lesson. Compare driving schools near you