A free online workshop for parents, carers and learners on supervising a learner driver with confidence, hosted by Strathfield Council and the City of Canada Bay Council.
Thursday 26 November 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Online
Free
This free online workshop is designed for parents and carers of school aged children who are learning to drive. It focuses on practical strategies for supervising a learner driver, improving road safety, and reducing stress during those early driving lessons.
The session is interactive and tailored to families, with clear tips on how to support a learner driver at each stage. Expect straightforward advice on common beginner driving situations, hazard perception and building confidence behind the wheel.
We will highlight road safety and supervising a learner driver techniques that parents can use immediately, as well as signpost useful resources and local support. This is ideal for busy parents looking for practical, online road safety guidance.
You will receive a friendly, jargon-free run through of the most useful supervising techniques for learner drivers. The workshop is delivered online, so you can attend from home after the school run.
Key outcomes include:
- Practical tips for supervising a learner driver on suburban streets and highways
- Guidance on building confidence, managing nerves and progressing driving hours
- Road safety strategies and how to give constructive feedback
There will be time for questions and real-life scenarios so parents can leave feeling equipped and empowered to support their young drivers. This session is focused on parent education and learner driver preparation.
Date and time are clearly stated for planning: the workshop runs for 90 minutes in the evening so it fits around school and work schedules. The session is hosted via Microsoft Teams so a device and stable internet connection are recommended.
This is a free educational workshop suitable for parents, carers and learner drivers who want to improve practical supervising skills and road safety knowledge. The format blends short presentations with scenario-based discussion, keeping it engaging for busy adults.
Please be ready with questions about supervising a learner driver, learner driver logbooks and handling tricky driving situations like parking, roundabouts and motorway driving. The session is family-friendly and aimed at middle aged parents of school aged children.
The workshop is online via Microsoft Teams, so you can attend from home, work or anywhere with internet access. Join using a laptop, tablet or smartphone and use headphones if you prefer clearer audio.
Microsoft Teams access details will be provided upon registration, so check your confirmation email and allow a few minutes to join on the night. If you are new to Teams, try joining a few minutes early to test audio and video.
For accessibility or technical assistance, contact the organiser prior to the event so they can help you get set up. The online format makes this workshop accessible to families across the council areas interested in road safety and learner driver supervision.
This workshop is jointly hosted by Strathfield Council and the City of Canada Bay Council and is aimed at improving road safety through better supervision of learner drivers. It is not a driving lesson or substitute for formal driver training, but it complements practical driving practice.
Spaces may be limited so register early to secure a spot and receive the Microsoft Teams link. The session will start promptly at the scheduled time, so plan to join a few minutes before the start time.
The content includes common scenarios parents face while supervising a learner driver and practical suggestions to make driving practice more effective and safer. Bring questions about supervising a learner driver and road safety concerns.
Cost: Free. Booking is required to receive the online meeting link and secure your place for the workshop. Registration details are available on the council events page.
You will receive a confirmation email after booking with joining instructions and any pre-reading resources about supervising a learner driver and basic road safety tips. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking so another family can attend.
If you need further information about the event or assistance with booking, contact Strathfield Council by email or phone. This free online workshop is aimed at helping parents with learner driver supervision and promoting safer roads.
