Board game aims to help players pass their driving theory test

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A probation officer had prisoners in mind when he designed a board game that could help those serving prison sentences pass their driving theory test.

Ian Elford, a probation officer for the Department of Corrections, said he created Driven for Success to support people studying for their driving test and to help drivers maintain their road safety knowledge.

Part of Elford’s work in Corrections has involved coaching people to get their driving licences, and he saw the need for a fun study aid.

“I went home and thought, ‘There must be an easier way for someone to learn all the stuff you need to learn for your theory test.’ So I just made the board game more or less overnight,” he said.

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While the game was intended to educate everyone, Elford hoped it would be used in prisons, as prisoners were often supported to gain their driving licences prior to release.

Elford said when a prisoner was released with qualifications, it gave them confidence and a feeling of pride in their achievement – and this was a big step when returning into the community.

Elford said the board game would support the wider community and government organisations such as the police, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Social Development and Ministry of Justice.

The game uses question and learning cards and question squares so players can learn road safety rules in an entertaining way. It is aimed at players aged 14 and up.

The game offers novice and expert play