AAA Open Road School
, Albury, New South Wales
“Driving lessons designed for how you learn”

Why Choose AAA Open Road School?
Customers consistently praise AAA Open Road School for patient, stress-free instruction that builds genuine confidence in nervous learners. With ADTA-qualified instructors including Paul Sykes and Christine Hill, the school teaches both automatic and manual transmission across Albury, Wodonga, and supports diverse learners including teenagers, migrants, and those with anxiety.
About AAA Open Road School
Lesson Prices
Published lesson prices from $100| Lesson / Package | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Hour Lesson | 60 min | $100 |
| 2 Hour Lesson | 120 min | $200 |
| Pre-Lesson & Test | — | $200 |
Prices are published by AAA Open Road School and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
Services
- driving lessons
- driving lessons in automatic cars
- driving lessons in manual cars
- lessons in personal vehicle
- test day package
- confidence building lessons
- specialised training for anxiety
- instruction for migrants and refugees
What Customers Say on Google
“Paul made learning to drive a stress-free experience with clear, precise instruction, transforming an anxious learner into a confident driver.”
“Passed the driving test on the first attempt thanks to Open Road's instruction, with both Paul and Chris delivering fantastic, patient teaching throughout.”
“Chris provided enthusiastic support and made lessons enjoyable, with parents so satisfied they've enrolled their second child with the school.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About AAA Open Road School
Yes, AAA Open Road School has female instructors available, including Christine Hill and Melissa Sykes. Christine is especially popular with nervous learners, local families tell us she's calm, patient and encouraging, which helps build confidence quickly. Parents often request Christine specifically when their teens need extra reassurance behind the wheel.
AAA Open Road School has experience working with migrants and refugees, including those converting overseas licences or learning from scratch. The instructors, Paul Sykes, Christine Hill and Melissa Sykes, adapt their teaching to different learning styles and backgrounds, which is valuable for anyone navigating the NSW licensing system for the first time.
AAA Open Road School's test-day package includes a 45-minute warm-up lesson, use of the school car for your driving test, and pickup and drop-off on the day. This takes the stress out of test day, you'll arrive calm, familiar with the car, and ready to show what you've learnt. Published lesson prices start from around $100; confirm the test package rate when booking.
AAA Open Road School is excellent for anxious learners. Instructors Paul Sykes and Christine Hill are known locally for their patience and calm approach, families tell us their nervous teens felt comfortable and confident after just one lesson. The school lists specialised training for anxiety as a core service, so they're set up to support learners who need extra reassurance.
Yes, AAA Open Road School teaches in both manual and automatic vehicles, so you can choose the transmission that suits your goals. They're also happy to provide lessons in your own car if you prefer to practise in a vehicle you'll be driving regularly. Paul, Christine and Melissa are all experienced with both transmissions across the Albury, Wodonga region.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +61 431 089 283
- Address
- , Albury, New South Wales
How AAA Open Road School Compares
in Albury-Wodonga
More reviews than 57% of driving schools in Albury-Wodonga
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Business Details
- Service Areas
- Albury–Wodonga, Albury-Wodonga & Surrounds
- Certifications
- ADTA member
- Pricing
- 1 hour lessons include 3 hours log book hours. Pre-Lesson & Test package includes 45 min warm-up, use of car for test, and pickup/dropoff.




