J&D Driving

5.0(10)

35 Adelaide Ave, Umina Beach, New South Wales, 2257

Your coast driving specialists

J&D Driving in Umina Beach
Female InstructorPatient with Nervous LearnersGood with TeensTest-Day PackageOverseas LicenceDefensive DrivingHigh Pass RateNamed InstructorsGood Value
Lessons:AutomaticManual
Instructors:Jamie, Dean

Why Choose J&D Driving?

Customers consistently praise J&D Driving's patient, calm instructors, particularly for helping nervous learners build confidence behind the wheel. With instructors including Jamie and Kerrie available across the Central Coast and a strong track record of first-attempt test passes, the school offers reliable, transparent pricing with flexible lesson bundles and test-day packages.

About J&D Driving

J&D Driving is a well-regarded driving school serving Umina Beach and the wider Central Coast, run by instructors Jamie and Dean. With a near-perfect Google rating, the school has built a strong reputation among learner drivers and their families throughout Gosford, Woy Woy, Ettalong, Terrigal, Erina, and surrounding suburbs. Instructors Jamie, Kerrie, Dean, Mitch, and Sean are regularly praised by name in customer feedback for their calm, patient teaching style. Jamie earns particular mention for helping nervous learners build confidence behind the wheel, never making students feel silly for mistakes. Kerrie is highly regarded for her manual instruction and willingness to fit learners in when time is tight. Parents of teenagers frequently write in to say how comfortable their sons and daughters felt with the team, an instructor who puts a young learner at ease makes all the difference. J&D Driving teaches both automatic and manual transmission, with lessons tailored to learners of any ability. The school offers a driving test day package, including car hire and a warm-up lesson before the test, and several reviews mention learners passing their driving test first go. They also provide a safer drivers course for those wanting to sharpen their skills beyond the basics, and refresher lessons for overseas licence holders converting to a NSW licence. First-time learners on L-plates, teenagers booking lessons through their parents, and those needing practice on Central Coast test routes all benefit from J&D Driving's fair rates and flexible lesson packages. The team works across the region from Umina to Gosford, Avoca to Tuggerah, making it easy to arrange door-to-door pickup for lessons. Give them a ring to discuss your learner's needs and book in, they've got the patience, experience, and local knowledge to get drivers test-ready.

Lesson Prices

Published lesson prices from $80
Lesson / PackageDetailsPrice
1 Hour Driving Lessons60 min$80
1hr Community Group Driving Lesson60 min$90
Driving Lesson via Barra Barangs$90
1.5hr Driving Lessons90 min$110
Safe Driver lessons60 min$125
2 Hours Driving Lessons120 min$160
10 pack Driver Lessons10 lessons$770
Driving Lesson/Test$205
1.5hr Driving Lesson/Test90 min$225
Driving Lesson/Test via Barra Barang$260

Prices are published by J&D Driving and may change — confirm current rates when booking.

Services

  • driving lessons
  • automatic driving lessons
  • manual driving lessons
  • driving test day package
  • safer drivers course
  • community group driving lessons
  • safe driver lessons

What Customers Say on Google

Patience

My son took manual lessons with Kerrie, who went out of her way to build his confidence and prepare him thoroughly. She's professional and dependable.

Confidence

Jamie made me feel comfortable and easy to talk to, offering helpful advice and guidance throughout lessons. He was fantastic at building confidence.

Pass Rate

Over a couple of months of lessons with J&D Driving, I sat my P-plate test and passed. Highly recommend the school and its instructors.

Source: Google Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About J&D Driving

Yes, J&D Driving teaches both automatic and manual transmission. Instructors Jamie and Dean run the school, and Kerrie is particularly noted for her manual instruction. Families on the Central Coast tell us Kerrie goes out of her way to fit learners in and build confidence with manual cars. If you're tossing up between auto and manual, the team can talk you through which suits your needs across suburbs like Gosford, Woy Woy, Terrigal, and Erina.

Absolutely. Instructor Jamie is regularly singled out by local families for his calm, patient approach with nervous learners. He explains everything clearly, never makes students feel silly for mistakes, and helps anxious drivers build confidence lesson by lesson. Parents booking for teenagers often mention how comfortable their kids feel with Jamie from day one. If nerves are holding you or your teen back, J&D Driving is a solid choice on the Central Coast.

Yes. The school works with drivers converting international licences, offering refresher lessons to get you test-ready under NSW rules. One local driver told us they'd driven overseas before, took refresher lessons with Jamie and Dean, and passed first go. If you're navigating the conversion process in Gosford or surrounds, J&D Driving can guide you through what's needed and get you comfortable on Australian roads quickly.

Yes, J&D Driving offers a driving test day package. This typically includes final preparation, use of the instructor's car for the test, and support on the day itself. The school runs practice tests on actual NSW test routes around the Central Coast so learners know what to expect. Lesson packages are available, published prices start from around $80 per lesson, with a 10-pack bundle at $770. Confirm current package rates when you book.

J&D Driving serves Umina Beach, Woy Woy, Ettalong, Gosford, Terrigal, Erina, Kincumber, Avoca, Bateau Bay, Tuggerah, Lisarow, Niagara Park, and many other Central Coast suburbs. Instructors Jamie, Dean, Kerrie, Mitch, and Sean are named by local families for their professionalism and flexibility across the region. Whether you're in Wamberal or Killcare, the team can arrange lessons that fit your location and schedule.

Contact Details

Address
35 Adelaide Ave, Umina Beach, New South Wales, 2257

How J&D Driving Compares

in Central Coast

Rated 5.0 above the Central Coast average of 4.9
This biz
5.0
Average
4.9

10 reviews on Google

Defensive Driving — 1 of 3 in Central Coast

Good Value — 1 of 6 in Central Coast

Opening Hours

Monday
6:30am-9pm
Tuesday
6:30am-9pm
Wednesday
6:30am-9pm
Thursday
6:30am-9pm
Friday
6:30am-9pm
Saturday
6:30am-3pm
Sunday
7am-3pm

Business Details

Service Areas
Umina, Woy Woy, Ettalong, Woy Woy Bay, Somersby, Bateau Bay, Tuggerah, Lisarow, Niagara Park, Wyoming, Booker Bay, Point Clare, Gosford, Avoca, Narara, Erina, Kincumber, Terrigal, Ourimbah, Wamberal, Killcare
Pricing
Prices include 1-hour, 1.5-hour, and 2-hour standard lessons; test day packages; group lessons; and community program lessons. A 10-pack lesson bundle is available at $770.

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