Professional Driving Consultancy
Unit 1/58 Invercauld Rd, Lismore, New South Wales, 2480
Why Choose Professional Driving Consultancy?
Customers consistently report passing their driving test on the first attempt after lessons with Charles, who brings 36 years of full-time professional experience and formal qualifications in driving instruction. The school is especially skilled at building confidence in nervous learners and supporting overseas licence conversion, with published lesson prices starting from around $85 and flexible payment options that often make the final session free.
About Professional Driving Consultancy
Lesson Prices
Published lesson prices from $85| Lesson / Package | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Single 1 hour lesson | 60 min | $85 |
| Five 2 hour sessions (Lismore) | 5 lessons | $62.50 |
| Package deal 7 x 1.5 hour sessions | 7 lessons | $70 |
Prices are published by Professional Driving Consultancy and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
Services
- driving lessons
- defensive driving lessons
- learner driver packages
- older driver assessments
What Customers Say on Google
“A mature-age learner who was initially very nervous found Charles exceptionally patient and understanding, resulting in confident, relaxed driving and test success with no errors.”
“An overseas licence holder completed just one 2.5-hour lesson before their driving test and passed, praising Charles's clear teaching approach tailored to English-as-second-language learners.”
“After only a handful of lessons, a learner passed their test with flying colours, scoring just one point below full marks, crediting Charles's teaching style with making them feel calm whilst driving.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Professional Driving Consultancy
Yes. Charles has successfully prepared overseas licence holders for their Australian driving test, working carefully with learners whose first language isn't English. One client converting an overseas licence took a single thorough 2.5-hour lesson covering Lismore testing routes and essential driving theories, passed the same day, and specifically credits Charles's patience and clear explanations. The school's methodical, detail-focused approach suits drivers adjusting to Australian road rules and conditions.
Absolutely. Charles specialises in working with nervous learners, including adults who've avoided getting their licence for years and mature-age students with little confidence. Families tell us his calm, patient teaching style helps anxious learners relax quickly, one 62-year-old who'd never held a licence passed with zero errors after just a few lessons. Learners in their twenties overcoming long-held fears have also passed with high scores after Charles's reassuring, step-by-step guidance.
Learners here have a strong record of passing first go. Local families report Charles's students consistently pass on their first attempt, often with near-perfect or perfect scores. His teaching covers test routes around Lismore (and Ballina when needed), plus the theory behind safe driving decisions, so learners feel thoroughly prepared. The school's WorkSheet method focuses on deep skill development rather than just ticking boxes, which shows in the results.
Yes. Charles teaches a Dynamic Defensive 'low risk' driving course alongside standard learner lessons. This goes beyond test preparation, learners develop habits and awareness that reduce risk long-term. The school serves Lismore, Ballina, Casino, and surrounding Northern Rivers areas, with lessons available in both automatic and manual vehicles. Published lesson prices start from around $85, confirm current rates and package deals when booking.
Payment is flexible. Clients pay two session fees at the end of the first lesson, the second fee is a bond, usually making the last session free. Package deals are available for different experience levels, and Charles offers a logbook multiplier: 10 paid hours provide triple credit (30 loggable hours) for L-plate drivers. This structure suits families budgeting for their teen's lessons or adults completing their logbook requirements efficiently.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +61412223333
- Address
- Unit 1/58 Invercauld Rd, Lismore, New South Wales, 2480
How Professional Driving Consultancy Compares
in Lismore
More reviews than 70% of driving schools in Lismore
Defensive Driving — 1 of 2 in Lismore
Good Value — 1 of 2 in Lismore
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 9am-5pm
- Tuesday
- 9am-5pm
- Wednesday
- 9am-5pm
- Thursday
- 9am-5pm
- Friday
- 9am-5pm
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Business Details
- Service Areas
- Lismore, Ballina, Casino, Northern Rivers NSW
- Certifications
- Cert IV in Car Driving Instruction, Cert IV in Training and Assessment, Keys2Drive (2011-2023), NSW RMS Older Driver Assessor (from 2010), NSW Driver Trainers Association compliant
- Years in Business
- 36+
- Pricing
- Payment is flexible; clients pay 2 session fees at end of first session (second fee is bond), usually making the last session free. Package deals available for different experience levels. 10 paid hours provides triple credit (30 loggable hours) for log book drivers.
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