Embark Driving School
4/12-14 Sindel St, West Ryde, New South Wales, 2114
“Learn To Drive With The Best”

Why Choose Embark Driving School?
Customers consistently report that Embark's instructor Afifa builds genuine driving confidence through patient, structured teaching, with many passing their test on the first attempt. Operating for 29 years and Keys 2 Drive accredited, Embark serves learners at all stages across West Ryde and surrounding suburbs, from beginners through overseas licence conversion.
About Embark Driving School
Lesson Prices
Published lesson prices from $75| Lesson / Package | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Introductory Lesson | Automatic | $75 |
| Single Hour | Automatic · 60 min | $85 |
| First Package | Automatic · 5 lessons | $410 |
| Second Package | Automatic · 6 lessons | $720 |
| Third Package | Automatic · 10 lessons | $800 |
| Forth Package | Automatic · 20 lessons | $1500 |
| Test Package | 60 min | $210 |
| Senior Assessment | — | $130 |
Prices are published by Embark Driving School and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
Services
- driving lessons for beginners
- automatic driving lessons
- manual driving lessons
- intermediate driving lessons
- advanced driving classes
- senior driving assessments
- overseas licence conversion
- driving test preparation
What Customers Say on Google
“Afifa helped a learner progress from struggling with driving skills to becoming confident and capable, demonstrating her ability to build genuine competence alongside confidence.”
“After passing the driving test on the first attempt, a learner with an overseas licence successfully transferred it through Embark, praising Afifa's patience and structured practice of manoeuvres.”
“Afifa's teaching combines theory and practical technique in a way that helps learners retain and apply driving methods, particularly the exam-based assessment techniques they'll face on test day.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Embark Driving School
Yes, instructors at Embark Driving School speak Dari, Urdu, Persian, and Pashto as well as English. This is particularly helpful for learners and their families who are more comfortable discussing road rules and techniques in their first language, especially when converting an overseas licence or working through logbook hours for the first time.
Absolutely. Embark Driving School has been assisting drivers with overseas licence conversion for years. Instructor Afifa works with learners to prepare for the NSW driving test, practising manoeuvres and road rules until you're confident. Families tell us her patient, detail-oriented approach and use of theory notes make the process much smoother, and many pass on their first attempt.
Published lesson prices start from around $75, and Embark Driving School offers flexible lesson packages to suit your budget. An introductory lesson rate applies to the first ten hours of your logbook, which helps families get started without a big upfront commitment. Confirm current pricing and package options when you book, as rates and deals can change.
Very much so. Instructor Afifa is known locally for her patience and encouragement, especially with anxious or struggling learners. She creates a calm, comfortable environment where beginners build genuine confidence behind the wheel. Her mix of theory, visual notes, and hands-on practice helps learners master techniques step-by-step, and many students tell us they felt supported from their very first lesson right through to passing the test.
Yes. Embark Driving School provides advanced driving classes as well as senior driving assessments across West Ryde, North Ryde, Macquarie Park, and surrounding suburbs. Older drivers appreciate instructor Afifa's knowledgeable, respectful approach, she offers practical advice on safer driving habits and helps seniors maintain their independence on the road with confidence.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +61416194162
- Address
- 4/12-14 Sindel St, West Ryde, New South Wales, 2114
How Embark Driving School Compares
in Sydney
More reviews than 79% of driving schools in Sydney
Defensive Driving — 1 of 68 in Sydney
Female Instructor — 1 of 140 in Sydney
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 9am-6pm
- Tuesday
- 9am-6pm
- Wednesday
- 9am-6pm
- Thursday
- 9am-6pm
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- 9am-6pm
- Sunday
- 9am-6pm
Business Details
- Service Areas
- West Ryde, North Ryde, East Ryde, Macquarie Park, Melrose Park, Ermington, Denistone, Hunters Hill, Epping, Gladesville, Ryde, Meadowbank, Marsfield
- Certifications
- Keys 2 Drive accredited
- Years in Business
- 29+
- Payment Methods
- Debit cards, Credit cards
- Pricing
- Flexible lesson packages available; Introductory lesson applies to first 10 hours of logbook










