Global Driving School

4.1(27)

18 Bell St, Keiraville, New South Wales, 2500

If you're looking for a driving instructor who is friendly, reputable and affordable.

Global Driving School in Keiraville
Patient with Nervous LearnersTest-Day PackageHome PickupOverseas LicenceHigh Pass RateNamed InstructorsGood Value
Lessons:AutomaticManual
Languages spoken:Italian
Instructors:Dante Lauretti

Why Choose Global Driving School?

Customers consistently report passing their driving test on the first attempt with Dante, who builds genuine confidence in nervous and anxious learners through clear, step-by-step instruction. Global Driving School covers a wide Illawarra service area with free pickup and drop-off, competitive pricing, and support for automatic, manual, overseas licence conversion, and test-day preparation.

About Global Driving School

Global Driving School brings friendly, patient driving instruction to learners across Wollongong and the Illawarra region. Based in Keiraville, instructor Dante Lauretti teaches both automatic and manual lessons, with a teaching style that regularly earns praise for keeping nervous learners calm and building genuine confidence behind the wheel. Reviews mention learners passing their driving test on the first attempt after working with Dante, and his approach is noted for clear, practical instruction that helps anxious students feel ready on test day. The school covers a wide service area, including Fairy Meadow, Figtree, Corrimal, Dapto, and surrounding suburbs, with free door-to-door pickup and return included in every lesson. Lessons are available in English and Italian, and Dante is known for competitive rates and fair pricing. Services go beyond standard learner lessons, Global Driving School offers night driving, city driving, automatic-to-manual upgrades, logbook assistance, overseas licence conversion help, and full test-day preparation with driving test bookings handled for you. First-timers getting started on L-plates, learners working through logbook hours, and those preparing for P-plates tests all benefit from Global Driving School's calm, structured support. Dante's patient teaching and focus on defensive driving habits mean learners leave lessons genuinely ready to pass, not just ticking off hours. With weekend availability and service right across the Illawarra, Global Driving School is a solid choice for learner drivers in the Wollongong area looking for instruction that builds real driving skills and test-day confidence.

Lesson Prices

Published lesson prices from $70
Lesson / PackageDetailsPrice
One Lesson60 min$70
Three Lessons3 lessons$200
Five Lessons5 lessons$330
Ten Lessons10 lessons$600

Prices are published by Global Driving School and may change — confirm current rates when booking.

Services

  • Standard driving lessons
  • Night driving lessons
  • City driving lessons
  • Automatic to manual upgrades
  • Overseas licence conversion
  • Logbook assistance
  • Driving test preparation
  • Driving test bookings

What Customers Say on Google

Confidence

Dante explains everything clearly and truly focuses on building confidence and safe driving habits, with learners achieving 100% on their driving test.

Pass Rate

Multiple learners passed their driving test on the first attempt after lessons with Dante, who keeps anxious students calm and explains things really well.

Value

Experienced instructor who provides critical tips and affordable fees, preparing learners not just for the test but for lifelong safe driving.

Source: Google Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Global Driving School

Yes, Global Driving School teaches both automatic and manual transmissions. Instructor Dante Lauretti offers standard lessons in either type, plus an 'automatic to manual upgrade' service if learners want to switch partway through. Free door-to-door pickup is included across Wollongong, Figtree, Dapto, Corrimal and surrounding suburbs, so you can learn in the transmission you prefer without worrying about getting to the lesson.

Absolutely. Global Driving School lists overseas licence conversion as a dedicated service. Dante works with international licence holders to familiarise them with NSW road rules, local conditions and what the practical test requires. Whether you're new to driving on the left or simply need to brush up before your assessment, the school can tailor lessons to get you test-ready quickly.

Dante Lauretti has a strong track record with anxious students. Families tell us he keeps nervous learners calm on test day and focuses on building genuine confidence step by step. His teaching style is direct, he corrects mistakes clearly and expects good habits, but learners consistently mention feeling supported and ready by the time they sit their test. Many pass first go after training with him.

Yes. Global Driving School offers night driving and city driving lessons to round out your experience, plus dedicated test preparation and test-day bookings. Dante provides logbook assistance and will help you prepare for every aspect of the practical exam. Published lesson prices start from around $70, with discounts available for pre-paid blocks, confirm current rates and test-day package options when you book.

Dante Lauretti speaks Italian as well as English, which can be helpful for learners or parents more comfortable discussing lessons in Italian. Families appreciate the option, and it's another way Global Driving School meets the needs of Wollongong's diverse community. Lessons are delivered clearly in either language, and Dante's explanations are noted for being easy to follow.

Contact Details

Address
18 Bell St, Keiraville, New South Wales, 2500

How Global Driving School Compares

in Wollongong

Rated 4.1 below the Wollongong average of 4.8
This biz
4.1
Average
4.8

More reviews than 63% of driving schools in Wollongong

Home Pickup — 1 of 4 in Wollongong

Overseas Licence — 1 of 5 in Wollongong

Opening Hours

Monday
8am-5pm
Tuesday
8am-5pm
Wednesday
8am-5pm
Thursday
8am-5pm
Friday
8am-5pm
Saturday
8am-5pm
Sunday
8am-5pm

Business Details

Service Areas
Wollongong, Primbee, Warrawong, Windang, Berkeley, Kanahooka, Yallah, Dapto, Port Kembla, Kembla Grange, Kembla Heights, Figtree, Fairy Meadow, Bellambi, Corrimal, Unanderra, Russell Vale, Woonona, Bulli, Illawarra, Balgownie
Pricing
Prices current as of 23rd October 2024. Discounted pre-paid lessons, block bookings and vouchers available. Free pickup and return included. Full hour lessons. Will match competitors' prices.

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