Briswide Driving School Parkinson
27 May St, Parkinson, Queensland, 4115
Why Choose Briswide Driving School Parkinson?
Briswide Driving School is highly rated across dozens of customer reviews for patient, supportive instruction that builds genuine confidence in nervous and adult learners. With both automatic and manual lessons available, test-day packages, and international licence conversion support, they cover the full range of learner needs across Brisbane's southern suburbs.
About Briswide Driving School Parkinson
Lesson Prices
Published lesson prices from $90| Lesson / Package | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 60 Minutes Auto Lesson | Automatic · 60 min | $90 |
| 60 Minutes Manual Lesson | Manual · 60 min | $90 |
| 90min lesson (Auto) | Automatic · 90 min | $133 |
| 90min lesson (Manual) | Manual · 90 min | $133 |
| 120min Lesson (Auto) | Automatic · 120 min | $175 |
| 120min Lesson (Manual) | Manual · 120 min | $175 |
| 5 x 60 Minutes Auto Lessons | Automatic · 5 lessons | $410 |
| 5 x 60 Minutes Manual Lessons | Manual · 5 lessons | $410 |
| 10 x 60 Minutes Auto Lessons | Automatic · 10 lessons | $800 |
| 10 x 60 Minutes Manual Lessons | Manual · 10 lessons | $800 |
| Test Car + 60 Minutes (Automatic) | Automatic · 60 min | $220 |
| Test Car + 60 Minutes (Manual) | Manual · 60 min | $230 |
Prices are published by Briswide Driving School Parkinson and may change — confirm current rates when booking. (+1 more on the school's website.)
Services
- Automatic driving lessons
- Manual driving lessons
- Driving test day package
- Test car hire with pre-test lesson
- Logbook lessons
- Refresher lessons
- International licence conversion
What Customers Say on Google
“Zak instantly put a completely terrified adult learner at ease and gave confidence to learn at their own pace, transforming anxiety into capability.”
“Patient, supportive instruction with clear explanations helped a learner feel confident and safe from day one, resulting in passing the test.”
“Zak's vast road knowledge and patient teaching style boosted confidence during practical lessons, making for a fantastic learning experience.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Briswide Driving School Parkinson
Yes, Briswide Driving School Parkinson teaches both automatic and manual transmission driving. This flexibility means families can choose what suits their learner best, whether that's starting with an automatic for simplicity or tackling a manual licence from the outset. Instructors David, Mark, and Jim are all experienced across both types, and the school's published lesson prices start from around $90 per hour, with discounted packages available when you book five or ten lessons upfront.
Absolutely. Briswide Driving School Parkinson has built a strong reputation for working with anxious and first-time learners, including adults in their 40s who've never sat behind the wheel. Instructors here, particularly Zak, are known for their calm, patient approach, creating a reassuring environment where learners gain confidence at their own pace. Many first-timers tell us they felt genuinely at ease from their very first lesson, even when they'd been terrified beforehand.
Yes. Briswide Driving School Parkinson provides a full driving test-day package, which includes test car hire and a pre-test lesson to refresh skills and calm nerves before the practical exam. This service is particularly helpful for learners who want to sit their test in the same car they've been practising in, with an instructor who knows their strengths. Many learners here pass on their first attempt, Zak and the team have a solid track record of getting students test-ready.
Yes, the school offers lessons and guidance for international licence conversion. If you've held a licence overseas and need to adapt to Australian road rules, traffic conditions, and Queensland's licensing requirements, Briswide Driving School Parkinson can tailor lessons to bridge that gap. The instructors will guide you through what your state road authority requires and help you build the confidence and local knowledge you need to drive safely here.
Briswide Driving School Parkinson covers a broad slice of Brisbane's south and west, including Parkinson itself, Acacia Ridge, Algester, Browns Plains, Calamvale, Sunnybank, Forest Lake, Brookwater, and many others. The school also reaches as far as Beenleigh, Ipswich suburbs like Booval and Goodna, and northern areas such as Aspley and Albany Creek. This wide coverage means learners across the southern metro can access the same patient, experienced instructors, David, Mark, and Jim, without long drives to lessons.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +61491042141
- Address
- 27 May St, Parkinson, Queensland, 4115
How Briswide Driving School Parkinson Compares
in Brisbane
More reviews than 61% of driving schools in Brisbane
Overseas Licence — 1 of 45 in Brisbane
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 6am-3pm
- Tuesday
- 6am-3pm
- Wednesday
- 6am-3pm
- Thursday
- 6am-3pm
- Friday
- 6am-3pm
- Saturday
- 6am-3pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Business Details
- Service Areas
- Brisbane, Acacia Ridge, Albany Creek, Algester, Amberly, Annerley, Archerfield, Ascot, Aspley, Auchenflower, Augustine Heights, Bald Hills, Banyo, Barrellan Point, Basin Pocket, Beenleigh, Bellbird Park, Bellbowrie, Berrinba, Bethania, Blackstone, Boondall, Booval, Boronia Heights, Bracken Ridge, Brassal, Bray Park, Brendale, Bridgeman Downs, Brighton, Brisbane City, Brisbane Market, Brookfield, Brookwater, Browns Plains, Bundamba, Burbank, Burpengary, Burpengary East, Calamvale, Camira, Camp Hill, Cannon Hill, Carina, Carina Heights, Carindale, Carole Park, Carseldine, Chambers Flat, Chapel Hill
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards
- Pricing
- Logbook lessons - 1 hour lesson counts as 3 logbook hours. Package discounts available: 5-lesson packages at $82/hour, 10-lesson packages at $80/hour. Extended lesson durations (90 and 120 minutes) available. Night lesson surcharges apply.
