Drakes Driving School

5.0(8)

53 Frankland St, Clyde North, Victoria, 3978

Drive Safe, Smart with Confidence!

Drakes Driving School in Clyde North
Female InstructorPatient with Nervous LearnersGood with TeensTest-Day PackageHome PickupOverseas LicenceHigh Pass RateNamed Instructors
Lessons:Automatic
Instructors:Chris, Ruby

Why Choose Drakes Driving School?

Customers consistently praise Drakes Driving School for patient, patient-focused instruction that builds confidence in nervous and teenage learners alike. Government-accredited instructors Chris and Ruby deliver home pickup, test-day packages, and specialised support for overseas licence holders across southeast Melbourne, backed by uniformly strong reviews.

About Drakes Driving School

Drakes Driving School brings patient, professional automatic driving instruction to learner drivers across Clyde North, Casey, Cardinia, and surrounding parts of southeast Melbourne. This family-run operation, led by instructors Chris and Ruby, earns consistently excellent reviews for the calm, confidence-building approach that works especially well with nervous learners and young drivers getting their first real road experience. Chris is regularly praised by name for his patient, reassuring teaching style. Parents note how their teenagers gained confidence behind the wheel, while learners themselves describe feeling safe and well-prepared. One nervous driver mentioned how Chris explains things clearly and stays calm, even when a learner is anxious, qualities that make a real difference for first-timers. Ruby handles much of the communication and is noted for being responsive and easy to deal with, so that bookings and logistics run smoothly. The school specialises in automatic transmission lessons and offers a full range of services: logbook hours for learner drivers, test-day packages (car hire and warm-up lesson), refresher lessons for nervous or older drivers, P-plate training, and overseas licence conversion courses. Pickup and drop-off are available within a reasonable distance, making lessons convenient for families in the area. Several recent learners report passing their driving test after training with Drakes, a strong sign of thorough test preparation. With government accreditation, Working with Children and police checks, current first aid qualifications, and a near-perfect Google rating, Drakes Driving School is a trusted local choice for driving lessons in Clyde North and the greater Casey-Cardinia region. Lessons run seven days a week, including Saturdays.

Lesson Prices

Published lesson prices from $65
Lesson / PackageDetailsPrice
60 minute lesson60 min$65
90 minute lesson90 min$90
120 minute lesson120 min$112
5 x 60 minute lessons5 lessons$321
5 x 90 minute lessons5 lessons$435
7 x 60 minute lessons7 lessons$436
5 x 120 minute lessons5 lessons$543
7 x 90 minute lessons7 lessons$604
10 x 60 minute lessons10 lessons$617
7 x 120 minute lessons7 lessons$752
10 x 90 minute lessons10 lessons$855
10 x 120 minute lessons10 lessons$1064

Prices are published by Drakes Driving School and may change — confirm current rates when booking. (+5 more on the school's website.)

Services

  • Driving lessons
  • Test day packages
  • Refresher lessons for nervous or older drivers
  • Training for P-platers
  • Overseas/international driver training
  • Gift vouchers

What Customers Say on Google

Patience

Chris was an absolute pleasure to deal with and highly recommended for anxious or nervous drivers seeking patient, reassuring instruction.

Confidence

Parents noted their children gained confidence working towards their P-plates, with Chris demonstrating patience and knowledgeable instruction throughout.

Instructor

Chris successfully helped a nervous driver pass their exam, explaining things clearly on the road and remaining patient with learners at all stages.

Source: Google Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Drakes Driving School

Yes, Drakes Driving School offers pickup and drop-off within a reasonable distance of Clyde North and their broader service area covering Casey, Cardinia, Dandenong, and Frankston. This door-to-door service makes it easier for learners who don't yet have transport, and families appreciate not needing to ferry teenagers to and from lessons. Confirm your specific pickup location when you book with Chris or Ruby.

Yes, Ruby is one of the instructors at Drakes Driving School, and families tell us she's excellent to communicate with and supportive throughout the learning process. For learners who prefer a female instructor, Ruby is available for automatic lessons across the school's service areas in southeast Melbourne. Mention your preference when booking to arrange lessons with her.

Drakes Driving School offers prepaid lesson packages with discounts: 5-lesson packs save 3%, 7-lesson packs save 4%, and 10-lesson packs save 5%. Published lesson prices start from around $65, and they also offer discounted test-day packages that combine lessons with your practical exam. Gift vouchers are available too, handy for parents booking lessons for teenagers. Confirm current rates and package details when you book.

Drakes Driving School specifically offers training for overseas and international drivers who need to convert their licence or gain local road experience. Chris and Ruby teach in modern automatic vehicles and tailor lessons to the Victorian road rules and conditions. The school's patient, clear teaching style works well for adults adjusting to driving on the left or navigating Melbourne's southeast suburbs for the first time.

Yes, Drakes Driving School offers refresher lessons and training specifically for P-platers looking to polish their skills or build confidence after passing their test. Chris is known for calm, honest feedback and practical road coaching, which helps newer drivers feel more capable on busier roads around Casey, Cardinia, and Dandenong. The school also runs refresher sessions for older or nervous drivers who want extra support.

Contact Details

Address
53 Frankland St, Clyde North, Victoria, 3978

How Drakes Driving School Compares

in Cranbourne

Rated 5.0 above the Cranbourne average of 4.9
This biz
5.0
Average
4.9

8 reviews on Google

Home Pickup — 1 of 17 in Cranbourne

Female Instructor — 1 of 27 in Cranbourne

Opening Hours

Monday
8am-8pm
Tuesday
8am-8pm
Wednesday
8am-8pm
Thursday
8am-8pm
Friday
8am-8pm
Saturday
8am-6pm
Sunday
Closed

Business Details

Service Areas
Casey, Cardinia, Dandenong, Frankston
Certifications
Government Accredited Driving Instructor, My Learners Free Lesson accredited, Victoria Police Check, Working with Children's Check, Current First Aid qualification
Pricing
Prepaid 5-lesson packages offer 3% discount, 7-lesson packages offer 4% discount, and 10-lesson packages offer 5% discount. Multiple lessons with drive test packages available at discounted prices. Prices valid for 2026 only. Pick-up and drop-off available within a reasonable distance.

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