Geelong Driving School

5.0(146)

1 Kana St, Grovedale, Victoria, 3216

Friendly, relaxed, female driving instructor, flexible hours and competitive prices

Female InstructorPatient with Nervous LearnersGood with TeensTest-Day PackageHome PickupOverseas LicenceHigh Pass RateNamed InstructorsGood Value
Lessons:Automatic

Why Choose Geelong Driving School?

Customers consistently praise Marianne's patient, calm approach, particularly those managing driving anxiety, and the school's impressive track record of first-attempt test passes. With 18 years' experience, home pickup and drop-off across Geelong, and competitive pricing including test-day packages, Geelong Driving School delivers both support and value for learners of all backgrounds.

About Geelong Driving School

Geelong Driving School offers automatic driving lessons across Geelong and surrounds, taught by instructor Marianne in a modern Toyota Corolla. Since 2006, this locally trusted Grovedale-based school has built a near-perfect Google reputation with learners regularly passing their test on the first go. Marianne is a female instructor known for her calm, patient, and encouraging approach, particularly valued by nervous and anxious learners. Many learners arrive with genuine driving anxiety or worry, and consistently praise how Marianne's steady guidance helps them feel confident and safe behind the wheel. She's also excellent with teenagers and first-time drivers, making the jump from L-plates to P-plates feel manageable rather than overwhelming. Parents often mention how reassured they feel knowing their young learner is in such capable hands. The school covers beginner lessons, intensive test preparation, and overseas licence conversions. Marianne picks up and drops off at your door, so lessons fit neatly into a busy schedule. The test-day package includes car hire and preparation, which learners say makes a real difference, several reviews specifically mention passing first try thanks to Marianne's thorough coaching and calming presence on test day. Geelong Driving School in Grovedale combines patient instruction, competitive rates, and genuine results for all learners and teenagers starting out. Flexible hours include weekends, and lessons can be paid by cash or transfer. For automatic driving lessons in Geelong with an instructor who genuinely understands nervous learners, give Marianne a ring, her track record speaks for itself.

Lesson Prices

Published lesson prices from $80
Lesson / PackageDetailsPrice
60 minsAutomatic · 60 min$80
90 minsAutomatic · 90 min$120
5 lesson packageAutomatic · 5 lessons$375
Test with 60 minute pre-driveAutomatic · 60 min$250
Test packageAutomatic · 3 lessons$550

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

Services

  • Beginner learners
  • Intensive licence test preparation
  • Overseas licence change overs
  • Re-testing for the elderly
  • Unsure or nervous checkups

What Customers Say on Google

Patience

Came to lessons with significant driving anxiety and fear, but Marianne's calm, patient approach completely transformed the experience and built genuine confidence behind the wheel.

Pass Rate

Passed the driving test on the first attempt after lessons with Marianne, who tailored instruction to address specific weaknesses and provided expert support leading up to test day.

Confidence

Marianne was understanding and supportive throughout lessons, making driving feel safer and more enjoyable while helping to achieve the P-plate licence goal.

Source: Google Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Geelong Driving School

Yes, Geelong Driving School offers a test-day package that saves $60 compared to booking lessons and the test separately. Instructor Marianne provides intensive licence test preparation and will pick you up for the test itself, meaning you take your driving exam in the same automatic Toyota Corolla you've been practising in, with the instructor who knows your driving best. Many learners here pass first go, and families tell us the structured test prep really helps settle nerves on the day.

Absolutely. Geelong Driving School offers overseas licence changeover support for drivers moving to Australia who need to convert their international licence. Marianne tailors lessons to help you adapt to Victorian road rules, left-hand driving, and local conditions around Geelong. She'll pick you up from your chosen location and guide you through what you need to meet VicRoads requirements, particularly helpful if you're unfamiliar with Australian licensing stages or test formats.

Published lesson prices at Geelong Driving School start from around $80, confirm current rates and any package savings when you book. The school accepts payment by cash, direct bank transfer, or credit card, and offers flexible pick-up and drop-off at your chosen location across Geelong. The test-day package is particularly good value, saving $60 compared to purchasing lessons and the test separately, and families tell us Marianne's structured approach means learners often pass first go.

Very much so. Instructor Marianne is known locally for her calm, patient approach with learners who arrive feeling genuinely anxious or worried about driving. She's been teaching since 2006 and has guided many nervous students, including those with real driving fear, through to passing their test with confidence. Families often mention how Marianne's steady encouragement and clear explanations help anxious learners feel safe and supported, making the whole learning process less overwhelming.

Yes. Geelong Driving School provides re-testing support for elderly drivers who need to renew their licence or complete a practical assessment. Marianne offers 'unsure or nervous checkups' to help older drivers refresh their skills, rebuild confidence, and prepare for any VicRoads requirements in a modern automatic Toyota Corolla. She's patient and respectful with learners of all ages, and lessons are picked up and dropped off at your door across Geelong.

Contact Details

Address
1 Kana St, Grovedale, Victoria, 3216

How Geelong Driving School Compares

in Geelong

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

More reviews than 71% of driving schools in Geelong

Home Pickup — 1 of 1 in Geelong

Female Instructor — 1 of 6 in Geelong

Opening Hours

Monday
8am-5:30am
Tuesday
8am-5:30am
Wednesday
8am-5:30am
Thursday
8am-5:30am
Friday
8am-5:30am
Saturday
8am-5:30am
Sunday
8am-5:30am

Business Details

Service Areas
Geelong
Years in Business
18+
Payment Methods
Credit cards
Pricing
Pick up and drop off at location of choice. Payment accepted by cash or direct transfer. Test package saves $60 compared to purchasing lessons and test separately.

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