Drive Smart Driver Academy
Penda Cl, Doncaster, Victoria, 3108
“Your trusted partner on the road to becoming a skilled and responsible driver”

Why Choose Drive Smart Driver Academy?
Drive Smart Driver Academy brings specialist expertise to driver education across Doncaster and Melbourne's eastern suburbs, with a focus on inclusive teaching for learners who need tailored support, including those on the autism spectrum and NDIS participants. Steven and the instructors combine patience with structured instruction to build genuine confidence behind the wheel.
About Drive Smart Driver Academy
Lesson Prices
| Lesson / Package | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Membership Package | — | $349 |
Prices are published by Drive Smart Driver Academy and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
Services
- Automatic driving lessons
- Test day packages
- Driver education program for schools
- Occupational therapy driver assessments
- Driving with autism
- NDIS driving lessons
- Membership packages
Frequently Asked Questions About Drive Smart Driver Academy
Yes, Drive Smart Driver Academy specialises in NDIS driving lessons for eligible participants across Doncaster, Camberwell, Kew, and Melbourne's eastern suburbs. They offer occupational therapy driver assessments to tailor support for each learner, and NDIS participants can access a premium membership package at $349 per year that includes priority booking, quarterly progress reviews, family coaching resources, and specialised support throughout the learning journey.
Absolutely. Instructor Steven and the team at Drive Smart Driver Academy have built real expertise in teaching autistic learners, offering the structured, patient approach that makes driving lessons manageable and less overwhelming. They provide clear communication, individualised pacing, and the calm environment that many neurodivergent learners need to build confidence behind the wheel. Families across Doncaster and Camberwell come here specifically for this inclusive support.
Yes, Drive Smart Driver Academy offers test-day packages to help learners feel prepared and supported when it's time to sit their driving test. Steven and the instructors use dual-controlled automatic vehicles, so learners get familiar, safe support on the day itself. The school serves Doncaster, Kew, Camberwell, and surrounding Melbourne areas, and can guide you through the VicRoads testing process.
Drive Smart Driver Academy stands apart with their genuine focus on inclusive driver education. Beyond standard automatic lessons, they offer occupational therapy driver assessments, NDIS-funded programs, and specialised support for autistic learners, services rarely found at typical driving schools. They also run driver education programs for schools across Melbourne, meaning Steven and the team bring classroom expertise and a structured, patient teaching style to every lesson.
Drive Smart Driver Academy teaches automatic transmission only, using dual-controlled vehicles for safety and learner confidence. This suits many learners, especially those who benefit from a simpler, less overwhelming driving experience. If you're after manual lessons, this school isn't the right fit, but for automatic instruction with patient, specialised support across Doncaster, Camberwell, and Kew, they're well-regarded locally.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +61407800950
- Address
- Penda Cl, Doncaster, Victoria, 3108
How Drive Smart Driver Academy Compares
in Melbourne
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Opening Hours
- Monday
- 6am-9:30pm
- Tuesday
- 6am-9:30pm
- Wednesday
- 6am-4pm
- Thursday
- 6am-9:30pm
- Friday
- 6am-9pm
- Saturday
- 6am-7pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Business Details
- Service Areas
- Melbourne, Doncaster, Camberwell, Kew, Victoria
- Pricing
- Premium membership package available for NDIS participants at $349/year including priority booking, quarterly reviews, family coaching resources, and specialised support.










