Drivers Education & Training School

5.0(6)

27 Athol St, Moonee Ponds, Victoria, 3039

MELBOURNE'S TRUSTED DRIVING SCHOOL

Drivers Education & Training School in Moonee Ponds
Female InstructorPatient with Nervous LearnersGood with TeensTest-Day PackageOverseas LicenceHigh Pass Rate
Lessons:Automatic
Instructors:Gino, Carol

Why Choose Drivers Education & Training School?

Customers consistently praise Drivers Education & Training School for calm, patient instruction that builds genuine confidence in nervous learners. With 12 years' experience and a track record of high first-attempt pass rates, they offer test-day preparation across Melbourne's northern and western suburbs, plus specialist services for overseas licence conversion and refresher lessons.

About Drivers Education & Training School

Drivers Education & Training School (DETS), based in Moonee Ponds, is one of the highest-rated driving schools in Melbourne's northwest. Led by former VicRoads Licence Testing Officer Gino and instructor Carol, this family-run school brings more than a decade of teaching experience and an insider's knowledge of what examiners look for on test day. DETS specialises in automatic transmission lessons for learner drivers across Melbourne's northern and western suburbs, covering Moonee Ponds, Essendon, Brunswick, Ascot Vale, Maribyrnong, Flemington, and beyond. Their strength lies in helping nervous and first-time learners build genuine confidence behind the wheel. Gino and Carol are regularly praised for their calm, reassuring approach, with learners describing feeling safe and comfortable from their very first lesson. That patient teaching style translates into results: multiple students mention passing their driving test on their first attempt. Beyond standard learner lessons, DETS offers VicRoads test preparation with real test-route practice, overseas licence conversion for migrants and visa holders, and specialised programs like corporate driver training, driver reassessment, and senior OT assessment preparation. Carol provides a female instructor option, something many learners and parents specifically seek out. Test-day packages are available, combining a warm-up lesson with car hire for the big day. Teenagers working through logbook hours, parents seeking patient instruction for young learners, and overseas licence holders needing to convert can all benefit from DETS' clear, supportive lessons that get learners test-ready. Saturday lessons are available, and bookings can be made by phone.

Lesson Prices

Published lesson prices from $80
Lesson / PackageDetailsPrice
Single Lesson (60 min) - Weekdays60 min$80
60 MIN (Saturday)60 min$90
Refresher 60 MIN60 min$90
Night Session 60 MIN60 min$95
First Lesson (90 min)90 min$125
Lesson (120 min)120 min$155
Single Lesson 1 HOUR X 55 lessons$395
Single Lesson (1.5 x 5 HOURS)5 lessons$620
Single Lesson 1 HOUR X 1010 lessons$790
Single Lesson (1.5 x 10 HOURS)10 lessons$1240

Prices are published by Drivers Education & Training School and may change — confirm current rates when booking.

Services

  • Learner driver lessons
  • VicRoads test preparation
  • Overseas licence conversion
  • Corporate driver training
  • Driver reassessment program
  • Senior OT assessment prep
  • Refresher lessons
  • Night driving lessons

What Customers Say on Google

Patience

The instructor was calm and reassuring, preparing the learner well for the test while helping them feel safe on the roads, they praised the overall service quality.

Confidence

Learner felt comfortable and confident in every lesson and passed their driving test with flying colours, crediting the instructor's clear and friendly approach.

Instructor

The school impressed with attention to detail and key points needed to succeed in the test, combined with easy contact and instructive lessons.

Source: Google Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Drivers Education & Training School

Yes, Drivers Education & Training School has instructor Carol available for learners who prefer a female instructor. This is particularly valued by families booking lessons for daughters or learners who feel more comfortable with a woman behind the wheel. Carol, along with instructor Gino (a former VicRoads Licence Testing Officer), teaches across Moonee Ponds, Essendon, Brunswick, Ascot Vale, and surrounding northern and western Melbourne suburbs.

Instructors Gino and Carol are known for their calm, reassuring teaching style, which helps anxious learners feel safe and comfortable from the first lesson. Learners here consistently report building genuine confidence behind the wheel, not just test-readiness. The school's patient approach has helped many first-timers pass on their first attempt, making it a solid choice for nervous teens and adults alike.

Yes, overseas licence conversion is one of the core services at Drivers Education & Training School. Whether you're converting a foreign licence or need a refresher on Australian road rules and driving conditions, Gino and Carol tailor lessons to your experience level. They cover practical skills, local road layouts, and VicRoads expectations to get you confident and test-ready quickly.

Yes, Drivers Education & Training School offers thorough VicRoads test preparation, including practice on real test routes used by local testing centres. This test-day preparation is a key strength, instructor Gino is a former VicRoads Licence Testing Officer, so he knows exactly what examiners look for. Learners appreciate the specific pointers and constructive feedback that help them pass first go.

Published lesson prices start from around $80, confirm current rates when booking, as Saturday, night, and refresher sessions may vary. Drivers Education & Training School offers package discounts for multi-lesson bookings (5 or 10 lesson bundles), which can help families save. Free lesson eligibility may also be available via mylearnersdrive.com.au for eligible Victorian learners.

Contact Details

Address
27 Athol St, Moonee Ponds, Victoria, 3039

How Drivers Education & Training School Compares

in Melbourne

Rated 5.0 above the Melbourne average of 4.8
This biz
5.0
Average
4.8

6 reviews on Google

Female Instructor — 1 of 156 in Melbourne

Overseas Licence — 1 of 163 in Melbourne

Opening Hours

Monday
7am-7pm
Tuesday
7am-7pm
Wednesday
7am-7pm
Thursday
7am-7pm
Friday
7am-7pm
Saturday
9am-5:30pm
Sunday
Closed

Business Details

Service Areas
Moonee Ponds, Essendon, Brunswick, Ascot Vale, Maribyrnong, North Melbourne, South Melbourne, Deer Park, Carlton, Coolaroo, Broadmeadows, Pascoe Vale South, Flemington, Niddrie, Strathmore, Airport West, Tullamarine, Malvern, Doncaster, Reservoir, Moonee Valley council, Maribyrnong council, City of Melbourne, City of Port Philip
Years in Business
12+
Payment Methods
Credit cards
Pricing
Free lesson eligibility available via mylearnersdrive.com.au. Weekday prices listed are base rates; Saturday, refresher, and night sessions available. Package discounts available for multi-lesson bookings (5 or 10 lesson bundles). No GST information stated.

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