Drivers Education & Training School

5.0(195)

1 Berry St, Essendon North, Victoria, 3041

MELBOURNE'S TRUSTED DRIVING SCHOOL

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

Why Choose Drivers Education & Training School?

Customers consistently report strong confidence and pass rates after lessons with Gino and Carol, who bring rare expertise, Gino is a former VicRoads Licence Testing Officer and Victoria Police officer. The school covers Melbourne's northern and western suburbs from Essendon North and specialises in patient instruction for nervous learners, overseas licence conversion, and test-day preparation.

About Drivers Education & Training School

Drivers Education & Training School in Essendon North is led by Gino, a former VicRoads Licence Testing Officer and ex-Victoria Police officer, bringing twelve years of driving education experience to Melbourne's northern and western suburbs. This background gives learners the rare advantage of instruction from someone who knows exactly what test assessors look for. The school teaches automatic transmission and operates from a Moonee Ponds base, covering areas including Essendon, Brunswick, Ascot Vale, Maribyrnong, Flemington, Airport West, Tullamarine, and Deer Park. Gino is regularly praised for his calm, patient teaching style, particularly with nervous and anxious learners. One older learner with zero confidence described how Gino's calm approach and clear instruction gave them the skills to pass, while another who carried a deep fear of driving noted his deep understanding of learner psychology and ability to build both technical skill and emotional resilience. First-time learners who barely knew the difference between the accelerator and brake mention never feeling silly during lessons. With a near-perfect Google rating, the school has built a reputation for getting learners test-ready and passing first go. Carol handles bookings and also instructs, giving families the option of a female instructor when preferred. Parents often mention Carol and Gino's ability to work with teenagers, with one mum thanking them for a last-minute lesson that gave her son Sam the extra skills he needed to pass his driving test. The school offers VicRoads test preparation with real test-route practice, test-day packages, overseas licence conversion lessons, and refresher sessions including night driving. First-timers building confidence behind the wheel and anxious learners needing patient guidance will find this Essendon North driving school highly recommended across Melbourne's northern and western communities.

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

Gino's calm, patient teaching style transformed a nervous learner's confidence from zero to passing the test on first attempt after previous failures with other instructors.

Instructor

A parent praised both Carol and Gino for accommodating a last-minute booking and equipping their teenage son with additional skills that directly helped him pass his VicRoads test.

Confidence

After just one lesson with Gino, a learner felt instantly confident for their test, highlighting his consistent support and deep knowledge of the testing process.

Source: Google Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Drivers Education & Training School

Yes, Drivers Education & Training School teaches automatic transmission, and instructor Gino is a former VicRoads Licence Testing Officer, so he knows exactly what assessors look for on test day. This insider knowledge helps learners across Essendon, Moonee Ponds, Brunswick, and surrounding suburbs prepare effectively. The school claims a 98% first-attempt pass rate, and published lesson prices start from around $80, confirm current rates and package discounts when booking.

Absolutely, Gino is particularly skilled at working with anxious and nervous learners, including older beginners. Families tell us he's calm, patient, and never makes learners feel silly, even when they're starting from scratch. One learner who'd failed twice with other instructors passed in Deer Park after switching to Gino. His background as a police officer and test assessor means he knows how to build both technical skill and confidence behind the wheel.

Yes, Gino and Carol work with plenty of teenage learners. One parent booked a last-minute two-hour lesson for their son Sam before his test, and Sam picked up skills that helped him pass on the day. The school offers test-day packages with real test-route practice across areas including Deer Park, Essendon, and Moonee Ponds. Carol handles bookings and makes the process smooth for families juggling busy schedules.

Yes, Carol is available as a female instructor at Drivers Education & Training School. She's praised alongside Gino for her kindness, organisational skill, and supportive teaching style. This is a key option for learners who prefer a female instructor, and Carol's involvement means families have flexibility when booking lessons across the Moonee Ponds and northern suburbs service area.

Yes, overseas licence conversion and senior OT assessment preparation are core services at Drivers Education & Training School. Gino's background as a former VicRoads assessor means he understands the licence conversion process and can guide drivers through what's required. The school also offers refresher lessons, corporate training, and driver reassessment programs across Melbourne's northern and western suburbs, including Maribyrnong, Airport West, and Carlton.

Contact Details

Address
1 Berry St, Essendon North, Victoria, 3041

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

More reviews than 85% of driving schools in Melbourne

Female Instructor — 1 of 156 in Melbourne

Overseas Licence — 1 of 163 in Melbourne

Opening Hours

Monday
8:30am-7pm
Tuesday
8:30am-7pm
Wednesday
8:30am-7pm
Thursday
8:30am-7pm
Friday
8:30am-5pm
Saturday
9am-3pm
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
Debit 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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