Freshers Driving School
487 Cardigan St, Carlton, Victoria, 3053
“Melbourne's #1 Driving School for Safe & Confident Drivers”
Why Choose Freshers Driving School?
Customers consistently praise Kevin's unbelievable patience and ability to transform nervous learners into confident drivers, backed by a strong rating across 116 reviews. Freshers Driving School covers all Melbourne suburbs with free pickup and drop-off, offers both automatic and manual instruction, and specialises in test preparation, overseas licence conversion, and first-attempt pass success.
About Freshers Driving School
Lesson Prices
Published lesson prices from $68| Lesson / Package | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| First Driving Lesson · 60 Min | 60 min | $68 |
| Single Driving Lesson · 60 Min | 60 min | $70 |
| First Driving Lesson · 90 Min | 90 min | $95 |
| Single Driving Lesson · 90 Min | 90 min | $105 |
| Starter · 3 × 60 Min Package | 3 lessons | $210 |
| Value Pack · 5 × 60 Min Package | 5 lessons | $330 |
| Starter Pack · 3 × 90 Min Package | 3 lessons | $330 |
| Value Pack · 5 × 90 Min Package | 5 lessons | $490 |
| Ultimate · 10 × 60 Min Package | 10 lessons | $650 |
| Full Journey · 10 × 90 Min Package | 10 lessons | $950 |
| Test Car Hire Only | — | $150 |
| Driving Lesson + Test · 1 Lesson + Test | 60 min | $220 |
Prices are published by Freshers Driving School and may change — confirm current rates when booking. (+3 more on the school's website.)
Services
- Beginner driving lessons
- Driving test preparation
- Refresher lessons
- Overseas licence conversion
- Night driving lessons
- Logbook training
- Test day car hire
- Gift vouchers
What Customers Say on Google
“Kevin's unbelievable patience transformed a nervous learner into a confident driver who passed the test on the first attempt at Carlton VicRoads, with lessons covering every scenario including tricky ones.”
“An overseas licence holder praised Kevin for patiently correcting bad habits and helping them pass their first driving test, demonstrating his skill with licence conversion students.”
“Kevin breaks down driving basics clearly, builds confidence quickly, and tailors lessons to what examiners are actually looking for, resulting in a first-attempt pass.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Freshers Driving School
Yes, Freshers Driving School includes free pickup and drop-off anywhere in Melbourne with every lesson, whether you're in Carlton, Richmond, Brunswick, Coburg, or any other Melbourne suburb. That door-to-door service is built into their published lesson prices (starting from around $68), so there's no extra fee for collecting your learner from home or school and returning them afterwards. It's a standout feature compared to most Carlton driving schools.
Absolutely. Instructor Kevin at Freshers Driving School specialises in overseas licence conversion and regularly helps international drivers adapt to Australian road rules and conditions. Learners coming from overseas often have habits that don't quite match VicRoads standards, and Kevin patiently corrects those, families tell us he knows exactly what VicRoads examiners look for. He'll work through roundabouts, hook turns, unfamiliar signage, and local driving etiquette so you're confident on test day.
Freshers Driving School teaches both automatic and manual transmission. Instructor Kevin can guide learners through either option depending on what suits their needs. Many families in Carlton choose automatic for a simpler learning curve, while others opt for manual for greater flexibility down the track. Discuss your preference when you book, Kevin tailors each lesson to the learner's goals and experience level.
Yes, Freshers Driving School offers test-day car hire so your learner can sit the VicRoads driving test in the same vehicle they've been practising in with Kevin. That familiarity makes a real difference on test day, learners here have a 98 percent first-attempt pass rate. The school services all Melbourne suburbs, so whether you're booking the test in Carlton, Richmond, or another location, Kevin can arrange the car and guide your learner right up to the appointment.
Kevin's patience with nervous learners is one of the main reasons families in Carlton recommend Freshers Driving School. Learners tell us he'll calmly answer the same question dozens of times, explain every manoeuvre clearly, and take you from anxious first-timer to confident driver without ever making you feel rushed. That approach works especially well with teenagers and first-time learners, Kevin breaks down the basics, builds confidence gradually, and focuses on safe driving habits that last well beyond the test.
Contact Details
- Address
- 487 Cardigan St, Carlton, Victoria, 3053
How Freshers Driving School Compares
in Melbourne
More reviews than 76% of driving schools in Melbourne
Home Pickup — 1 of 64 in Melbourne
Good Value — 1 of 139 in Melbourne
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 8am-6pm
- Tuesday
- 8am-6pm
- Wednesday
- 8am-6pm
- Thursday
- 8am-6pm
- Friday
- 8am-6pm
- Saturday
- 8am-6pm
- Sunday
- 8am-6pm
Business Details
- Service Areas
- Carlton, Fitzroy, Richmond, Melbourne CBD, Bundoora, Parkville, Coolaroo, Brunswick, Northcote, Coburg, South Yarra, All Melbourne suburbs
- Certifications
- VicRoads accredited instructors, Police cleared, Working With Children checked
- Years in Business
- 2015+
- Pricing
- All prices include free pickup and drop-off anywhere in Melbourne and logbook signing. Discounts available for package bookings (e.g., 5-lesson packages save $10, 10-lesson packages save $30). Prices shown are the lowest available for each lesson duration.
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