Namaste Driving School Melbourne
25 Deakin Ave, Lalor, Victoria, 3075
“Get Your Licence In Frist Go.”

Why Choose Namaste Driving School Melbourne?
Customers consistently report passing their driving test on the first attempt after learning with JD Kandel, who is widely praised for patience and confidence-building with nervous and first-time learners. Namaste Driving School Melbourne covers northern Melbourne suburbs with convenient home pickup and drop-off services, and specialises in supporting both teenage learners and overseas licence holders adjusting to Australian road rules.
About Namaste Driving School Melbourne
Lesson Prices
Published lesson prices from $60| Lesson / Package | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow – Individual Lessons for each hour | 60 min | $60 |
| Red package – 5 Lessons for 1 hour each | 5 lessons | $280 |
| Blue package – 7 Lessons for 1 hour each | 7 lessons | $390 |
| Green package – 10 Lessons for 1 hour each | 10 lessons | $550 |
Prices are published by Namaste Driving School Melbourne and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
Services
- driving lessons
- structured driving lessons
- personalized instruction
- flexible scheduling options
- pickup and drop-off services
- dual controls for added safety
- after-hours training options
- refresher training
What Customers Say on Google
“JD Kandel's calm, patient teaching style builds genuine confidence in nervous learners. Multiple students praised his ability to explain road rules clearly and correct mistakes in a friendly, supportive way.”
“Students consistently passed their driving test on the first attempt under JD's guidance. Learners highlight his systematic approach to covering all test routes and ensuring learners understand foundational skills before moving forward.”
“JD Kandel teaches learners step-by-step from the basics, making him effective with first-time drivers and overseas licence holders adjusting to Australian road rules. His methodical, supportive approach helps students progress with genuine understanding.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Namaste Driving School Melbourne
Yes, Namaste Driving School Melbourne provides convenient pickup and drop-off services across their service areas, including Lalor, Epping, South Morang, Thomastown, Reservoir, Mill Park, and Bundoora. Instructor JD Kandel will collect learners from home or another agreed location, which is particularly helpful for families juggling work and school schedules. This door-to-door service means parents don't need to arrange transport to a meeting point, lessons start and finish at your door.
Absolutely. JD Kandel is known locally for his calm, patient teaching style, which is especially reassuring for learners who feel anxious behind the wheel. He corrects mistakes in a supportive, encouraging way and builds confidence step by step, starting from the basics. Families in Lalor and the northern suburbs tell us that learners who were initially nervous quickly gained confidence under his guidance, and many went on to pass their test on the first attempt.
Yes. JD Kandel has worked successfully with overseas licence holders transitioning to an Australian driving licence. He starts from the basics, familiarising learners with local road rules, roundabouts, hook turns, and test routes, and guides them step by step until they're test-ready. His patient, thorough approach is particularly valued by migrants and international drivers adjusting to Victoria's driving environment for the first time.
Published lesson prices start from around $60, with discounted rates available that highlight savings of $20 to $50 on selected packages, confirm current pricing when booking. The school offers flexible scheduling, including after-hours training options, which suits learners balancing work, study, or family commitments. Lessons are structured and personalised, with JD Kandel tailoring instruction to each learner's pace and goals across Lalor, Epping, Craigieburn, and other northern Melbourne suburbs.
Learners here have a strong record of passing their driving test on the first attempt. JD Kandel ensures students cover all the key test routes used by VicRoads testing centres in the area, so learners are familiar with roundabouts, merges, and tricky intersections before test day. His structured, step-by-step approach, combined with clear explanations and patient corrections, prepares learners to drive safely and confidently, not just to pass, but to become competent drivers for the long term.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +61420307268
- Address
- 25 Deakin Ave, Lalor, Victoria, 3075
How Namaste Driving School Melbourne Compares
in Melbourne
More reviews than 82% of driving schools in Melbourne
Home Pickup — 1 of 64 in Melbourne
Good Value — 1 of 139 in Melbourne
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 6am-8pm
- Tuesday
- 6am-8pm
- Wednesday
- 6am-8pm
- Thursday
- 6am-8pm
- Friday
- 6am-8pm
- Saturday
- 6am-8pm
- Sunday
- 6am-8pm
Business Details
- Service Areas
- Lalor, Epping, Wollert, South Morang, Thomastown, Preston, Reservoir, Glenroy, Fawkner, Broadmeadows, Mill Park, Bundoora, Brunswick, Craigieburn, Carlton, Essendon
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards
- Pricing
- Prices shown are discounted rates; original higher prices displayed with savings highlighted (e.g. Save $20, $30, $50)









