Rakesh Khanna Driving School

5.0(571)

25a McMillan St, Clayton South, Victoria, 3169

More than 20 years of Experience!

Rakesh Khanna Driving School in Clayton South
Patient with Nervous LearnersGood with TeensTest-Day PackageOverseas LicenceHigh Pass RateNamed InstructorsGood Value
Languages spoken:HindiPunjabi

Why Choose Rakesh Khanna Driving School?

Customers consistently praise Rakesh Khanna Driving School for its patient, fatherly instruction and proven success with nervous and underconfident learners, many passing their test on the first attempt. Operating across Clayton South and surrounding areas for two decades with a near-perfect 5-star rating, the school offers test-day packages, overseas licence conversion, and instruction in Hindi and Punjabi.

About Rakesh Khanna Driving School

Rakesh Khanna Driving School in Clayton South has built a near-perfect Google reputation over two decades of teaching Victorian learners. Instructor Rakesh Khanna, affectionately known to students as Rakesh Uncle, is repeatedly praised for his calm, fatherly teaching style and exceptional ability to help nervous and underconfident drivers pass their test on their first go. Operating across Clayton, Springvale, Noble Park, Clarinda, Dandenong, Keysborough, Mulgrave, Dingley Village, and Oakleigh South, the school offers driving lessons in both Hindi and Punjabi, making it a strong choice for multilingual families across Melbourne's southeast. Rakesh is known for building confidence quickly: anxious learners describe feeling safe and supported from their very first lesson, and several mention passing after just a handful of sessions. Parents searching for a patient instructor for their teenagers will find plenty of reassurance here. Rakesh has a knack for working with young, first-time learners, correcting mistakes without causing embarrassment and tailoring each lesson to the individual. His approach is practical and focused, he won't push unnecessary lessons or drag things out. Learners report that he makes them ready not just for the test itself, but for real-world driving. The school provides VicRoads test preparation, mock tests, overseas licence conversion lessons, and a test-day package that includes a final tune-up before you head to the test centre. Rakesh is accredited by the Driving Instructor Authority and operates seven days a week, including weekends from six in the morning. His rates are regularly described as fair, especially given the quality of instruction and the high first-time pass rate his students enjoy. If you're in Clayton South or nearby and want a driving instructor who genuinely cares about getting you ready, give Rakesh a ring.

Services

  • driving lessons
  • VicRoads drive test preparation
  • mock drive test
  • overseas licence conversion
  • test day package

What Customers Say on Google

Patience

After struggling and failing a test with another instructor, this learner found Rakesh's calm, confident teaching style transformative and went on to pass.

Confidence

An underconfident driver felt instantly at home with Rakesh's fatherly approach and gained the confidence needed to pass the test on the first attempt.

Instructor

Multiple learners noted Rakesh's ability to correct mistakes without causing nervousness, combined with clear explanations and a focus on teaching practical, real-world skills.

Source: Google Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Rakesh Khanna Driving School

Yes, instructor Rakesh Khanna teaches in Hindi and Punjabi as well as English, which is a real advantage for families across Clayton South, Springvale, Noble Park, and surrounding suburbs who are more comfortable learning in their first language. Many multilingual families in Melbourne's southeast choose the school for exactly this reason, and Rakesh's ability to explain road rules and techniques in Hindi or Punjabi helps learners grasp concepts quickly and build confidence behind the wheel.

Absolutely. Rakesh, known affectionately as Rakesh Uncle, is recognised for his calm, fatherly teaching style and exceptional patience with underconfident and anxious drivers. Learners who've struggled with other instructors tell us they felt safe and supported from their very first lesson here. Rakesh corrects mistakes without adding pressure, talks learners through anxious moments, and builds confidence steadily, which is why so many nervous drivers pass their test on the first go after training with him.

Yes, the school offers overseas licence conversion support for drivers transitioning to a Victorian licence. Rakesh has extensive experience helping international licence holders understand local road rules, adapt to Australian driving conditions, and prepare for the VicRoads practical assessment. Whether you're converting from India, the UK, or elsewhere, his clear explanations and focused lessons get overseas drivers road-ready quickly and confidently across Clayton, Dandenong, Keysborough, and the broader southeast.

Yes. The school provides test-day packages that include a pre-test lesson to calm nerves and refine skills, plus use of the instructor's car for your VicRoads drive test. Rakesh often runs a focused 25–30 minute lesson right before your test appointment to reinforce key techniques and settle any last-minute worries. Learners tell us this final session makes a real difference, many pass first go after his test-day preparation at centres including Heatherton and across the southeast.

The school has a strong first-time pass record, learners regularly tell us they cleared their VicRoads test on the first attempt after training with Rakesh. His sharp observation skills mean he identifies and corrects mistakes early so they're never repeated, and his honest approach means he won't recommend extra lessons you don't need. Even learners who failed with other instructors have passed first go after switching to Rakesh, thanks to his clear, step-by-step teaching across Clayton South and surrounding suburbs.

Contact Details

Address
25a McMillan St, Clayton South, Victoria, 3169

How Rakesh Khanna Driving School Compares

in Melbourne

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

More reviews than 97% of driving schools in Melbourne

Good Value — 1 of 139 in Melbourne

Overseas Licence — 1 of 163 in Melbourne

Opening Hours

Monday
6am-7pm
Tuesday
6am-7pm
Wednesday
6am-7pm
Thursday
6am-7pm
Friday
6am-7pm
Saturday
6am-7pm
Sunday
6am-7pm

Business Details

Service Areas
Clayton, Springvale, Noble Park, Clayton South, Clarinda, Dandenong, Keysborough, Mulgrave, Dingley Village, Oakleigh South
Certifications
Driving Instructor Authority (DIA)
Years in Business
20+
Pricing
No pricing information is published on the website.

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