Washington's Drive School
Level 1/44 Watton St, Werribee, Victoria, 3030
“Professional driver tuition”
Why Choose Washington's Drive School?
Customers consistently praise Washington's Drive School for patient, professional instruction, particularly suited to nervous and anxious learners seeking a comfortable environment. The school's 98% first-time pass rate, availability of both automatic and manual instruction, female instructors, and full service area across western and northern Melbourne make it a practical choice for learners, parents, and overseas licence holders.
About Washington's Drive School
Lesson Prices
| Lesson / Package | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Daytime Lessons | Automatic · 3 lessons | $250 |
| 5 Daytime Lessons | Automatic · 5 lessons | $420 |
| Test Pack 2 Drive Test | Automatic · 3 lessons | $385 |
| Comprehensive Drive Test Package | Automatic · 6 lessons | $620 |
Prices are published by Washington's Drive School and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
Services
- driving lessons
- test day package
- refresher driving lessons
- senior driver assessments
- overseas licence conversion
- special needs tuition
What Customers Say on Google
“Ali transformed a nervous learner into a confident driver through patient, professional instruction that focused on fine-tuning weaknesses.”
“Passed the VicRoads test on the first attempt after just three lessons, with Catherine's patient explanation and clear instructions making the difference.”
“Instructors created a comfortable learning environment, understanding the learner's anxiety and working flexibly around their schedule and needs.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Washington's Drive School
Yes, Washington's Drive School teaches both automatic and manual transmission, genuinely one of the few schools in the western suburbs willing to take on manual learners. They offer pickup and drop-off as part of their test packages, covering suburbs from Wyndham Vale to Footscray, Brunswick, and Point Cook. Learners tell us the instructors are familiar with the Werribee VicRoads testing routes and know what examiners look for, which has helped many pass first go.
The school specialises in working with nervous and anxious drivers. Instructors like Ali and Catherine are known for creating a calm, comfortable learning environment, taking the time to understand each learner's personality and areas of worry. Families tell us instructors here fine-tune weak spots without pressure, and learners who started anxious have left feeling confident behind the wheel. Female instructors are available if that helps a learner feel more at ease.
The test package includes three lessons leading up to your test, with the final lesson one hour before test time, plus vehicle hire, instructor support on the day, and pickup and drop-off (VicRoads booking fees aren't included). The school claims a 98% first-time pass rate, and local families confirm many learners pass first go after working with instructors Ali, Catherine, or George, they know the Werribee test routes well and prepare learners thoroughly.
Parents booking for teenage learners consistently tell us the school is a good fit. Instructors adapt to each teen's personality, whether they're confident or get worked up easily, and create a friendly, alert teaching style that teens respond to. One Werribee parent specifically praised instructor Catherine and said they'd book her again when their younger daughters are old enough to drive, which speaks to the trust families place in the school.
Yes, overseas licence conversion lessons are a core service here, handy for newcomers to Australia needing to adjust to local rules and roads. The school also offers senior driver assessments for older drivers wanting a professional check of their skills. Both services use the same patient, thorough approach the school is known for, and instructors will tailor lessons to your specific needs across the western and northern Melbourne suburbs they cover.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +611300882347
- Address
- Level 1/44 Watton St, Werribee, Victoria, 3030
How Washington's Drive School Compares
in Melbourne
More reviews than 67% of driving schools in Melbourne
Home Pickup — 1 of 64 in Melbourne
Female Instructor — 1 of 156 in Melbourne
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 8am-6pm
- Tuesday
- 8am-6pm
- Wednesday
- 8am-6pm
- Thursday
- 8am-6pm
- Friday
- 8am-6pm
- Saturday
- 8am-1pm
- Sunday
- 8am-1pm
Business Details
- Service Areas
- Airport West, Albion, Altona, Altona Meadows, Altona North, Ardeer, Avondale Heights, Braybrook, Maidstone, Sunshine West, Hoppers Crossing, Jacana, Keilor, Keilor East, Kingsville, Laverton, Laverton North, Manor Lakes, Maribyrnong, Sunshine North, Cairnlea, Carlton, Coburg, Coburg North, Deer Park, Derrimut, Essendon, Fawkner, Mambourin, Strathmore, Niddrie, Northcote, Oak Park, Parkville, Pascoe Vale Sth, Point Cook, Preston, Reservoir, Seabrook, Seaholme, Hadfield, Werribee, Wyndham Vale, Truganina, Tullamarine, Williams Landing, Tarneit, Moonee Ponds, Yarraville, Thornbury, Brooklyn, Brunswick, Brunswick East, Brunswick West, Fitzroy Nth, Footscray, Glenroy, Sunshine, Wheelers Hill
- Certifications
- certified driving school training center
- Pricing
- All prices listed are for automatic transmission, daytime lessons (8am, 5pm, weekdays only). Test packages include 3 lessons prior to test with the final lesson being 1 hour before test time, VicRoads test assessment, vehicle use, instructor support, and pick-up/drop-off (VicRoads fees excluded).
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