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Meet Your PerthDriving Instructors.
A friendly face. A little encouragement. A driving lesson that helps things click. Get to know the people behind Driving West and take your next step towards test-day confidence.
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Your Local Driving Team
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Driving Instructor.
Start with your area and driving lesson type. Explore the team, then tell us who you’d like to learn with.
Driving Lessons In Your Area
North Of The River
Automatic and manual driving instructors for Perth’s northern suburbs.
Auto & ManualDirk
Managing Director
North Of The River
Dirk reopened his parents' driving school in 2013 and manages the Driving West team.
ManualAngie
Angie Zarb Cousin
North Of The River
A former driving assessor, Angie brings assessment experience to driving lessons and mock-test preparation.
AutomaticMarty
Martin Reguero
North Of The River
Marty focuses on safe driving skills for different road situations.
Steph
Driving Instructor
North Of The River
ManualPete
Peter Mc Hugh
North Of The River
Pete focuses on learner confidence and preparation for Department of Transport driving standards.
AutomaticSean
Driving Instructor
North Of The River
ManualKen
Ken Swee
North Of The River
Ken teaches manual driving lessons and speaks English, Chinese and Bahasa.
AutomaticPaul
Paul Paterson
North Of The River
Automatic driving lessons with Paul, north of the river.
AutomaticMark
Driving Instructor
North Of The River
ManualSteve
Driving Instructor
North Of The River
AutomaticNaz
Driving Instructor
North Of The River
AutomaticRoberto
Driving Instructor
North Of The River
Driving Lessons In Your Area
South Of The River
Meet Gabriel for automatic driving lessons south of the river.
AutomaticGabriel
Driving Instructor
South Of The River
Learn to drive an automatic with Gabriel, our driving instructor south of the river. Share your suburb and preferred times so our team can confirm pickup options and availability.
Let’s Find The Right Fit.
Try another name or clear your filters. Our team can help you find driving lesson options for your area.
Talk To Our Team: 0406 782 459Your Suburb Matters. North or south is a starting point. Include your suburb, preferred driving instructor and ideal times in your enquiry so we can confirm pickup coverage and driving lesson availability.
Check Our Service AreasA Familiar Face For Test Day
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Before Your First Driving Lesson
Frequently Asked Questions.
A little clarity makes the next step easier. Find answers about choosing your driving instructor, lesson options and making a booking.
Prefer to talk it through?
Call Our Team: 0406 782 459Can I choose my driving instructor?
Yes. Include your preferred driving instructor in your booking enquiry. We will check their lesson type, pickup coverage and availability before confirming your driving lesson.
Do you have automatic and manual driving instructors?
Yes. We offer automatic driving lessons and manual driving lessons. Use the lesson-type filter above to find the driving instructors who teach your preferred transmission.
Which driving instructor covers my Perth suburb?
Gabriel offers automatic driving lessons south of the river. Our other driving instructors are based north of the river. Send us your suburb and preferred times so we can confirm pickup coverage and availability, or check our service areas.
Which languages do your driving instructors speak?
Gabriel is fluent in Spanish; Mark speaks basic Spanish. Ken speaks English, Chinese and Bahasa, and Angie speaks English and Maltese. Include your preferred language in your enquiry so we can discuss the right options.
Can you help if I feel nervous about driving?
Tell us how you are feeling and what would help you get started. Our team can discuss a suitable driving instructor and lesson pace. For extra support with test-day nerves, explore our mindset coaching service.
Can I request a female driving instructor?
Yes. Include your preference for a female or male driving instructor in your enquiry. Our team will check the options for your lesson type, location and preferred times.
Can I practise with my driving instructor before my PDA?
Share your driving experience and, if you have booked your PDA, the date and test centre. Your driving instructor can discuss preparation for the skills you need to work on. Explore our PDA test-day options for lesson and vehicle-use choices.
Where can I see driving lesson prices and packages?
Compare individual driving lessons, learner packages and test-day options on our Prices & Packages page.
Does sending an enquiry confirm my driving lesson?
An enquiry starts the conversation. Your driving lesson is confirmed once our team has agreed the driving instructor, lesson details and available time with you.
