Licence 2 Drive - Northern Beaches and North Shore Driving School

56-58 Gordon St, 2093, Sydney
Licence 2 Drive - Northern Beaches and North Shore Driving School

Information about Licence 2 Drive - Northern Beaches and North Shore Driving School

56-58 Gordon St
2093, Sydney
+61404366526

Opening hours

  • sunday: 8h-17h
  • monday: 8h-19h
  • tuesday: 8h-19h
  • wednesday: 8h-19h
  • thursday: 8h-19h
  • friday: 8h-19h
  • saturday: 8h-17h

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Our comment from DrivingSchools.Directory about Licence 2 Drive - Northern Beaches and North Shore Driving School:

Licence 2 Drive - Northern Beaches and North Shore Driving School is well-regarded for its professional instructors and a supportive learning environment. Many students have successfully passed their driving tests on the first attempt, praising their instructors for being patient, knowledgeable, and encouraging. Ian and David, in particular, receive accolades for their teaching methods, which help build students' confidence and improve their driving skills.

Positive feedback highlights:

  • Expert Guidance: Instructors provide valuable tips and tailored advice that cater to individual needs, ensuring comprehensive preparation for driving tests.
  • Flexible Scheduling: The school offers a convenient online booking platform and is responsive to students' scheduling needs.
  • Professionalism and Patience: Many instructors, especially Malcolm and David, are commended for fostering a calm and friendly atmosphere, especially beneficial for nervous learners.

Despite these strengths, there have been some concerns regarding communication and customer service, particularly regarding cancellation policies. While most experiences are overwhelmingly positive, a few users reported feeling dismissed under unfortunate circumstances.

Overall, Licence 2 Drive is recommended for its quality instructors and student-centered approach, making it a great choice for learning to drive.

Licence 2 Drive - Northern Beaches and North Shore Driving School: Reviews

4.9/5 (200 Reviews)
Nathan Ainsworth 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Ian is the best driving instructor out there, he was especially helpful when I was just starting to drive because he makes sure you understand all the essentials to passing your ps test first go, which I did, and can thank him for. Would highly recommend to anyone, especially those learning manual

Diogo Poletti 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: David was an awesome instructor, with only one lesson and a lot of important information about the route, I was able to pass the driving test and get my licence first go!! His tips were just gold, used all of them and o pass the test - 99% score!

Maria Belen Morzilli 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing experience, thanks David for your professionalism, patience and good energy! Highly recommended!

James Jenkins 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: For anyone about to do their driving test, I would highly recommend Malcolm. He's experienced, knowledgeable and patient. He gave me some good tips and made me feel relaxed.

Emily Ibarburu 6 months ago

Negative experience: I had an appalling experience with Licence2Drive Driving School, and I feel compelled to share how poorly their communication and customer service are handled. Their rigid cancellation policy and lack of empathy for unforeseen situations are completely unethical. I came down with a fever of 39.6°C on the day of my session. Knowing I was unfit to drive and prioritizing safety, I contacted my instructor early in the morning, well ahead of my session. I politely asked if there was any way to reschedule or waive the cancellation fee, given the medical circumstances. My instructor dismissed my concerns and simply told me to contact the office. I called the office multiple times as soon as they opened at 8 a.m. and left a voicemail explaining my situation. Hours later, I received a vague and unhelpful text stating that "the instructor had already spoken to me." This did not address my question or provide a resolution. When I followed up, they reiterated their strict 24-hour cancellation rule, with no flexibility for emergencies or medical reasons. Which this basically means that if I had an accident, COVID, or another valid emergency, I’d still forfeit my session but would still pay the session and in addition be charged a booking fee. With time running out, I decided to attend the session despite my fever after taking medication because I didn’t want my money to go to waste and I was feeling a little better. I texted both my instructor and the office, confirming I would attend. My instructor read my message but ignored it for 40 minutes. Then, just eight minutes before the session, he informed me that he had "moved up his diary schedule" because I had supposedly cancelled. This was completely false—I never explicitly stated I was cancelling the session. When I confronted him, he was incredibly rude and dismissive, even speaking to me in a passive-aggressive tone. He continued to insist I had cancelled the session and offered no resolution, making comparisons to unrelated services like Uber, which made no sense. By this point, I was so stressed and upset that I had to end the call. This experience left me feeling completely disrespected and unheard. Their lack of professionalism, empathy, and effective communication is appalling. To top it off, they took money for a session that didn’t happen and refused to provide any reasonable accommodation or rescheduling. If you value good customer service, clear communication, and ethical business practices, I strongly recommend thinking twice with Licence2Drive. They fail to prioritize their clients' well-being and safety and seem solely interested in taking your money.

Licence 2 Drive - Northern Beaches and North Shore Driving School
Licence 2 Drive - Northern Beaches and North Shore Driving School

Thank you for your feedback, though we strongly disagree with your portrayal of the situation. We operate a business with clear terms and conditions,stated on every email you receive from us,including a 24-hour cancellation policy, which you agreed to when booking. These policies exist to protect both our instructors’ time and the integrity of our operations. Expecting an exemption because of your personal circumstances—while unfortunate—does not negate the policy that applies to all clients equally. You have not been charged a booking fee as we don’t have them.You have Provided zero evidence of being ill only a text message stating so. Which you just expect us to believe. Regarding your claim of poor communication, you spoke to your instructor at 7.45am via text and phone call and you were told about the cancellation policy. Your decision to attend the session after previously indicating you were unwell and cancelling the lesson was both last-minute and impractical, as the instructor had already adjusted their schedule in response to your initial communication. At 11.15am you decided you had made a miraculous recovery and you were going to attend the 12pm lesson. You cannot possibly expect the instructor to start dealing with your calls and messages whilst in the middle of the lesson hence why he returned your call at 11.50am stating that he had already moved his diary around as you had cancelled. The comparison to services like Uber and contractors was made to emphasize the importance of honoring bookings and respecting cancellation policies, which are standard across many industries. All driving instructors are all self employed and have a right to earn a living. Choosing to drive with a fever also contradicts your claim that safety was your priority. While we empathize with your situation, the expectation that we should waive policies for you at the expense of our instructors’ time and other clients’ bookings is unreasonable. If adherence to agreed terms and conditions is viewed as “unethical,” we respectfully suggest seeking a service that aligns with your expectations. We wish you the best with your future endeavors. P.S Thank your boyfriend Jack McDonald for his 1 star review who we don’t teach Thanks Licence2drive

Maria Monsees 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Licence2drive is the main reason I was able to pass my driving test, more specifically my instructor David. I completed all of my 10 instructed hours with him, where he taught me to pay attention to detail and answered all of my questions. During my time driving with him, i was able to see major progress and he kept motivating me throughout. I would highly recommend him and Licence2drive as a whole. Always reliable.

Swathi Sreenath 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Malcom has been extremely patient and a wonderful teacher. I was a nervous driver when I started and have come a long way because of how I was taught about road safety. It’s been an amazing experience with Malcom while learning a new skill and being confident about it.

Daniel Koppers 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Passed first try thanks to Ian - amazing teaching and made getting P plates fun

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Libby 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Ian was an amazing teacher and I learned a lot of new things like my most feared parallel parking! I was able to convert my overseas license and now have the full aussie license! Thanks so much Ian and team!

Victoria 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: I just passed my driving test and got my license after only one lesson with David! Having recently moved from abroad, I needed to transition from my Russian license to an NSW license. David explained all the important details, guided me through the routes, answered all my questions, and was incredibly helpful and supportive throughout the process. I highly recommend him!

Maria Belen Bonino 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: I’m so happy I took driving lessons with Ian! He has a great patience and fun teaching style, with helped me with gaining confidence to drive and pass my test on the first try! I highly recommend Ian, thank you so much for everything!

Julianne Kiely 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: Ian was a wonderful instructor for a very nervous driver. Thank you for helping me get the license!!

Eugenie Graham-Smith 8 months ago

Negative experience: Do not book with David. Absolutely awful offensive 1 hour experience after using this company multiple times with different drivers that were great. Daughter in tears and told she would be eating hospital food for rest of her life if she continued driving. Unbelievable.

Licence 2 Drive - Northern Beaches and North Shore Driving School
Licence 2 Drive - Northern Beaches and North Shore Driving School

Dear Eugenie We take all feedback very seriously, especially when it involves the well-being of our students. After carefully reviewing the dash camera audio from the lesson, I can confidently say that the claims in what your daughter has told you are a little fabricated and taken out of context. At no point was any offensive language used, nor was any comment made about your daughter “eating hospital food.” Our goal is always to provide a safe and positive learning environment, and the audio recording confirms that this standard was upheld during the lesson. We understand that your daughter may have been upset, but I assure you that our conduct was professional throughout. It’s becoming a sad world where we are having to use the dash camera to protect our instructors from the student and there parents, rather than its actual use for protecting the occupants of the car in the event of an accident. David’s reviews also speak for themselves. Sincerely, Licence2drive

maddie roddick 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: Had a great experience driving with David, clear and friendly instruction. I passed my p’s first time! Would highly recommend

Guilherme Souza (Gui) 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Extremely happy with the service, didnt drive for a few years, had a few lessons with Malcolm and passed my test. Hes very patient and a great person overall.

Rachel Manansala 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: I would just like to say a big thank you to David! What an absolute legend! Couldn’t be any happier with my driving lessons with him. Got my red Ps through following his thorough instructions and advice. David has been very attentive and patient with our lessons which gave me confidence driving. Highly recommended!!

Oliver Kesby 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Had lessons with David would highly recommend I passed first time.

Reinhart Mendoza 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Ian (the manual instructor) told me everything I needed to know to help learn and pass the test. Gave solid advice on what to do and how to do it, super flexible with finding times to book, and overall just a really friendly guy. Probably one of the best guys to be and have as an instructor

Stephany Tamer 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Would absolutely recommend Malcolm. I’m transferring my license from overseas. I had failed my first attempt with a different school but i really noticed the difference with Malcolm. He’s very calm, helpful, supportive and friendly. I’m very glad i chose license 2 drive and very happy i got to train with Malcolm !

Sara Abbu 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: 100% would recommend Malcolm from Licence 2 Drive! With his guidance I was able to pass and convert my overseas licence with just 1 try. He is very patient, knowledgable, and accommodating to whatever you may need or question you may have. I had felt comfortable and safe, and had genuinely enjoyed learning and developing new habits on driving and road safety from Malcolm.

Sarah P 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Really enjoyed learning to drive with David. He took me from being a complete beginner to being confident on NSW roles. Lovely, knowledgeable and patient teacher. Thank you!

Fiona Bates 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Seamlessly easy and professional service from our first L-Plater lesson to our P-Plater test. Thanks David for the support and encouragement. Will be back for the next L-Plater soon!!’

Millena Lioi 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I took classes with instructor David and passed my driving test! I'm very happy, because I had failed twice before taking the class with him. I highly recommend it!

William MacGregor 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I had lessons with David, he taught me everything I needed to know to be well equipped to smash my driving test! Thank you very much David!! - would highly recommend his driving knowledge and teaching techniques. 10/10!

Laa Bogoni 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I am very grateful for the classes David gave me. He helped me a lot to pass! I highly recommend it!

Christian Abbu 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Thanks Malcolm for the personalised service! Always very patient and a great teacher. Also very accomodating and going out of his way to help, even on a weekend.

Dylan Callinan 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Licence 2 Drive helped me earn my licence and improve upon my driving skills immensely. David was extremely patient with me and often took time to explain things so that I fully understood the reasoning behind what I was learning.I highly recommend them as a school if you want to earn your licence or improve upon your current driving skill set.

Rhiannon Nevin-Dolan 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: A massive thank you to Ian for his support and skill throughout teaching me to drive a manual car and gain my Provisional licence as a mature learner driver. He was a patient whilst ensuring we were progressing and provided warm, encouraging feedback. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Licence 2 Drive for their flexibility, availability and personable approach to learning to drive.

maurizio 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I want to say thank you to David! I passed first try in Brookvale just after a few lessons. Very good instructor! Highly Recommend!

Benji Leresche 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Very happy with Ian, he has taught me throughout my ls journey, allowing me to pass first time in manual aswell.

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Tegan Mullis 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I was very nervous about getting my license and put it off for years, but Malcolm really helped build my confidence up to drive, and passed my test with flying colours. I’m very grateful with the lessons I had with him, he taught me a lot, and I’m very excited to start driving by myself.

Lucinda Judd 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Under the guidance of Ian and the team at Licence 2 Drive, what might have been a nerve-wracking milestone—learning to drive—became an impressively stress-free and achievable journey. Ian's commitment and expertise transformed the process into a smooth and enjoyable experience. Kudos to Licence 2 Drive for creating an environment that fosters confidence and success in learning to drive. Highly recommended!

Khan Tayyab 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I am beyond grateful for the time I spent with Malcom. Not only did he teach me the necessary skills to pass my driving test with flying colors, but he also instilled in me a sense of responsibility and caution behind the wheel. Malcom's years of experience shine through in his teaching style, and I felt confident in his ability to guide me every step of the way. Malcom went above and beyond in his role as my instructor. He was patient and understanding, always taking the time to answer my questions and address any concerns I had. His approachability and friendly demeanor made our lessons enjoyable and allowed me to fully immerse myself in my learning experience. I would highly recommend Malcom to anyone seeking driving lessons. His passion for driving and commitment to safe practices is evident in everything he does. He is an exceptional instructor who makes learning to drive not only efficient and effective but also enjoyable. I cannot thank him enough for everything he has done for me. Thank you, Malcom, for being the best driving instructor and for giving me the skills and confidence I need to be a safe driver.

Kateryna Shulha 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve had an amazing time having been instructed to drive my manual car with Ian Milner. Unsurprisingly, I passed on my first attempt. I will look fondly back to our lessons. Thanks, Ian

Natalia Flaibam-Betts 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Dave is a lifesaver!!!! I needed to transfer my overseas licence but I was very nervous about the rules here. I took 5 lessons with Dave and passed my test! Dave is super friendly and also very knowledgeable and calm. I told him all my weaknesses and concerns and together we worked on it. After I passed my test on the first attempt he said I did all the hard work, but honestly, I could not have done it without him! Thanks so much Dave

Joshua Clark 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Vince was an amazing instructor - his education and patience allowed me to gain the skills needed to pass on the first go - and he was super flexible/a great guy to chat with over our lessons. Very glad I found North Shore Driving School!

Scarlett 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: David has been teaching me to drive and is absolutely fantastic. He is supportive, kind, encouraging, patient and incredibly knowledgeable. With his help I passed my P’s test and am now a confident driver. Thank you so much for for all of your help. Couldn’t recommend highly enough!!

Edward O'connor 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I had the pleasure of learning to drive in the northern beaches with David who was calm and professional, and I passed first time! Would fully recommend for any learner drivers out there.

Madison Chambers-McLean 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I definitely would recommend David to anyone who is needing and looking for an instructor. Thanks to David I passed my Ps test first go!! His lessons leaving me feeling confident on the road. very helpful and patient, highly recommend!

Jerald Madrigal 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I am so nervous when I am about to take the driving test and even during the test itself. But all thanks to Malcolm for teaching me everything I need to know and what do I need to improve my driving. He is very straightforward when giving instructions. Also, I would like to emphasize how he encouraged me before taking the test. I highly recommend Malcolm for helping me passed the test.

diego alejandro ortiz quintero 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I had some lessons with David who was patient and showed me all I needed to convert my overseas license to a full Australian one passed first time would recommend

Leisha rose 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I really recommend this driving school to learn the best skills and tips for any upcoming driving test. My instructor was David Duke Smith and he was very welcoming and helpful as to showing me how to boost my knowledge. I just luckily passed today and got my Ps with a perfect score!!! Thank you License 2 Drive and David for the amazing help!

soren sharma 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Highly Impressed with Instructor David's Expertise and Efficiency I recently had the pleasure of learning to drive with Instructor David, and I cannot express how impressed I am with his exceptional teaching skills and efficiency. Thanks to his guidance, I was able to clear my driving test in just two lessons, a feat I never thought possible. From the outset, David exuded a sense of calm and patience, which instantly put me at ease. He tailored the lessons to my specific needs and ensured that I understood each aspect of driving thoroughly. His explanations were clear, concise, and filled with practical insights that made the learning process enjoyable and easy to grasp. What sets Instructor David apart is his profound knowledge of the road rules and driving techniques. He not only taught me the basics but also went above and beyond to instill low risk driving habits that will undoubtedly serve me well throughout my driving test journey. Furthermore, I appreciated how he created a comfortable and supportive environment in the car. Despite my initial apprehensions, his friendly demeanor and positive attitude boosted my confidence and made me feel more comfortable behind the wheel. David's time management skills were impeccable. With just two lessons, he covered all the essential aspects of driving and ensured I was fully prepared for the test. His ability to deliver such comprehensive instruction in a short span of time is truly commendable. Thanks to David's guidance and encouragement, I approached the driving test with confidence. His expert tips and tricks proved invaluable during the examination, and I was able to perform exceptionally well, leading to a successful outcome. In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend David and Licence 2 Drive to anyone seeking a highly skilled and efficient driving instructor.

Noelia 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Couldn’t been happier with passing a manual test on the first attempt. Definitely have to thank Ian, who was such a great professional in all ways. Ian not only showed me best practices on driving but also how to build confidence and be prepared for all the different scenarios that will come out when driving in real life (too many people with nonsense currently hold a driver’s license). Plus his chatty and funny attitude were a great combo for becoming a good driver. Also wanted to highlight the great online platform they have to book your classes, after doing a lot of research, they are, by far, the best ones on the northern beaches. Things like this will be very helpful when trying to organize driving lessons around personal busy schedules.

ecctta 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: David was an excellent driving instructor; patient, friendly and skilled. Thanks for helping me learn + pass my drivers test with a perfect score!

Samantha Zackey 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: David was an extremely helpful instructor who gave my daughter such confidence ensuring she got her Ps first time with nearly zero mistakes.

Jack 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Ian's manual lessons are brilliant! Can't recommend enough, was able to pass my manual test first try, not to mention it's a great opportunity to drive an i30N

Ana Cristina Chica Ramírez 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: David was amazing! Very patient, friendly and made me feel comfortable since day one. Also helped me passing my test first go! Thanks a lot David, will definitely recommend.

Alex Calleja123 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Malcolm was a fantastic instructor. He was patient and calm and he knew exactly what I needed to do to pass my test the first time. He was available when I needed him and if he wasn’t he spent the time to find a suitable time that suited us both. Thanks Malcolm for helping me get my P’s.

Matías 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: David is a solid instructor, professional, attentive, polite. Will always give high quality feedback and get you on track in no time!

Hora Hedayati 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Malcom is an amazing instructor! He is highly skilled at equipping you with driving dos and don’ts and generously shares the tips of an experienced driver. Malcom is very patient and calm and builds your confidence to be on roads. Thank you Malcom for the incredible sessions and the great result! Highly recommended! Thank you License2Drive for the easy to use platform for booking and the great instructor!

Rachel M 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: David is an amazing instructor, super patient. He helped me get my license, he is a wonderful teacher! would recommend.

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Jerome de Guzman 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Highly recommended driving school for beginners and overseas licensed driver like me. Big thanks to David and Malcolm for guiding me all throughout my learning experience and getting my P's. They even adjusted their time just to accommodate my request. Thank you so much David and Malcolm!!! CHEERS!

Albert Bodiongan 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Malcolm from Licence 2 Drive is exceptionally an amazing instructor. Very calm and relaxed then will teach you all the correct procedures. After only 2 lessons, I was extremely happy that I passed on my first go and get my full license. Thank you so much Malcolm. Highly recommended!!!

Heidi Heming 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: My experience with David as a driving instuctor was extremely helpful - he talked me through parking, lane-changing and other driving feats calmly and in a way any new L-driver could understand. Licence2Drive appears to be a vibrantly experienced and well-equipped business for budding drivers and I highly recommend purchasing the classes they offer - your money will not be wasted! - Perri

Michelle Emanuel 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: My son had Malcom as his instructor for many lessons ! He found him to be very personable, helpful, insightful,informative and made his experience that would normally have been overwhelming a little easier ! Malcom had such confidence in his ability to pass his test first time and encouraged him to just be himself. It was such an easy transition every time we had a lesson and even used Malcom’s car ! We had a very happy boy on 1st November as he passed and we haven’t seen him since!

jessica spagnoletti 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had the privilege of having David as my driving instructor. He made me feel comfortable and at ease right from the beginning. He has exceptional knowledge and gave me lots of tips which helped me immensely. I had three lessons with David and I passed my test first go! I couldn’t have done it without his help and I am so thankful for him! Thank you so much David!!

Jai Sanderson 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely sensational experience for my daughter who passed her test today, first attempt with a 99.2% result. Her teacher Dave was there every step of the way, even taking her stressed out call the night before when she lost her L Plate license and calming her down and instilling confidence.

Sira 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: David is an exceptional teacher. Easy to talk to and showed all the tips required the pass the driving test. Thank you again David. Couldn't have done it without your guidance. Cheers, Sira

Rosario Rutilo 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I have never driven before and was afraid of doing so. David was so patient and encouraging. I can't thank him enough for motivating me to keep going and helping me to get my P! I can't believe it. Super recommended!!

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M Mansouri 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: My son past his test in his first attempt. He had David as his instructor. He was very helpful and patient and gave my son very useful advice. Highly recommended!

Samorn Cornick 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Personally, I studied with Mr.David , I liked his way of teaching driving a car because it didn't make it clear when he taught. He made me very happy to study and he helped me to pass the exam since I have a Thai driver's license and he helped me to get an Australian driver's license already.Thanks you very much David❤️❤️❤️Samorn

vidushi pokhriyal 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: David is the best driving instructor. He is very calm, extremely polite and an amazing teacher. He always had my back whenever I felt less confident with driving. You can’t fail when David is your teacher. Thank you David, you are a godsend !! I couldn’t have passed my test without your help and guidance . You are the best!!

Grace Gibbons 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Licence2Drive/ Malcolm is very very good and very helpful. He is amazingly patient with my driving, very calm. He would teach you all useful techniques, skills (on the road) you need. Can't recommend him enough . I passed a test and got a full licence because of him today. Amazing instructor, thank you very much Malcolm. You are a incredible instructor.

Erin C 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Licence 2 Drive. I had my lessons with Malcolm, who was very patient, supportive and kind. Malcolm was always calm and his professional manner and sense of humour helped me to feel more at ease and confident on the road. He was also very flexible with our lesson times and would work around my busy schedule. Many thanks Malcolm and Licence 2 Drive!

Mei Yin Goh 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I passed my driving test today! Big thanks to David, he was patience, very professional, and clear explanation on everything that needed attention, I hold an overseas license and has been driven for 20 over years, never had an accident, but I lost all my confidence after 2 attempts due to nervousness. Thankfully, David’s calmness and positive advice have helped bringing my confidence back, I can’t thank him enough.

Sunela Pathirana 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had the most wonderful experience with this driving school. I needed to convert my international licence to an Australian. David was amazing to work with. He was kind, patient and knowledgeable. As he would say, he helped me dot the i’s and cross the t’s. Due to his hard work and assistance I was able to pass my driving test on the first attempt. Thank you again!

iCobo25 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Cant recommend enough this Driving School. Had the pleasure to have Ian as my instructor for the past year. A guy with a lot of experience and a great attitude. This is you must go driving school.

Lara McDonald 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: David was amazing. Taught me all the fundamentals of driving. I felt super confident going into my test and passed first try! Definently recommend this driving school.

Ale Huertas 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: David is the best!!! I had only one lesson with him to be able to pass the test. Highly extremely recommended.

Leo Paolo Villalobos 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I would give this driving school 10/5 stars if I could. Thank you very much to David and team for looking after me while I was converting my overseas license to full Australian license with just 1 week of preparation. Passed my driving test in one go! David was a brilliant instructor. Very calm, patient, and gave me pointers for improvement especially that I already have habits from driving overseas. I could’ve not done it without his help. Very highly recommended!

Christine Turner 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I would definitely definitely recommend Malcolm (license 2 drive) He was very encouraging and extremely supportive and very patient.. He is always very calm in every situation.. I cannot recommend him highly enough if you’re looking for a instructor for your child .. thanks Malcolm we couldn’t have done it without you !! 5 stars

rita wu 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I have passed my driving test today after having 4 lessons with David from this school! I haven’t been driving for few months and was very nervous during the first lesson. David was very patient to all my questions and explained everything carefully. He is skilful and very professional to his work. Thanks you David! The license makes my life much easier! Highly recommend!

Candela Schmidt 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I can’t recommend enough David from License2drive! I passed my exam in the first attempt⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ He was patient, skillful and explained me everything very calmly every time I needed his help! I’m from overseas and needed to validate my license, I made around 4 classes with him and I was then confident enough to do my test. He supported me when I was confused and gave me the skills I required to be calm and confident the day of my exam. Thanks to his explanations and excellent teaching skills I got my full license now! Thanks so much David! I highly recommend this school and instructor.

Kristeen Villarosa 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had the best day today passing my D test! Thankful for Malcolm one of the best Instructor in Licence 2 Drive. Very optimistic, informative, patient, and nice.. Highly recommended

fe anne law 2 years ago

Negative experience: Please do not make the mistake that I did which is trusting the good reviews of this school. I have had the unfortunate mistake of having lessons from, in my opinion, the worse driving instructors of their school namely Gary and David. I found them both to have bad tempers, be extremely impatient and I believe unprofessional and unsuited to their job. They both knew that I have just arrived here in Sydney and even though I hold a license, I haven’t driven for a very, very long time and that I am an anxious driver. My experience with David was the most distressing. He was aware that I hadn’t driven in a very ,very long time, even though I had a license. He also knew that I was quite nervous. However, instead of boosting my confidence, he chose to belittle and insult me during the lesson. David was okay on the first lesson. He asked me to start earlier, which I was happy to do. However, it was during my second lesson that I found him bad tempered and nagging. There was also an uncomfortable conversation with him being upset about me also having a lesson with Gary. I believe I have the right to choose my instructor without explanation nor hear any comments from another instructor. I explained that I wanted to give Gary a second chance, even though I did not appreciate even discussing this matter with him as it is none of David's business. During the lesson, instead of helping me boost up my confidence, he instead kept scolding me, insulting me and making me feel diminished as a person. I found David’s attitude during the lesson to be very unprofessional. Especially his comments such as “How did you even get a license in the first place?” He also told me that he didn’t feel safe with me driving, which of course undermined my confidence even further. His comments were surprising since he was fully aware that I am new to Australia and I was having lessons so I wouldn’t be a danger to myself or to the public. As a professional driving instructor, I was expecting that David had encountered all kinds of students, of varying levels of driving competence and ability. I expected that he had enough experience to have refrained from making sarcastic comments to undermine his student’s confidence. I have now left this driving school traumatized and have had to have counselling to help me deal with this experience. When I informed Ian, the owner of the school, about my bad experience, he sided with the instructor and insulted me without even fully knowing my side of the story. To conclude, if I could give zero star, then I would. I WOULD NEVER RECOMMEND THIS SCHOOL AT ALL TO ANYONE.

Licence 2 Drive - Northern Beaches and North Shore Driving School
Licence 2 Drive - Northern Beaches and North Shore Driving School

Hi Fe Anne law Thank you for your review. While we are disappointed that you feel this way, I am also confident that my instructors are professional, friendly and honest and strive to provide the highest standards of teaching. Unfortunately, we cannot please everyone and from the beginning it was obvious that we wouldn’t please you. After being in business for nearly 15 years, We have never met anyone with such an entitled attitude and I was not prepared for you to speak to my instructors the way you did, even swearing at one of them on the final lesson. You demanded that we have to earn your respect, but respect works both ways and that is why we refunded your money, not because we had done anything wrong but because my instructors refused to continue to teach you due to your attitude towards them. I have never had an instructor refuse to teach someone and in your case I had 2 instructors as an employer this speaks volumes. It is clear to me, after glancing at your Google profile you appear to be a serial complainer. Each business/shop/or company you review, 99% of the time they only receive a 1* review. Either there is a lot of failing businesses out there, or you are just extremely difficult to please. My business has had over 350+ 5* reviews, so I think I will let that do the talking rather than respond any further to your misplaced review. We wish you all the best with your new Driving School, but more importantly we wish the new driving school all the luck in the world. Licence2drive

Maddie Dreves 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had David prepare me for my driving test and he was all round amazing. Very calm and friendly method of teaching which I found was necessary. His method of teaching was fantastic and was very pleased to have him teach me to drive.

Ree Na Cheah 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: David was a really great instructor who helped me a lot with improving my driving and parking skills! I started as a really nervous driver but was able to boost my confidence with David’s help. It’s been great learning from him and I highly recommend him as an instructor!

Brandon Wu 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Highly Recommend L2D! I had Gary as my driving instructor and had a fantastic learning experience and has been very patient through out the course. Thank you so much and I’d pass first go!

Aleesha Dibbs 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Malcom was an incredible teacher! Very patient and calm, I now have my license finally after 35 years and can feel safe behind the wheel and on the road with my new skills!

Eloise Sedger 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Just passed my P's today thanks to the generous help of Gary and Malcolm. They were welcoming, kind, professional and extremely helpful at helping me improve my safe driving skills. Thanks to them I feel much more confident and at ease on the road. They were both really easy to get along with and clearly had a lot of experience. Highly recommend. Eloise

Georgie 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Fantastic instructors who were professional, calm, personable, and kind. My daughter passed her Ps test today. A big thanks to Gary and Malcolm for that. Would highly recommend and will be booking again when my next daughter is ready for Ls lessons!

sarai loaiza 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Had a driving practice with Malcom, he was very patient, calm, friendly and gave me lots of tips to improve my driving. I learned a lot in just a couple of hours. I definitely recommend this place!!

Dani Sanchez 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had 10 classes with David and it made all the difference. Incredibly nice guy, with amazing advice and experience to make the service all the better. Highly recommend, he helped me immensely pass my P’s test first try :)

Enrika vyt 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Malcom been a great instructor, he's taught me really well and has boosted my confidence on the road. He's patient and calm and coaches you to be a safer driver without feeling overwhelming anxious or stressed. Passed my driving test with a 100% score. I would highly recommend “licence 2 drive ” to anyone wanting pass the driving test on the first go :)!!!

merol mae adian 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I was a very nervous driver, but Gary definitely boosted my confidence. I’ve just had 4 months of lessons with him and I have passed my Ps the first go. I don’t even have any family around to practice with. Gary is very professional, patient, and kind. He always told me to breathe and take my time. We practiced around the test routes til I got more confident with it. I highly highly recommend License2Drive. Worth your money and you’ll never be disappointed. 10/5 stars!

Rawmes Baniya 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I learned how to drive almost from scratch and passed 1st go. David and Malcolm you guys are amazing . Thank you so much for helping me . I really appreciate your hard work . If anyone wants to pass your driving test , i would highly recommend this driving school.

Erika P 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Such good value! Passed my Ps the first time. Gary helped me from being scared of driving to absolutely loving it. These driving lessons allowed me to build confidence on the roads while staying safe.

Stella Arzoumanian 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Best driving instructors ever. Passed my driving test with a 95+% score. David helped correct all the mistakes before my test. Felt very comfortable going to do my test after the lessons. If you want to pass your Ps test. License 2 drive is the place to go.

madeleine maher 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: David is a fantastic instructor. He gave our son lessons and was just perfect for teaching a teenage boy. They had a great rapport. Highly recommend this school and David. Many thanks.

Alan Dennis 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Fantastic instructor, very patient and makes the lessons relaxed and fun. Passed first time with Ian in manual. Would highly recommend. Will actually miss our weekly lessons.

Penelope Blunsden 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Malcom was great instructor from beginning to end! Very professional, patient, gives clear advice and explains everything from how to park all through to preparation for the driving test routes. I was able to pass my Ps test the first time as I felt confident in my abilities thanks to the driving lessons. Highly reccomend this driving school!

sammi sterrantino 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had Gary as my instructor for a year and he is excellent!! definitely recommend to ask for him if you’re booking for lessons. I passed my P’s test first try today all thanks to him! He is professional, kind and great at his job. My older brother also got his ps a few years ago thanks to him. Thank you Gary and Licence 2 Drive!!

camila galizzi 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend this school!!! I had my lessons with Malcolm. He’s super professional and kind. I was terrified of driving at the beginning, but he was always very patient and gave me the tools and tips I needed to drive confident. I even ended up passing 1st go! I’ll be forever grateful!! Also, they have a variety of packs that adjust to your needs Thanks Malcolm and licence2drive!!!

Neil Rose Niere 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Gary is the best mentor anyone can ask for! The lessons are worth the value for money. Since I got my P, I have never felt so liberated and free. I will forever be grateful to the lessons and as what Gary always say, “It is important to be a safe driver.” -Regine

Manatsanan Ruangyawatchananon 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had to transfer my overseas license , I Failed the test 2 times with another school and I took 3 hours of practice with David and I passed first try! David is a really good teacher, So calm, patient and kind. I wouldn’t have done without his help. If you looking for instructor to help you to get driver license. I would highly recommend him. Thank you so much David

Sarah Nesci 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: David is an amazing instructor. Giving so much guidance and encouragement from being to end! Highly recommend

Ross McIntyre 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: These guys were recommended through a work friend and they are fantastic. Gary is an incredibly patient and friendly tutor and I always felt at ease when driving. Passed first time and would definitely recommend anyone to give them a go

Julietta 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Gary was THE BEST! I am a quite self-disciplined person and I like to do things the right way, and Gary definitely taught me everything and more that I need to know for the test. I also really enjoyed our drives, we talk and have been to some amazing places. He always challenged me with something like driving in the rain towards the city or some very narrow streets up the mountain, which made me very confident in my driving. He always believed in me and my skills behind the wheel, even when I was doubting myself. He kept coming with different places that we could drive to, different neighbourhoods and styles of roads. And I can honestly and openly say that I love driving now and I think that’s because I learnt the right way, with the right rules and definitely with the right person. 5 stars from me! Thank you, guys!! Thank you so much, Gary!! I’ll see you on the roads beep beep

Charlie Rodriguez 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Good value for your money ! They have the best driving instructors in the Northern Beaches espacially David. He is very patient in teaching and with lot of tips to give to pass your exam. He goes beyond his commitment in helping you out. His strategies are proven to work. I highly recommend him to be your next ticket in getting your driving license. What are you waiting for beautiful people ... Book now!

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