Original Driving School
Information about Original Driving School
2035, Maroubra
Opening hours
- sunday: 7h-15:30
- monday: (closed)
- tuesday: (closed)
- wednesday: (closed)
- thursday: (closed)
- friday: 10:15-16h
- saturday: 7h-15:30
Our comment from DrivingSchools.Directory about Original Driving School:
Original Driving School is renowned for providing exceptional driving instruction in Australia, particularly through the expertise of Chandra, a highly dedicated and skilled instructor. Many students commend him for his patience, calm demeanor, and ability to make the learning process not only effective but also enjoyable.
Key highlights from student testimonials include:
- Tailored Lessons: Chandra adapts his teaching style to meet individual learning needs, ensuring a personalized experience for each student.
- Confidence Building: Numerous learners express how Chandra's supportive approach helped them overcome their fears and anxieties about driving.
- High Pass Rates: Many students successfully pass their driving tests on the first attempt, thanks to the thorough preparation and guidance from Chandra.
- Friendly Environment: His friendly nature makes lessons enjoyable and fosters a comfortable learning atmosphere.
- Practical Tips: Chandra shares valuable insights not only about driving but also about navigating local traffic, making each lesson informative.
While some students mentioned needing to book lessons in advance due to popularity, the overwhelming consensus is that the experience is worth the wait. For anyone looking to learn to drive or enhance their driving skills in a stress-free environment, Original Driving School is highly recommended.
Original Driving School: Reviews
Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend Chan highly enough! After years learning from numerous other instructors (who weren't right for me), I knew I'd struck gold when I met Chandra. He is patient, professional, and incredibly skilled at making the driving experience comfortable and stress-free. His clear communication and ability to adapt to my individual learning needs made every lesson productive and enjoyable. What sets Chan apart is his calm and kind demeanour, even in challenging situations. He provided clear instructions and valuable, honest feedback, ensuring I gained confidence behind the wheel. I passed my test with confidence on the first go thanks to his exceptional guidance! I've also recommended him to two of my friends who also passed their tests :-) Melinda
Fantastic experience: Chandra is an incredibly patient, kind and generous instructor. I booked 5 sessions with Chandra after a reccomendation of a friend who spoke highly of him. My aim was to build up my confidence and refine my driving to be ready for my test. Which I was, and I passed on my first attempt. Chandra calmly explains instructions, is super balanced but firm and not condescending at all (which was super important for me). Oh and his car is so smooth you feel like you are driving a cloud. I highly reccomend Chandra to help you on your driving journey. Oh and he will share all his hot tips on delicious eateries around Sydney! Thank you so much Chandra. Best instructor in the universe!
Fantastic experience: Chandra is the best instructor!! I passed my driving test on first go he's very calm, chill and patient. I'm glad I found Original Driving School. Thank you for all the road and life lessons I sure learn a lot from you. BEST Instructor in Sydney!!!
Fantastic experience: Chan is the most patient instructor I have ever met. He helped me to face my fear of driving, with simple instructions and honest feedback, always respectfully and in a positive way. I am so happy and grateful I passed my test in my first attempt and do recommend his services.
Fantastic experience: Chandra is a very skilled instructor. I highly recommend him. On top of that, he is really friendly and easy to talk to.
Fantastic experience: Chandra is a fantastic driving instructor who made learning to drive fun and stress-free. His expert guidance and patience helped me get my license with confidence. I attempted the test over ten years ago but failed twice, so I gave up. My friend recommended Chandra, and I am truly grateful that I had my driving lessons with him. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Chan the man! I had my first lesson with another instructor and his style was to perfect everything before getting on the road but that’s not the best way to learn! Chan is friendly and fills you with confidence and encourages you to push your boundaries. I was able to pass on just 17 hours of lessons with no prior experience, couldn’t recommend him enough!
Fantastic experience: My friend Ellie, who got her driving license with Chandra, suggested I work with him. We did max 10 lessons together, and on my second trial, I passed the test in Bondi Junction. He is super calm and makes you feel calmer while driving. He’s a wonderful communicator. His reactions are also calm if you do something weird while driving, and I think this is very important. Highly recommend working with Chandra!
Fantastic experience: Chandra was an amazing teacher. He is very calm and collected and made me feel confident to be able to pass my driving test with ease only after 5 lessons. If you are looking for a professional yet friendly instructor, he is definitely one of the best in Sydney.
Fantastic experience: I had an exceptional experience with Chandra, who played a crucial role in helping me pass my driving test. His charming personality and easy-to-talk demeanor made each lesson enjoyable and stress-free. He emphasized the importance of a right positive mindset, which not only boosted my confidence but also improved my driving skills significantly. His patient and encouraging approach turned a daunting process into a rewarding journey. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to learn driving effectively and with ease.
Fantastic experience: Chandra is a top driving instructor. He’s truthful and real, giving honest suggestion on areas for improvement. He makes you feel safe and engages with many fun warm conversations. I’m truely grateful for his help in the big achievement of my red Ps.
Fantastic experience: Thank you Chandra for helping me get a full license!!! Very helpful and nice instructor.
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Chandra! He is an excellent instructor. He is professional, calm, has amazing personality and very approachable. He went above and beyond to guide me pass my license. Thank you so much Chandra
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Chandra for any type of driver. Either if you’re starting or you need to convert your overseas license. I needed some classes to move from my intl. to the aus license and Chandra knew exactly what to tell me and pointed out a few things for me to take into account during the exam. I passed my test on the first go!
Fantastic experience: Passed my test today after only a handful of lessons with Chandra. An absolute gentleman with a natural talent for teaching. Can’t recommend him highly enough.
Fantastic experience: Chandra is great, he is so incredibly patient and very kind. He is very knowledgeable with road safety and gives great advice on how to safely start driving.
Fantastic experience: Look no further then Original Driving School! Chandra is the best! He’s an excellent driving instructor, guiding me to passing my Ps test on the first go and with a perfect score! But his real strength is in his personable and friendly demeanour. He knows how to convey mistakes in a teachable way without being harsh like other instructors, this gracefully instills confidence in his students! Chan’s lessons are always fun, his teaching style shines when he gets you driving in different areas without it feeling like a chore and at the same time he conveys little nuggets of information through stories that really help you learn. If you’re young or old, new to driving or a seasoned veteran from overseas trying to get your Australian license, give Chandra a go, you won’t be disappointed it!
Fantastic experience: Huge thanks to Chandra! With his patience and clear explanations made the entire learning process smooth and enjoyable. He boosted my confidence and courage for the test, and I passed it on my first try. If you want a patient and knowledgeable teacher, Chandra is the one. Super grateful for the awesome learning journey!
Fantastic experience: Chandra is a really nice person and an excellent driving teacher. Apart from being very patient and professional he’s really friendly and calm, which makes you feel comfortable right away. I hadn't driven in years since my license is from another country, but Chandra made it fun and easy to learn again which ultimately helped me pass the test. He went above and beyond I'm so thankful for his help. I strongly recommend him to anyone who needs a great driving instructor.
Fantastic experience: Chandra is a fantastic instructor!! Very patient, informative and friendly. My siblings and I passed first go, all having Chandra instruct us! Would highly recommend:)
Fantastic experience: Chandra is the absolute best!! I put off doing my driving for so long and I built up so much doubt over it all, but once I met Chandra he made me feel comfortable and at ease - 2 months later and I have my licence! I honestly could not recommend this man highly enough, he’s a calming influence especially for drivers with anxieties and always encourages you to be yourself!
Fantastic experience: Thanks to Chandra I passed my driving test first go. He is a great driving instructor, very patient and calm. He points out the things you do right, as well as the things you need to work on more. I would definitely recommend his driving school to anyone who needs to take a driving test.
Fantastic experience: Chandra is a fantastic human being and driving instructor. He is calm natured and always has a smile on his face. I came to Chandra having had a terrible experience 10 years prior in the UK. At first it felt like I would never get my license, yet after the first lesson with Chandra he had confidence in me that we would get my license. He is a fantastic teacher who simplifies information and makes it easy for you to understand- he doesn’t overcomplicate things. He also easily picks up on what you need to improve on and caters the lessons to your needs. I’m sooo happy that I got my license first time at Botany yesterday. I couldn’t have done this without you Chandra. I will miss our driving’s lessons. Thank you once again Chandra
Fantastic experience: Chandra has honest to god changed my life! Before meeting him, getting my license felt like a pipe dream. I was so anxious I gave up on driving all together for a few years, despite having other instructors. Chan's easy-going nature and supportive attitude created the sense of safety I needed to overcome my fear of driving. Surely enough, after a handful of sessions I passed my test! I am forever grateful for his help on this journey. He goes above and beyond for his students and truly excels at what he does! Thank you Chandra!
Fantastic experience: Chandra is the best driving instructor!! Thank you for the kindness, fun and support through all the lessons. Your calmness and patience gave me the confidence that I needed to start driving again. Highly recommended!!! All the best for your future Chandra :)
Fantastic experience: Chandra is great. He is very patient, calm and caring. It took me a long time to understand the mechanism of driving. But after 4th attempt, I finally passed my trial and now have a p license. And this is all because of Chandra. Thank you very much Chandra. Cheers!!!!
Fantastic experience: Got me passing my P's super easy and super helpful 10/10 would reccommend
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend this driving school to every person out there who is willing to obtain their license. Chandra is very professional and friendly with his teaching and still knows how to make the driving experience stress free. He's a very honest and down to earth guy who just wants you to be safe when driving on the road.
Fantastic experience: Chandra is an amazing instructor! I have been trying on and off to get my licence for many years and it was only after doing lessons with Chan that I built up the skills and confidence to pass. Chan is very calm, friendly and encouraging. He made me feel very at ease, while also giving me all the tips and honest feedback I needed. I highly recommend him to everyone.
Fantastic experience: Chan was amazing, after I’ve spent ten years of putting off getting my licence, he gave me the confidence from day one I could make it happen, super calm and reassuring manner, his positive attitude transformed me from terrified to confident in only a few lessons. Keen to pass quickly he designed an intensive lesson plan to get me there and I passed yesterday highly recommend
Fantastic experience: Got my red P in first go with Chandra Jong!! His driving techniques has made today possible. He is very attentive, patient and good listener. Glad that I chose him as my driving instructor. Very knowledgeable about cars too! All the best.
Fantastic experience: Chandra is THE BEST!! Upon meeting Chandra for my very first lesson, I immediately felt at ease and in good care. Chandra is pure in his approach, extremely kind and thoughtful and exceptionally down to earth. He is one of the best driving instructors I have ever met, and I am enormously grateful for the time spent in his company learning how to drive. Throughout my lessons and on the day of my driving test, Chanda gave me the courage to believe in myself and my driving capabilities, and always shared a laugh and guided me with his honest and practical approach to driving. I will be forever grateful to have met Chandra and have the BEST DRIVING INSTRUCTOR IN ALL OF NSW!!
Fantastic experience: Best experience ever! Chan was super friendly and very helpful to someone who is looking to learn how to drive. Would highly recommend!!
Fantastic experience: Chandra is a fantastic driving instructor! Always friendly, calm, and patient which really helped calm my nerves whilst driving. Also very professional and accommodating, always fitting me in for a lesson despite being extremely busy. Definitely was the reason I passed my driving test! Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: he is the best to teach, patient , has all the tricks, it will help you a lot to understand and how to drive correctly And it even helps you correct your mistakes, focusing more on your weaknesses. Really recommend. Thank you for been patient , and help me through.
Fantastic experience: Chandra is an absolutely amazing driving instructor. He is super patient, who carefully teaches you all details you need to know. Most importantly, he has a great sense of humour that helps you feel less nervous on the road. Regardless of what driving level you are at, Chandra knows how to help you. Couldn’t be happier to have him as my instructor. Definitely recommend him to all drivers out there.
Fantastic experience: Passed on the first go thanks to Chandra! I had an overseas license that needed to be transferred to a NSW one. He's always kind, friendly, and honest. It's like driving with a mate who really wants you to pass. Highly recommend to first timers or experienced drivers who want tips on acing the test. Thanks Chan!
Fantastic experience: Chandra is Amazing! He is always so calm and reassuring, his lessons are truly holistic and help increase your confidence on the road. Chan, you are the biggest reason I passed today! So grateful for you. BOOK WITH THESE GUYS IF YOU WANT TO PASS!!
Fantastic experience: Thank you so much for everything, Chandra!! I passed this week and I highly recommend Chandra because he is always nice, patient and calm, and gives you really clear instruction so you won't be uncomfortable!! Follow his instruction and stay calm. Don't overthink and you'll do your best!! All the best to Chandra!!
Fantastic experience: A big thankyou to Chandra for helping me pass my driving test today. I only had two lessons (I should have done more) and he gave me so many tips in a short amount of time. Chandra has got great communication skills. There were even times we had a laugh just so I can feel comfortable and that really help me get over my nerves before my test. Chandra you are a deadset legend!
Fantastic experience: Chandra is amazing! He is very patient, kind, calm and fun. I really enjoyed my driving lessons with him. I was very nervous and had low confidence when I started with him but he always tried to make the lessons fun and encouraged me to stay calm. His advise and tips were really useful and helped me to pass the test. I’m also very grateful for accomodating me for lessons with short notice. I recommend Chandra to anyone who wants stress free and fun driving lessons.
Fantastic experience: Passed today at Bondi, first go thanks to Chandra, who was very friendly and provided me with information helping me to pass the test. He took me on the exact route I was tested on and I was basically almost fully prepared for the test . Thanks Chandra. I also got full marks on my test with my driving tester being actually curious to where I got lessons! Defo recommend!
Fantastic experience: Chandra is one of the the kindest person I’ve met , very helpful, calm and super friendly. He’s made my way for the driving license easier and smooth.
Fantastic experience: After experiencing few other instructors I finally reached to safe hands of Chan. Chan is the best driving instructor I ever seen. He always teach me how to crack the test and also how to drive safely and effectively on the road. He always taught me the new driving skills during my learning curve and also keep providing feedback and suggestions enabled me to get the driving licence in the first go. I highly recommend Chan to everyone looking forward to learn driving skills here in Sydney. Thanks Chan for all your help to get my licence in the first test itself..
Fantastic experience: Chandra was my instructor and he was the best instructor you could ask for. I had few lessons with Chan till i was ready for the test and i passed on the first try! The lessons was comfortable and comfortable was very helpful with all the tricks and driving around the test location
Fantastic experience: Chan is the best driving instructor one can ever ask for. I’ve cycled through a couple but stuck with Chan because I just knew it was hard to find someone more dedicated to the job. He is always early when picking me up from my place, never rushed to finish off a lesson and ended only when we’ve ticked all our boxes for the day. He’s honest at providing feedback and Chan puts in his whole heart when teaching— you’ll know what I mean when you take lessons with him The Best instructor anyone can ask for
Fantastic experience: Passed my driving test on the first go with flying colours - Antony is the best driving instructor there is! I was an absolute beginner when I started my lessons with Antony. He was incredibly helpful, thoughtful and patient with me every step of the way and taught me everything I needed to know to become a confident driver. He covered the merging, parallel parking and 3-point-turn manoeuvres in-depth and made sure we practiced all my driving weaknesses, which guaranteed me a pass. Thank you so much to Antony for all his time and knowledge!
Fantastic experience: The instructor Anthony is a very professional driving instructor, has a positive attitude, very patient and calm with my daughter through out all the sessions. He assisted her with hazard perception skills and draw her attention to specific visual cues & behaviours in traffic. I highly recommend Anthony as your teen’s driving instructor
Fantastic experience: Chandra is an amazing instructor, super supportive and has helped me over this past year to finally pass my driving test. Taught me a lot and helped me gain a lot of confidence as a driver. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a qualified driving instructor. Cheers Chandra
Fantastic experience: Chan was a very kind and patient instructor. I had been driving for a while (and been putting off doing the test for years) and he corrected many of my bad habits. He was very knowledgeable about the driving routes in the area. Always enjoyed having a lesson with him, I always felt very calm learning under his instruction. I passed the test on the first go! Would recommend Chan to anyone looking to learn how to drive.
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Anthony. I am not the most passionate nor talented driver, but he was there to guide me and grow my confidence into a safe driver and to eventually pass the driving test. I cannot thank him enough for his help, and most importantly, his patience and time.
Fantastic experience: Chandra was the best instructor ever! I felt calm and he helped me get my P1 all the way throughout my Occupational Therapist test. Plus he was an awesome guy to get along with :)
Fantastic experience: Chandra has taught me from my first drive through to passing today. I would highly recommend him as an instructor, including for late starters like myself. His calm and patient demeanour as well as his clear communication have been key to my increasing confidence and skill on the road.
Fantastic experience: Anthony was my instructor and he was brilliant. Because of COVID lockdowns it took me almost 2 years to get my test and pass but Anthony was patient, very experienced and very professional. He was very flexible with times and days and I would happily recommend him to anyone looking to learn and pass your test. Thanks Anthony!
Fantastic experience: I passed my driving test today and thanks to Chandra for being a great instructor. You help me to be calm while driving and some good tips to confidently drive by myself. Would highly recommend Chandra if you need a good instructor.
Fantastic experience: Anthony was my instructor and he is always patient when coaching on the road. When I made a wrong turn or entered the opposing lane during one of the lessons, he calmly took over the wheel and acknowledged the situation. This helps remind us to stay calm on the road always! Honest and open with our needs for lessons, he never pushes you unnecessarily too. I enjoyed my experience and passed the test smoothly last year. Highly recommended
Fantastic experience: Very Recommended. I was taught by Chandra, he was amazing tutor, especially this was my first time learn to drive in Sydney. He was very professional and thorough on how to pass your driving test.
Fantastic experience: Antony is an excellent driving instructor who have a great wealth of knowledge. He is able to articulate this to me in a concise manner and ensure I have a good understanding of the different road rules and signage. He shares with me various driving techniques and is a strong advocate of safe driving practices. I highly recommend his services to all potential learners. My partner and I are grateful to have met him and we both pass our exams on the first attempt.
Fantastic experience: Antony is such a great instructor! He guided me all throughout to be able to pass on a first go. Good communication and has given me helpful tips too. If you are looking for hassle-free driving lessons, reach out to Antony from Original Driving School. Booking is very easy and he is flexible with his schedule depending on your availability.
Fantastic experience: Finally got my P plates and my first car after one whole year!!! What a journey Thanks heaps to Antony for teaching me not only how to drive but more importantly how to drive safely 10/10 recommended
Fantastic experience: Chandra is the best. I went from being a nervous, late-starter to passing first time. I tried a couple of other instructors before and didn't feel comfortable, but Chandra is very knowledgeable and experienced, patient, calm and fun. I was referred by a friend and I'm so glad I found him. He has a range of learners from teens to people trying again after decades, and his teaching is very clear and helpful.
Fantastic experience: Very easy to recommend! Both Chandra and Anthony took great efforts to help me develop my skills for safe driving whether I had a test or not. They are very professional, courteous and punctual.
Fantastic experience: Very recommended
Fantastic experience: Had a successful driving test with Chandra. Only 3 lesson and i managed to pass my driving test. Highly recommended, he brings you around the possibly test routes, corrects your mistake, give tips on how to do it properly and easily. Highly recommended!! Can’t thank him enough
Fantastic experience: Chan was my driving instructor for a year and he was amazing. He was very friendly and very calm during the lessons. He taught me how to parallel park perfectly. I also passed my P's the first go with flying colours. I highly recommend original driving school
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Chandra Jong, thank you for helping me on overcoming my fear of driving, really friendly and patient helped me with what was needed to pass my test first go. Thank you Chandra so much
Fantastic experience: Booked Anthony for driving lesson and I highly recommend him. He's very patient and help me a lot to become a confident and safe driver. And I passed my exam in first go with his help.
Fantastic experience: Chandra is the best! Our lessons were an absolute pleasure and I always looked forward to them. I was really nervous with my first driving lesson but Chandra me feel relaxed. Chandra is also a professional and teaches in a way that is very easy to understand and builds up your confidence. I’m very grateful to chandra as I got my license much earlier than I expected and I’m able to enjoy australia even more!
Fantastic experience: Thank you Chandra! You are not only very professional and patient but also reassuring and Calming. I couldn't be happier today. I have passed thanks to you and all your tips and advice. Always accommodating and supportive. Forever grateful. If you are like me and fear the test more than driving, please give Original a call. They will get you there! I put off this test for a long time and I couldn't done it with out Chan. Thanks a million!! Maria
Fantastic experience: After being petrified of driving for 32 years I finally signed up to take lessons with Chan, from day 1 he made me relax behind the wheel and some how anticipated when I was started to get nervous before I said anything! He has an uncanny ability in turning my biggest fear into something enjoyable and I would actually look forward to my lessons with him! I will be eternally grateful to Chan for teaching me in such a patient, fun and understanding way! I would highly recommend Chan to anyone who wants to learn to drive especially if you have a slight (or massive) fear of it as he will put you at ease straight away and you will end up enjoying it! I honestly didn't think I would ever learn how to drive until I met Chan! Thank you again
Fantastic experience: Would absolutely recommend! Passed my test first go. Chandra is a great instructor who stuck it through all my years of stopping and starting lessons. Best points: Lessons are tailored to your expertise, constructive with useful feedback, and friendly too.
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Chandra, a very friendly and calm instructor. Broke down parallel parking very easily for me.
Fantastic experience: Today I passed my driving test. I had Chandra as my driving instructor and I definitely recommend him as an amazing instructor. Chandra really helped improve my driving skills as well as boost my confidence with driving. Thanks to Chandra I no longer feel anxious driving and in the time I used his services my driving has improved greatly.
Fantastic experience: I had a great experience learning to drive with Chandra. He is very patient, on time, kind, and very profesional. He teach me well and good communication skill as well. If you're looking the best driving instructor in Sydney, he is the best! :)
Fantastic experience: Chandra is an amazing teacher. I would highly recommend him to anyone to gain confidence on the road and get license first go. Chandra is very calm, patient and provide clear guidance to where I can improve. I was able to get my license such a short period of time. I couldn’t have done it without his help and wealth of knowledge. Thanks again Chandra
Fantastic experience: Professional service
Fantastic experience: Learning with Chandra was great! He explained exactly what I needed to do and how in the simplest way to understand. Thank you Chandra for helping me get my P.
Fantastic experience: I had a great experience learning to drive with Chandra Jong. He’s a top guy who is very patient and an excellent communicator. Very happy to recommend!! Thanks Chan!
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