Safe practice with local guidance
Prepare properly and drive with confidence
Learn in a dual-control automatic car with patient coaching, flexible lesson packages, test preparation, and a client-reported 97% first-time pass rate across Melbourne.
Sandhu Driving School
Learning to drive should feel calm, structured, and confidence-building, and Sandhu Driving School is built around exactly that. Led by Gary Sandhu, a fully accredited instructor with five years of teaching experience and eight years as a professional bus driver, the school offers automatic driving lessons in Melbourne with safety at the centre of every lesson.
Students learn in a dual-control vehicle and receive patient, tailored guidance suited to beginners, nervous drivers, refresher learners, and overseas licence holders. With strong local knowledge of Carlton and Bundoora routes, lessons are designed to help you drive safely.
Our Services
Explore tailored driving support designed to build skill, confidence, and road awareness at every stage. Each session is structured around your goals, pace, and progress for a safer learning experience.
Pricing Plans
All lessons are in a dual-control automatic car. VicRoads test fees are paid separately by the student
SINGLE LESSONS
Automatic driving lessons for all skill levels-
45-Min Lesson – $60
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60-Min Lesson – $70
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90-Min Lesson – $110
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60 MIN REFRESHER - $100
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90 MIN REFRESHER - $130
LESSON PACKAGES
Structured lesson packages for steady progress-
5 x 45-Min Lessons – $280
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3 x 60-Min Lessons – $210
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5 x 60-Min Lessons – $340
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10 x 60-Min Lessons – $650
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5 x 90-Min Lessons – $490
DRIVE TEST PACKAGES
Warm-up lesson + instructor car for test-
45-Min Warm-Up + Test – $200
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60-Min Warm-Up + Test – $230
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90-Min Warm-Up + Test – $250
TEST PREP BUNDLES
Lessons + driving test package-
2 x 60-Min Lessons + Test – $285
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3 x 60-Min Lessons + Test – $360
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5 x 60-Min Lessons + Test – $490
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10 x 60-Min Lessons + Test – $800
Why Sandhu Driving School?
Choose Sandhu Driving School for focused preparation that matches your experience level, your goals, and the roads you are most likely to face on test day. You learn with one accredited instructor from start to finish, giving you consistency, accountability, and clear feedback at every stage.
Training includes practice around Carlton and Bundoora VicRoads routes, support in English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu, and flexible bookings from 7 AM to 6 PM daily. The client-reported 97% first-time pass rate reflects a method built on precision, patience, and practical results for a safer, more confident test experience.
Top Reasons to Trust Us
Choose a driving school focused on patience, safety, and real progress. With personalised guidance, professional standards, and strong local experience, learners feel supported, prepared, and confident on every drive ahead.
Licensed Instructor
Train with a fully accredited instructor offering proven teaching experience, road knowledge, and dependable safety-focused guidance throughout.
Calm Coaching
Patient, supportive instruction helps nervous learners stay relaxed, build confidence, and develop road habits from day one.
Route Expertise
Focused practice around Carlton and Bundoora test routes prepares you for conditions, common challenges, and assessor expectations.
Safety First
Every lesson is taught in a dual-control automatic car, giving learners reassurance, structure, and protection while practicing.
Tailored Lessons
Lessons are adapted to your experience, pace, and goals so you improve faster and focus where needed.
Strong Results
Sandhu Driving School reports a 97% first-time pass rate, reflecting thorough preparation, route familiarity, and consistent instruction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find clear answers to common questions about lessons, bookings, test-day support, and policies. This section helps you know what to expect before booking so you can move forward prepared confidently.
Do you teach automatic cars only?
Yes. We provide automatic driving lessons only, using a dual-control automatic vehicle for every lesson. This helps you focus on road awareness, decision-making, and safe driving habits without the added pressure of manual gear changes. If you are specifically looking for automatic driving lessons in Carlton, Bundoora, or nearby Melbourne areas, our training is designed for that exact need.
Where do you offer lessons?
We mainly offer driving lessons in Carlton, Fitzroy, Melbourne CBD, and Bundoora. Our training is especially suited to learners who want local practice and VicRoads test preparation around the Carlton and Bundoora areas. This local focus allows us to give you practical experience on the roads, traffic conditions, and driving situations that matter most for your lessons and test preparation.
Can you help me pass first go?
We prepare every student with the goal of helping them feel calm, capable, and test-ready. Sandhu Driving School reports a 97% first-time pass rate, based on the client’s own figures, and many students come to us because they want focused preparation for their first test attempt. While no driving school can guarantee a pass, we work hard to give you the right coaching, local route practice, and clear feedback to improve your chances.
Start Your Driving Journey
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