TL;DR: Avoid this driving school, especially for teenagers and young women. Unprofessional and…read moreinappropriate behavior from instructor Bassir. I would strongly advise parents to avoid this driving school, especially for teenagers and young women. During lessons, the instructor, Bassir, repeatedly touched my wife on her arms, shoulders, and hands when there was no safety concern or driving-related reason to do so. There was no dangerous situation that required physical intervention, and the behavior came across as overly familiar and inappropriate. We reported the behaviour to the owner, and he first acknowledged, but later said he only watched part of the video and says this is normal requirement for their driving school to touch people. A driving instructor should maintain professionalism and clear boundaries at all times. This experience made my wife extremely uncomfortable, and we would not recommend this school to others.

Great driving lessons for my child. The teacher was patient and calm. Good value…read moreFor the lessons as well. Would use again.

A 10/10 experience. Mr. Emilio is an excellent instructor: very punctual, honest, and incredibly…read morepatient when teaching. Plus, he trains you on the actual DMV test routes, which really helps build confidence for the exam. Highly recommended.

I had an amazing experience with Yancarlos and passed my first behind the wheel test with him!…read more I'm new to the US and have a license from another country, but wanted to have a couple of classes before attending a test since some rules are different here and I needed to get used to it. Yancarlos explained all the rules thoroughly, took me to the test area to drive around to make sure I understand the possible errors and prepared me in every possible way. He's also great to talk to, and it was great to spend the test day with him while waiting in the Daly City DMV line. Highly recommend to all drivers, novice and experienced alike.

We went through Ann's Driving School aka Fearless Driver for our kids' mandated 6 hours of…read moreprofessional instruction. Two of our kids worked with Tiarra and, despite them being very different personalities, both felt that Tiarra was a great fit for them. She was excellent with communication (all by text) and the kids reported that she was calm and clear with her instructions. She knows the skills/criteria for passing the driving test as well as the common routes for local DMVs. Both of my kids passed their driving test on the first attempt, thanks to Tiarra. Our third kid will also work with Tiarra, if she ever gets around to taking her permit test...

I just took a lesson with Anne's driving school and it was great! I had essentially never gotten…read morebehind the wheel before and my instructor, Christopher was extremely helpful, kind, and professional. I felt very relaxed and comfortable as he showed me the do's and dont's. He was very knowledgeable on where to start to help new drivers settle in. Would definitely recommend for new drivers of any age!

I rarely leave one-star reviews, but after spending a significant amount of money on driving…read morelessons for my daughter, I feel obligated to share our experience. My daughter took approximately 6-7 lessons with Daniel, paying around $180 per lesson. (Driver test day 250$$$) Throughout the entire process, she repeatedly came home frustrated, saying that much of the lesson time was spent talking rather than providing actual driving instruction and technical guidance. As a parent, I trusted that a professional instructor would be preparing her for success behind the wheel and for her driving test. What concerned me most was the timing and professionalism. After multiple paid lessons, Daniel suddenly suggested that my daughter might be better suited to a female instructor shortly before her driving test. If that was truly his professional assessment, it should have been communicated much earlier--not after weeks of lessons and hundreds of dollars spent. Instead of helping build confidence, my daughter felt increasingly nervous and discouraged. There were several interactions that left her feeling criticized rather than coached. A driving instructor's role is to teach, guide, and prepare students for success, especially when they are already anxious about an upcoming test. I cannot recommend Daniel based on our experience. We invested substantial time and money, yet received very little meaningful instruction compared to what we expected. Parents looking for a driving instructor should carefully consider whether they are receiving actual training, constructive feedback, and professional communication throughout the process. I hope this review helps other families make an informed decision before committing their hard-earned money.

I hadn't driven in 10 years. For an upcoming job interview, I need to prove that I can indeed…read moredrive, eventhough this is not a driving job. We live in interesting times. I looked up driving schools and gave Daniel a call yesterday. He had availability this morning and he picked me up at 10 this morning for a 2-hour course. He texted me when he was at my address, I came down, climbed into the drivers seat, and we were off! Daniel is calm. I give that statement it's own sentence because Daniel's calm instruction and gentle voice go a long way for anyone learning to drive, and for me just needing a refresher course. We drove through busy San Francisco, narrow China Town, turned left and right, parallel parked and practiced baking up. I nailed it, thanks to Daniel's excellent, calm instruction! I highly recommend his Excel Driving School!

Def recommend him got my license about 4 years ago and def nice guy to get your license…read more Its about 180/2 hour lessons and depending on your skill level so about 4-5 lessons you'll get your license.

Nelson was a great help in preparing for my behind-the-wheel test. I'm an experienced driver, but I…read morehad never held a US license, and I had not driven in a few years, so I thought I'd look for an instructor just to brush up on the fundamentals. Nelson pointed out some of the habits I've picked up in my time driving without an examiner looking over my shoulder, which was helpful reinforcement for the actual test. We also practiced near the area of the test, which helped me build familiarity and confidence, even though the final route was a little bit different. He also helped with the booking and lent me his car, all for a very reasonable rate. On top of that, he was always punctual. He did ask me to reschedule one of our lessons (just by about half an hour), but it wasn't a major inconvenience. Perhaps my only gripe would be that as an experienced driver, there were some very basic things that he reviewed with me that I probably didn't really need... but this wasn't a big deal. All in all, I would definitely recommend booking a lesson with Nelson.

Jay is a very knowledgeable and helpful driving instructor! I was nervous having not driven for…read moremany years, and his calm and patient teaching style helped me gain the confidence and skills to pass the driving test. We would drive from SF to Daly City and practice near the DMV so I became familiar with the roads there. He was very thorough on how to prepare for the test, and also gave me a lot of feedback and guidance on how to be a better and safer driver in general. I learned a lot, thanks!

Jay is an excellent, kind, patient instructor! He really helped me with my driving skills and…read moredriving confidence, especially when driving in San Francisco on a busy Saturday night. I greatly appreciate his driving lessons and highly recommend Jay. In two hours I learned: Perfect right and left turning Braking Driving at night Parallel parking (I did it!) Mirrors, especially watching out for bicyclest and sneaky pedestrians Drove over a bridge Drove on a freeway and highway Drove through busy Marina District with sneaky pedestrians wandering into traffic at all directions Drove into a driveway between two parked cars Drove up and down very steep SF hills Thanks again Jay!

OK. So I've never really learned how to drive manual transmission formally. I've managed to get by…read morewhen friends let me borrow their car to drive them to the airport. thanks never burns out any questions nor have I had any overly embarrassing stalls. I've always wanted to drive manual transmission properly for when, or rather if, I ever get a car with this feature. I was surprised that there are not many driving schools that teach manual transmission. Those that do ask you to bring your own car!!! If i owned a manual, I would hopefully already know how to drive one. I wouldn't want to destroy a friend's or family's car. Thankfully I found this outfit, only on Yelp! Jason was quite accommodating. He offered an additional 2 hours back-to-back, knowing my schedule is busy, though I initially only agreed for 2. His car has a full set of pedals on the instructor/passenger side too. See my pic. He got me driving in Friday afternoon rush hour by the 3rd hour! We fine tuned parking and starts on hills the 4th hour. To be clear, I felt comfortable driving on regular routes at the end of the initial two-hour session, but I was very comfortable with driving and San Francisco after the 4th hour. His prices are very reasonable for the amount of attention and training he provided. The progression felt so natural. He's so good, he's on my 6 STAR list. He even offered to meet me in Daly City when his outfit is in San Francisco; I'm in San Mateo

Carrying heavy groceries, bags, luggage, etc. all the time...with no help..no transportation but…read morethe bus/BART. One night at the BART station (Bayfair in the East Bay), this crackhead walked up to me wanting to start a fight because she thought I was laughing at her. First off, I didn't even look at her, I was looking at the sign to see when the train would come. Secondly, she was a white crackhead and everyone was just staring (everyone knows I didn't do anything wrong). Told my parents about it and they said all I need was a driver license, then they would immediately buy me a car. They said this because they worry that since I'm so small (4'10), one day I can get jumped or kidnapped going home or something using the bus/BART. Sigh, how much I wished for that...it seemed like it was so easy to get but yet so hard... People would always make fun of me for not knowing how to drive and I had no car to practice on even if I wanted to! My parents lived in New Orleans, LA and that was the only time I ever got to drive..in the South. Flat road, no hills. Oh the challenge when coming back to California. Since I had no car to practice on in Cali, my parents suggested I hire a driver instructor. My parents recommend this guy named T (his name will not be known) to me. Let me tell you..I did not like him! He was yelling at me and making me so sad whenever I drove because I was driving "wrong." When I got in the car with my parents, they said I drove fine. Anyways, after 2 weeks of practicing and me having no prior experience, I had to fly to New Orleans. Before I took my flight, he & I had a driving lesson together...yet did I know, this "lesson" was going to DMV and taking the real test. I knew I wasn't ready, I felt uneasy and so nervous. Well, he decided to "test" luck and made me take the driving test without even telling me. Failed. How embarrassing. When I came back from New Orleans, I was set up to drive with him again. Still yelling..just not as much as the first time. I had prior experience this time because I drove around in New Orleans. Still sad, I told my parents I didn't want him anymore. They said unless I found someone else, I would have to stay with him. So goes on the story.. I continued to drive with him. Took a second test, failed. Again! With no more confidence in me, I returned back to school in the East Bay with no time in SF. I didn't drive again, I didn't want to use my last chance until I was really ready this time. Well, one year passes and my permit expires. There was no third chance. Coming back again from New Orleans for the summer, my mom told one of her friends about my horrible experience with T. Her friend recommended this guy named Jason Tang. Oh, how little did I know, I would love Jason! I still felt uneasy behind the wheel but I had a bit of confidence. I had to retake the written test to get a new permit. Got it. Now to take my chance with the new instructor. My mom was visiting SF, so she had a chance to talk to the instructor this time. She told him about my horrible experience with my previous instructor and told him that she worried I would never pass the test, since I didn't pass it the first two times. Jason told her not to worry, because most of his students usually pass the first time. With a little hope, my mom tried not to worry. She felt uneasy about me taking the test again though. One or two weeks into driving with Jason, I was scheduled to take my driving test. Driving experience was Jason was absolutely wonderful. He's easy-going and he's very patient. Loved him! Little did I know, he was going to change my world. I passed my driving test the first time!!! 4 errors with a comment from the grader saying "Good skills!" (This was coming from the guy who failed me the 2nd time I took my test!!) Definitely recommended! Remember to ask for Jason Tang! He also teaches stick shift lessons :) Thanks Nu World Driving School! Jason's a keeper! :D I don't know if I'm allowed to post (cell) phone numbers on yelp but if you guys want his number, just send me a message. :) Best of luck to those driving/practicing!

Albert was a great instructor and I passed my test on the first attempt! He was really patient and…read moreknowledgeable.

Albert is a very kind, patient and clear instructor. He's great at communication when setting up…read moreappointments. He explains concepts very clearly during lessons, and was very knowledgeable about skills to know for the driving test. I felt very prepared going into the test and passed on my first try.