Best driving school in Jersey city. Passed the road test on first try because of Magdy- best…read moreinstructor, very patient and informative. Thanks Magdy!

The instructor is a very old grumpy man. I had 10 hours ($40…read moreeach) and 2 road tests with the instructor and was very unhappy in every practice session. I booked him because my friends referred him and driving instructor in Jersey City is a hits and misses business. What I was unhappy - He was routinely late in all sessions, about 15-30 minutes late each time, kept me waiting endlessly - His English was very bad, I could only understand half of what he said - He took toilet time in some practice sessions, but precisely ends all sessions down to the exact minute - Very grumpy overall, I was unhappy in all sessions, feeling I didn't get as much instructional value as I could. If I fail my next road test, I'll take my chance with another instructor, though I know choosing a driving instructor is a hits and misses thing. Added comments on 3/19/2021: I just took the aforementioned road test and was very frustrated with the driving instructor. My test was at 8.30am, he asked to pick up at 7am, he was late 30 minutes as usual, then on the way picked up another student whose test time was 11.30am (trying to pack 2 students in one trip to make more money out of one trip to DMV, and use other people's time for his gain). After I took the test at 8.30, I had to wait an hour for the other student to do the test, he dropped me at my place at 10.15am. Total 3 hours for a test that should take only 1.5 hour including transport. I was late for work at 9.30 though I already told him I had to get back by 9.30. This instructor (an old man) has the deepest disregard for people's time. I will never book him again. Also after 2 road tests with this instructor, he took total 4 students to the test (me 2 times and two more students), we all failed the test, maybe his training wasn't adequate.

I had a fantastic experience with my instructor Cathy but I did not have a great experience…read morescheduling. I called and made an appointment for two weeks in advance. I got a call a few days before to confirm, and then 20 minutes before the lesson to confirm. Then, at the time of the lesson, the instructor called to tell me that while he was close by to the pickup location, he had something else to do in Edison and wouldn't be able to do the lesson. The scheduling person called me to reschedule the lesson, which I did for a few days later. Then the next day I got a text asking me to move the lesson again. Ultimately once I got a lesson, I was paired with Cathy who is the best driving instructor I have ever had. She was so clear with her instructions and patient. I already have my license but needed practice on the highway, so we did a 1 hr 45 min lesson for highway practice. My recommendation if you schedule a class here is to take whatever time they tell you as an estimate, and to ask to schedule with Cathy because she is fantastic!

I passed my driving test today, and I couldn't have done it without Kathy and Rahul! Both of them…read moreare absolutely amazing instructors--patient, supportive, and clear in their teaching. They made me feel confident behind the wheel, corrected my mistakes with kindness, and gave me the exact skills I needed to pass. Every lesson felt productive, and they always encouraged me to push myself while keeping safety first. Thank you, Kathy and Rahul, for guiding me all the way to getting my license--you truly deserve 6 stars!

10 stars! After…read moregoing out with a few dif schools I came upon Jimmy from Falcon. I can't say enough about him. From the first lesson, Jimmy exhibited patience, understanding & encouragement. His knowledge of driving techniques and road safety regulations was apparent and effortlessly conveyed. He even taught me to parallel park and got me on the highway with ease! Jimmy was always on time for our lessons, and ready to dive into the day's curriculum without delay. Throughout our time together, Jimmy demonstrated a strong sense of responsibility, ensuring that I felt confident and prepared for each stage of my driving journey. Thanks to Jimmy's guidance, I not only gained the skills necessary to pass my driving test but also developed a newfound confidence behind the wheel. I wholeheartedly recommend Jimmy to anyone in search of a patient, knowledgeable, prompt, and responsible driving instructor. Note: Falcon administration was also a pleasure to work with. Lesson scheduling and payments processed with ease.

TERRIBLE. Firstly I can never get them on the phone, then all of my lessons weren't even the full 2…read morehours that they claim they are, and the one lady who was supposedly my teacher didn't teach me a damn thing. I had to keep reminding her I spoke English as she was trying to instruct me in spanish. She was also the one to bring me to my road test and before we even entered the lot she was shouting at me in Spanish about where I was supposed to go (and was wrong cause I was going the right way) which ultimately screwed my nerves so as you can probably figure I did not pass. Save your money.

I am writing this on the day that I passed my driving test on the first try in Brooklyn, all thanks…read moreto the amazing and patient Erika (and with some help from Gus as well) from Revolution Driving School. TLDR - if you're a nervous or anxious driver, or have had difficulties with other instructors in the past, Erika is absolutely the one you should get started with. My apologies for the novel that's about to follow: To start off with, I am (or was), an incredibly nervous driver. While I had gotten my license by the skin of my teeth back in 2018, I developed a severe phobia after a bad experience on a highway and let my license lapse, not realizing that if your license is expired for more than two years, you can't just renew it - you have to take the whole road test again. When I learned this, I became so nervous that I started having insomnia and couldn't fall asleep - that's how nervous I was thinking about getting back on the road again. After completing my permit, I worked up the courage to book a lesson with Erika. Now, I've had my fair share of bad driving instructors - they often are gruff, not that great at teaching or explaining, and not great at making you feel comfortable or relaxed. Erika is the exact opposite. She is warm and supportive, without being overly so - you never feel like you have to put on a show for Erika. The day of my first lesson I woke up with full body chills and nerves, but I immediately felt at ease with Erika when I was in the car during my first lesson and knew I made the right decision booking lesson with her. Slowly but surely with each lesson with Erika, I got more confident behind the wheel. She positively reinforces when you do something well, and explains patiently where you can improve. She also steadily increases your abilities over time, slowly taking on new things like driving in a different neighborhood or on a busy street, without rushing you into something that can feel difficult. Since parallel parking is my achilles heel, she made sure to spend extra time walking me through this during our lessons. Leading up to my road test I also decided to take a couple extra lessons with Gus, who only just recently became available again for lessons. Gus has a very different demeanor than Erika - more reserved - and so while he may not be the best person to take a first lesson with if you are extremely nervous and anxious like me, I did find my lessons with Gus to be helpful and so the combination of working with both of them made me feel doubly prepared. On the day of my road test, Erika had the perfect demeanor. She made me feel assured, but never put undue pressure on me - she struck the right balance of being supportive without having that become a stressor in and of itself. She answered all my last minute nervous questions ("Can you walk me through again what to do if I think I'm going to hit the curb while parallel parking? What if I'm too wide?"), without ever making me feel bad about it. I was blessed with a clear day and relatively empty roads, but regardless of the good conditions I know I can owe the credit of my passing mostly to the patience and guidance of Erika. She is truly life changing - she changed me from an incredibly nervous driver who would break down into a ball of nerves even thinking about being behind the wheel, to a confident driver who according to my evaluator, did a "perfect" parallel park - something that I would NEVER have thought in a million years I would hear anyone say. All told, I did 13 lessons before my road test - 9 with Erika and 4 with Gus. While it's possible a less nervous driver could have done less (by my 10th lesson everything really started to click), I'm glad I did those extra lessons to make me feel fully prepared. I highly recommend Revolution Driving School, and Erika in particular, to anyone who is nervous or anxious about driving. While of course what happens on road test day is your responsibility, you will feel so prepared working with them. I can never thank them enough for giving me my confidence back!!

I never thought I would actually LIKE driving. I was terrified for years and delayed learning to…read moredrive until my 30s. Then Erika, at the Brooklyn location, changed everything for me. She's one of the kindest, sweetest, most patient people I have ever met. She gave me the confidence and courage to get behind the wheel. I look forward to lessons and every hour I get to spend with Erika is a joy. Her laughter, her insight, and outlook on life is a blessing. She's taught me so much more than just how to drive.

I had the best experience with Gold Success Driving School! Everyone I interacted with, from the…read moreamazing ladies in the office to Eric, who set everything up so quickly given my situation, was incredibly warm, welcoming, and efficient. My driving instructor, Frank Dao, is hands down the best instructor I have ever had. After going through multiple instructors at another driving school who never took the time to explain my weaknesses or how to improve, working with Frank was a game changer. He clearly explains mistakes, makes sure you understand how to correct them, and gives detailed, practical tips for everything, from mastering turns to parallel parking. Thanks to Gold Success and Frank's incredible instruction, I passed my road test, and I am truly grateful. I couldn't recommend them more!

Unfortunately, my experience with this driving school was extremely disappointing and ended up…read morebeing a waste of both time and money. I did receive a refund for my unused portions of the package I paid for. I enrolled as a complete beginner and made that very clear from the start. Instead of receiving patient instruction, I experienced an instructor (Michael) who became frustrated with beginner mistakes and raised his voice during lessons. It was also extremely fast paced for a 20 lesson full package deal. On my third day I was being taught a 3 point turn and parallel parking when I was not comfortable turning onto roads and being centered on roads. There were also communication and scheduling issues. On one occasion, I arrived for what I believed was my scheduled lesson, only to find out the time had been changed without any phone call, email, or text notification. Despite the instructor being available, I spent approximately 40 minutes sitting in the vehicle while he stopped at McDonald's and handled personal matters rather than conducting the lesson. During multiple lessons, the instructor took lengthy personal phone calls while I was in the car, including highly personal conversations that contained inappropriate language. As a student learning to drive for the first time, I expected my instructor's full attention and professionalism, not distractions and personal matters. What ultimately made me decide to leave was being told after only three lessons that my remaining lessons and road test had been canceled because I was allegedly "too nervous." I had attended every lesson, was eager to learn, and had only just begun driving. Although I was offered another instructor, by that point I had lost confidence in the school's professionalism and chose to seek instruction elsewhere. Additionally, while waiting for one of my lessons, I overheard another student discussing a negative experience he had with an instructor named Frank. Under normal circumstances I would not place much weight on another student's experience alone. However, after everything I had personally experienced, hearing another student express similar frustrations further reduced my confidence in the school as a whole. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this driving school.

Providence Driving School: Where Integrity Meets Expertise…read more If you're preparing for your Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in New Jersey and want real training--not empty promises--Providence Driving School in Bayonne is the place to go. The school is led by Pedro, a Spanish-speaking instructor whose depth of knowledge and road experience is unmatched. He's not just a teacher--he's a mentor, a guide, and one of the most honest and patient individuals you'll ever meet. Pedro goes above and beyond to make sure every student understands the truck, the road, and the responsibility that comes with being a professional driver. His pre-trip inspection training is thorough and practical, and he treats every student with respect and care. His son is also part of the team and shares the same values--making this a family-run school built on trust and results. Unlike other schools that boast flashy marketing and empty claims, Providence Driving School delivers real one-on-one instruction, flexible scheduling, and affordable pricing A B C. You won't be stuck watching others drive or waiting for your turn on a truck that's never available. Pedro makes sure you get hands-on experience and personal attention. If you're tired of being misled by trainers who talk a big game but don't deliver, skip the hype and go straight to Providence Driving School. Pedro's reputation speaks for itself--and so do the success stories of students who passed their CDL exams with confidence and skills.

I used Providence Driving school for my teenage son to take lessons before he got his drivers…read morelicense. He had multiple lessons with instructor Ted. We found Ted to be reliable, professional & experienced in helping to prepare my son for the driving test. He was patient & explained all the rules of the road, while also teaching him various techniques for driving, backing up & parallel parking. My son passed the road test on his first try & got his license. Thanks Ted for a great experience!

I passed my road test in the first attempt. The teachers were very committed in helping me master…read morethe parallel parking, turn around and driving in general. They are the best at what they do.

If I could give this zero stars I would. The worst customer service ever! No one is ever there to…read moreanswer the phone and when they finally answer it is rushed they can't be bothered to answer your questions. Finally got it set up after calling a million times they never showed up for the driving instruction. I have a ring camera and can prove they never came. No one was at the office to answer when I called after 15-30 mins of no one showing up. I finally got someone the next day and he said he would call me back and he never did. I had to call hi, back again only for him to be rude and call me a liar. Never once apologized or tried to rectify the issue. All it would have taken was for him to have decent customer service apologize and reschedule me. HORRIBLE customer service. I 100% do not recommend to anyone. Go to ideal in union City. They have been fantastic !!!!

HIGHLY RECOMMEND !! Driving with Ana was amazing , she's very patient she helped me make an…read moreappointment at the dmv to obtain my permit and even recommended me great websites to help me pass my knowledge test ! I officially have my License and am now driving all thanks to Ana 5 STARS !! TYSM!

I regret having to write this review but our experience with Smart Driving was very disappointing…read more My son took lessons and for us, reliability became an issue. On multiple occasions, the instructor arrived late or failed to show up without any text and/or phone call. We expected a basic level of professionalism because when lessons were scheduled we all arranged our time around those lessons. The lateness and no-show felt like a lack of respect for our time.

Very unprofessional and rude ! My son had scheduled an appointment weeks prior to his appointment…read moreand received a text message the night before at 9pm in which my son didn't see it until the next morning. My son was ready in the morning and explained that he didn't see his text until he woke up. My son texted the instructor in the morning that he is ready and the instructor rudely responded to find another driving school. Luis is very unprofessional and needs training in how to treat people with respect. You don't cancel somebody the day of the appointment.

Older gentleman that charged $70 to take you to the road test and I think $30 or $35 for an hour of…read morepractice. I used his services over 10 years ago so prices might be way higher now but I decided to write a review because now my younger brother is going to embark on his driving journey. When I took my road test the first time I did fail (couldn't parallel park haha) but I was upset because the guy didn't take me anywhere to practice like he claimed he would. Second time around I got some practice right before the road test and passed! No refunds even if you fail by the way but when you do pass, he offers to drop you off to the DMV which is nice. Overall he is very patient and he could come off as rude or aggressive like I'll never forget I stopped at a red light but was blocking the intersection slightly so he said loudly "go GO you can't block the road" and so I just went haha but he wasn't mean about it. Overall I recommend him if you're local to the area.