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Verified Working with Children Check
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Driving Instructor's Licence
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Member of NSW Driver Trainers Association
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Instructed for
2.1 years
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Spoken language(s)
English
Instructor bio
Hi, my name is James. To say that I have done a lot of driving would be an understatement. In my previous career, I was a courier driver for over 16 years. I worked in Sydney as well as country NSW, so have driven millions of kilometres! I am also a coach for the Safer Drivers Course.
I am a very patient teacher as I believe that it is important. I find that not all people learn in the same way, sometimes I need to change the way in which I teach in order to get the best outcomes. It is super rewarding when my students (particularly those who start out not liking driving) make incredible progress, gain confidence and then start to actually enjoy driving.
Originally from Ireland, my wife is originally from Sydney. We met overseas and I emigrated in 1996. We have two adult children.
I look forward to helping you with all things driving related.
Reviews
I had an amazing experience with James, he is a great instructor.. He taught me driving from scratch and yesterday I got my red Ps :).. I did all my driving with him since I had no access to car nor a full licensed person to drive with.. I can say that now I can drive confidently that I learned everything the right way.. Thanks James!
Sagda
My sister and I have had incredible results and we have James to thank for teaching us both to drive safe and confidently. We would recommend James to all and are so happy with his service! :)
Sara
My daughter had a couple of introductory lessons with James that really helped to improve her confidence and gave us the head start that we needed.
Megan
James was a terrific instructor, always calm and professional. I passed the first time!
Julia
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More info about bookings
- At the completion of the booking process you can leave notes for your instructor about your preferences (optional).
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Your online account is created during the booking process:
- Review / edit your bookings & profile details
- Book / purchase additional lessons or a test package
- Reschedule or cancel bookings at no cost (>5 hrs before start time)
- Change your instructor or pick up address
- Your instructor's contact details are displayed in your online account, the instructor also receives your contact details.
- Your chosen instructor will meet you with their dual controlled vehicle at the location/date/time selected - no need to confirm.
Instructor service area in yellow.
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Intl conversions
Need to convert your overseas licence or simply looking to build your confidence on Australian roads?
Our instructors welcome the opportunity to assist those who may have learnt to drive in another country.
Simply book an ordinary driving lesson or lesson package. Leave a lesson note after booking if you wish to provide some additional detail regarding your driving history and specific needs.
The lesson charge is no different to a standard driving lesson.
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Learn in your car
Learning in your own car can be a good idea if:
- You are a confident learner driver about to take a driving test
- You are on a provisional or unrestricted licence
- You have a new car to familiarise yourself with
Learning in your own car is not suitable for inexperienced or new learner drivers.
Our instructors are happy to offer lessons in your car if it is registered, roadworthy, comprehensively insured & clean. Our instructors reserve the right to refuse instruction in your car if they believe your driving skills or vehicle condition are a safety risk. The instructor may wish to conduct one or more lessons in their own vehicle prior.
To learn in your own car, simply add a lesson note upon booking.
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Driving test package
A driving test package can take much of the stress out of your test day & improve your chances of getting a PASS.
To book a test package with James, you first need to schedule one or more ordinary driving lessons. You are then able to add a driving test package to your booking and proceed. The booking form is accessed from the instructors profile page. All EzLicence learners can also book a driving test package at any time in the future from their online account.
A driving test package is priced at $199 & includes:
- Pick-up 1hr prior to test start time
- 45 min pre-test warm up
- Use of instructors vehicle to sit the test
- Drop-off after the test result is received
James provides driving test packages for tests conducted at the following testing centres:
- Blacktown Service Centre
- Castle Hill Service Centre
- Ryde Service Centre
- Silverwater Service Centre
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Logbook 1 hr = 3 hrs
For every 1 hour structured driving lesson you complete with a licensed driving instructor, you can record 3 hours driving experience in your log book. A maximum of 10 hours of lessons will be accepted and recorded as 30 hours driving experience.
Driving lessons at night (between sunset and sunrise) count for only 1 hour of night driving. The other 2 hours are added to your day driving hours.
