Best Driving Schools in Newtownabbey

Handpicked from 52 vetted & reviewed Driver Education schools in the Newtownabbey area, discover the top 5 leading options among the selected group of 24 finalists.

Driver Training NI

Driver Training NI

(6)
  • Driving
  • Assessor
“Just completed an excellent driving assessor course. Highly recommended. Gavin was extremely knowledgeable in assessing driving techniques. He was friendly and made us feel relaxed and confident in our ability to assess other drivers. I was very ...”
Unit 8, Mallusk Enterprise Park, 2 Mallusk Dr, Newtownabbey BT36 4GN
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Diamond School of Motoring

Diamond School of Motoring

(8)
  • Test
  • Patience
“I was taught by Liam for a year. He was very professional and thorough, ensuring I achieved a high standard of driving before putting me in for my test. As a result I am now a confident driver. I would recommend Diamond SOM to anyone.”
In Business Since 2007
Transparent Fees & Pricing
32 Glebe Rd W, Glengormley, Newtownabbey BT36 6EH
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The Driving Academy

The Driving Academy

(1)
“This man is fantastic, i was very nervous and he was very calming which really put me at ease I cannot believe he got me through all the lessons and my test. genius”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
104 Jordanstown Rd, Newtownabbey BT37 0NU
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1st Class Pass Driving Academy

1st Class Pass Driving Academy

(3)
“Can't recommend it highly enough!”
10++ Years Experience
4 Collinward Cres, Glengormley, Newtownabbey BT36 6DT
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Master Liu Approved Driving Instructor

Master Liu Approved Driving Instructor

(3)
  • Patient
“Best..instructors…friendly and helpful.”
203, Newtownabbey BT37 9TR
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Best of 2024

Qualification Criteria for best of Winners

Minimum Overall Score
98 (100)
Minimum Reputation Rank
99.2 Percentile
All of our award winners are based on identifiable facts - reviews, performance, and experience - collected by scientific means. We use this data to assess each business’s essential features, weighting them according to their importance to customers.
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Prominent finalists
Lloyds School Of Motoring

Lloyds School Of Motoring

(49)
  • Test
  • Company
  • Cat
“Great experience over duration of cat c training. Very knowledgeable instructors that push hard to ensure you pass first time. Couldn't have asked for more.”
133 Ballyutoag Rd, Belfast BT14 8ST
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Hillstart For L Drivers

Hillstart For L Drivers

(6)
  • Learnt
  • Knowledge
  • Patient
“Amazing instructor. Very patient and is very keen to give the best experience for learners. Terry will go through every tiny detail that will make u a safe and qualified driver. Passed first time with Terry after a crash course for 2 months. Highly r...”
29 Orchardville Gardens, Belfast BT10 0JU
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Shane's Trailer Training

Shane's Trailer Training

(50)
  • Craic
  • Teaching Style
  • Towing
“WELL!!!!! Where do I start. I needed my trailer test in a bit of a hurry. After checking many reviews I gave Shane a call. I told him my predicament and he was all over it. Shane couldn't have been more helpful. After the lessons I was a lot more co...”
In Business Since 2017
Licensed
19 Lynne Cres, Bangor BT19 1PA
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Top Marks Automatic Driving School Belfast

Top Marks Automatic Driving School Belfast

(49)
  • Patient
  • Understanding
  • Confidence
“Amazing driving school with the best instructors. I passed my automatic practical test in one go, all thanks to Glen! He was very knowledgeable and patient. I couldn't have asked for more.”
Serving Newtownabbey Area
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Austin's School of Motoring

Austin's School of Motoring

(49)
  • Patient
  • Craic
  • Driving Test
“Honestly everyone who's thinking of doing lessons defo go to Austin the calm he made me feel from my first day to when I passed he made the whole experience feel amazing”
In Business Since 2020
7 Albert Dr, Castlereagh, Belfast BT6 9JH
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Drive Master Driver Training

Drive Master Driver Training

(50)
  • Lessons
  • Knowledge
  • Learning
“Cannot speak highly enough of Phil. He is patient and I would not have passed without his expertise and support. Would absolutely recommend Phil as an instructor.”
In Business Since 2010
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Serving Newtownabbey Area
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A+ Motoring Academy Ltd

A+ Motoring Academy Ltd

(48)
  • Test
  • Patient
  • Bike
“Went through cbt and full bike licence with these guys. Very informative and also great craic too. Have already recommended to work colleagues to use them. 100%”
In Business Since 2018
Serving Newtownabbey Area
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NI Driving School

NI Driving School

(50)
  • Confidence
  • Craic
  • Lessons
“Had Gary tutor me and couldn't recommend anyone better! Will always make sure you don't miss a thing, absolutely brilliant instructor and good craic.”
In Business Since 2018
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Serving Newtownabbey Area
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Easydriveni.com

Easydriveni.com

(46)
  • Feel
  • Confidence
  • Learning
“Highly recommend John at Easy Drive NI! I was a very nervous driver in the beginning and John really helped me build my confidence and not fear driving! John was very patient and kind and really took the time to explain everything to me! John truly c...”
25+ Years Experience
Coupons & Offers
66 Glengoland Park, Dunmurry, Belfast BT17 0JB
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Lgv/Car and Trailer Training

Lgv/Car and Trailer Training

(50)
  • Tow
  • Informative
  • Patience
“Fantastic training by fantastic people. From start to finish Thomas made an effort to make me feel comfortable and made sure i understood all the instructions they gave. They go above and beyond to supply you with all the tools you need to pass the t...”
Serving Newtownabbey Area
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A New Start Driving School

A New Start Driving School

(50)
  • Lessons
  • Nerves
  • Confidence
“Passed first time with John. Great instructor highly recommend. Thanks John, I'll see you on the road 👍😀 Positive Communication, Quality, Professionalism, Value”
Ormeau Rd, Ormeau, Belfast BT7 3LA
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TC 4 HGV Ltd

TC 4 HGV Ltd

(50)
  • Gentleman
  • Ambulance
  • Company
“Highly recommend Thomas. A very professional and experienced instructor. My son took a couple of off road lessons before his 17th birthday to get the feel of the car. He then continued driving lessons with Thomas and passed his test today first ti...”
1 Springhill Heights, Bangor BT20 3PB
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Apex Driver Training

Apex Driver Training

(20)
Show Me/ Tell Me Questions, Taxi Training Prices, Learner Driver Prices
“Can't speak highly enough of Fra and his teaching! After choosing the wrong instructor a few years ago and ending up largely self-taught, Fra took the time and care to explain and demonstrate where I was going wrong and how to put it right. I was def...”
In Business Since 2016
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Hannahstown Hill Business Park, Hannahstown, Belfast BT17 0LT
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JP Penrose Driving School Https://Drivingni.com/

JP Penrose Driving School Https://Drivingni.com/

(33)
  • Course
  • Driving Test
  • Confidence
“Although I passed my test in first attempt in nov 2016.Gareth is an outstanding instructor and really knows his stuff.I had couple of lessons when i was in london with a previous instructor but i got lucky to find a great instructor in JP Penrose,Ga...”
In Business Since 2000
Serving Newtownabbey Area
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Heather & Lynns School of Motoring

Heather & Lynns School of Motoring

(19)
  • Confidence
  • Preparation
  • Felt
“I just wanted to praise this school of motoring. My son took lessons afew years ago with heather and passed first time. And just recently my daughter had the same instructor and has just passed her test. Their expertise is definitely top class and we...”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Family Business
Serving Newtownabbey Area
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Driver Theory Belfast Ltd.

Driver Theory Belfast Ltd.

(20)
  • Training
  • Licence
“Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed the CPC course. Felt very welcomed and relaxed in the expertise of danny the tutor. Highly recommended you guys to anyone. First class service will be back for further classes. Thanks Martin”
3A Twin Spires Complex, 155 Northumberland St, Belfast BT13 2JF
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Open Road Driving School

Open Road Driving School

(15)
  • Confidence
  • Skills
  • Test
“I'm very glad that i've passed my driving test today i would like to thank paul scott soo much for his patience and support, the confidence he gave me during this process Absolutely the best, very friendly, calm, don't rush you always try to keep yo...”
In Business Since 2020
Transparent Fees & Pricing
12 Abbey Rd, Belfast BT5 7HS
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Ians Training Solutions

Ians Training Solutions

(19)
  • Bike
  • Hgv
  • Test
“Great bunch of guys, couldn't have helped more, had a bad experience with RTS Belfast who are possibly the worst in the country and Ian sorted us out, son passed his CBT with flying colours, very glad i didn't rebook with Frank and his cronies, thank...”
2+ Years Experience
Emergency Services
10 Jubilee Rd, Newtownards BT23 4YH
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Drive With Gavin

Drive With Gavin

(37)
  • Patient
  • Confidence
  • Test
“Gavin is Fantastic! I suffer from dysfunctional personality disorder and was so paranoid about the idea of learning to drive or crashing my instructors car or harming someone. As well as socialising with a stranger, however Gavin was so friendly and ...”
Manor Park, Bangor BT20 3LY
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Driver Education Services in Newtownabbey Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
£181
Maximum cost
£903
National Average
£422
Avg Per Hour Rates
£71
£352
£502
Typical price range is based on 404 cost profiles
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Average Cost £422
Minimum cost £181
Maximum cost £903
Avg Per Hour Rates £71

Typical range $352 to $502 is based on 404 cost profiles.

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