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More Than Driving Lessons
Learning to drive is one of life’s biggest milestones, but becoming a safe driver takes more than simply passing a driving test.
At About Face Drive School, I’ve spent more than 22 years helping learner drivers throughout Melbourne’s eastern suburbs develop the confidence, skills and judgement needed to drive safely for life. Every lesson is tailored to your individual needs, whether you’re a complete beginner, preparing for your VicRoads Drive Test, returning to driving after a break or converting an overseas licence.
My aim is simple: to provide patient, professional driving instruction that gives you the confidence to handle real-world driving—not just test conditions.
Why Choose About Face Drive School?
Choosing the right driving instructor is about finding someone who understands that every learner progresses differently.
When you choose About Face Drive School, you’ll benefit from:
More than 22 years of professional driving instruction
Patient, supportive one-on-one coaching
Automatic dual-control training vehicle
Lessons tailored to your experience and confidence
Comprehensive VicRoads Drive Test preparation
Refresher lessons for licensed drivers
Guidance for overseas licence holders
Flexible lesson times throughout Melbourne's eastern suburbs
Many students begin their first lesson feeling nervous. My role is to create a calm, encouraging environment where you can ask questions, learn from mistakes and build confidence at your own pace.
Learning to Drive in Ivanhoe
Bulleen offers a fantastic mix of driving environments, making it an ideal suburb for learner drivers.
Quiet residential streets provide a relaxed setting for beginners, while nearby arterial roads introduce more advanced driving situations as your confidence grows.
During your lessons you’ll gain experience on roads including:
- Upper Heidelberg Road
- Lower Heidelberg Road
- Banksia Street
- Burgundy Street
- Rosanna Road
- Local residential streets
- School zones and shopping areas
These roads provide valuable opportunities to practise:
- Lane changing
- Traffic light intersections
- Multi-lane driving
- Roundabouts
- Parking in busy shopping areas
- School zone awareness
- Safe merging
- Defensive driving
Each lesson is carefully planned to gradually expand your skills while keeping you comfortable and confident.
Building Confidence Behind The Wheel
Learning to drive isn’t just about controlling the vehicle—it’s about learning to anticipate what’s happening around you.
These habits will help you remain safe long after you’ve earned your licence.
You’ll learn how to:
- Reading traffic conditions ahead
- Effective mirror use
- Maintaining safe following distances
- Hazard perception
- Speed management
- Smooth braking
- Correct lane positioning
- Safe decision-making
Preparing for Your VicRoads Drive Test
Preparing properly makes all the difference.
Throughout your lessons we’ll focus on the skills and behaviours that VicRoads assess during the Drive Test.
We’ll practise:
- Observation routines
- Mirror checks
- Signalling correctly
- Speed control
- Lane positioning
- Reverse parking
- Three-point turns
- Independent driving
- Hazard awareness
- Decision making under pressure
By test day, you’ll know what’s expected and have the confidence to demonstrate your abilities.
Lessons for Every Driver
About Face Drive School provides lessons for:
First-Time Learners
Building confidence from your very first lesson.
Learners Preparing for Their Test
Fine-tuning your driving skills before your assessment.
Nervous Drivers
Helping reduce anxiety through calm and supportive instruction.
Overseas Licence Holders
Learning Victorian Road rules and adapting to Australian traffic conditions.
Refresher Lessons
Perfect for licensed drivers wanting to regain confidence after time away from driving.
Why Learn Locally?
Learning to drive in Ivanhoe gives you experience on the roads you’re likely to use every day.
You’ll become familiar with a variety of traffic situations—from residential streets and shopping precincts to busier arterial roads—while developing the confidence to drive safely throughout Melbourne.
Because lessons are progressive, you’ll continually build on previous skills without feeling overwhelmed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lessons will I need?
Every learner is different. After your first lesson, I’ll discuss your experience and recommend a lesson plan that’s right for you.
Do you teach complete beginners?
Yes. Many of my students have never driven before their first lesson.
Are lessons conducted in an automatic vehicle?
Yes. Lessons are provided in a modern automatic dual-control vehicle.
Can I use your car for my VicRoads Drive Test?
Yes, subject to availability. Please discuss this when booking.
What should I bring to my first driving lesson?
Which nearby suburbs do you also service?
Along with Ivanhoe, I provide driving lessons throughout:
- Ivanhoe East
- Eaglemont
- Bulleen
- Kew
- Kew East
- Balwyn
- Doncaster
- Doncaster East
- Mont Albert North
- Blackburn North
Contact Us
Get in touch for driving lessons or inquiries—contact information below.
- SERVICING Balwyn & Balwyn North, Blackburn North, Box Hill & Box Hill North, Eaglemont, Ivanhoe, Ivanhoe East, Kew & Kew East, Templestowe & Templestowe Lower, Bulleen, Doncaster East, Doncaster, Mont Albert North, Mont Albert, Deepdene, Bundoora, Surrey Hills
- 0400 654 222
- contact@aboutfacedriveschool.com.au
- Weekdays 9am - 4pm. Saturday 8am - 1pm Sunday Closed
More Than Driving Lessons – Building Safe Drivers for Life.
Book Your Driving Lesson in Ivanhoe
Whether you’re getting behind the wheel for the first time or preparing for your VicRoads Drive Test, About Face Drive School is here to help.
With more than 22 years of experience, patient coaching and a genuine commitment to helping learners succeed, you’ll receive professional driving lessons focused on developing the confidence and skills needed for a lifetime of safe driving.
Contact About Face Drive School today and take the next step towards earning your driver’s licence.
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