We publish 18 testimonials from students, and they are positive because we chose them. Our Google reviews are the ones we did not get to pick.
Three kinds of lesson
All $100 an hour, all with free door-to-door pickup, all in the same dual-control automatic. What differs is where you are starting from.
Beginner lessons
You have never driven. The first lesson starts in a quiet street, stationary, and most people are driving unassisted by the end of it.
How a first lesson works
Test preparation
A full mock assessment on assessment-style roads, marked the way an examiner marks, and a straight answer about whether to book the real one yet.
How test prep works
Refresher lessons
You already hold a licence and have lost confidence, moved to Canberra, or not driven in years. Most people need between one and four.
How refreshers work
Built so you drive with total confidence.
From your first nervous reverse to a calm test day, every lesson with ACT Capital Driving School is built so you drive with total confidence. We focus on the small wins (smoother braking, cleaner mirror checks, the parallel park that finally clicks) that turn a hesitant beginner into a relaxed, capable driver behind the wheel.
We run automatic driving lessons across Canberra and the wider ACT: Chisholm, driving lessons in Tuggeranong, Woden, Belconnen, Gungahlin and Queanbeyan. Lessons use the roads the ACT driving assessment is conducted on in each district, so the intersections, roundabouts and manoeuvres you practise are the kind you will meet on the day.
Every lesson includes free door-to-door pickup and drop-off, a modern dual-controlled car, and one-on-one tuition at $100 per hour with no hidden surcharges. Whether you've never sat in the driver's seat or you're knocking the rust off after years out, we'll meet you where you are and build from there.
Test preparation here is deliberately unglamorous. We drive the roads the ACT assessment actually uses, run the manoeuvres assessors mark until they are boring, and put you through a mock assessment under test conditions. You will be told plainly whether you are ready, including when the honest answer is not yet, because a learner who sits an assessment two lessons early pays for it twice. The ACT driving test guide sets out what the assessment involves and why learners most often fail it.
Pick a time that fits your week, pay securely online, and we'll take care of the rest. Lessons run seven days a week with morning, afternoon, evening and weekend slots, so you can drive when it suits you, not when the calendar allows. See available times or talk to an instructor first.
Certified pros
Background-checked and fully certified for safe, professional training.
Built around your safety, paced around your confidence.
Accredited & Insured
An ACT accredited driving instructor in a comprehensively insured, dual-control automatic. Licensing here is administered by Access Canberra, which is who accredits instructors in the ACT.
The Same Instructor Each Time
You are taught by Jeevan Pandey every lesson, not by whoever is rostered, so nobody has to be brought up to speed on where you got to last week.
ACT Test Preparation
The manoeuvres assessors mark, the roads the ACT assessment routes use, and a mock assessment under test conditions before you book the real one.
ACT Capital Driving School at a glance
- Lesson price
- $100 per hour (AUD)
- Pickup and drop-off
- Free, door to door
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Opening hours
- 7 days a week, 7:00am to 7:00pm
- Service area
- Canberra, Chisholm, Tuggeranong, Woden, Belconnen, Gungahlin, Queanbeyan
- Based in
- Chisholm, ACT 2905
- Phone
- +61420991533
- Booking
- Online, in under a minute
Common questions about driving lessons in Canberra
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More questions are answered on the driving lesson FAQ, and the ACT driver licence guide walks through every step from learner permit to P plates.
Loved by Canberra learners.
Real reviews from real students who passed with us.
“Highly recommend driving instructor in ACT. Extremely patient, calm, and supportive throughout every lesson. Explained things clearly and never rush you, which really helped build my confidence on the road and parking. Perfect instructor if you feel nervous or need extra time to learn. One of the best in the ACT!”
Monica Basumatari Meche
Highly recommend
“I had an excellent experience with jeevan Dai. He was patient, professional, and very clear with his explanations. Every lesson felt productive, and he always made sure I understood each step before moving on. His calm attitude really helped build my confidence on the road. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled and supportive driving instructor.”
Hritik Baral
Excellent experience
“Amazing driving school! I’m still doing my lessons and my instructor 'Jivan dai' has been so supportive and professional. He make sure I understand all the basics properly and help me build confidence on the road. Really happy I chose this school!”
asmita Bogati
Amazing driving school
“An excellent parking specialist instructor. I was very impressed with the way he taught me to park confidently in busy areas without wasting time. His teaching style was clear, practical, and very effective. I highly recommend both the instructor and the driving school.”
GANGA DHAR PANTHA
Parking specialist
“Jeevan is an excellent driving instructor—calm, patient, and very clear with his instructions. He really helped boost my confidence on the road. I feel fully prepared and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a professional and supportive driving instructor!”
Pooja Dhimal
Professional & supportive
“ACT Capital Driving School is honestly one of the best in Canberra. The instructors is patient, calm and explain everything clearly, which really helped me build confidence on the road. They focus on safe driving habits and make sure you actually understand what you’re doing instead of just rushing you. Booking lessons was easy and the car was clean and comfortable. I definitely recommend them to anyone learning to drive in the ACT.”
Arush Kadariya
Best in Canberra
How it works
From booking to behind the wheel.
Three simple steps. No paperwork, no guesswork.
Pick a time
Choose a slot that fits your week. Door-to-door pickup optional.
Hop in
Meet your instructor. Car prepped and dual-controls ready to go.
Pass with pride
Test-day strategy, mock runs, and real confidence behind the wheel.
Ready to start driving?
Book your first lesson online. Pick a time that works for you, pay securely, and we'll take it from there.