Redondo Driving School

Q. How old do I need to be to get my Learner's Permit?

A. You must be 16 or older.

Q. How do I get my Learner's Permit?

A. You need to study the "Road to Solo Driving" handbook, available from Vicroads, then 'phone them on 13 11 71, or book in person to arrange to take their knowledge test on road rules and driver behaviour. A sample test is available on their website at vicroads.vic.gov.au

Q. How do I get my Probationary License?

A. The "Road to Solo Driving" handbook has the full details, but in short, once you've held your learner permit for the minimum time, 12 months if you're aged under 21, you can book your test in person or online, or call us on 0415 528 098 to make the appointment to do the hazard perception and driving tests. You need to have held your Learner's Permit continuously for 6 months if you are over 21 and under 25, and 3 months if you are aged 25 or older. If you are under 21 you will also need to keep a Learner Log Book showing a minimum of 120 hours of supervised driving experience, including at least 10 hours at night. You can get lots more information from the handbook.

Q. How many lessons will I need?

A. This varies greatly from one person to another, depending upon experience and aptitude, and drivers have very different needs. The more practice you have with an experienced driver, the faster you will learn. Some students have never driven; some are returning for a refresher course. For drivers with limited experience, 5 to 15 lessons may be required.

Q. In which suburbs do you give lessons?

A. We currently operate within a 6 kilometre radius of Footscray, which takes in the suburbs of Footscray, Footscray West, Braybrook, Maidstone, Tottenham, Maribyrnong, Kingsville, Seddon, Yarraville, Spotswood, Newport, Williamstown, Altona, Sunshine, Ascot Vale, Moonee Ponds, North Melbourne, Flemington, Kensington and West Melbourne and others.

Q. What do I need to bring to my driving lessons?

A. You need to bring a current learner's permit, a temporary permit issued by Vicroads or an international driver's license. If your permit/license does not include it, you need to bring other photo ID, e.g. Student ID, passport, etc.

Q. How long are driving lessons?

A. Lessons are usually conducted over 45 minutes. However, 60 or 90 minute(double) lessons are available to suit your needs.