Pass Your Driving Test with our Pretest Driving Lessons.

Our Pretest lessons have proven to be the main reason our pupils pass their test first time at all driving test centres.

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Time to kick start your Pretest Driving Lessons with one of the highest rated driving schools around your town and Dublin City.

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It’s pretty simple to get started just follow these steps.

Start with us Start with us
We will see and assess your starting point and then start with your required driving lessons.
Find your instructor Find your instructor
Once you have made contact we will pair you with a local National driving instructor.
Pass the test Pass the test
You will have the same driving instructor all the way from EDT to passing your full driving test.

Pretest Driving Lessons

Passing your driving test couldn’t be any easier with our pretest lessons.

Pretest Driving Lessons

Pretest Driving Lessons Dublin

Our Pretest lessons have proven to be the main reason our pupils pass their test first time at all Driving Test Centres. Why is that you think? Aren’t all instructors the same? Absolutely not.

We are one of the most respected schools in this country and even the Testers understand the level we operate at.

You see any school can talk about how magnificent they are but here at NDS we like to show these facts.

We like you to see for yourself why everyone is talking about us. We don’t do the talking our pupils do.

Pretest Preparation to Pass Your Driving Test

Preparation is Key to Passing Your Test

You wouldn’t attend a job interview without doing your groundwork on speech and presentation would you? then why appear for the driving test without the pretest preparation?

Pretest works the same for you as your final revision before the exam to memorise and practice the important aspects to give your best.

A Pretest is the most essential step before you appear for the final driving test to polish your skills and practice the techniques on road with one of our instructors.

Pretest Preparation to Pass Your Driving Test
What Happens on Your Pretest Driving Lessons

What Happens with your Instructor on the Pretest

You need to inform your instructor of your driving test date and/or to the sponsor who is going to train you on the pretest training also.

It is advisable to start your pretest after you complete the 12 EDT lessons with our driving instructor.

This gives more time to test yourself and an enhanced evaluation from our instructor which will solve your shortcomings in a limited time and to work on the areas which need more practice.

Tips to follow on your day of Driving Test

You must be looking for some short tricks to make it to the test in one go but you must know that practice is the only key to crack it in your first attempt. Still there are many things you can keep in mind to perform better.

  • You should be confident about your driving skills as you have passed all the 12 EDT lessons and if you have also attended the pretest session then you will be relaxed during the test.
  • Do not think of skipping the pretest session as it might cost you a lot later. Pretest is very essential to polish your skills and to improve the weak points if any.
  • Do not forget to revise the important road and traffic signs and to abide by them when you are driving during the test. Make sure to follow all the signs that will come in your way.
  • Study the rules provided by the RSA as you will be asked some theory questions also.
  • Get all your documents prepared a few days before the test.
  • Come to the centre early to avoid any kind of delay in the process.
  • Always remember the 2 second rule to maintain the distance between the two cars.
  • Be careful near the roundabouts.
  • Even if you think you have committed a mistake, do not dwell over it rather continue to drive with confidence as the mistake may not be too big as it may seem to you.
  • If you are joining our program of pretest then you don’t need to worry about all these points as you will be provided with all these details and more and we will prepare you to face all the difficulties during the test and also how to handle it.
You must practice well before the driving test with our pretest driving lessons to get the detailed information of what you will be facing on the day of the real driving test. We will prepare for you all the challenges so that nothing would seem difficult to you during that day of your full driving test.
With our pretest, you will become familiar with the driving test routes, the difficulties that you might face will be sorted in this sessions. With absolute practice, it will give you confidence to give your best and as you would have already gone through all those challenges, so it won’t seem difficult to you on the day of your driving test.
What Happens on Your Pretest Driving Lessons

What will you get in a Pretest?

  • Real time experience of the ground course.
  • Testing of your skills to find all the shortcomings and mistakes that you can make.
  • Practice lessons to revise the driving around the corners and traffic.
  • Practice through difficult routes and examining your speed and skills with it to improve.
  • Road and traffic signals to be followed and revised.
  • Giving you tips to perform better to guarantee a pass.
First Lesson

Before your first driving lessons you must have the following in order

So your all geared up for your fist driving lesson with your National driving instructor!

To help get you on the road to passing your test and becoming a safe driver for life, we need to make sure you have everything in order. Find out below!

1. Learner Permit 1. Learner Permit
A learner permit allows you to learn to drive on public roads with your driving instructor.
2. Tax & Insurance 2. Tax & Insurance
If you want to learn to drive within your own vehicle you will need to make sure your tax & insurance is valid.
3. Good Attitude 3. Good Attitude
We love our learners and strive to give them the best learning experience there is.
What people say

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We take great pride in our customer reviews across all platforms! Please take the time to read some if you are seriously considering been thought to drive!

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Aaron Hearns
23 hours ago
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I honestly couldn’t recommend Trevor from National Driving School enough! After having a bad experience with another driving school, I was a bit apprehensive about starting lessons again, but Trevor completely changed that from day one. An absolute gentleman, a fantastic instructor and someone who genuinely wants to see you succeed. Couldn’t recommend him highly enough to anyone learning to drive. Thanks for everything, Trevor!
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brooke caldwell
24 hours ago
I Done my pretests with Lukasz Wnek he helped me a lot to prepare for my test and I passed this morning with a clean sheet no marks and I would really recommend him for anyone doing lessons or pre tests
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Joseph Tony
1 day ago
I had a mock driving test with Brian and honestly couldn’t recommend him enough! He was extremely friendly, patient and helpful throughout the whole experience. He made me feel comfortable and confident, and gave me really useful advice and feedback that helped me prepare for the actual test. I’m delighted to say I passed my driving test today! A big thank you to Brian for all his help and encouragement. Definitely recommend him to anyone preparing for their driving test!
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Ailbhe Coyle
1 day ago
Couldn't recommend Teddy more , the soul reason I passed my test was down to his patience and his reassurance and faith in me ! Thank you so much Teddy and national driving school
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deirdre coyle
1 day ago
Well done Teddy on getting my daughter over the line today. Your patience and time with Ailbhe helped her so much ! Thank you again.
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Berton Nazifi
3 days ago
I am happy to say that i have passed my test with Cristina and did all my 12 edts with her in naas. I couldn’t recommend her enough, she was very patient and explained everything simply. Thank you very much Cristina everything.
I had a great experience with National Driving School! Keith was an excellent instructor, and his guidance really helped me during my driving lessons. I enjoyed learning with him and would definitely recommend him. Thanks for everything, Keith!
I would highly recommend Kieran Foley to anyone preparing for their driving test in Tallaght! I passed my driving test last week with only one error and a huge part of that success goes to Kieran’s excellent instruction and guidance. Kieran is a brilliant instructor who knows exactly what to focus on to prepare you for the test. He explains everything clearly, points out areas for improvement and helps you build the confidence and skills needed to drive safely. His knowledge of the Tallaght test routes and his practical advice were extremely helpful in making me feel prepared and confident on the day. If you are looking for an instructor who genuinely wants you to succeed, I would seriously recommend Kieran Foley. If you are doing your driving test in Tallaght, he is definitely the person to go to. Thank you, Kieran, for helping me achieve this milestone!
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amy mahon
5 days ago
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Sigil Manuel
6 days ago
I had a great experience with National Driving school and the instructor SEWERYN KOLBUSZ. He was very patient, supportive, professional and provided excellent guidance throughout the lessons. Thanks to his clear instructions and practical training. I was able to pass my driving test on the first attempt. He helped me buid confidence and improve my driving skills. I highly recommend Seweryn to anyone looking to get their driving license. Thank you for all the support.
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Claire Burke
6 days ago
Went to Erus with refresher lessons and I’ve just passed my test first time. He is so friendly and calm and really attentive.
My name is Betty, and I'm delighted to share that I passed my driving test in Lexlip on my first attempt! A big thank you to my instructor, Mr.Farook, for his excellent guidance,patience and support throughout my learning journey. I truly appreciate all his help!
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Abbie Logan
1 week ago
I past for my driving test today thanks to Erus. He was as such amazing help and recommend to anyone looking for lessons.
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Alex Binu
1 week ago
I have passed my driving test today. Really happy and special thanks to my instructor Lukasz Wnek.Thanks mahn✌️⚡️
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Mauricio Neves
1 week ago
I can’t recommend Seweryn enough! He was an amazing driving instructor, and honestly, I don’t think I would have passed my driving test without him. His patience and calm approach to teaching made all the difference and helped me build my confidence behind the wheel. He explains everything clearly, makes you feel comfortable, and always stays calm, even when you make mistakes. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a driving instructor. Thank you, Seweryn, for all your help and support!
I can’t recommend my instructor Julia highly enough! After failing driving tests in the past, I had given up on driving. When I decided to try again, I took lessons and a pre test with Julia in Naas, and it made a big difference. She is a fantastic instructor, encouraging, patient and relaxed, which helped me build my confidence. Her guidance and support made a huge difference, and I felt much more prepared for the test. Thank you Julia!! 😊
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Mya Burke
1 week ago
I passed my driving test 1st go with Kieran. I had 3 other driving instructors before and kieran was by far the best! He was calm, patient and overall a very friendly nice man. The booking experience was easy and he was more than accommodating with picking me up from my house some days. He made the driving experience supper easy as I was nervous having had bad experiences before. I can't recommend him enough for anyone who is a little apprehensive about driving. He also was a lovely man and we had many nice chats which made the experience even better:)
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Rita Ioan
2 weeks ago
A huge thank you to Teddy Lemenant for all his help, patience and support! He made learning to drive such a positive experience and helped me build the confidence I needed to pass my test! Thanks for everything, and see you on the road! ☺️🚗
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ellen mullins
2 weeks ago
Had Chris as my amazing driving instructor. Couldn’t have done it without him. A great instructor who made it easy and enjoyable to learn. He encouraged me throughout the entire journey. So glad I passed with the help of NDA, would highly recommend
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aoife or
2 weeks ago
I owe Fergal so much ! I have finally passed my test after many failed attempts . He got me there finally after about 45 lessons with a different school and years of trying to get to test standard . The moral of the story was I just needed a good teacher. In a short amount of time (only 8 weeks) with Fergal I went from hitting curbs and being full of nerves to being a competent driver. What a legend . (Also thanks to Claire from the office who was very efficient when booking lessons and assisting me on this journey) . Five stars all round .
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Why Choose Us

We are not just your normal run of the mill driving school. We are a driving school of excellence. We ensure our pupils get the best value for money for the best driving instruction in the business. This is how:

Experience

Experience

Our level of experience in the driving school industry spans over 30 years. We have come to see it all.

Instructors

Instructors

You can be sure our fully qulaified driving instructors are some of the best trained driving instructors in Ireland.

Quality

Quality

Been approved training instructors with the RSA you can be sure your driving lessons are safe guarded.

Support

Support

We provide free WhatsApp, Text and Calls support during the entire process of learning how to drive.

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can find our most popular frequently asked questions around driving lessons below

Why choose National Driving School?
National Driving school has gained a reputation and excelled way beyond industry standards. From day one of attending your first lesson in our National driving school car to passing your driving test, we are more professional than most others in this industry. Pass your driving test after you learn to drive with us and you will find that we work constantly to offer higher passing rates at National Driving School. We work closely with you to match your pace at a budget that suits you.
How soon can I take my driving lessons?
At National Driving School, we aim to connect you with a qualified National Driving School instructor within an hour of your enquiry. Once we assign you a National Driving School instructor, he/she will coordinate with you to schedule a particular date and this way your lesson is booked with us. From then on all communication will be carried out between you and your driving instructor. If you are Looking at loads of bookings for our National driving instructors, we would recommend you to pre-book your lessons a couple of weeks beforehand.
Can I pick the car I want to learn in?
Our driving instructors are free to decide, but we maintain a stringent policy regarding their vehicles. Almost 99% percent of our driving instructor cars are Ford Fiestas from 171 to the latest year. We make this mandatory so that the instructors teach in updated and dual-controlled cars. The cars used by instructors are clean, maintained, and ready to go! We also help you avail car hire facility for your driving test with your preferred instructor.
Can I check the reviews for the driving instructors?
For sure! We have over 3600+ hundred 5 star reviews that we are proud of all over the internet. You can view a lot of reviews we have shown with our particular National driving instructors’ names to help you locate the individual ones closest to your location. You can also find our latest reviews on our Facebook and Google.
How many driving lessons do I need?
It is a common question raised by most learners. Well, it depends. Our students take 30 hours of driving lessons on average before passing their practical exam – 17 hours fewer than the national average! If you are a newbie, we would suggest you book our 30-hour package. If you pass the exam faster, we will refund the number of hours unused (provided you have used a minimum of 20 hours). On the other hand, if you need some extra hours of learning, you can top up on an hourly basis to train until you appear for your driving test. If you book a smaller learning package to begin with, no worries- you can top by on an hourly basis once you are done with your 1st package to be test-ready.
What are the prices for driving lessons?
To know about the driving lesson prices, simply click here and enter your details and raise an enquiry. We will send you an email with the price details. You can rest assured and leave everything else to our crew here at National Driving school. We will ensure that we connect you with the most suitable driving instructor. After connecting with an instructor, you can schedule and begin your journey towards being a fully licensed, safe driver.
How can I pay for my driving lessons?
You can pay your allocated National driving instructor directly. We do not manage any payments except gift vouchers for driving lessons through our website. You can discuss the payment structure with your driving instructor. Our driving instructors offer discounts, easy payment plans, and special offers for bulk bookings.
Where would be my pick-up & drop point?
We connect you with a National driving instructor from your nearby locations, so your pick up and drop off point will be at your house or agreed central location. If you want to change your pick up & drop off location, for example, work and school, our instructors will make the necessary arrangements provided these locations are within their driving lessons’ vicinity.
What documents do I need to bring along to the driving lessons?
You should bring your learner permit for every driving lesson you attend. When you get the EDT logbook after the very first EDT lesson, do not forget to carry it with you during every driving lesson.
Do you offer booking schedules that suit my schedule?
Do not worry as we offer flexible booking schedules at National Driving school. Our driving lessons are available during weekdays, weekends, and on days that are convenient for you.
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