Driving School Geelong, VIC 3220
Searching for a reliable driving school near me in Geelong? Monika’s Driving School offers professional, VicRoads-accredited driving lessons in Geelong with a certified female driving instructor. From your Ls through to your full licence, we guide every step. Book today!
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About Monika's Driving School Geelong
Searching for a trusted driving school near me in Geelong? Monika’s Driving School has built its reputation on one simple principle: every learner deserves patient, honest, professional instruction. We’re not a faceless franchise. We’re a family-run driving school that genuinely cares whether you pass and whether you drive safely for life.
Our instructors are formally qualified with TAE Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and full DIA (Driving Instructor Authority) accreditation. Our lead instructor, Monika Upadhyay, is one of Victoria’s most experienced female driving instructors, with over a decade of hands-on teaching experience across Melbourne and now extending to the Geelong region.
Whether you’re a teenager getting behind the wheel for the first time, an adult learner who’s been putting it off for years, an overseas licence holder navigating the VicRoads process, or an experienced driver needing a refresher course, Monika’s Geelong is the driving school near you that delivers real results.
Complete Driving Lessons in Geelong – Full Service Menu
Every Licence Stage, Covered. Every Learner, Welcome.
From beginner lessons all the way through to VicRoads test preparation, Monika’s Driving School Geelong has a service designed for exactly where you are on your journey.
Our Most Valuable Pricing Packages
Transparent, competitive pricing for driving lessons in Bendigo. View our full pricing page for all options.
45 Minute Packages
- 1 × 45 Min Lesson $58.00 Book Now
- 1 × 45 Min + Test Package $265 $235 Book Now
- 5 × 45 Min + Test Package $290 $267 Book Now
- 10 × 45 Min + Test Package $580 $517 Book Now
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60 Minute Packages
- 1 × 60 Min Lesson $68 $65 Book Now
- 3 × 60 Min Lessons $204 $185 Book Now
- 5 × 60 Min Lessons $340 $322 Book Now
- 10 × 60 Min Lessons $680 $617 Book Now
90 & 120 Minute Packages
- 1 × 90 Min Lesson $98 $95 Book Now
- 3 × 90 Min Lessons $294 $280 Book Now
- 5 × 90 Min Lessons $490 $458 Book Now
- 5 × 120 Min Lessons $1,000 $949 Book Now
Note: Prices shown do NOT include GST. A 10% GST will be added to your final price at checkout. View all pricing options →
Why Choose Monika's Driving School for Driving Lessons in Geelong?
Test-Focused Preparation
We teach exactly what VicRoads assessors look for, giving you the best possible chance of passing first time. Learn about common instant fails and how to avoid them.
Local Geelong Driving School Near You
We pick you up at your door, whether you're in Belmont, Newtown, Corio, Lara, Norlane, or surrounding Geelong suburbs. No extra travel stress for you.
Flexible Lesson Times
Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend driving lessons available 7 days a week to fit around your schedule.
Female Instructor Available
Monika's patient, encouraging approach is especially popular with nervous learners, teens, and students from diverse cultural backgrounds. Learn why learners prefer female instructors.
Pre-Test Mock Assessment
We conduct a full MORT (Monika's On Road Test) before your VicRoads appointment to identify and fix any remaining weak points.
Test Day Car Hire Included
Sit your VicRoads test in our modern dual-control vehicle – the same car you've trained in. Familiarity on test day dramatically reduces anxiety and improves performance.
Your Local Driving School Near You in Geelong
Geelong is Victoria’s second-largest city and one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional centres. From the CBD and waterfront to outer suburbs like Waurn Ponds, Grovedale, and Leopold, the road network here is varied – a mix of busy urban intersections, roundabout-heavy inner streets, open rural roads, and freeway approaches via the Princes Highway and Geelong Ring Road.
When you search for a “driving school near me in Geelong“, what you actually need is an instructor who knows these roads specifically. Monika’s Driving School covers Geelong’s major VicRoads test routes, ensuring your lessons are spent practising on the same roads, intersections, and traffic conditions you’ll face on test day.
Our VicRoads test preparation program is tailored to Geelong’s road environment, including the roundabouts near the Geelong CBD, the dual-carriageway sections of Moorabool Street, and the suburban streets around Norlane and Corio. We don’t just prepare you to pass – we prepare you to drive confidently in Geelong for life.
Whether you’re a student at Deakin University, a new resident who moved to the region, or someone who’s simply been procrastinating about getting their licence, Monika’s driving lessons in Geelong are the answer. Door-to-door service is included, and we come to you.
VicRoads Driving Test Preparation in Geelong
The Most Important Lesson Isn’t Learning to Drive. It’s Learning to Pass.
Passing your VicRoads driving test is a specific skill. The road rules you’ve practised on your Ls form the foundation, but a driving test also requires precise awareness of exactly what the examiner is observing at every moment. That’s where Monika’s Geelong truly sets itself apart.
Our test preparation doesn’t just make you a better driver – it makes you a confident, test-ready driver in Geelong who understands the assessment from the inside out.
Read our blog on how to pass the VicRoads driving test on the first attempt for expert tips.
Observation Errors
Failing to check mirrors before braking, not performing a head-check before lane changes, or not scanning intersections are the single biggest failure points. We train observation as a habit, not an afterthought. See the full list of instant fails on the Victoria driving test.
Roundabout Hesitation
Geelong has a large number of roundabouts throughout the CBD and inner suburbs. Knowing when to give way, when to proceed, and how to exit correctly is something we practise repeatedly until it becomes second nature. We also cover how to improve driving skills at roundabouts.
Parking Technique
Parallel parking is where anxiety peaks for many learners. We break every parking manoeuvre into a numbered sequence of mirror checks, reference points, and steering inputs that work the same way every single time, regardless of the vehicle or street.
Speed Zone Management
Geelong has varied speed environments – school zones, 40km/h shared zones, 100km/h approaches on the Princes Highway, and ringroad merging. We ensure every student knows how to read and respond to speed changes before test day. Explore our highway driving lessons for freeway confidence.
Your Complete Geelong Licence Journey – At a Glance
From Zero to Full Licence: Here’s how your journey looks from start to finish, and how Monika’s Driving School Geelong supports you at every stage.
STAGE 1
Pass the Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) and Hazard Perception Test at VicRoads. Monika's helps you prepare. You receive your L plates and can begin supervised driving.
➡️ Learner Permit Preparation Guide
➡️ Learner Permit Preparation Guide
Driving on Your Ls
STAGE 2
Complete 120 hours of supervised driving (including 20 night hours) if you're under 21. Monika's professional lessons count toward your logbook hours and build the skills you'll need for your test.
➡️ Start Driving on Your Ls
➡️ Start Driving on Your Ls
VicRoads Driving Test
STAGE 3
Book and pass your VicRoads practical assessment. Monika's Geelong test preparation and mock test program is designed to maximise your first-attempt pass rate. Read our guide on what's in the VicRoads driving test.
P1 Licence (Red Ps)
STAGE 4
You've passed! Display your red P plates, follow your P1 passenger restrictions, and build real-world solo driving confidence. Monika's P-plate support lessons are available if you need them.
➡️ P1 Rules & Restrictions
➡️ P1 Rules & Restrictions
P2 Licence (Green Ps)
STAGE 5
After 12 months on P1 without licence loss, apply to VicRoads for your P2 upgrade. No additional test required. Restrictions ease and you can carry passengers freely.
Full Victorian Licence
STAGE 6
After 3 years on P2 (for under-21s), you qualify for a full licence. No test required. Complete freedom on Victorian roads – including those in Geelong and beyond.
Success Stories from Real Students
Watch our students share their driving journey and how Monika’s expert instruction helped them become confident drivers
Areas We Serve Near Geelong
Covering Geelong and All Surrounding Suburbs
Monika’s Driving School provides door-to-door pick-up and drop-off service across Geelong and surrounding suburbs. We come to you wherever you live, work, or study.
Nar Nar Goon North
Garfield
Bunyip North
Beenak
Tynong North
Dewhurst
Bunyip
Tonimbuk
Frequently Asked Questions – Driving School Geelong
Yes. Monika's Driving School covers Geelong and surrounding suburbs including Belmont, Newtown, Corio, Norlane, Lara, and more. We offer convenient door-to-door pick-up and drop-off with every lesson.
Yes. Monika Upadhyay, our lead female driving instructor, is available for lessons in Geelong. She is DIA-accredited, TAE-certified, and holds a current Working with Children Check. Read more about why learners prefer female instructors.
This varies by individual. Learners with supervised practice typically need 5–10 professional lessons focused on test technique. Complete beginners usually require 20–40 lessons. Read our guide: how many lessons do you need to pass your test in Victoria.
Yes. Most students sit their VicRoads test in our modern, well-maintained dual-control vehicle – the same car they've been training in. Familiarity with the car on test day reduces anxiety and significantly improves performance.
Yes. We provide both automatic and manual driving lessons in Geelong. Most learners opt for automatic, but manual lessons are available on request. Read our comparison: manual vs automatic driving lessons.
Call us on +61 433 721 665, email info@monikasdrivingschool.com.au, or use our online contact form. We recommend booking 3–5 days in advance, especially for weekend lessons.
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One Call Away from Starting Your Driving Journey in Geelong
Whether you’re 16 getting your Ls for the first time, a new resident in Geelong, an overseas licence holder, or a P-plater who wants real confidence – Monika’s Driving School Geelong has the patience, expertise, and proven approach to get you there. Stop putting it off.
