NZTA-approved instruction with a calm, personalised approach. We bring the dual-controlled car to your door — you bring the nerves, we'll handle the rest.
Above All L's Driving School is committed to courses that fit every skill level and background — backed by a supportive, personalised teaching approach. We offer a full range of driving lesson options across Auckland.
Since founding, our NZTA-approved instructor has helped countless students acquire foundational skills, develop new techniques, and confidently move forward in their learning journey — from complete beginners and learners through to restricted and full licence test candidates.
Whatever stage you're at, there's a course built for it. Every lesson includes the car.
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Perfect if you already have driving experience and want to regain confidence behind the wheel. We'll help you sharpen your skills, brush up on the official NZ Road Code, and get back to being a safe, responsible driver. Recently moved to New Zealand from overseas? This course also covers the latest NZ traffic rules and regulations.
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If you have little to no driving experience, this is your starting line. Sitting behind the wheel for the first time is exciting and nerve-wracking — our goal is to turn that into calm, capable driving. We recommend 2-hour lessons to build confidence and improve faster, and you'll learn in a modified dual-controlled car that we provide.
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Built for anyone preparing for their restricted licence test — the second stage of the NZ graduated driver licensing system. To pass, you need lessons with a qualified instructor and practice with a supervisor between each session. This exam is more challenging, so we'll make sure you're well-prepared with the right level of skill and ability.
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Most Popular
Sitting the full licence test is the final step towards ultimate freedom. You're now a more experienced driver with stronger decision-making, good road awareness, and the ability to handle any traffic situation. As one of our most popular offerings, we recommend signing up as early as possible — it tends to fill up quickly.
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Push your skills, techniques and confidence to a new level in a fun, dynamic way. A simulated practical exam that gets you test-ready — so the real thing feels like familiar ground.
Every lesson includes the vehicle and door-to-door service. Rates can vary slightly with location.
Recommended for beginners to build confidence faster. Door-to-door service. Vehicle provided.
Book ThisEvery rate includes a dual-controlled car · Door-to-door pickup across Central Auckland
In the Philippines, I worked as an Accountant at PLDT and as a Registered Nurse. I have driven extensively in the Philippines and now in New Zealand since we arrived in 2011. I started as a volunteer driving mentor in 2017 and established my own driving school in 2019 — I have been driving for over 30 years. The most fulfilling part of being a driving instructor is when students and their families trust your expertise in helping them learn to drive safely, pass their practical exams, and eventually drive independently all over NZ.
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Worked as a Corporate Marketing Manager for 13 years at Bank of the Philippine Islands and as an Area Manager at Philam Life for 5 years. When we moved to NZ in 2011, I gained experience as an insurance specialist, security specialist, community volunteer for Migrants' Rights and Welfare, basketball coach, and finally a driving coach. The most fulfilling part of being a driving coach for me is when our students pass the practical exam after failing in their initial tries.
Book with Noel →No shortcuts, no gimmicks — just qualified, patient instruction built on real teaching experience and a genuine care for every student's progress.
Start Your JourneySusan Matencio is an NZTA Approved Driving Instructor — officially qualified to prepare you for every stage.
Lessons are aligned with New Zealand's Graduated Driver Licensing System at every stage of the journey.
Every lesson is taught in a modified dual-controlled vehicle — an extra layer of safety while you learn.
We come to you across Central Auckland, up to a 40km radius — no need to arrange your own transport.
Highly recommended! Tita Susan and Coach Noel are really nice, patient and highly competent instructors — especially for those with driving anxiety like me. They genuinely care about their students. I took weekly lessons and went from zero driving experience in NZ to getting my full licence in 2 months!
No — every lesson includes a modified, dual-controlled vehicle that we provide. It's part of the rate for all three lesson lengths.
We're based in Central Auckland and offer door-to-door pickup up to a 40km radius. If you're unsure whether you're in range, just give us a call.
We offer 1-hour ($85), 1.5-hour ($125) and 2-hour ($160) lessons. For beginners, we recommend 2-hour lessons to build confidence and improve your driving skills more quickly.
Absolutely. Our Refresher Course is ideal if you've recently moved here from another country — it covers the latest NZ traffic rules, regulations and the official NZ Road Code.
We run lessons Monday to Saturday, 8am to 6pm. Get in touch by phone or email to find a time that suits you.
Call or email to book your first lesson, ask a question, or check whether you're inside our pickup radius. We'll get you on the road.
Central Auckland, New Zealand — door-to-door lessons up to a 40km radius.
Monday – Saturday
8:00am – 6:00pm
2019 — NZTA approved instruction
