ADI Approved Driving Instructor Dún Laoghaire
Professional driving lessons in Dún Laoghaire with a friendly, certified ADI instructor. EDT, pretest, and automatic training at affordable rates, with a focus on quality and your individual progress. Let's team up to sharpen your skills and build confidence behind the wheel.
My Services
About Your Instructor
I'm Ailbhe, an ADI approved driving instructor with many years of experience helping learners across Dún Laoghaire and South Dublin become confident, safe drivers.
My approach is simple: patience, clear communication, and building your confidence at your own pace. I understand that learning to drive can be stressful - whether you're a complete beginner, someone who's struggled with previous instructors, or a nervous driver who needs extra support. I've helped countless students overcome their anxiety and pass their test first time.
What sets my lessons apart is the attention to detail. After each lesson, I send you notes and tips so you can reinforce what you've learned. I explain not just what to do, but why - so driving becomes second nature rather than a list of rules to memorise.
Whether you need full EDT training, pretest preparation, or just a few refresher lessons to rebuild your skills, I'm here to guide you every step of the way.
Why Learn With Me
Patient & Supportive
I never rush or raise my voice. Everyone learns at their own pace, and I adapt my teaching style to suit you - not the other way around.
High First-Time Pass Rate
Many of my students pass their driving test on the first attempt. Proper preparation and building real skills - not just test tricks - gets results.
Notes After Every Lesson
I send you personalised notes and tips after each lesson so you can review and practice between sessions. This extra support makes a real difference.
Great With Nervous Drivers
Had a bad experience with a previous instructor? Feeling anxious about driving? I specialise in helping nervous learners build confidence and overcome their fears.
What My Students Say
"I'm that classic learner who doesn't have their own car and only drove in lessons. Ailbhe took me from someone who clearly couldn't drive to someone who absolutely can. After every lesson, I left feeling more capable and confident - then driving just clicked."
"I passed my driving test first time with the support and guidance of Ailbhe. Her kindness and patience really helped build my confidence as a driver. I've developed a life long skill and have conquered my fear of driving!"
"She explains everything so clearly and is incredibly patient and encouraging. Thanks to her amazing teaching, I passed my test first time! I couldn't recommend Ailbhe enough to anyone learning to drive."
Learner Resources
Helpful guides and information to support your driving journey
Theory Test Guide
Everything you need to know about the driver theory test - format, topics, and how to book.
Theory Test Tips
10 expert tips to help you pass your theory test first time.
Learner Permit Guide
How to apply for your learner permit online or in person, requirements, and costs.
Rules of the Road
Key rules every learner driver needs to know before getting behind the wheel.
Nervous Drivers
Feeling anxious about learning? Learn about my patient, supportive approach.
FAQ
Answers to common questions about lessons, EDT, tests, and more.