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Making it easy to get your driver's licence

A1 Alphastar is a locally and accredited driving school that has provides professional driving lessons, and have trained and serviced hundreds of people around Adelaide since 2009.

Making it easy to get your driver's licence

A1 Alphastar is a locally and accredited driving school that has provides professional driving lessons, and have trained and serviced hundreds of people around Adelaide since 2009.

Making it easy to get your driver's licence

A1 Alphastar is a locally and accredited driving school that has provides professional driving lessons, and have trained and serviced hundreds of people around Adelaide since 2009.

Learning at your own pace never been easier.

We have trained many students from different backgrounds, levels, and ages to successfully become safe drivers.

At A1Alphastar driving school, we focus on three things to build our students:

  1. Skills
  2. Knowledge
  3. Confidence

 

Our aim is to train and build safe drivers according to SA government standards. Our examiner and driving instructor are of the highest standards and hold the following:

  • A current police clearance
  • DCSI Child-related employment screening check work with children safe policy
  • public and liability insurance

 

We take part in regular training and development to ensure our customer quality service through A1Alphastar.

Our Driving Instructors have also completed training and signed up to the Autism Friendly Charter with Autism SA.

By signing up to the Charter, our instructors have an awareness and understanding of how to provide an inclusive and supportive environment for people living with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder).
Also we are members of ADTA SA

Our Mission

To deliver the best and highest standards of driving skills, and knowledge of the road law and minimise the risk of the road dangerous drivers!
We want to see more safe drivers on the road and to see responsible and safe drivers on the roads!

Our Values

Provide the highest quality of training to our students

Provide exceptional customer service and professionalism in everything we do.

Committed to giving every one of our students the attention they require to successfully achieve their goal to become safe and confident drivers

Encourage our customers to be models of excellence to the public in driving behaviour and lead by example as safe drivers.

Learning at your own pace never been easier.

We have trained many students from different backgrounds, levels, and ages to successfully become safe drivers.

At A1Alphastar driving school, we focus on three things to build our students:

  1. Skills
  2. Knowledge
  3. Confidence

 

Our aim is to train and build safe drivers according to SA government standards. Our examiner and driving instructor are of the highest standards and hold the following:

  • A current police clearance
  • DCSI Child-related employment screening check work with children safe policy
  • public and liability insurance

 

We take part in regular training and development to ensure our customer quality service through A1Alphastar.

Our Mission

To deliver the best and highest standards of driving skills, knowledge of the road law and minimiser the risk of the road dangerous drivers!
We want to see more safe drivers on the road and to see responsible and safe drivers on the roads!

Our Driving Instructors have also completed training and signed up to the Autism Friendly Charter with Autism SA.

By signing up to the Charter, our instructors have an awareness and understanding of how to provide an inclusive and supportive environment for people living with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder).
Also we are members of ADTA SA

Our Values

Provide the highest quality of training to our students

Provide exceptional customer service and professionalism in everything we do.

Committed to giving every one of our students the attention they require to successfully achieve their goal to become safe and confident drivers

Encourage our customers to be models of excellence to the public in driving behaviour and lead by example as safe drivers.

Our Services & Prices

VORT Initial Assessment
60-mins lesson

Before you take your VORT Test make sure your instructor will prepare you for your VORT test.

A VORT with an examiner takes about 45 minutes and involves general driving and the successful completion of 5 low-speed maneuvers

The examiner will also be observing your overall control of the vehicle.
The VORT is passed or fail, so it’s important to experience as much supervised driving practice as possible before taking this test.

It’s important to know:

  • Your VORT examiner must be different to your driver training instructor.
  • Breaking any road rule during a VORT results in an immediate fail.
  • Passing a VORT requires a minimum 90% mark. This can be a combination of the 5 low-speed manoeuvres and general driving.
  • For L licence If you fail you must wait 14 days before attempting another VORT.

To get your provisional licence you will also need to complete at least 75 hours of supervised driving, including 15 hours at night (to be recorded in your log book).

60 minutes Initial Assessment Session
$

140

  • 1 x 45 minutes Initial Assessment Session
  • Pick up and drop off from agreed locations

CBT&A and VORT Driving lessons for beginners
90-mins lesson

Competency Based Training and Assessment (CBT&A) is more commonly known as the logbook method.

This process allows you to naturally progress and builds your skills at your own pace. A1 AlphaStar qualified driving instructors will help you develop skills by identifying gaps and working to achieve the best outcomes.

As you successfully complete each of the 30 required tasks, this will be recorded by your instructor.

It’s important to know:

If you change instructors during logbook training, your new instructor will need to check you in the task that you had finished before if you can successfully perform any skills that have already been signed off according to Government Standards required by Service SA.

90 minutes Driving Lesson
$

165

  • 1 x 90-minute Driving Lesson
  • Pick up and drop off from agreed locations
90 minutes Driving Lesson x 5​
$

825

  • 5 x 90-minute Driving Lesson
  • Pick up and drop off from agreed locations
90 minutes Driving Lesson x 10
$

1,650

  • 10 x 90-minute Driving Lesson
  • Pick up and drop off from agreed locations
Deposit for Test
$

200

  • To confirm the booking of your test

Defensive Driving

Defensive driving training can also help you to improve your driving skills to be safer in the roads, Minimise the danger of the roads and minimise the risk and you can avoid accidents!

Taking a defensive driving course will give you the necessary driving experience to be able to handle emergencies that occur while driving.

Defensive training will teach you how to always be aware on the road and any possible situations where you might need to use your emergency braking in the safest way!

180 minutes Defensive Driving Session
$

400

  • 3 x 60 minutes Defensive Driving Session
  • City / Country /Gravel Road Conditions
  • Pick up and drop off from agreed locations

International Licence Conversion

If you’re moving to South Australia and you want to make sure you’re driving safely and legally, then our driving instructors can help you better understand SA’s road rules and help you to become confident driver on the road.

60 minutes International Licence Conversion Session
$

140

  • 1 x 60 minutes Assessment session
  • Pick up and drop off from agreed locations

Refresher lessons for Seniors

A 60-minute lesson with one of our instructors will help refresh your driving skills and give you confidence knowing you’re up to date with the latest road rules and regulations.

60 minutes Refresher Driving Session
$

140

  • 1 x 60 minutes Refresher Driving Session
  • Pick up and drop off from agreed locations

Service Coverage Map

Important steps to earning a full licence in SA

1. Earning your Ls

To get a learner’s permit, you’ll need to complete a 2-part theory test at Service SA.

Part A: Correctly answer all 8 giveaway questions to move on to Part B.

Part B: Correctly answer at least 32 of 42 multiple choice questions on road rules and safety.

2. Earning your P1s

You’ll need to have held a valid learner’s permit for at least 12 months.

Log at least 75 hours’ driving (including 15 at night) with a qualified supervising driver.

Complete all the requirements of Log book (CBT&A) training or pass a VORT test.

Successfully complete a Hazard Perception Test at Service SA.

3. Earning your P2s

You can apply for your P2 licence once you’ve held your P1s for 12 months.

You no longer must display your P-plates, but most of the provisional licence conditions still apply.

4. Full licence

After 2 years on your P2 licence, you can apply for your full licence.

Safe and happy driving!

About Us

Nas Essid
Driving Instructor

Nas is a husband and a father who wants to serve the community through teaching sports and driving. He is a very social person and enjoys meeting new people and talking with them. Nas is a very grateful person and is always thanking the kind people that have helped him in the past and always wants to help others as others helped him in life. Nas is passionate about coaching and giving new opportunities to young and senior soccer players.

Nas learned from the best driving instructors and learned the importance of safe driving for life as he tries to implement this in his students. He wants to see all students become safe drivers to have safer roads. He doesn’t take shortcuts while teaching as he takes his job very seriously in a professional manner and teaches students as he would want his son or daughter to be taught.

He maintains good communication with previous and current students and is always ready to help in areas other than driving through his extensive network.

What Our Clients Say

"Nas is a great instructor, and was very patient. He made me feel confident behind the wheel. Whenever I made mistakes, he would explain what I was doing wrong and how to correct it. At times I had difficulty in getting some things right, but he knew exactly how to deal with me by taking a short break and boosting my confidence with an encouraging talk. I have failed the VORT twice before, so I decided to take CBT lessons with Nas. I have learned a lot, the lessons are of high quality, detailed and very useful and relevant to everyday driving situations. After completing my final drive I was "luckily" selected for a re-test with a government examiner. This was no worries, as I had been taught well! It was raining heavily on my test day but I am not surprised that I passed due to my instruction from Nas. I will recommend Nas to anyone who is looking for CBT lessons, they will definitely get their money's worth!"
Dwight
Camden Park
"I recently finished and passed by CBT test with Nas after a long, long journey to get my licence! Nas was incredibly kind, gentle and patient every step of the way, which was exactly what I needed to boost my confidence. He sought to not only teach me what was necessary to pass, but also how to be as safe, relaxed and skilled at driving as I could be. I developed a great friendship and rapport with him because of his friendly and positive personality, and I will miss seeing him on a weekly basis now that our lessons have finished! He was a phenomenal driving instructor who I would recommend to absolutely anyone. Thank you so much Nas!"
Alissa
Glenelg
"I would just like to say that the learning experience I had with my instructor Nas was great. I came from China and have had my Chinese licence for about 8 years now, but driving in Australia is still new to me, but thanks to Nas I finished the CBT within about 3 months. The learning process was great and Nas helped me to correct my bad driving habits and help me become familiar with all the Australian road rules. Thank you so much!"
Xiwei
"I am a former student of A1 Alphastar Driving School. I am very happy with the outcome of my lessons, thanks to my instructor Nas! Having my provisional licence is very exciting and thanks to Nas I feel safe whenever I am driving now. I would honestly recommend him to anyone as a driving instructor because of his positive attitude and professionalism. Thanks Nas!"
Valerie
"Many thanks to A1 Alphastar Driving School, and especially to my instructor, Nas. I passed the test because of the skills that he taught me, and I just got my driver's licence yesterday. At the personal level, I had many bad driving habits which Nas helped me correct, and I learnt many new good habits. I would definitely recommend A1 Alphastar Driving School to anyone who needs a South Australian licence."
Mansour
Sturt
"I passed the driving test today with Nas and I just want to say that he is such a professional and trusting person. He supported me all the way and kept on assuring me that everything would be fine. I was so stressed and couldn't believe that I could make it, but thanks to Nas and his professional attitude I did it. I would truly recommend him to all my friends and anyone else who needs a great driving instructor. Thank you Nas!"
Abir El-Dik
"I am very happy and proud that I completed the training and passed the CBT driving test with my instructor Nas. I started with a little experience with the principles of driving but now I've really got a lot of experience in the assets of driving. This is a good opportunity to extend an invitation to those who wish to attend A1 Alphastar Driving School with Nas, and I'm sure they will find a professional and polite instructor and also gain experience and learn to drive properly."
Aseel
Eastwood
"I would like to thank my driving instructor, Nas, and all the members of A1 Alphastar Driving School, through which I got a full South Australian licence recently. It is a great achievement for me. I am especially thankful to Nas, who taught me good driving skills and helped me to build up my confidence in driving, which is very important. To get a good driving school and good driving instructor is beyond the money. It makes a big difference in our life."
Rajendra
Seacombe Gardens
"I am very grateful to my excellent instructor at A1 Alphastar, Nas, who didn't give me any pressure and helped me until I had finished my CBT comfortably and smoothly. He taught me to be a good driver with extra skills. He has been there consistently to support me in transferring my licence, helping me to progress quickly and obtaining a new South Australian licence, so therefore I am very pleased. I would highly recommend A1 Alphastar for any Learner driver, especially those who have an international licence and want to get a South Australian one. As one of the other students said, he is very patient,polite and professional!"
Omar
Adelaide CBD
"I have read the other testimonials, and I agree with them, in particular on Nas' personal quality of patience. Nas taught my wife who is not only new to driving, but new to Australia and new to English as well. My wife recently obtained her 'P' licence after doing a CBT assessment course with Nas, and it goes without saying, she is very happy. Nas not only gets a triple-A rating, but also a triple-P (patient, polite, professional)."
Sid
Edwardstown

Faq's

We provide 1.5hours lessons. It allows students to practice certain tasks and to achieve competency on the day. So, the student can complete the training faster and save money.

Even though you have driven for many years in another country, or have been driving in Australia, you will have to meet the high standards set by SA government to pass the test. You may find that you will need some time to achieve the standards.

Yes, if it’s within the Service Coverage Area, but you need to make sure to communicate with your driver instructor.

The number of lessons varies on how quickly each- individual reaches the required competency standard. Your instructor will advise you on which method, either VORT or CBT will be best for you after he will assess your level of drive.

If you have no driving experience at all, we recommend at least 7 to 10 sessions of driving lessons with an accredited driving instructor. For less confident learners, we all learn at different speeds, and it is important to make sure you have a handle on what you’ve been taught in your driving lessons, not just for your driver’s test, but to be a safe and competent driver on the road.

Of course! Many existing driver’s licence holders book driving lessons to refresh their skills or build up some more confidence, especially if they have spent some time not driving. We recommend about 3-5 lessons of driving instruction in cases like this.

It is always good to catch up with the new road law and to be safe in the road

Yes, we can train and prepare you to be safe driver on the roads and build your skills up for the test for more info please contact us?

We provide 1.5hours lessons. It allows students to practice certain tasks and to achieve competency on the day. So, the student can complete the training faster and save money.

Even though you have driven for many years in another country, or have been driving in Australia, you will have to meet the high standards set by SA government to pass the test. You may find that you will need some time to achieve the standards.

Yes, if it’s within the Service Coverage Area, but you need to make sure to communicate with your driver instructor.

The number of lessons varies on how quickly each- individual reaches the required competency standard. Your instructor will advise you on which method, either VORT or CBT will be best for you after he will assess your level of drive.

If you have no driving experience at all, we recommend at least 7 to 10 sessions of driving lessons with an accredited driving instructor. For less confident learners, we all learn at different speeds, and it is important to make sure you have a handle on what you’ve been taught in your driving lessons, not just for your driver’s test, but to be a safe and competent driver on the road.

Of course! Many existing driver’s licence holders book driving lessons to refresh their skills or build up some more confidence, especially if they have spent some time not driving. We recommend about 3-5 lessons of driving instruction in cases like this.

It is always good to catch up with the new road law and to be safe in the road

Yes, we can train and prepare you to be safe driver on the roads and build your skills up for the test for more info please contact us?

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Book Now

If you’re ready to make a booking, please call us or use the form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

(Please use the same name as it is on your driver’s licence)
If you would like to be picked up from somewhere other than your home, please include details about exactly where you would like us to meet you (such as in the car park or at the front gate etc.).
After clicking “Book Now”, you will be taken to the Square Payment Portal to Book and Pay for your lesson(s)

If you’re ready to make a booking, please call us or use the form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

New Customer
(Please use the same name as it is on your driver’s licence)
If you would like to be picked up from somewhere other than your home, please include details about exactly where you would like us to meet you (such as in the car park or at the front gate etc.).
After clicking “Submit Booking”, you will be taken to the Square Payment Portal to Book and Pay for your lesson(s)
(Please use the same name as it is on your driver’s licence)
If you would like to be picked up from somewhere other than your home, please include details about exactly where you would like us to meet you (such as in the car park or at the front gate etc.).
After clicking “Submit Booking”, you will be taken to the Square Payment Portal to Book and Pay for your lesson(s)
(Please use the same name as it is on your driver’s licence)
If you would like to be picked up from somewhere other than your home, please include details about exactly where you would like us to meet you (such as in the car park or at the front gate etc.).
After clicking “Submit Booking”, you will be taken to the Square Payment Portal to Book and Pay for your lesson(s)