Reviews of Approach Driving School (Driving School)

Luzel SP

Thankful for this school I passed my road test yesterday! Fred was an amazing instructor. He’s very professional! He didn’t only teach me the skills especially in parallel parking but also helped build my confidence. It was all worth it. I highly recommend this place!!!

Victoria Gayles

My first class with my driving instructor was amazing, I had Christina she was so calm and patient and very helpful.Christina knew what she was doing and is a great instructor. She left me highly satisfied and I was very pleased with my first day. I recommend Christina as a driving instructor if you need an instructor. I would highly recommend Approach Driving School because the price was reasonable and my overall first day experience was outstanding. The owner of Approach Driving school is so kind and helpful and she is running a great business.

Mamatha S

My instructor was Mobashar Sheik. She is very good Nd friendly , she will teach us according to our mindset . I had my driver license Nd I was nervous to drive, but after completing my 6 hr class with her I started driving very confidently, now am driving . Thanks Mobashar☺.

Michael R.

UPDATE 11/21/2016: Diane had reached back out to us and had not only found the document but had extended an offer to make things right. I feel satisfied with her response. ORIGINAL POST: Came recommended by our Daughter's friend's family. Lost an original copy of our daughter's birth certificate. Offered to pay for replacement copy of the certificate - which is a given. Offered nothing in return for the loss of an original document. Diane knew how many students signed up this week off the top of her head - the second indication that numbers are most important here - not the students or service provided. Do not recommend.

Carolyn Masino

A+ Service- Exceeded my expectations. I needed a car last minute, literally the morning of the driver's test for my daughter. We found out the night before the car we were supposed to use broke down. I tried every family member and friend. I tried calling all the car rental places. I used the emergency text service on their website and they were able to get us a car and practice within hours of her test! Diane at Approach was incredibly pleasant, professional and wonderful! She made my daughter feel comfortable and prepared and she passed her test! Thank you for the amazing service!

L. L.

Better than expected! We came to the school after my daughter failed her driving test on parallel parking. Diane was a true pleasure to deal with, very knowledgeable and assuring. The school offers many flexible options for training which is a great thing, and their pricing is very reasonable. Our instructor was professional and friendly, my daughter passed the test without any stress. Thank you, Diane and the team!

Maria Chen

Horrible cust. service I scheduled on their website for a 4 pm review and car service for 1 month later. They emailed me said they only on up to 3:30pm. I changed the schedule with DMV and let them know 3:30 is fine. Then they sent me another email saying they only do it up to 2:30 pm. Horrible!!! If you only do it up to certain time, why don't spell it out on your website??? Or, that's a way of profiling and refusing services to certain people????

Hope Clary

Lost Birth Certificate & SSN & didnt care! Then found out this has occurred with them before. Please be aware there maybe identity fraud going on here.

Chenjie Xia

My instructor was Mubashra Sheikh. I had 1 hour review class with her. She was very kind and helpful. This $100 was worthwile!

Pamela Appleton

Thank you to instructor Diane. She made herself available last minute, did a 30 minute test review, and we have a licensed teenager in our house now. The last minute booking option is really awesome. I was personally told by DMV that we could use an Enterprise rental, which is totally false. The last minute option saved the day!

Susan Paolazzi

ATTENTION RANDOLPH FAMILIES AND SURROUNDING TOWNS STAY AWAY FROM THIS DRIVING SCHOOL! They loose your original documents with no remorse for the effort it takes to regain them not to mention holding up your child from driving. Diane is only interested in numbers of students she obtains as it was obvious she is unable to handle original documentation from her own lock box to the DMV.

in_awe

The cost to rent a car for the road test is actually really cheap in my opinion. 125$ for a hour lesson along with the car as well as 85$ for half a hour along with the car. The teachers there are really great. They try to make you comfortable and talk about themselves to put you at ease. They give you a lot of tips in parking, driving, stopping, etc. They also walk you along each test point step by step. They give you warnings and tell you what to be aware so as the driver, you are more than prepared. I really want to give my thanks to Diane. She was both gentle and stern throughout her teachings. I was able to pass with the parking technique she taught me. Thank you!

Yankaira Cepeda

i love this school especialy my instructor diane shes an amazing instructor and person she very clear with her class and she will tech you how to drive parelle in seconds shes amazing i recomend this to everybody try diane is amazing

ANUJA GREGIE ELDO

I would totally recommend a review session with Diane if you have test at Randolph..She will give you all tips to be a smart driver..You can never go wrong with her parallel parking tip...Just be punctual coz she is right there on time

Shipra Gosai

My instructor was Mubashra Sheik. She was very gentle and expressive. Though, I knew driving and parking as an amateur but I was weak at some things i.e. making wide left turns and about the steering positions. She taught me how to make your steering straight and move the steering to make an accurate turn so we do not enter the other lane on yellow line. She worked on my weak points and with some attention I was able to get my license in 3rd test. previous 2 times my test center was Wayne and the instructor were not clear and comfortable like Mubashra. Thank you Mubashra, for your your techniques and also making me comfortable as I was really nervous because I was giving the road test for third time. They also have very reasonable price.

Lizzy Moati

I went for my driving test and find out that I cannot use my car because of the middle console did not allowed access to the break. I really wanted to do my test so I saw a car from this driving school and I called them, they came pretty fast and told me it will be $60 which I paid cash. Once the lady arrived she was in such a rush she wanted me to do the test right and there not time to fix and get comfortable with the car or anything. I was obviously nerves and didn't think that is not a good choice so I went for it and failed. The way I was threated and rushed maybe was the cause that I failed or maybe not but just can tell you that in my case they only wanted to cash the money. I wont recommend them at all

Rupesh Patel

I just passed my road test last week and I'm very much Pleased and Happy with Approach Driving School Service. It was a Great experience working with Diane and Mubashara!! Their knowledge was very Informative and were very kind to explain about the process in detail. Diane is a Great Entrepreneur who tries to help the individual in every possible manner and not just think of doing the business. I just took the lesson for 90minutes and Mubashara thought me how to master it. THANK YOU Very Much MUBASHARA and DIANE for the knowledge and support. Rupesh

Timothy Kellem

EXCELLENT SERVICE!!!!! Brought my daughter before her driving road test.. She passed with flying colors!!! High recommended!!! Quality service!!! Excellent results!!!!

Michael Hetherington

This was the best driving school I have ever encountered. Not only did they make me feel at ease before my test but they took me through the steps I needed to pass the test. I would not have a license without them. They not only did all this but they did it with great customer service and a smile.I would recommend approach to anyone looking for a quality driving school.

marva harper

I recommend Approach driving school.Diane Sullivan was so professional and friendly.She made me very relax and confident that I can past my test.Cheered me on and give me a great high five when I was done.

Nick Vespa

I used them to prepare my son for his road test. I told the instructor that he has never even attempted to parallel park so he needed to work on that. The instructor assured me that he had a "method"...I was pretty sure that that may not be possible and then after the 1hr lesson watched him parallel park his way through and passed his test. Great job...Great instructor and the owner Diane is a really nice lady too. A 1 hr lesson right before the test using their car was all it took.

Anthony Orlowski

Very helpful with review before test - and adequate car with proper parking/emergency brake to use as test vehicle. Highly recommended.

Mukhtarali Khatib

Diane is the most wonderful instructor possible. She explains all details with all patience and gives expert tips. The pricing is very reasonable and its great value for money.

Sundari Mohanakrishnan

Very poor experience. I had taken a 2 hr practice test (for $200) yesterday just before my driving practice with an instructor named Bill. I failed my test at parallel parking. But I think I would have written the same review even if I had passed - 1. While teaching parallel parking, he said we don't have to use the right mirror at all at any point of time. I asked him twice if I need to adjust the mirror for my gauge of how far I am from the curb, how straight the car is .. but he emphatically said no and I couldn't override him much 2. Though it was a 2 hour test, he kept asking after 1.5 hrs if I was confident enough to go for the test repeatedly. I think that was very unprofessional and he should have finished the 2 hour slot irrespective of how I was doing! I am not sure if these issues are specific to the instructor or because 2 hr was a rare time anyone would take! Not sure if the driving school conveys these guidelines to them. Every youtube video or website I see for tips of parallel parking clearly talks about using left/right/center mirrors and looking back. I am surprised he actually emphatically said I don't need to use the right mirror at all. Just be careful!

Persephoness Wr

As an adult I was nervous to be on a road I knew next to nothing about, since I grew up on the islands where there was no real need to drive. My instructor, Mubashra Sheik, was very understanding and kind while getting me used to the road and driving. I had cursory knowledge of turning and just driving, but nothing like the amount of info she relayed in a small amount of time. I went in for my test, entirely nervous but capable. I loved that she explained what the test would be like and calmed my fears about being on the highway. Thanks, from Kadyann!

Sumantra Chattopadhyay

I had an excellent experience with Approach Driving School from the first time I had my vision test and filled in the paper work to the six hours with my instructor Mubashra. Mubashra is an excellent instructor who thoroughly goes over all the details and helps if one forgets a step in doing something. I had a great time during my six hours driving instruction with Mubashra and I hope to return to review for my road test next year.

Justin Nielsen

Approach Driving School was a great experience to have. For the 6 hours I had Ray who was great. He made sure to give enough breathing room so you can learn on your own while also knowing when to step in if needed. We also had a great conversation as well. For the review the hour before I had Mubashra who was also great. She was able to refresh everything I needed to pass my test and even improved my turning skills as a plus. Additionally, Diane was also very helpful as she was able to answer any questions I had regarding times, when, and where to get picked up.

Angela Adamson

Told me i could pay in cash a week ago saying it was 100 dollars then called me the day of my road test which is at 1:30 and told me i could only pay in credit card and that it was 125 for the hour review lesson and the car they are probably scam artist so beware please

ANGIE DONNELLY

The Gold Guardian Program was awesome, totally exceeded my expectations! Thank you Diane and Instructor Fred for offering this type of program for young people that learn differently!

Jennifer Dunn

My daughter had a great experience with Approach Driving School. They were very timely, patient, and knowledgeable. They were great on getting back to me and answering my questions. It was very easy to register and a smooth process. As a parent I highly recommend Approach.

Nicci Newsom

My daughter was a nervous wreck the day of her driving test. We taught her to drive ourselves and she is a great driver, but I wanted her to be comfortable with the vehicle she was taking the test in. Diane Sullivan was FANTASTIC. Not only did she fit us in (because I didn't realize she couldn't take the test in my car), she did the review session with my daughter just prior to the actual test. She made her feel comfortable and confident. All that a parent could ask for! My daughter passed the test with absolutely no problems! I highly recommend Approach Driving School!

Paula Augustyniak

These folks are amazing..they work tirelessly and patiently until you pass your test...Fred Eckert Junior was the best...very humorous....gave me great strategies for the driving test...very kind attitude...you helped me gain my confidence. and I passed!!!!Than you all so much !!!

Tracy Badini

My son's instructor, Christina, was very helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend this driving school. Great last minute tips and she even waited an extra 20 minutes because he unexpectedly had to retake the written test. Very grateful for her help.

jill neff

We love Approach Driving School! My son enjoyed working with Don and he was well prepared for his driving test. Don was very responsive to all of our questions and was able to put my son at ease before he took is road test.

Crystal Pineiros

I rented a car and had a thirty minute practice for my driving test at the Randolph DMV with them. My driver instructor was very helpful and reminded of great tips. Fairly priced.

Anonymous

Initially gave this place one stars due to poor communication. They came through in the end. Instructor was good. Helped explain everything to my son, and make him feel less nervous about the exam. Passed with flying colors. Thank you!

Achilles Aslidis

My experience with Approach Driving School was excellent. I did an hour review before my driving test and my intructor, Mubashra, was both very kind and very vivid in her advice. We went through all the compenenta of the driving test together and she made sure I was prepared. In all, it was greatly worth-while and I passed with ease thanks to them!

Oliver F

Mubashra Sheikh is the perfect teacher!! I was able to do a hour practice before testing and w/o any problem passed easily!!! She really knows how to teach you and give you a lot of confidence so you can succeed on the road test.The experience of getting a getting a license driver can be very frustrating with documentation and everything, but I`m happy that in the end could have the opportunity to know this instructor. I highly recommend her to any one and will do so for all my friends.

Muhammad Zubair

Probably the only time I have felt good about going to the DMV. They assigned Mubashra to help me do a review before my test. I had been driving in the US on an international permit, but its not the same when you are giving your test. My parallel parking and K turns were rusty, but she was able to teach me techniques that I was able to grasp within minutes! More than anything, she was very patient with me because I was messing up the first few times. I did just as she told me and I passed the test. Having failed a test before, I feel elated and have to thank the nice lady at Approach. Thank you!

Marla Pereira

My daughter lost her permit, they did the extra paperwork to get her a new one and even offered to come to the DMV if needed. When we had random questions they answered them. They go the extra mile to make sure you pass. Once your 6 hours are done they still stick by you. Much better than the school I used for my older daughter.

Sierra Lynn

I am not the type to make reviews, so when I do, you know I am beyond surprised on how excellent this service is. I have been through many different driving schools, all with negative experiences. But this was the best by far. I did a refresher course for an hour before my road test with Christina. She explained everything amazingly, and she was just overall a great person to be around. If I knew about this driving school from the start, I would’ve passed forever ago she made everything so much better.

Gowtham Burle

I have the pre-test session and also used the car for the road test.. and guess what.. the pre test session was so appropriate, it help me really well during the road test. Thanks for the lessons. I would highly recommend the pre-test session before the actual road test.

Denise Silecchia

Approach Driving School gets you the results you need! After two failed road tests and two not-so-great instructors, I found Approach Driving School for my son, and they made all the difference. From start to finish, the entire experience was a pleasure. Communication was excellent with Diane in the office. My son's instructor, Christina, was amazing. She explained everything in detail so that there were no surprises or difficulties with the road test. She made him feel at ease and sure of himself. She worked on the skills he needed to pass and he did. Thank you, Christina and Approach Driving School. You are the best around!

Michael Mangual

Recently took my driving test with the assistance of this school. I had Bill as my instructor and in an hour he whipped me into shape just before my road test. I was able to easily pass it. Every step of the experience with Diane was easy from the booking to the payment. I highly recommend this school. P.S. Bill parallel parking method is sheer genius, I showed my coworkers my new found parallel parking skills he taught me and they thought I was some sort of wizard.

Debra Taveira

BEWARE DO NOT TRUST YOUR CHILD WITH THIS SCHOOL! The instructor was very harsh and treated my kid as if he should already know how to drive. He talked down to him and made him more nervous then before he got in the car. The instructor was 45 minutes late, LOOKED AT HIS CELL PHONE MULTIPLE TIMES DURING THE LESSON, was supposed to teach for 2 hours and showed up less then an hour and a half later, rushed off without even discussing the lesson and my kid burst into tears as soon as the instructor left. The owner is no better, she jumped to the defense of her employee and never let me explain it from my sons perspective and refused to refund me the half I paid up front and hung up on me when I was trying to explain my sons side. The most unprofessional place I have ever encountered. In response to the business owners reply, it is clearly her driving instructors word against my sons. And my sons dad never said my son has problems with most tasks. That is a blatant lie. My son is a full time student at college, and was on Deans List both semesters at Montclair state University. So if he has issues with "most tasks" I don't think he would be doing so well in college. With that said the owner has proven she took the word of her driver and completely dismissed my concerns and hung up on me. I never said to fire the driver, I simply asked for a refund based on the drivers late arrival, not giving the full time of instruction and his disrespectful nasty treatment of my son. She refused my request, and could care less how my son was treated. I have heard since then, terrible things about this driving school and wanted to be sure I posted this warning. I had since found another school, D&G who were fantastic, kind and patient. I would recommend going to D&G and avoid Approach at all costs.

steven ayoubi

The worst driving school ever! The driving instructor are very Unprofessional and dose not provide you with enough practice on the road to successfully pass the driving test. I had to change instructors three times because how unorganized they are. They would often try to pull cheap tricks to waste time, talking on their phone , texting while teaching which is very Dangerous. I wish I could of read her previous bad reviews and wouldn’t gone to them. Stay away from this driving school!