Pass Your Test the First Time!
A to Z
driving school
A to Z Driving School, we help learners of all levels overcome road fears and build driving skills with ease. With over 30 years of experience and one of the highest pass rates in Dublin, we provide calm, personalized lessons to ensure your success.
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Driving Excellence
A to Z Driving School HAS A FANTASTIC SAFETY RECORD.
At A to Z Driving School, we are dedicated to transforming learners into confident, skilled, and responsible drivers. With over 30 years of experience, Tony Sutherland and Carmel halpen , an Approved Driving Instructors certified by the Road Safety Authority (RSA), has been the guiding force behind our students’ success on the roads of Dublin.
Tailored instruction to match your unique learning style and pace, ensuring effective skill development. Join the ranks of our successful students who have passed their driving tests on the first attempt. Learn from Tony Sutherland and Carmel halpen , an Approved Driving Instructors with over 30 years experience and a pass rate of 98% A to Z drivingschool is second to none.
Pre Test Preparation Lessons
Focused sessions aimed at refining your driving abilities and boosting confidence to ensure success in your driving test.
Automatic Driving Lessons
Specialized instruction for those preferring automatic vehicles, simplifying the learning process and enhancing driving proficiency.
Manual Driving
Lessons
Comprehensive training in manual transmission vehicles, providing the skills necessary for complete control and versatility on the road.
What our CLients Say
27-08-2009
Just started driving lessons a while ago, I find Driving lessons with tony are so chilled and easy, there’s no problem if you do mess up! I could not recommend anyone better than tony for starting off lessons with! 😀
28-08-2009
Hi Tony
Congrates on your web site, when i started to learn how to drive and i picked Tony to teach me i couldnt have asked for a better instructer he is kind understanding, funny, witty, makes you feel relaxed while he was teaching me as it can be very frightening at begining but over time you learn to love driving all down to Tony. He is a fantastic Instucter and i would recommend any one to have tony teach them to drive. my son passed his driving test first time down to tony. BECAUSE TONY YOUR SIMPLY THE BEST
22-09-2009
An excellent driving instructor, I really couldn’t of asked for better.
24-08-2009
Congrats Tony!!! I am thankful to Tony for helping me to get used to with the Roads and the Rules of Ireland….. As I was new to the country and wasnt aware of the Rules, He gave me a good practice on the Road and cuz of his expertise in training I got my Irish Licence in one go…..
I was so impressed by him that i acyually have his pic on my FB… 🙂
Thanks Tony!!!
24-08-2009
Thanks for the great lessons Tony
Its been a few years since my lessons but i said id drop by and show my appreciation.
I really learned a lot and Fast!
Thanks
Bryan
25-08-2009
Tony is a great instructor, he is always aware and ready for any situation you may encounter on the road, his years of experience are obvious in that he manages to teach while maintaining a calm and considerate manner. If anyone can teach me how to drive its Tony.
25-08-2009
Tony is a wonderful instructor, although Ive only had 4 lessons with him so far, i feel like Ive learned a lot, He see’s everything and comments on how to improve it immediately 😛
He also taught my sister (She recommended him to me) and she passed her test on the first try.
26-08-2009
Got my driving lessons from Tony .He was brillant. Passed my driving test first time round. i would recommend him to anyone
27-08-2009
I was incredibly nervous of learning to drive, but Tony was brilliant. He calmed me down completely. A fantastic teacher!
27-08-2009
Thanks to tony i passed my driving test 1st time around. He was a really great instructor and great fun to be in the car with.
If you’re thinking about getting lessons, Tony is your man.
27-08-2009
I would highly recomment Tony and A TO Z. Extremely patient, flexible and most importantly, knows what he is doing. He covers everything in lessons and pre tests and makes you feel calm when your under pressure. No complaints what so ever.
Padraig
27-08-2009
tanks for my lessons tony
your so good 4lessons and i passed my full licence
wudnt of done it wit out u.
all your funny jokes calmed my nerves bye now
keep u the great work
x x sonia x x
27-08-2009
nice one tony. i passed my test after 2 pre test s wit you
, your the best goin tony so wit no doubt id recommend you to a friend
27-08-2009
Tony taught me and most of my friends to drive, all of which passed first time. He puts you completely at ease which makes you enjoy your lesson. A brilliant driving instructor, I highly recommend him.
27-08-2009
Hi, I learnt how to drive a few years ago with Tony. Tony is a fantastic instucter, very reliable and puts you at ease no matter how nervous you are! I would certainly recommend Tony, and I passed my test first time around!! Thanks Tony!
28-08-2009
Tonys a great driving instructor and I would recommend him to anyone whos thinking of learning to drive. He’s calm, patient and very thorough so you learn quickly and feel at ease which makes a brilliant driving instructor!
28-08-2009
Passed my driving test with A-Z first time, my driving skill and confidence improved greatly with Tony’s instruction. His knowledge and friendly way of teaching makes the lessons very enjoyable. I would reccommend A-Z to anyone. Thanks Tony you’re a legend.
28-08-2009
Tony is a fantastic driving instructor who is patient and relaxed, which is really helpful when you are first learning to drive. I had all my lessons with him, from when I first began to drive and I passed my test first time. I can honestly say that I think that this was entirely down to Tony’s expertise. I would (and do) recommend him to anyone. Thanks Tony! 🙂
28-08-2009
Thanks very much tony for helping me pass my test. only needed 3 lessons and i passed the test with no marks against me, i had failed it 3 times previous 2 meetin tony. i would recommend tony to anybody as he makes u feel
at ease when your driving which helps u eleminate your mistakes and bad habbits best of luck
dario
28-08-2009
Passed my test first time with Tony.
Excellent driving instructor made me fell as ease while driving, and he is very very funny which helps!! haha
Could not recommend a more professional driving instructor than Tony absolutly brilliant!
September 2, 2009 at 1:05 am
Passed my test first tiime after taking lessons with Tony. Tony is a wonderful instructor and he helps to make you feel very at ease and is very patient and puts you right when you make mistakes. I would highly recommend him to anyone. Thanks Tony.
Regards
BaR
September 3, 2009 at 1:58 pm
I had been to two other driving instructors before I went to Tony and he was the best by a long shot. I would definitely recommend him to any of my friends or relatives. He has a natural ability to make you feel at ease in the car and you’ll be amazed at how much you can learn from him (while also having a laugh along the way)
Best of luck in the future Tony and thanks again for all your help.
October 6, 2009 at 1:00 pm
I recently passed my test thanks to Tony. I heard about him from friends who had all passed the first time under Tonys instruction. I had to basically learn to drive again as i had so many bad habits. I started pre-test two weeks before my test and Tony taught me everything I needed to know. He is a brilliant teacher and I would recommend him to anyone.
October 7, 2009 at 8:40 pm
I past my test First time with Tony. He is an excellent instructer, very clear
instructions and patient with you when you make a mistake.
I would recommend him to anyone who wants to learn fast.
Thanks for all the help tony.
regards
NIall
October 14, 2009 at 2:51 pm
When I started people wouldn’t give me a stick to drive cattle, I was a nervous wreak, never thought I’d get on the road. Then i took my lessons With Tony, He make you feel so relaxed and confidant. A brilliant driving instructor and a wonderful man. Thanks Pal
November 10, 2009 at 8:23 pm
I’m the first to admit that I was a nervous starter, but Tony put me at my ease straight away – I couldn’t believe that by the end of my first lesson I was out on the open road! And he was always able to laugh and joke at any hiccups (there weren’t many!) He’s taught two of my family, who both passed their test first time – I’d recommend him to anyone. Thanks Tony! Aoife
December 2, 2009 at 11:43 am
Tony is an absolute HERO ! I passed my test first time ! best driving instructor around, lessons are relaxed and fun I’d definitely recommend him to everyone ! I had 2 lessons with another driving school before switching to tony the other instructors weren’t half as good as Tony ! thanks Tony you’re a legend ! 🙂
December 8, 2009 at 12:04 pm
Tony is a absolutely fab driving instructor! He made the whole learning to drive experience relaxed and enjoyable with his good humour and wit. He is an extremely patient instructor and in my case instilled in me belief in my ability to pass the driving test. I had lessons with another driving school prior to Tony being recommended to me by a number of my neighbours who passed their test with Tony as their instructor. There definitely is no comparison. I would definitely recommend Tony if you are a learning driver. Thanks a million Tony!!!! I passed my driving test!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Val
December 18, 2009 at 7:27 pm
I passed my driving test after 4 pretest lessons with Tony. I felt confident going for it after Tony’s help. He went through everything in great detail. He’s very calm and patient. He really knows his stuff and doesnt miss anything. I’d recommend him to anyone.
January 29, 2010 at 11:00 am
I just passed my test after 4 pretest lesssons with Tony! An amazing teacher and not just because I passed. Having Tony teach you is having the most experienced, patient, and calming person deliver the most content rich lessons out there. I’ve had other teachers – all good – but Tony brings a higher standard of teaching. Not only would I recommend him I would insist that any one I know ensure they have their lessons from him! 🙂
February 19, 2010 at 7:20 pm
I just passed my test today after 3 lessons with Tony:) it was my 4th time so I was nervous and I wanted to pass so much that now I`m very happy. Before I contact with Tony I had pre test lessons with 3 other teachers – and the result was always the same…- failed:(
so I`d recommend Tony straight away:) just the best! thanks:)
February 25, 2010 at 12:26 am
Tony was recommended to me by a good friend who passed her test the first time with him. I’ve had four lessons with Tony so far and have really enjoyed them! I was very nervous driving for the first time but Tony made me feel very comfortable and at ease. I would definitely recommend him to anyone I know looking for a reliable and patient driving instructor!
March 6, 2010 at 9:59 am
Went to Tony as a complete (nervous) beginner & couldn’t have been happier. Puts you at ease and builds your confidence from lesson one. Past the exam first time yesterday in Finglas so thanks a million Tony, I’ll be recommending you to anyone with L plates!
Cheers Conor, Navan Road, D7
March 6, 2010 at 3:09 pm
Tony was recommended to me by my sister. And i would recommend him to anyone. Whether a new driver or someone just looking to brush up on your driving before a test.
He is a very good instructor. It is a very relaxed athmosphere with tony, and a lot of fun too. He thought me how to drive initially (4 lessons is all it took). And again i took a few lessons with him pre-test and i passed it thanks to him.
March 11, 2010 at 6:06 pm
Tony is a brilliant driving instructor! He is highly punctual and very accommodating at short notice. His knowledge of test roots is undoubtable, which helps greatly for pre test preparation. His attention to detail is extremely helpful and key for a successful test There is a calm relaxed atmosphere every time you sit into the car with him, which is down to his light hearted personality. I would highly reccommend Tony to anyone, learner or otherwise.
Thanks for all the help tony.
regards,
Keith
March 14, 2010 at 7:09 pm
I’ve only just started driving lessons with tony, as a nervous starter, tony always relaxes me before i start that now i look forward to my lessons. I even have 3 booked with him this week alone, really happy with the service Tony is providing me and really happy with how i’m progressing.
March 14, 2010 at 7:28 pm
A friend recommended Tony to me and I was very right to follow her advise. I got my driving licence years ago and never really drove. Tony taught me everything really quickly. He is a fantastic teacher, very clear, professional and calm and the way he teaches particular skills is excellent. I had never though I would be able to drive on my own, feel in control of the car and enjoy it too! Now I do actually like to drive and it’s great! Thanks a mill Tony and all the best!
Joanna
March 30, 2010 at 11:52 am
was sooo nervous starting to drive now!but tony makes uou feel so at ease,have had 8 lessons now and cant believe im actually out on the road now!!thanx million tony =0)
May 26, 2010 at 10:06 am
Passed last week all because of Tony. Started off with no clue how to drive and Tony taught me everything. Would recommend him to anybody because he makes driving seem so easy and he’s a very funny man aswell 🙂 Thanks for everything Tony.
August 9, 2010 at 4:38 pm
Just after passing my test with tony after a few lessons. His style of teaching is a lot more relaxed and hands on than other instructors i’ve heard of. I thoroughly enjoyed learning to drive with Tony and would highly reccomend him to anybody who is considering starting to learn how to drive.
August 11, 2010 at 1:16 pm
Just passed my test today, am delighted cos I was so nervous, thanks to Tony for great instruction and patience. I would strongly recommend him especially to my sons when they start learning how to drive. Thanks again Tony
September 15, 2010 at 5:13 pm
I started doing pretests with Tony a week and a half before my test. I basically needed to start from scratch as I had never had a proper driving lesson before. I would recommend Tony to anybody because he is the best. The second I sat in the car he said it was no longer my driving test it was ours. He has such patience and makes you feel at ease. Thank you Tony for all your help couldn’t have passed our test without you! (“,)
November 24, 2010 at 8:52 pm
Tony was recommended to me by a friend who passed his test the first time. I was delighted after 13 lessons with Tony, I passed my test the first time as well. I found Tony to be extremely professional and has a great teaching style. I had taken lessons with another instructor, but found that Tony had a real insight into what the examiners would be looking for in the test. Thank you Tony! It is SO wonderful to have my license!
November 28, 2010 at 9:35 pm
i would recommend tony to everyone i was such a nervous driver and i took pre test lessons with tony after my aunty recommended him to me tony helped me become confident and believe in my self that i could past my test and i did i would not of being able to pass it without his help.. thank you tony 🙂
November 28, 2010 at 9:35 pm
After failing my test 9 times over the past 10 years I was pretty much a nervous wreck at the thought of ever taking a test again. Tony was then recommended to me & I passed no problem with only two faults on my test sheet & an examiner who couldn’t believe that I’d failed so often. The improvement in my driving & confidence is purely down to Tony’s teaching methods. I’d highly recommend him to anyone.
January 24, 2011 at 7:19 pm
If someone had told me a few months ago that I’d pass my test first time I wouldn’t have been able to take them seriously, I was really really nervous about driving and even just after I had booked my first lesson with Tony I thought about cancelling just because I didn’t think I was somebody that could learn to drive. Tony was so calm and patient even when I repeated my mistakes over and over again. He was so easygoing and funny too that my nerves weren’t able to get in the way of me learning to drive properly. Today I passed my test first time and I’m finding it hard to believe that a few months ago all I knew how to use in a car was a seatbelt! I’m really glad I didn’t give up on learning to drive before I’d even started and I’m really really glad I got Tony to teach me, Thanks so much for everything Tony, Caoimhe 🙂
January 26, 2011 at 12:32 pm
I just passed my test today, 1st time and all, thanks to Tony’s help! His relaxed attitude helped to calm my nerves and made me a more confident driver… I never would’ve passed without his help! Thanks for everything Tony 🙂
February 9, 2011 at 9:19 pm
Tony is the best in the business!! I passed my test 1st time thanks to Tony! His chilled out attitude really does help when you are learning! Coming up 2 the test he left no stone unturned and covers all areas of the test in full!
I would nearly just book another lesson with him to have the craic!!!
Thank you Tony!
March 11, 2011 at 12:57 pm
I just passed my test today, first time, in the finglas test centre. Tony is an
excellent instructor, he gives very clear instructions and
patient with you when you make a mistake. I would recommend him
to anyone who wants to learn fast.
Tony you’re a legend !! 🙂
March 29, 2011 at 6:53 pm
I had my driving test yesterday in Finglas and passed first time. Tony is a brilliant instructor. He is very patient and gives you so much confidence he really makes you believe in yourself, he is really chilled out and this definitely helped because i was a nervous wreck before the test. I cant give him enough praise. Hes just an amazing teacher. I would recommend Tony to anyone. I wouldnt of passed without his help!
Thanks again Tony!! 🙂
May 18, 2011 at 8:28 pm
I passed my test in Finglas yesterday and I want to thank Tony for his endless patience and the thoroughness of his lessons. He is such a great teacher and very professional as well as putting a nervous pupil like me at ease. My daughter passed her test also after lessons with Tony and my younger daughter is about to start her driving lessons with him so you can see I can’t recommend Tony highly enough. Thanks a million.
Marian G
May 21, 2011 at 6:59 pm
Tony is simply the best. He should win an award for his endless patience, and his ability to give confidence to even the most nervous of drivers. He is a natural teacher and communicator. He is the king of calm, and is perfect for beginners. Both my sister and I passed our tests first time, all owing to Tony’s skills. The best part is that the lessons are always fun. I can’t recommend him enough. Thanks for everything Tony, I miss ya already.
May 26, 2011 at 9:32 am
Hi. i done my lessons wit tony and a pre test also, done my test yesterday and passed 1st time.. just want to thank tony for every thing and i would highly recommend him to any one
thanks again tony
1st timer bob ha
June 21, 2011 at 9:48 am
I did my first driving test 3 weeks ago using another driving instructor and failed but after just 1 lesson and 2 pretests with Tony I felt calmer and more relaxed about the test. He came in to me before the test and calmed my nerves. Its really fun and easy to drive with Tony and I really recommend him for anyone looking to pass their test with ease. Thanks a mill Tony 😀
July 16, 2011 at 11:18 am
I got my tesy last week:) HAPPY!!!!
I have learned how to drive with Tony from the very beginning. Started as a very nervous pupil and ended up being rather confident driver:)
I dont’ know about other instructors but I’m sure I will recommend him to my friends. The best one to me!
I had a great time Tony, Thank you very much
July 16, 2011 at 11:22 am
Tony is a fantastic instructor! I didn’t feel at all comfortable before my pretests with him but after just two hours wth him i went and passed my test! Absolute gentleman! I’d recommend him to anyone!
July 19, 2011 at 10:33 pm
In January 2011, I got into Tony’s AtoZ Driving car and was sitting in a driving seat for the first time in my whole life. Six months later, I passed my test in the Finglas test centre. In the intervening months, Tony brought me from being terrified, awkward and skeptical of my own abilities to being a confident driver who can pack her two baby boys into the back of the car and head off wherever our mood takes us. Learning to drive with Tony and subsequently passing my test has changed my life, giving me a liberty that I will never take for granted, having known life reliant upon public transport. On top of that, Tony has been a great pal and we’ve had many meaningful and heartfelt conversations about life and the universe on our weekly road trips. Thank you Tony, you are invaluable. x Ellie
August 27, 2011 at 5:16 pm
Tony,
Thanks so much for all your help. I wouldnt have been able to do it without you….you calmed my nerves right down and you know how nervous I was 🙂 I’ll definitely recommend you to everyone I know…I couldn’t think of anyone better to teach someone to drive 🙂
Thanks again,
Deirdre
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