Friendly Driving School

Fantastic experience: I took a lesson with Nina the day before my exam and she gave me really insightful tips and a really good lesson that definitely helped me pass my test. She's a great instructor definitely book with her!!!

Fantastic experience: Nina is wonderful and taught me everything I needed to pass my N! Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Nina is a calm caring instructor. She really helped my son pass on his first attempt.

Fantastic experience: Nina is amazing! She taught both our daughters how to drive safely and defensively and it gives me lots of comfort knowing they have been taught by the best. Highly recommend Nina.

Fantastic experience: Nina is an excellent instructor—patient, clear, and supportive. She made learning easy, and I passed my test on the first try. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Very helpful and very friendly!

Fantastic experience: Nina was amazing. Very kind and professional. I highly recommend her and Friendly Driving School. Thank you Nina!

Fantastic experience: I would like to thank Nina and also highly recommend her, she is a great instructor! My English is not good, but she tried to explain and teach me how to pass the exam correctly. Thanks to her, I passed the exam on the first try.

Fantastic experience: Nina was pivotal in the process to change my license from South African to Canadian. Nina understood the situation and was super helpful. Nina is patient, gives clear instructions and has helpful hints. I aced the test on my first attempt and I cannot recommend her services enough. Five star indeed.

Fantastic experience: Today, I passed my N test on the first try after just three lessons with Nina. She made me a much more confident driver, even though I usually get really nervous. ICBC even complimented my parallel parking and reversing—both things I could barely do a week ago. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Nina is the best driving instructor. I highly recommend Friendly Driving School to anyone who wants to learn to drive in Squamish.

Fantastic experience: Hello, I wanted to share my excellent experience with Nina. She is a professional and patient driving instructor who taught me all the necessary points with great precision. Thanks to her, I was able to get my driver’s license. If you’re looking for an outstanding driving instructor, I highly recommend Nina.

Fantastic experience: Nina was fantastic! Patient and supportive throughout all of our sessions! She responded with kindness and warmth! Passed my N test on the first try due to her lessons! 100% recommend!

Fantastic experience: Nina was an excellent instructor and taught me well on how to pass my driving test. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Nina helped me get my license in 2003 and now she helped my son get his license in 2024. She’s an amazing instructor and I would recommend her to anyone who needs driving lessons.

Fantastic experience: As someone with anxiety, who was learning to drive as an adult, Nina was an amazing instructor! She was patient and calm and understanding. She taught me the skills I needed to become a confident and competent driver. After my road test, even the instructor commented "Great driving! You must have had Nina as an instructor." 10/10 recommend. Thank you Nina!!

Fantastic experience: If you are in the market for a driving instructor I would highly recommend Nina. She taught me so much and without her I don't think I would’ve passed the test on the first try. The results speak for themselves

Fantastic experience: Nina was an extremely helpful driving instructor. She gave me the best advice to apply to my driving and without her help I wouldn’t have made it through on the test.

Fantastic experience: Nina's a great driving instructor. Very detailed and thorough in her explanations and all around a kind person! Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Cannot recommend Nina enough. She has so much patience and care when teaching. I was extremely nervous and she got me through to pass the first time! So thankful to have found her.

Fantastic experience: Nina is an amazing teacher she helped me so much and made everything so simple. Always making sure you’re safe and comfortable while driving. She also makes sure that you are prepared for everything on the road. She is the best driving teacher

Fantastic experience: Nina is exactly what the name of her driving school implies... friendly and approachable. Nina knows what the examiner would be looking for and prepared my wife to pass her test which she did. Nina is patient and competent and the reason my wife passed today. Thank you Nina for being so helpful and accommodating.

Fantastic experience: My whole family took lesson from her, and all passed on the first take!. Thank You So Much

Fantastic experience: Nina is a great teacher, and was able to help me pass my test with ease and confidence. Thank you Nina!

Fantastic experience: Nina helped me feel confident and comfortable on the roads. Helped me pass my N test

Fantastic experience: Nina is an incredible instructor, and person. She goes the extra mile with scheduling, patient teaching, and deeply cares about ensuring you pass. If you’d like to learn from an amazing, compassionate instructor, and become a safe, competent driver, you can’t do better than Friendly Driving School. Knowledgeable, reassuring, calm, encouraging. Thanks so much forever, Nina! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Fantastic experience: Nina is very professional, she'll give you all the tips, directions and show the correct dirvi g directions so you can successfully pass your driving test, I used her car for the test, ecxelent service.

Fantastic experience: Amazing driving lessons. Nina helped me feel confident and pass my road test first try.

Fantastic experience: Nina is amazing I think the reason I passed my test on the first try! She knew what would be on the test and what to teach me she also taught things in a way that made them seem less complicated. If you are thinking about getting lessons do it they are so helpful!

Fantastic experience: Nina is excellent at her job. Amazing driving instructor. I would give her 10 stars if I could. I took 3 hours with her prior to taking the test and I passed first try! She made me feel so confident and comfortable about my driving. She is the best.

Fantastic experience: I can not thank Nina enough to help me to be a confident and safe driver. I failed twice in a road test for my Class 5 L (since I am international) and one of the ICBC lady told me to get a lesson with Nina prior to take a test to make sure to get rid of those unhealthy habits in driving. And sure enough Nina polished my driving skills and yes third time is a charm, I passed my test with a positive note from the ICBC. She is very professional and you can tell she’s an expert to safe driving! Thank you again Nina!

Fantastic experience: Nina was super helpful and good at explaining all the rules of the road! She made sure I knew everything I needed to pass my N test! I would definitely recommend her for anyone looking to improve their driving!

Fantastic experience: Nina was very helpful for passing the N test. ~Liam M. Nina gave our son tips and increased confidence at the beginning of his new driving. Then near the end of his first year of experience, she reviewed the skills necessary to pass the test. He passed on the first try - a testament to Nina’s expertise. ~Theresa KM

Fantastic experience: Love taking driving lessons with Nina. She is a very dedicated instructor and she will give you all the best trainings & exercises for your driving test. Recommend !!

Fantastic experience: So happy! My daughter learned how to be a good driver & she passed her test first time. Thanks Nina :))

Fantastic experience: helped me so much! thanks nina!!

Fantastic experience: Nina is a great driver instructor, I had an hour lesson before my test and she answered all my questions and made me feel confident about my driving as well as pointing out anything I should be focusing on. I passed my test and would recommend Nina to anyone that wishes to pass it too.

Fantastic experience: Nina is an excellent driving instructor. I have had 5 instructors previously and Nina is by far the best. She is very positive and explains things clearly. Her car is really nice to drive in, I used it for my driving test which I passed confidently on the first try. Nina booked a lesson for the hour before my driving test to make sure I had any last questions answered and felt relaxed going into my test. She was very supportive. Super pleased to have learnt to drive with Nina, don't hesitate in choosing her as your instructor, I recommend her very highly.

Fantastic experience: I recommend Friendly Driving School to everyone! I am not from Squamish but I booked my driving test there because there was an opening. The day before the test I had an hour lesson with Nina. She kindly fit me in her busy schedule. It was the first time I ever drove in Squamish. Nina was friendly, encouraging and extremely knowledgeable. Got my N. Thank you Nina!!

Fantastic experience: driving lessons were great, I passed my test rite away after taking them. Very nice people aswell. All around good experience

Fantastic experience: Such a great experience! Nina is an amazing teacher, so calm and grounded and helps you learn with a lot of positive support. I passed my test on the first try! Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Nina is the most wonderful driving instructor, I had gone to driving school previously and unfortunately failed my test. Nina is so kind and patient, she honestly has changed the type of driver I am and I will always be so grateful for that. She really built my confidence and gave me so much important knowledge to help me be the safest and most self assured driver. Her prices are extremely fair and I always felt very comfortable with her. All in all this was a great experience for me and I highly recommend her to anyone in or out of Squamish. She really knows what she’s doing and is a great member of the driving community. Thank you forever Nina

Fantastic experience: Nina is an amazing instructor especially if you are an anxious or unsure driver. She gives great feedback and is extremely patient, as well as is able to explain things in different ways for all types of learners. I had failed the driving test multiple times due to anxiety but after doing a few sessions with Nina I was able to pass because of the advice and confidence she gave me. I would highly recommend going to Nina to learn how to drive safely and calmly!

Fantastic experience: Nina was an excellent driving instructor. She is very knowledgeable and pays attention to detail. I would highly recommend her If you are looking to gain a stronger understanding of the rules of the road.

Fantastic experience: Nina was great at helping me learn the rules and the roads of Squamish as it was my first time. Helped me get my N license first try.

Fantastic experience: Very professional and helpful . It definitely improved my driving skills and helped me pass the exam. Nina is an amazing instructor. I’m very grateful to her! Highly recommend her!

Fantastic experience: Nina was my driving instructor and I will always be grateful for her! She is so kind and is patient when it comes to teaching. I would 100% recommend her!!

Fantastic experience: I wish to put 10 stars review if only possible. By all means will recommend this school to all drivers who want to be successful on their road test. Nina was extremely helpful and knowledgeable with incredible talent to explain and make every single move memorable and easy! She is definitely professional in this area and knows how to calm you down and get you ready for the test and everyday safe driving. Thank you again for the great lesson and all the best on the road )

Fantastic experience: UPDATE** I got 2 lessons with Nina again before I went for my full license and I am so glad I did! I knew she would be able to fix any bad habits I had created over the last couple years and get me feeling confident so I could pass, and I did. :) Nina is so wonderful! Helpful, clear, and so nice. I learned so much from her and thankful for everything she taught me! Passed my test because of her. Thank you!

Fantastic experience: Nina was an incredible driving instructor, she was very patient and calm in every situation. I would definitely recommend her if your a new driver looking to learn the rules of the road. She taught me everything I know and I couldn’t have passed my Road Test without her.

Fantastic experience: Instructor was very calm and taught well. Would recommend to anyone looking for help.

Fantastic experience: Nina is an excellent teacher. Her patience levels are unmatched and her kindness is undeniable. I strongly believe that I wouldn’t have passed my N test first try if I hadn’t gotten a little help from Nina. Big recommendation from me :)

Fantastic experience: 2 years ago nina helped me prepare for my Getting my N. she helped me learn lots and helped me understand where I needed improvement and would suggest ways I could practice and videos to watch outside our lessons I became a confident driver thanks to her help. It’s too bad I moved otherwise I would choose the friendly driving school for lessons before I go for my full license! If you need lessons the friendly driving school is the best choice!

Fantastic experience: I had lessons with Nina and she prepared me for every last detail we did during my N test, I wound not have passed without her. Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Nina is very encouraging and calm. She lets you know exactly what you need to work on with clear instructions. Her years of experience teaching is evident with each lesson. Could not have asked for a better experience.

Fantastic experience: 3 lessons and my daughter Sam passed her driving test today! Thank you for your excellent driving school instruction and encouraging support. Being able to loan a test vehicle is added bonus.

Fantastic experience: Nina was great! I am someone with major test anxiety so even when I'm prepared for an exam, I tend to not do as well as I should. However, with Nina's tips, patience, and teaching style, I was able to pass my test and become a better, more confident driver.

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience with Nina as my driving instructor. I wouldn't have been able to pass without her lessons. I would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: By far the most patient and understanding instructor I’ve ever met. Thank you, Nina, for helping me confront my fear of driving. I highly recommend this driving school.

Fantastic experience: Nina is a fantastic driving instructor. She is knowledgeable, positive, and was very effective at helping my son pass his road test.

Fantastic experience: I passed my ICBC test on my first try after only 3 lessons with Nina. I owe everything to her! I had other practice driving too, but Nina is essential to passing your test in Squamish. The more lessons, the better. She knows the routes, the questions, and all the inside baseball you need to pass.

Fantastic experience: I took one lesson with Nina right before taking my class 5 exam. She was very good about pointing out any mistakes I was making. Thanks to her I passed the exam.

Fantastic experience: Nina is a fantastic instructor, she's very helpful with preparing for your driving test.

Fantastic experience: Nothing to say about, nina helped me a lot, after the lessons ,was easy to pass the test, thank you so much

Fantastic experience: I failed twice on the North Shore and with Nina’s help passed in Squamish on my third try. She helped me become familiar with the area and gave me many useful tips in one session. Highly recommend taking lessons with her!

Fantastic experience: Fantastic school. I'm originally from Spain and although I've been driving for many years, I needed to take the test since there aren't any agreements between Spain and Canada in this regard. The test of the two countries is pretty different and Nina helped me understand the differences in no time. Definitely recommend this school.

Fantastic experience: Nina is a great instructor who really instilled the rules of the road and did it in a wonderful supportive manner. Highly recommend her as a teacher as your kids prepare for the N test. Best of all was being able to book her car for the test when our car was suddenly out of commision. Thank You!

Fantastic experience: Nina is amazing! She is kind, thorough, and knows Squamish and what the testers are looking for is a good driver. We'll be calling her again for the next test!

Fantastic experience: Nina was patient and kind to my son - teaching him to drive with confidence and knowledge of the road. I would recommend her to anyone looking for lessons.

Fantastic experience: I am a nervous driver and I already failed my road test twice around Metro Vancouver Area. With the helpful recommendation from my family and friends in Squamish, I went with Nina and it was the greatest choice I’ve made. Nina made me feel comfortable, confident and gave me constructive criticisms which was really helpful during my road test. I finally passed! 3rd time is a charm for me Thank you Nina!

Fantastic experience: I had driving lessons with Nina and they were incredible. She taught me so many new things about the road. I am very happy that i chose to take driving lessons with friendly driving. Nina helped me get prepared for my road test and I couldn’t have passed without her.

Fantastic experience: Was able to pass first try! Awesome lessons

Fantastic experience: Nina was an excellent driving instructor. She is a very kind person, and is very good at what she does. If I hadn’t taken lessons with Nina, I don’t think I would have passed my N test the first try! Would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Very clear and patient, I would not have passed my N test without the lessons.

Fantastic experience: I was a beginner driver with practically no prior experience driving a car. After taking Nina's suggestion and doing over 10 classes, she carefully guided me and safely taught me how to drive. I had my road test booked on a heavy heavy snow day, Nina went out of her way to make sure I got there in time and that I was ready. She offers tons of patience, care, and makes sure you are ready for the road. Highly recommend her service, I passed my road test first try. Thanks again Nina! Best wishes, Gerald

Fantastic experience: Hi everyone I just passed my class 5 road test in first attempt with the help of nina mam,She is very great instructor .I would definitely recommend taking her lessons before the road test.before my road test I have no idea about road test but nina mam explained every single rule of the roads .after taking the lessons from her I observed more confidence in me,this happened only with the help of friendly driving school. Once againThank you nina mam.

Fantastic experience: Nina was absolutely amazing, friendly and knowledgeable. She gave helpful and simple advice and made me feel confident in my driving. Highly recommend take a couple of lessons with her and you'll pass with flying colours. Thank you Nina

Fantastic experience: If you want to drive like a pro and to pass your road test the first try I highly recommend to go with Friendly Driving School for lessons!! I had a great experience, my instructor (Navrose) was very knowledgeable and the car was very nice to drive. Thanks again to the whole team !

Fantastic experience: Nina is professional and friendly and makes you feel confident and prepared for the driving exam. Thank you Nina for being such a wonderful role model. I enjoyed our lessons together.

Fantastic experience: Nina is an awesome instructor - clear, direct and friendly :) flexible with meet up time and location. Thank you so much for helping me pass my road test!

Fantastic experience: passed my N test on my first try!! Nina Is a great instructor, helped me alot :)

Fantastic experience: Nina is very patient with drivers who may be struggling with anxiety and who are very nervous on the road. She works on all your weaknesses to ensure you will be ready to pass the Test ! I could not recommend a better Instructor. Thank You Friendly Driving School !

Fantastic experience: Passing road test is nener easy to me but Nina made it happen at my first class 5 road test. Thank you Nina for the instruction and encourage. Highly recommend Friendly Drving School.

Fantastic experience: Nina is a very knowledgeable, patient, understanding and professional instructor. Definitely recommend! She will not only teach you to pass your driving test but to be a good driver. Thank you for everything!

Fantastic experience: Nina was great! Informative, helpful, friendly and gave my my daughter the tools and knowledge needed to pass first try!

Fantastic experience: Navrose is an incredible teacher. Kind, patient, and knowledgeable. I’ve always had a fear of driving and she made me feel safe and supported. I passed and overcame my fear! Thank you Navrose!!!

Fantastic experience: After driving 20 years back in my country I failed twice the BC driving test. I realized that is worth it spend some money in a couple of classes to refresh my skills and specially work of those bad habits every driver gets with the time. My instructor Navrose understood my needs quickly and we focus on it. She showed me all the tricky spots and situations I could face in my test. They have modern cars, good prices ands they make sure that you feel comfortable and confident. I am very thankful to them.

Fantastic experience: Cannot recommend Nina enough! Would not have passed my driving test had I not taken a few lessons and if you are debating whether or not to take lessons with her, you absolutely should!

Fantastic experience: For anyone who is unsure about what to expect from the road test, I highly recommend the Friendly Driving School as it is 100% worth it. Nina is really helpful and so patient. You can definitely learn some driving techniques which help you a lot during your test.

Fantastic experience: My driving instructor was very helpful and understanding. It is obvious from her manner that she has lots of experience and knows how to adapt to different personalities. She was able to give concise and clear instructions that were able to prepare me for my road test, which I passed. For anyone who is unsure about what to expect from the road test, I highly recommend getting atleast a couple lessons from the Friendly Driving School as it was 100% worth it.

Fantastic experience: Nina was the absolute best and professional instructor, she helped me immensely, my anxieties, my worries, such a kind lady, and I owe it all to her for my success, I just passed my test today! I highly recommend this company and Nina for up and coming drivers. ❤️ Thank you Nina from the bottom of my heart. I couldn’t have done it without you.

Fantastic experience: Nina is a great instructor with incredible attention to detail in her driver tutoring. She helped me pass the test first time with only a single minor!

Fantastic experience: Nina is a very good driving teacher, she is patient and gives great driving advice. I wouldn’t have passed my test without her help, I will definitely be recommending her as a driving instructor to my friends!

Fantastic experience: Amazing amazing amazing!

Fantastic experience: Can’t say enough positive things about this school and Nav, the instructor. Honestly just such a pleasure learning through Friendly Driving School. Car was amazing and Nav was super friendly, knowledgeable, patient and encouraging. Thank you so much for helping me pass first time:)

Fantastic experience: Our son Ben booked himself an "N" test in Squamish as Vancouver area tests were all backed up. My wife and I wanted him to have a lesson before his test just to make sure our "home school" driving instruction was up to par. I could not have gotten luckier that with Navrose and the Friendly Driving School. Ben got good solid instruction which improved his driving and passed his "N" test on the first try! I would highly recommend the Friendly Driving School. Thanks Navrose!

Fantastic experience: Nina helped me to prepare for my N test and my road test. Lessons with her helped me to gain confidence in driving and get rid of the bad habits I had picked up while driving on my own. Thanks to her, I managed to pass both my N test and class 5 test on my first try. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone who is preparing for their driving tests

Fantastic experience: Despite having several different driving instructors over the years having previously lived in the UK, Nina was undoubtedly the most professional, comfortable and experienced driving instructor. Not only does she help you improve in areas you’re not comfortable in but she also informs you on areas you are good in! I was extremely nervous before my N road test, but she assured me I I would do fine and I passed first time. Thank you for everything, Nina. I would highly recommend Nina to anyone who wants to learn how to drive safely.

Fantastic experience: Special shout-out to Navrose! She was so patient and knowledgeable and I 100% would not have passed my class 7 without her! Thanks Navrose :). I highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Nina is a great instructor. I would definitely recommend taking her lessons before the road test. I passed first attempt all thanks to her.