A-1 Driving School Ltd.

Fantastic experience: I didn't have much driving experience before A-1, but after working with Tim, I feel confident behind the wheel and got my G2! I definitely recommend going to A-1 for driving lessons.

Fantastic experience: Amazing learning experience and very well explained and felt confident and comfortable with my driving instructor

Fantastic experience: Jacob (my driving instructor) was a huge help with getting my drivers license successfully! He helped me improve my confidence and increase my skills. Great service.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Jacob! I was super nervous on my first lesson and within 10 mins he had me laughing away and completely at ease. He’s absolutely brilliant at what he does and I’ll forever recommend him!

Fantastic experience: Initial going into the lesson I was very nervous since I had not had a lot of experience with city driving. However, my instructor Jake was a great teacher and allowed me to stay calm throughout my lesson. When there was a problem with my driving, I received feedback and a way of correction. Overall great experience!

Fantastic experience: I have extremely bad drivers anxiety. Where in a parked car I would be crying behind the wheel. I let them know when signing up, and they were able to pair me with an amazing instructor. I never once cried while driving with the instructor. The instructor worked with my schedule, joked around with me, and made driving an enjoyable experience. The instructor gave me lot's of tips, advice and reference points which make parking and driving very easy to do. I had many limitations when it came to driving, and they have helped me with all of them. I highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: My time with Jacob in driver's ed was great. Despite my initial anxiety, Jacob's patience and expert guidance helped me gain confidence behind the wheel. His method of breaking down instructions into manageable steps made the learning process comfortable and effective. I would still be driving in the parking lot if it weren't for him and now I can drive in a winter storm!! His good humor created a relaxed atmosphere, making each session enjoyable. I highly recommend Jacob to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and supportive driving instructor. Thank you!!

Fantastic experience: This driving school is amazing the instructor I had Tim helped me a lot with my driving and my confidence when driving. Tim was extremely helpful and was just fun to be around. I highly recommend this driving school.

Fantastic experience: Wonderful company!! I had Tim and he was so patient and got me ready for my test!! My driving skills have improved since starting! Thank you!!

Fantastic experience: Just wanted to thank Shawn for Helping me Complete my Driving Course Without him I Wouldn't have Gotten my G2 Today Thanks Again A1 & Shawn

Fantastic experience: I booked a few driving lessons for my elderly father. The instructor Cindy was excellent. I definitely recommend this company for anyone who needs a driving refresher. I may end up using A-1 for myself someday.

Fantastic experience: I had Jacob as my driving instructor, he was very supportive and made the car a safe and enjoyable space. Very good and simple techniques and instructions and he made it quite simple to understand by the way he would explain. Thank you very much Jacob

Fantastic experience: Recommended for new drivers. Tim was a great instructor. Worked around my full time work schedule.

Fantastic experience: I really enjoyed taking the Beginner Driver Education course. I feel like it's given me an advantage on the road and I feel much more confident with my driving skills than I did when I first started the in-person component. Jacob was my Instructor and he is a really great teacher. He was calm, patient, fair and a good conversationalist. Drive safely, Jacob! And thanks for the laughs. I really needed some of those moments. - Mike

Fantastic experience: i just recently finished my 10 hours of driving lessons with an instructor named jacob, he was absolutely amazing at his job, i have really bad anxiety especially when being judged and he made it feel really relaxed and comfortable for me, he makes jokes with you and when you make a mistake he very calmly explains it in a way that’s really easy and helpful to understand, never once raised his voice at me, and adapts to you in every way. his teaching methods are super easy to do aswell, i went into my lessons with little confidence in my parking skills and came out with really good solid parking. it honestly felt like driving with a friend and learning a whole lot. definitely recommend him, and a1 driving school. their online course was super easy too.

Fantastic experience: Jacob was a fantastic instructor. Showed up on time, in-car instructions were on point. Answered any questions I had and when I did something wrong, calmly explained the process and walked me through when happened and how to fix it.

Fantastic experience: I recently completed my G2 driving test and highly recommend A1 driving and instructor Jacob. The online portion of the program was easy to follow and I loved that I could work on it at my own time. As a very nervous driver Jacob prepared me for my road test with humour, patience, and guidance. What struck me the most was on our first in car lesson he asked how I learn best and always adjusted his teaching style to meet my individual needs. I would recommend A1 to any of my friends or family.

Fantastic experience: I 100% suggest going to this driving school. The online portion is very easy to follow and you learn a-lot. The in car driving portion i had jake for my instructor. He is great!! Makes you feel comfortable and makes the lessons fun.

Fantastic experience: I would HIGHLY recommend A1 driving school in North Bay. We booked them for additional lessons and Cindy was kind, patient and knowledgeable. In a remarkably short period of time my child's skills vastly improved. Thank you to Cindy and Lise!

Fantastic experience: I passed my g2 test today. Mr. Tim Foley is an excellent teacher. He is very focused, knowledgeable and patient instructor. Thank you for all the efforts and guidance.

Negative experience: A1 school car speeding on highway, single occupant wearing a mask, would you want them teaching anything?

Fantastic experience: My girls recently completed the A-1 training program and I have nothing but positive things to say about the A-1 team. Josh was a very patient, knowledgeable and accommodating driving instructor. He prepared my kids for their road test and they recently passed! Lise in the office always answered my emails in a timely and friendly manner. Keep up the great work!

Fantastic experience: I have had three kids go through the program and they learned so much. The most recent one had Josh and he was very accommodating with the lessons and easy to get along with. The first point of contact is very pleasant and easy to deal with. I would recommend A1 to upcoming new drivers.

Fantastic experience: I passed my road test thanks to the lessons I had with my driving instructor, Jacob. He was patient and good humored throughout the lessons and his instructions were useful and easy to understand. I'm very pleased with my experience at A1 and would recommend them to anyone who wants to improve their driving skills and prepare for their G2/G test.

Fantastic experience: Very professinal and informative, Jacob, my driving instructor gave very clear instructions, and ensured that I thoroughly understood all of the important concepts of safe driving.

Fantastic experience: I passed my test !!! I got my full G driver's license and it was a team effort with my instructor Jacob Van Leeuwen! I wanted to write this review so everyone would know that Jacob was an amazing instructor, very patient and with excellent teaching techniques (he has a mini whiteboard with him :) ). I wanted to thank him very much because all the feedback he gave me was very helpful not only for the test, but also for safe driving practices.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend the services of A1 Driving School. Despite having a substantial amount of driving experience, I had failed my first road test for my G2. I then decided that lessons were in order, so I could be better prepared for my second attempt. After two 2-hour sessions with Peter, I took my second road test with greater confidence and improved technique, and two weeks after my first attempt and failure, I walked away having successfully obtained my license. Thank you Peter and the courteous staff at A1 for all of the help. Best St. Patrick’s Day of recent memory!

Fantastic experience: Amazing instructors, Peter made it easy for my g2 test by making me understand the rules of the road and become a better driver!

Fantastic experience: A-1 went out of their way to make sure my wife was prepared to do her road test. They have flexible hours for private lessons and truly care about their clients. She would not be a driver today if it were not for Cindy at A-1.

Fantastic experience: Hi,I'm hele, I live in Toronto and I've heard of Peter Hoffman of A1 driving school in Nortbay Ontario. God bless him for his experience as an instructor.

Fantastic experience: Hey guys, I would like to recommend Peter Hoffman in A1 driving shool to any one in Northbay(instructor) and beyond. He is such an amazing and experience instructor ever existed on this earth. God bless him for the training he gave me to get my licence. # best instructor ever.

Fantastic experience: Very informative in class sessions, and a very knowledgeable in car instructor, who confidently prepared me for my road test and driving in all seasons. Very pleased with the service and would definitely recommend to any new driver.

Negative experience: Drivers instructor called me trailer trash, and failed me without telling me. I got my g2 anyways but not impressed with this driving school.

Fantastic experience: I had an awesome experience at a1 driving, the instructors were very nice and helpful. I would definitely recommend this driving school for anyone interested.

Fantastic experience: From my initial call to A-1 inquiring about their services and throughout the entire process, the staff, instructors and administration have been fantastic! Arranging driving school for my 16 yr. old while away receiving cancer treatments posed some unique challenges - They were most accommodating and responsive to all my queries and requests. Thank you Lise & everyone behind the scene that make things happen. The instructors are very dedicated and diligent in preparing and educating students, they are very flexible in scheduling which is so helpful. Most of all they care about their students' success and safety. I appreciate their compassion and commitment to students (& parents) and definitely recommend them highly.

Negative experience: 1st driver was terrible. Threw pens when I made mistake, said I would ruin his reputation if I didn’t pass, etc. barely learned from him/they made me pay for extra lessons. My 2nd driver was amazing!!! In class lessons were good. Not impressed to find out you have to go to Service Ontario pick up and pay again for your certificate.

Fantastic experience: Peter is phenomenal!

Fantastic experience: Friendly, professional staff. On a side note, my daughter passed her G2 test on the first try :) Thank you!

Negative experience: I’m being generous with my 1 star rating. Class was boring, I had a bad experience with my driving instructor I asked if I could get a different instructor since they say they have 7 on their site They told me no, had to stick with him Finished the course but did not feel ready to go pass my road test so I went to different school for private lessons and it was a total different experience and manage to feel good and safe and pass my road test. Do your homework and talk to others.

Fantastic experience: I recommend Peter, his teaching and customer services skills are above and beyond the standard.

Fantastic experience: Wonderful driving school! I had Cindy as my instructor and she is the best! She is very kind, patient, and encouraging! She made me feel very comfortable and confident for my G road test. I passed thanks to her! Your driving will improve so much after having lessons with Cindy. I highly recommend A1 driving school! Thanks so much for all your help in preparing me for the road test Cindy!

Fantastic experience: Thank you so much A1 for giving me the confidence to pass my G2 road test the first time. Thanks to Emerald for the great inclass and an especially big thank you to Glenn for the awesome in car lessons.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Sally as an instructor. She is wonderful. I was nervous about almost being 30 and never driving before, but once I got driving I felt a million times better. She is honestly the best instructor I could have ever asked for. She is very friendly, and very knowledgeable. I am stoked that I got her as my instructor, and I will be returning for refresher lessons before I go for my G. Thank you!!!!!

Fantastic experience: This driving school is excellent. One of the instructors, Sally, was absolutely wonderful with both of our boys.She was patient, kind, and encouraging. Sally was also willing to receive a few phone calls from me when I had questions for her. She gave them confidence to take their tests, and both passed quite easily. Thank you, Sally, for all of your great help!

Negative experience: Shockingly rude. Their computers were down and one employee tried to get me to do the written test just to know if I failed or not. The supervisor says "You can't do that. I know what you're trying to do." Like excuse me?? You just allowed a white boy to walk in and do his written test and I'm not allowed? 20 min before they closed I was told by someone at the desk that I may as well leave because they wouldn't have time for me. -2000/10 service.

Fantastic experience: I had only 1 chance to have my G full license and thanks to A-1, I just nailed it! All staff was very friendly. Special thanks to Cindy who prepared me to my Road Test!

Fantastic experience: The in class instructor was great! Cindy made everything seem interesting! I enjoyed my in class lessons, can't wait for my in car!!! I learnt lots of things and think that everyone on the road should take this course. Some people don't realize what they are doing wrong but with A-1 the roads will be a safer place!

Negative experience: What I can say is that the office staff was wonderful and professional to deal with. As for the instructor, that's another story. Emerald not only made my son uncomfortable, frustrated and incompetent, he flat out informed him that his friend was a better driver than him! Nothing like boosting his confidence. Well, needless to say, when I was in the vehicle, I noticed that my son was driving extremely slow and under the speed limit. Also stopping way too soon at lights and stop signs. When I questioned him, he said that was what the instructor told him to do! While driving with him, I would tell him to speed up and he would repeatedly say, Emerald be saying "whoa whoa, too fast! What are you doing?" And he was at least 10 km under the speed limit. I told him that it was wrong but since he was a professional instructor he was right... WRONG! My son was marked on the G2 road test as consistently driving too slow and stopping too soon. When I spoke to at least 5 other A1 students who had Emerald, they all consistently complained about the same thing. While in the drivers examination centre, a young woman came in and low and behold she mentioned she had taken A1 Driving but her instructor was constantly telling her to drive slower than the speed limit, and I asked her who, she said Emerald! This causes the drivers to be marked wrong on the exam! When the driver examination centre asks who was the instructor from A1 the students had, and they inform them that it is Emerald, the examiners themselves know that the drivers will consistently fail at driving the speed limit. And incorrectly stopping at intersections! Why pay a ridiculous amount of money for driving school when the instructor is not giving the students proper instruction and the drivers bureau examiners even know that he is teaching them to drive too slow. It is called impeding the flow of traffic. So, my son will redo the test with more driving experience with me (which is what the drivers bureau told him to do. Go out and drive with your mom and do what your mom tells you) since his instructions failed to meet the standards. Thanks.. and that actually comes from at least 6 of his students that we know of... A great big thank you though to the rest of the staff we dealt with. Professional, courteous and quick to get the paperwork done. I will not recommend Emerald as an instructor. We were forewarned by a number of Emerald's previous students, but we figured they may have been over exaggerating. Well they were not and lessoned learned. Find another instructor if you get him. Waste of money