Driving Lessons in Coolock
Coolock lessons, from someone who knows every road and test route in Dublin 5/17.
Three ways to start your Coolock lessons
Total beginner - Coolock
First time driving? Your EDT starts on the quiet estates off Coolock Drive. You build to Tonlegee Road and the Oscar Traynor roundabout when your basics are locked in.
Start EDTPretest ready
Test booked? Focused prep on the Oscar Traynor roundabout, Tonlegee Road lane discipline, and the Raheny test centre routes.
Book Test PrepAutomatic preference
Prefer automatic? Our automatic instructors cover Coolock and know the Raheny test routes. Roundabouts are easier without the clutch.
Automatic LessonsCoolock is where you build real confidence
Tonlegee Road is fast and carries heavy traffic between Raheny and Coolock. Oscar Traynor Road has a multi-lane roundabout that confuses even experienced drivers. Coolock Drive runs past the shopping centre and the traffic is constant. Learning in Coolock means roundabouts, dual carriageway sections, and busy retail traffic.
Nearby Test Centre
Raheny, 4km away (9 mins). Often includes Coolock routes in test itinerary.
Key Local Roads
Tonlegee Road, Oscar Traynor Road, Coolock Drive, Malahide Road (R107), Gracefield Road.
Coolock EDT lessons built around local roads
From Gracefield Road beginners practice to Oscar Traynor Road and the Malahide Road dual carriageway. Twelve lessons that follow a clear progression.
L1-2: Controls and Positioning
Lessons one and two take place on Gracefield Road and the quieter estate roads off it. You get used to the controls, find your road position, and practise gear changes with minimal traffic pressure. Short rounds, lots of repetition.
Learn about EDTL3-4: Direction Changes and Speed
Coolock Drive introduces proper junction work. The road curves past the shopping centre with several exits and pedestrian crossings. You practise smooth direction changes, signal timing, and speed reduction for each junction you meet.
EDT detailsL5-6: Complex Positioning and Hazards
Tonlegee Road is the setting for lessons five and six. Parked cars force your road position outward and oncoming buses demand quick decisions. You learn to read gaps, hold a steady line, and deal with cyclists filtering between lanes.
Test preparationL7-8: Sharing the Road and Traffic
Oscar Traynor Road introduces speed management on a wider road. The playing fields section feels open but you stay disciplined on the limit. Lesson eight covers the Oscar Traynor junction with the Malahide Road and reading fast-moving traffic from both directions.
Test preparationL9-10: Complex Junctions and Speed Management
The Malahide Road dual carriageway is the big step. Multiple exits, bus lanes, and lane changes that need to be decisive. Lessons nine and ten build your confidence here until the Raheny test centre routes feel like familiar ground.
View optionsL11-12: Consolidation and Night Driving
Final lessons run full mock routes through Tonlegee Road, Oscar Traynor Road, and out to Raheny Test Centre. Night driving starts on Gracefield Road where the lighting is good and traffic is manageable. Everything from lesson one gets a final test run.
Book nowDriving lessons in Coolock on Tonlegee Road and beyond
Tonlegee Road is the east-west spine of Coolock. Heavy on-street parking narrows it in sections, buses pull in and out without much warning, and the traffic flows steadily all day. It is exactly the kind of road your instructor wants you to learn on before your test.
Oscar Traynor Road runs south from Coolock towards the city and it has a wide, open feel that tempts drivers over the limit near the playing fields. Speed management and keeping your eyes ahead are the focus when we use this road. The junction where it meets the Malahide Road is a multi-lane section that comes up regularly on Raheny test routes.
Coolock Drive loops around Northside Shopping Centre with junctions, pedestrian crossings, and bus stops all in quick succession. It is a proper real-world training ground. Gracefield Road nearby is quieter and better for early lessons where you are still building basics.
Pickup points include Northside Shopping Centre car park, Coolock Village crossroads, or the bus stop on Tonlegee Road. Female instructors are available. Your test will be at Raheny Test Centre on All Saints Park, about nine minutes from the shopping centre.
Manual EDT is €587.95 for 12 lessons, working out at €49 per lesson. Single Manual lessons are €53.27. Automatic EDT is €659.24.
Pickup points in Coolock
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Northside Shopping Centre
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Coolock Village
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Dublin Bus stop on Tonlegee Road
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Oscar Traynor Road layby
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Your home, work, or college
Coolock drivers who passed at Raheny Test Centre
oko took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. I had 6 reduced driving lessons with Andy, and thanks to his excellent teaching, I passed my driving test! Andy is a fantastic instructor, patient, clear, and very encouraging. He made sure to focus on areas I needed improvement and helped me build my confidence quickly. I couldn’t have done it without his guidance. Highly recommend him to anyone looking to pass their test efficiently!
Ella took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. I had Andy as my driving instructor for my last few lessons and some extra lessons and pre tests I had a bad start with driving but Andy really helped me to enjoy it more and really helped me gain confidence in driving, he has so much patience and put so much time and effort into helping me pass my test.
A big thanks to the RSA school of motoring for helping me to pass my test. My instructor put me at ease and was very patient with my progress. With his guidance i had eliminated all my bad habits very quickly, a lot quicker than i taught I would have been able to. This was down to the simplified methods of instruction used to drive the correct way, helping me to focus on a few issues at a time for each lesson. I was guided through every possible situation that could arise on the test and by the end of the lessons I was doing all the correct things naturally. The closer to the test it became the lessons taken were for mock tests to prepare me for the test experience.
Rian took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. I did my 12 lessons and pretests with Martina Carvic. Martina is a very experienced Instructor who put me at ease from the start, with an attentive and patient attitude combined with a great work ethic helped me build confidence and enjoy all the aspects of learning to drive and pass my test on the first time.
Driving lesson prices for Coolock
Pay by the lesson or book a full 12-lesson EDT package. No hidden fees.
€53.27 Manual €61.41 Automatic 3 Lessons
€158.17 €52.72/ea Manual €180.57 €60.19/ea Automatic 6 Lessons
€315.01 €52.50/ea Manual €353.71 €58.95/ea Automatic 12 Lessons (Full EDT)
€587.95 €49.00/ea Manual €659.24 €54.94/ea Automatic Pretest (1 hour)
€183.63 Manual €193.81 Automatic
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Pretest Preparation
Once your EDT is complete, book a one-hour pretest lesson to assess your readiness before Raheny test centre.
Driving lesson FAQs for Coolock
How much do driving lessons in Coolock cost?
Manual lessons start at €49 per hour when you book the 12-lesson EDT package, or €53.27 for a single lesson. Automatic lessons start at €54.94 per hour (12-pack) or €61.41 for a single lesson.
Where will I do my driving test?
Coolock learners test at Raheny Test Centre. Routes come through Tonlegee Road and the Oscar Traynor Road. We practise those routes in your lessons.
Do you offer automatic driving lessons in Coolock?
Yes. We have automatic instructors in the Coolock area. Same EDT programme, same routes along Tonlegee Road and Oscar Traynor Road.
How do I book driving lessons?
Call us or book online. We will match you with an instructor who knows Coolock, the shopping centre traffic, and the Raheny test routes.
What is the EDT programme?
EDT (Essential Driver Training) is 12 compulsory lessons for learner drivers. It covers hazard awareness, defensive driving, and all the practical skills you need to pass your test.