Driving Lessons in Firhouse
Firhouse lessons, from someone who knows every road and test route in Dublin 24.
Choose your path to passing in Firhouse
Total beginner - Firhouse
Starting from scratch? Your EDT programme covers all 12 lessons, starting on quieter Templeroan Road and building to Firhouse Road once you're solid.
Start EDTPretest ready
Test coming up? Focused prep on Firhouse Road junctions, Ballycullen Road hills, and the Firhouse Shopping Centre roundabout.
Book Test PrepAutomatic preference
Prefer automatic? We have dedicated automatic instructors who know Firhouse's traffic and hills inside out.
Automatic LessonsFirhouse is where you get real-world skills
Firhouse Road runs steady with real traffic. Ballycullen Road gets hilly and twisted. The cul-de-sac networks around Sean Walsh Park demand tight manoeuvring. Learning to drive here means handling hills, junctions, and tight residential sections. Our instructors know these roads cold.
Nearby Test Centre
Tallaght, 3km away (8 mins). Often includes Firhouse routes in test itinerary.
Key Local Roads
Firhouse Road, Ballycullen Road, Scholarstown Road, Killakee Road, Templeroan Road.
Your 12 EDT lessons on Firhouse and Tallaght routes
Firhouse Road and Ballycullen Road are your training ground. Tallaght Test Centre is 8 minutes away and many routes come straight through Firhouse.
L1-2: Controls and Positioning
First lessons focus on cockpit routine and clutch control. The flat residential roads around Templeroan Road give you a low-pressure environment to get comfortable before the hills come in.
Learn about EDTL3-4: Direction Changes and Speed
Scholarstown Road mixes residential and commercial traffic with junctions at regular intervals. You practise direction changes and speed adjustment on a road that reflects a real commute.
EDT detailsL5-6: Complex Positioning and Hazards
Firhouse Shopping Centre and the surrounding roundabout introduce complex positioning. Multiple lanes converging, pedestrians crossing, and delivery traffic are the hazards you will face from lesson 5.
Test preparationL7-8: Sharing the Road and Traffic
Firhouse Road at morning peak means sharing lanes with bus routes 49, 65, and 75a. You learn to position safely alongside buses and anticipate stops without cutting across their path.
Test preparationL9-10: Complex Junctions and Speed
Ballycullen Road's steep gradient is your lesson 9-10 challenge. Hill starts under traffic pressure, controlled descent, and the junction at the top towards Rathfarnham all require decisive, smooth technique.
View optionsL11-12: Calm Driving and Night Skills
Late lessons build composure and night confidence. Dodder Valley Park's access road and the quieter Firhouse estate streets after dark give you a chance to consolidate everything before the test.
Book nowDriving lessons in Firhouse where the hills test your clutch
Firhouse Road carries steady traffic through the day and the roundabout at the shopping centre crossroads catches learners out on lane selection. We practise it from multiple approaches until confident entry and exit feel second nature.
Ballycullen Road climbs steeply towards Rathfarnham. Manual learners get serious clutch control work on the uphill starts and downhill braking. It is the kind of hill that separates drivers who know their car from those who just point it.
We pick up from Firhouse Shopping Centre car park, from the bus stops on Firhouse Road, or near Dodder Valley Park. Female instructors available on request.
Your test is at Tallaght Test Centre on Broomhill Road. Manual single lesson is €53.27. The 12-lesson EDT manual package is €587.95 (€49 per lesson). Six-lesson packs are €52.50 per lesson. Automatic EDT is €659.24. Pretest packages cost €183.63 manual or €193.81 automatic, car hire included.
Pickup points in Firhouse
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Firhouse Shopping Centre
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Sean Walsh Park
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Dublin Bus Stop - Firhouse Road
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Dodder Valley Park
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Ballycullen Greenway Start Point
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Your home, work, or college
Tallaght test passes, Firhouse learners
Grace took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. Many thanks to Andy for helping me pass my driving test!! After failing my first driving test I contacted Andy since he came highly recommended and we did a few lessons in Tallaght to help me prepare for another test. Andy was so helpful and patient and explained everything really well. Most importantly he helped me feel confident in my own driving abilities and I can’t thank him enough 😊.
Emma took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. I was extremely nervous about driving, but Andy was amazing. He’s so calm and great craic, which made me feel at ease straight away. His explanations were clear and made everything click. Thanks to Andy, I passed my test first time at the Tallaght Test Centre. I’ve already recommended him to two friends who are taking lessons with him and think he’s brilliant. 11/10 would recommend Andy in Tallaght to anyone!
Sam learned to drive with Andy in the tallaght area. Andy gave me a few lessons before my test in Tallaght. He was very helpful, professional and friendly. I managed to pass on the first try :) would highly recommend.
lily took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. I completed my lessons in tallaght with Jonathon Martínez as my instructor.He is a great instructor, highly experienced and is very patient. He gives great feedback and explains clearly what I need to work on. Thank you.
Lesson prices for Firhouse learners
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 Tallaght test centre.
What people in Firhouse ask us
How much do driving lessons in Firhouse 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?
Most Firhouse learners test at Tallaght Test Centre. We prepare you specifically for test routes through Firhouse Road, Ballycullen Road, and surrounding areas. Ask your instructor which centre you're assigned to.
Do you offer automatic driving lessons in Firhouse?
Yes. We have automatic instructors based locally in Firhouse. Automatic lessons follow the same EDT structure as manual, just adapted to your car.
How do I book driving lessons?
Call us or book online. We'll match you with an instructor who knows Firhouse Road, the hills, and local junctions. Most learners start with a trial lesson to see if the fit is right.
What is the EDT programme?
EDT (Essential Driver Training) is 12 compulsory lessons for learner drivers. It covers hazard awareness, defensive driving, and the skills needed to pass your test. You book your theory test once you've started EDT.