Licensing

RTA Licence Requirements

To hold a Learners licence in NSW you must be 16 years of age. At the age of 17, so as long as you have held your licence for 12 months minimum and have completed the required 120 hours of driving (100 daylight hours AND 20 nights hours), you can go for your P1 driving test.

Once you are over the age of 25 and hold a NSW learner driving licence, you do not have to complete the 120 hours or 12 month waiting period. However, you must be able to drive to the required standard… remember Bartz Driving School standard is higher!

We have an outstanding first time pass rate as our standard is higher.

Overseas Licence Holders:

You first need to check if you are eligible for a direct change over to a NSW driver’s licence. To check if you are eligible, click here!

You can check whilst on the RTA website what other requirements you may need.

Remember the overseas licensing procedures maybe higher in Australia. If this is the case, you may need some “refresher” lessons to familiarize yourself with the NSW licencing requirements.

Seniors “Refresher” Course:

You may have been driving for many years and settled yourself into a routine whilst behind the wheel. Don’t let complacency be the error of judgement in your driving test as you only get 3 chances. We understand this may be a daunting time for you as your licence is your independence. By doing a lesson or two with John it can improve your chances of passing the AGED driving test.

Testimonials

I have autism and struggled to find a driving instructor that really understood me. John from Bartz driving school was brilliant with me from the beginning, and I just passed my ps test with a perfect score. Highly recommend John for anyone else on the spectrum.

student, November 2018   

John is an excellent driving instructor, couldn’t recommend him more. Easy to follow mapped out lessons to build up your confidence. Wouldn’t have been able to pass my driving test first go without John! Thank you BARTZ Driving School

student, October 2018   

I went with David for driving lessons a couple of months back now & can not recommend him enough! He was so incredibly patient with me & was very honest in when he suggested I was ready for my tests. Very professional & he made it a priority that he was giving me the absolute most of my lessons every time!
I can’t thank BARTZ & David enough for such an easy experience, thank you!

student, October 2018   

John is an EXCELLENT driving teacher. I WAS an extremely anxious driver when I started. Not for long, though. Today, I passed my first ever driving test. I owe it all to John and Bartz Driving School. Extremely highly recommended!! Thank you soooo much, John! You’re tops!

student, September 2018   

We've put 3 children through Bartz driving school & can't reccomend them high enough. All 3 kids were very comfortable with John instructing them & looked forward to their lessons. most importantly, all 3 passed their tests and are confident competent drivers.

parent, September 2018   

I'm 34. I put off getting my licence for quite a while and didn't think I would be able to get on the road. John made it possible. John is very patient with people who overthink the process like me! I have my red Ps and now on the road thanks to him. Would recommend 100%

student, August 2018   

What a fabulous driving school. I was worried my anxiety would stop me from driving before I died! But Dave being so patient, calm, laid back, knowledgeable and understanding has really made such a difference. I don’t feel incredible anxiety every time I take the drivers seat anymore and I feel so at ease. I now have no doubt that after a lot of time and practice with a great instructor I will be a confident, safe driver. Highly recommend Bartz!!

student, August 2018   

Dave makes my son feel comfortable and enjoys his lesson. Thank u

parent, August 2018   

This is the best driving school around. Thank you very much John for everything you did for my son. You were fantastic. Your patience and commitment were outstanding. My son was so nervous that he didn’t ever think he will drive. You bring out the best in him and gave him so much confidence. I know now he will be a safe driver because of what you have taught him. I have 4 other children and you will teach them all. Highly recommended driving school. Believe me, you won’t be disappointed

John (parent), June 2018   

Bartz driving school, John you are awesome! I thank you so much. I never thought I could ever drive just keep taking transport & walking was my life purpose due to my personal anxiety after a accident at the age 15 stopping me from moving forward Look at me NOW 36 & I have my license. I'm glad the other driving school didn't think I was good enough to reply back to, as your driving school was the right choice for myself. 100% recommend.

Tammy (student), January 2016   

John is the best. Lieve passed first time. Thanks john.

Jane (parent), January 2017   

I'd like to thank David who was very friendly and informative. Thank you so much for helping me get my license, and I would like to recommend Bartz driving school to anybody who is learning to drive. Thanks so much.

Sean (student), December 2016   

Thank-you to David for getting Sean to pass his test. Best instructor ever. See you on 2 years when the next one is ready.

Alison (parent), November 2016   

Absolutely the best driving school out. John was no doubt the best and helped me boost my confidence up when driving. I can't be grateful enough for all he did, and helping me pass my test with flying colours. All thanks to your amazing skills ? I can't thank-you enough.

Emily (student), November 2016   

My son had used 2 others but found this one the best professional helpful honest and experienced. Highly recommend.

Maria (parent), October 2016.