Testimonials

Sarah

Lionel is the best! He is a thorough, diligent and kind teacher, who wants the learners to succeed and supports them to do that. Thanks again Lionel.

Courtney

A huge thank you to the team especially to Erica! She has so much patience when teaching and is such a lovely person. I always felt safe learning to drive with her. I will be recommending Erica to my younger sisters when it’s their time to learn to drive!

Rebecca

Lionel, thank you so much! I have no hesitation to recommend you for manual driving instruction. You not only taught our daughter Rebecca but her two older siblings as well. Rebecca enjoyed her lessons with you and your calm, relaxed, encouraging manner and clear communication when teaching manoeuvres, road awareness and safety were outstanding. Rebecca felt she was well prepared when the time came to do the PDA. It was also easy to book lessons and communicate with you in progress of her driving. Wishing you all the best and thank you once again for supporting our family through their driving journey. Ann-Marie

CHRISTINA

Very kind, helpful and patient helping me learn to drive.

Luca

Thank you Lionel! We will be forever grateful for Lionel helping out our family with not 1 but 2 kids getting their license. We wouldn’t trust anyone else to guide our kids with all the knowledge they require to be confident drivers. Lionel you went out of your way with Luca, please know how much this means for us. Thank you!!! 2 down and 2 more to go… we will see you again next year!! X

Hannah

Lionel - what can we say ! You are an absolute legend and we thank you for your time and patience with working with both our children. They loved working with you. You made it easy and relaxed for them both, and your training style is incredible. Both went from bot looking forward to doing driving lessons, to asking when the next “Lionel Lesson” was. Thank you for everything. Both passed their PDA first time, in their own vehicle on a manual licence.

Marcella

The best driving instructing team, wouldn't go anywhere else. Thankyou

Jordan

Darren - what more can you say about this man. He has taught both my sons how to drive and is a true professional in every sense and cannot recommend him highly enough, Thank you.

Grace

Lionel you are an amazing instructor. Your care compassion and kindness you display to your students is faultless. You have taught Grace a lifelong skill . Thank you Lionel

Grace

Lionel provided a fantastic service for our daughter. His lessons were invaluable in developing her manual driving skills and decision making. She found him very approachable and he definitely has a special skill in communicating with teenagers! Thanks to Lionel, our daughter was confident in sitting her driving test, had the required skills and passed first time. Highly recommend!

Sadie

The best instructor in WA.

Hamish

I passed my manual driving test first go with Lionel! He is an awesome instructor who gave me confidence and helped me to become a competent driver. Beyond his knowledge and teaching skills he has a positive attitude and was a pleasure to drive with. I highly recommend him to anyone for driving lessons

Riley

Excellent service. Very flexible. Thanks !

Cooper

For our house, Coops was the second manual driver with Lionel and we couldn't recommend him highly enough. Lionel was super supportive, especially this second time as it took a few extra attempts to get the licence with Coop, but Lionel went the "extra mile" eg he took the time to look at the test feedback and speak with us about key aspects we could work on to iron out the finer skills needed to pass the test. Always friendly and has some tricks which suit each unique driver to fine tune their gaps. A pleasure to deal with Lionel / Sidekicks.

Kate

Dan always arrived on time, he was very approachable, calm and level headed. He was happy to answer any questions and very professional. I will be using him when my next child is requiring driving lessons.

Guitar

Instructor Richard is awesome! Especially for me who have an English as a second language. Richard was patiently explaining every detail for me and make sure I do understand the point. Highly recommend this driving school and Instructor Richard! The more you practice, the more confident you will be on the road! Thank you Instructor Richard for your guidance and patience throughout my driving lessons. - Guitar S.

Aiden

Richard’s calm nature, encouraging support and cool head helped my son gain the skills and confidence required to drive safely on the roads and feel comfortable being the wheel. His consistent, supportive nature allowed my son to get to the point where he could comfortably pass the PDA on his first go. I could not recommend Richard more. He was a real pleasure to deal with Thank you Richard. Shannon & Aiden

Mia

Richard was awesome for Mia and her Folks. Calm, clear and a real guiding presence for Mia and big reason why she is now out on the road enjoying the freedom and her Dad feels OK about it. Thanks Richard and Vroom.

Maya

Thank you Lionel for being an amazing driving instructor, you've taught me so much and made me feel confident on the road. Thanks so much for all your help, couldn't have done it without you -Maya

Rory

Lionel is an amazing driving instructor. He taught our son to drive. He’s patient and listens to his students. He explains all the details of what’s required to drive in an easy-to-understand way. He supports independence in his students. He encourages parents to come along which teaches us the tools to help our children drive safely. I can’t recommend him enough.

Gemma

Lionel is an amazing instructor with great insight and knowledge, always made me feel confident and calm whilst driving. He was also so flexible with where we went and also changing test dates. Would Highly Recommend!!

Cooper

Awesome lessons and Awesome experience!

Jordan

Lionel - you are an absolute legend. We are so blessed to have found you to support Jordan through obtaining his PDA. Your calm approach and understanding of his anxiety made the process smooth for not just him but for us also. The fact that he absolutely enjoyed his lessons with you is an absolute testament to how well you run your business and how you style your lessons. We will be recommending you to everyone we come across. Our daughter Hannah will be on her way to see you in the coming year. Thanks again Lionel.

Ella

Lionel is an exceptional manual driving instructor, he liases well with students and provides constructive criticism to students & parents.
He has taught both of my daughters to drive and has given them the strategies and tools needed to be safe and sensible drivers.
We will be booking Lionel in again for our other 2 kids when the time comes.

Abbey

Just want to say how grateful we are for the time and the patience you had for Abbey, changing lesson at last minute as tests were hard to get in you were there for Abbey every time.
Lionel you are a brilliant teacher Abbey loved every lesson always very positive.

Ryan

Great instructor taught me all the things for the driving test and also skills which made me feel way more successful when driving myself.

Ashling

The driving lessons were thorough and great preparation for the driving test!

Dallas

Cannington Licensing.

Dan is a fantastic instructor. He always had clear helpful advice and instructions. I always felt safe and calm during our lessons because of him. I gained a lot of confidence learning to drive with him and I recommend him to any learner driver.

Brodie

Dan is an unbelievable driving instructor. He is patent, takes his time and I didn’t feel rushed. I also didn’t feel pressured if I made mistakes.
Dan also stayed around while I did my test and was very encouraging and I passed.
I would recommend Dan to anyone.

Maria

Midland Licensing Branch
I had many driving instructors, but no one like Lionel, that is very professional, down to earth, and work individually according to his clients' needs. He helped me to overcome my fear of driving and teach me techniques to drive safe. I can’t thank you enough Lionel.

Maria

I highly recommend Lionel instructor (Sidekicks Vroom School) to anyone. I sincerely appreciate Lionel positive attitude and successful driving instruction methods. I'll never forget you and your class which one helped me a lot to be much more confident with myself, relieve nervous, correct my weakness and be super ready to got my practical test whit I had got my full drivers license class C Manual car at first attempt. I'll tell all my friends about you. Always be safe, and once again, thanks!!

Oliver

Thank you for the fantastic driving instruction for our son. You explained things so well to him and taught him the things we couldn’t. Best of all he passed his manual test first go! Thank you Lionel.

Amy*

Cannington Licence Branch

I had five lessons and it really helped build my confidence with driving and helped me pass my test :)

Ethan

Citywest Licensing Branch

I completed 6 lessons with Dan and improved each time. Dan taught me things that my parents couldn’t and helped me pass my test first go at west Perth. Thanks Dan!

Harriet

Citywest Licensing Branch

Instructor Dan is an amazing driving instructor. Dan did a great job over the course of our lessons to help me become more confident and comfortable on the roads. He taught skills and gave advice, not only for passing the test, but also on how to be a safe driver. Through his encouragement, I was able to pass first attempt at the CityWest licensing branch. Thanks Dan, you were awesome!

Elayne

Citywest Licensing Branch. A big thank you to my daughters instructors David and Dan they both were funny, patient, understanding, professional and good motivators. Bella passed the first time. Sidekicks will not only teach you to pass your driving test but to be a good safe driver. A special thanks to Lionel for making a stressful time so easy!!!!!

Elayne

Citywest Licensing Branch

A big thank you to my daughters instructors David and Dan they both were funny, patient, understanding, professional and good motivators.
Bella passed the first time.
Sidekicks will not only teach you to pass your driving test but to be a good safe driver.
A special thanks to Lionel for making a stressful time so easy!!!!!

Naomi

Cannington Licensing Branch.

Both my daughters have successfully gained their manual licenses with Lionel.
Lionel is calm and considered in his approach to teaching and was attentive to the individual learning needs of each of them. He gave them good feedback during and after their lessons.
He has given them good advice for undertaking their driving assessments.
Most of all he made learning to drive fun for them both.
I recommend him to anyone who asks as he is so supportive and calm when teaching the road rules and his encouragement of both of my girls was fantastic.
Thanks Lionel!
Regards
Naomi - Victoria Park Mum

Oliver

I passed my driving test in southern cross and Lionel has taught me everything about how to drive and he has helped teach me the road rules which I never new that well thanks Lionel for your lessons. Oliver Nicholls

Danielle*

Cannington Licensing Branch.
I had been learning for almost a year (have picked it up and dropped it for over 5 years) and I have had 6 driving instructors in that time. Dan was, by far, the best driving instructor I’ve had. Gentle, encouraging, patient and clear - he taught me to park in one lesson and I’ve never looked back, and my learning has been exponential since starting lessons with him. So thrilled to have just passed my test, and genuinely believe that Dan was so instrumental to my success. Couldn’t have done it without him. Thanks for everything Dan!!!

Logan

Citywest Licensing Centre.
Lionel helped my Son transition late in his Learners period from auto to manual, and no doubt was a large part of my Son passing first time at West Perth.
Lionel was always on time, with a smile on his face and had some innovative techniques to his bag of teaching tricks. He also seems to relate really well to teenagers.
Lionel came recommended to us, and we have no hesitation to recommend him to others.
Brad.

Harry

Cannington Licensing Centre.
When I started driving with Lionel I had very limited experience, and he taught me the basics for road rules and push-pull steering. Lionel did a great job over the course of our lessons of making me realise what the everyday driver needs to be able to be aware of on the road. And he was successful in putting me into a position where I felt as though I could pass my driving test. And thanks to him and the sidekicks vroom school, I was able to be successful in my endeavours to pass my driving test on my first attempt.

Harry M

Maria

I honestly couldn’t recommend Barry enough! He was an amazing instructor, incredibly patient with me, but also never afraid to call me out on my mistakes and make sure I actually learned from them. He went above and beyond to help me, even moving things around in his own schedule to accommodate me when I needed it. I genuinely don’t think I would have got my licence without all of his help, patience and encouragement. You can really see the years of experience and the passion he has for what he does, but what stood out to me the most was how much he genuinely cares about his students. He has such a great heart and truly wants to see you succeed. Thank you so much, Barry, for everything you did for me. I GOT MY LICENCE!! ?????? I’m so grateful I had you as my instructor!

Jimmy

very good instructor and good to chat to aswell

Nina

Erica is a kind and patient instructor. My daughter had tried 2 other instructors and as soon as she started lessons at Sidekicks Vroom with Erica I noticed a huge difference in her driving ability, confidence and enjoyment of lessons. Erica put her at ease, explained everything clearly and my daughter passed her test first go. I highly recommend Erica!

Jessica

Melonie was an exceptional instructor for our daughter, Alie - she was clear and engaging, and was extremely knowledgeable when it came to the assessment process. Alie was very prepared by the time her test came along and she passed first time. You can’t ask for much more!

Dirk

Feedback is for both Richard Hackett and Jordan Spicer who both instructed our son to prepare him for his recent PDA (due to timing constraints), and he was able to pass on his first attempt. Both instructors are absolute rockstars and I would recommend either of them without any hesitation at all!

Thomas

Great advice and guidance from an amazing instructor communicated always in a calm and clear manner. You will very much feel your abilities and confidence grow with Lionel.

Lucija

We used Richards services for our children. Richard as instructor was amazing and he was going extra step to make sure that new drivers feel comfortable and ready for road. Highly recommended

Aleena

Choosing Mel as my driving instructor was the best decision I had made in getting my license. She made me feel comfortable, and helped build up not only my skills but also my confidence in driving. She tailored her teaching in way that was personally comprehendible to me, which was exactly what I needed. Thank you Mel, you’re awesome????

Renae

Erica is so great! She is so understanding and she has helped me grow into a confident driver and I couldn’t have done it without her support and guidance.

Parker

Highly recommend Sidekicks Driving School, especially Dan. Thank you for all the time, patience and support you gave my son throughout his driving lessons. Thanks to your excellent instruction, he passed his driving test and received his licence on the first attempt. We really appreciate all your hard work and couldn’t be happier with the result. Thank you, Dan! Ashleigh and Parker

Theresa

It took me so many years to finally muster the courage to drive, and also to believe I will be able to drive. Honestly at some point I thought I would be a lost cause. Richard proved me wrong and he has been the best teacher. He was calm and attentive. He stops and makes time to ensure I understand each instruction and lesson. He adapted very well to my issues and instilled in me the importance of safety. I never thought I would get my license and pass my pda on my first take. I couldn't thank him enough.

Fasha

Best driver instructor ever, thought me a lot of stuff, help me pass my test and over all a good teacher and person. Give him a raise

Connor

Amazing instructor, good fun and even better instructing. Thanks Dan for all your help

Diane

We cannot speak highly enough of Melonie from Sidekicks. She approached each lesson with kindness, professionalism, and so knowledgeable and eager to teach. She is so relatable to her clients and completely makes them feel at ease and gives them the confidence to do well. My son passed on his first attempt and we put it down to Melonie's amazing talent of teaching. I highly recommend Melonie and the Sidekicks team.

Mikala

Thank you to Erica who was a calm and experienced teacher who made our daughter feel confident, helping her to pass first go.

Harry

Harry loved the lesson. Learnt loads and he passed his test straight after! Thank-you for your support.

Anthony

Jordan was amazing . I would high recommend him as an instructor. I am a little bit older so i had some driving experience previously but Jordan was great when it came to finding my faults and guiding me in the right direction. IM happy to say that i passed my driving test on my second attempted with flying colours after a quick lesson to discover the little habit i had that stopped me the first time. If you are a first time driver or have been putting it off for whatever reason like myself i highly recommend you book with Jordan.

Isaac

I highly recommend Dan. Dan was patient, knowledgeable, and made me feel completely at ease behind the wheel. Their clear guidance and encouragement helped build my confidence and skills quickly. A fantastic experience from start to finish.

Ahu

I can’t thank you enough Jordan! After so many years not driving, you gave me confidence and helped me pass my PDA at first attempt! You are an amazing teacher and person! I couldn’t have done it without you!

Caelan

Absolute legend. Jordan is very calm and professional. He has helped me more than I can say in developing my confidence as an adult learner without judgement or condescension. Can't recommend him highly enough!

Alecia

Very patient and calm teacher. Enjoyable lesson all round.

Lachlan

Jordan is a very patient, methodical, and practical driving instructor. I now have my licence thanks to him :-)

Darragh

Jordan taught me so much about how to feel comfortable in the car and the little things that would be missed if I hadn't taken lessons with him. I learnt lots of different skills that I developed, and as a result, became a better driver, and passed my driving test and with his guidance a safe driver on the road.

Nut

I got my P today Erica was a very good instructor helping me become stronger in driving and explaining well about the road rule. Thank you, Erica & Richard,

Sharntei

Thank you Jordan for your help and advice! Couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. You helped me overcome my fear and I couldn’t be more grateful!

William

Hi Jordan Thanks again for being such a great instructor for Will. Tamara

Maeve

Richard was a great instructor and I absolutely recommend him! I was very anxious about starting lessons, but he made me feel very safe and comfortable right from the start. He was very kind and patient throughout the lessons while also giving very clear feedback when I made a mistake about what I needed to do differently. He was very thorough when teaching me skills and techniques and let me know very clearly what would be in the PDA and what the assessors would be looking for. I passed my PDA on my first attempt! Thank you Richard!

Lennard

Lennard stated he felt at ease with Richard who was calm and clear in his instructions. Len happy with positive feedback about his thus far accrued driving skills.

Chunbo

Dan is a good instructor.

Amanda

Darren is a patient reliable driving instructor, highly recommended!

Emma

Highly highly recommend..my friend referred me to Erica after both her twins passed their test on the first attempt. My daughter loved her and also passed on the first attempt. Erica is very knowledgeable, supportive, kind and patient.

Caitlin

Richard is a great instructor. He is patient and understanding. He taught me all the skills I needed to be a good independent driver. I passed first attempt because of Richard. Thank you Richard!

Jordan

Patrick - had helped me significantly in obtaining my manual license as he is a very understanding, easy-going and overall a very good driving instructor. I was going in for an Auto to Manual (C-A to C) conversion and he had provided learning tailored towards me. Early lessons he had provided a strong focused on how to operate a manual car while also provided essential road rules. As my confidence grew, he had provided a strong focus in overall road rules and refining my driving skills to met Department of Transport standards. He is a 'newer' instructor, which is why he does not have many testimonials compared to other instructors on this business's website, but that means he has all the road rules fresh in his mind, provides excellent feedback and guidance throughout lessons. I highly recommend Patrick, thanks for helping me past First Go!!

Madison

excellent communicator, explains clearly with patience, gives extra detailed tips of correct methods, a kind and lovely instructor

Bronte

Erica was very friendly and calm and made the lesson a pleasant experience.

Sienna

Great company, easy to book. Darren was an understanding and easy to get along with instructor. Thankyou so much!

Stephanie

Darren is a great instructor. He has helped 2 of my youngmen get there licence. Very professional and also down to earth and gets along well with his customers. I will definitely recommend Darren to others.

Miranda

Richard has been absolutely incredible the last few months and helped me to pass on my first test! I was super nervous about driving but he was very reassuring and friendly, and helped me build my confidence. I’m thrilled that I’ve passed but also sad that I won’t get to bother him for four hours a week anymore :( Cannot recommend him (and Sidekicks) highly enough.

Tara

Richard is an outstanding driving instructor. He shares his extensive knowledge with ease, creating a calm and supportive environment that puts even the most nervous first-time drivers at ease. His patience, adaptability, and ability to de-stress students make lessons both enjoyable and effective. Richard has taught both of our daughters excellent driving skills, and thanks to his guidance, one even achieved a perfect score on her driving test. His dedication, care, and attention to detail shine through in every lesson. We would highly recommend Richard to anyone wanting to learn to drive with confidence.

Ciara

Thank you to Darren for your ongoing expertise and help! My son passed his test over a year ago under Darren’s guidance and now my daughter is taking lessons with Darren also. Thank you, Mary

Teresa

My son felt comfortable with Lionel and enjoyed his lessons, he gained the confidence and knowledge to pass his manual test first time.

Declan

Driver Dan is a friendly, calm and knowledgeable driving instructor. We are grateful we were recommended him by friends. We appreciate all he did to help Declan pass first go. We will definitely be recommending him to friends and family.

Monique

Erica is a very patient, informative and caring driving instructor. I passed my test the first time because Erica was with me every step of the way. I would definitely recommend Erica as your driving instructor.

Harrison

Very easy, explained very well

Alicia

Richard was very informative and reassuring during the lessons which has helped me gain confidence for the test. I was able to pass with his guidance and teaching. Thank you!

Ebony

The best instructor I’ve ever had! He taught me so so much and I wouldn’t of passed my test if k didn’t have him!

Christi

Richard, my son loved having lessons with you he said you guided him perfectly and straight to success , he would totally recommended Richard to anyone 100 percent to learn how to correctly and safely drive a vehicle KUDOS to you Thanks Christi

Lucas

Richard is amazing. Calm and patient. Both my sons had lessons with Richard and passed their PDA at first attempt. Highly recommend Richard.

Carissa

Thankyou so much Dan. You came highly recommended by a friend whose son had passed first time and as of this morning our son passed early on his 17th birthday. He enjoyed his lessons with you and found the mock tests in the lead up to today really helpful. Next up will be our daughter in another year or so!!! Thanks again.

Taz

A very friendly instructor filled with a lot of knowledge ready to help you become a better and safer driver.

Delilah

Erica was patient, experienced and very knowledgeable with me. i was extremely unprepared for my test that i was not able to cancel but erica really helped me in very short amount of time. thank you!

Chris

Richard’s calm and informative presence was always present during my son’s lessons. His knowledge of driving test routes and manoeuvres were so helpful for my son’s PDA. Richard as well as the Sidekicks team will always be highly recommended by myself. All three children have benefited from their lessons with Sidekicks and continue to adopt the safety skills learnt. Also as a bonus my driving has improved with a few tips as well. Thanks Richard

Shaad

Lionel is brilliant. A great instructor and a wonderful person. We cannot fault Lionel and Sidekicks at all. A great driving school with amazing instructors who go out of their way to prepare young people as they embark on the driving chapter of their lives.

Juan

Very good and reliable instructor. Highly recommend Lionel.

Eva

Richard was amazing highly recommend Richard and the driving school. Very professional and has a real passion for his role in helping the kids. Do your kids a favour and book with vroom driving school! Can’t thank Richard enough.

Lucy

Richard has guided 2 of my sons through their driving lessons/test within 12 months. He is a fabulous instructor with fantastic teaching skills. Both boys passed first time and are safe and competent young drivers. Thanks so much Richard - I highly recommend your services. Lucy.

Kylie

Thank you for all your support and advice on the journey to achieve P plates.

Ryan

Richard was a very good instructor, taught me what I needed to know to pass the physical driving test. Used different methods to show me how to best park. Very thankful that Richard was my instructor.