Learn to Drive with Wes
Wes is a Queensland Accredited Driving Instructor who has lived and driven on the Gold Coast for more than ten years. His relaxed and supportive teaching style helps learners build confidence while developing the skills required for a lifetime of safe driving.
Usual Vehicle: Mitsubishi ASX
Transmission: Automatic
Before becoming a driving instructor, Wes spent more than five years driving urban route buses and mentoring new bus drivers. This experience means he understands how to help nervous learners overcome challenges and become safe, capable and confident drivers.
Whether you are taking your first lesson, preparing for a Queensland driving test, upgrading your skills or rebuilding confidence behind the wheel, Wes provides patient, professional instruction tailored to your needs.
His lessons focus on:
- Building confidence from day one
- Helping nervous learners feel comfortable
- Queensland practical driving test preparation
- Safe decision making in real-world traffic
- Parking, roundabouts and complex intersections
- Defensive driving techniques
- Road rule understanding and hazard awareness
With patience, encouragement and a strong focus on safety, Wes helps students not only pass their driving test but become confident independent drivers for life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many driving lessons do I need before my driving test?
Every learner is different. The number of lessons required depends on your experience, confidence and how often you practise between lessons.
What areas does Wes cover?
Wes conducts driving lessons across the Northern Gold Coast including Arundel, Helensvale, Coomera, Upper Coomera, Pimpama, Ormeau and Yatala.
Can I use Wes' vehicle for my driving test?
Yes. Subject to availability, learners may be able to use Wes' Mitsubishi ASX for their Queensland practical driving assessment.
What is the best driving test centre for learners living between Arundel and Yatala?
Most Northern Gold Coast learners undertake their practical driving assessment at the Southport Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre.
Can driving lessons help reduce test anxiety?
Absolutely. Wes specialises in helping nervous learners become calm, confident drivers through structured and supportive training.
How do I get my Queensland P Plates?
Learners generally need to complete the Queensland learner requirements, record the required logbook hours and successfully pass a practical driving test before progressing to a provisional licence.
Do you teach complete beginners?
Yes. Wes regularly works with first-time learners and provides step-by-step instruction designed to build confidence safely.
Why choose Rightway Driving School?
Rightway Driving School is one of Queensland's most established driving schools, providing professional instructors, modern vehicles, flexible lesson options and a strong commitment to learner safety.