Delight Driving

981 Bay St, 10305, Staten Island
Delight Driving
981 Bay St
10305, Staten Island
+1347-343-2149

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Our comment from DrivingSchools.Directory about Delight Driving:

Delight Driving is a highly recommended driving school located in Staten Island, known for its dedicated instructors and accommodating scheduling. Many students have praised Rob, the owner and primary instructor, for his extensive knowledge, professionalism, and ability to build student confidence behind the wheel. Rob's lessons are tailored to each student's needs, making learning both effective and enjoyable.

Students express gratitude for the flexible scheduling options, with lessons available during evenings and weekends, ensuring accessibility for those with busy schedules. The instructors, including Kamila and Tom, have also earned accolades for their patience and ability to convey complex driving concepts in an understandable manner.

Complaints regarding the condition of the vehicles and minor concerns about the owner’s communication style were noted; however, the overall consensus highlights the school's commitment to safety, individualized instruction, and a supportive learning environment. Here are some standout features:

  • Convenient pick-up and drop-off services.
  • Personalized lesson plans that focus on building real-world driving skills.
  • A high success rate in helping students pass their road tests on the first attempt.
  • Affordable pricing for lessons.

Overall, Delight Driving stands out as an excellent choice for new drivers seeking comprehensive training and confidence on the road.

Delight Driving: Reviews

4.6/5 (151 Reviews)
Jeshua Sharkey 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Rob was a fantastic teacher with a wealth of knowledge and experience. And very convenient pick up and drop off.

Eridona SIDB 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Delight driving. Rob is an amazing instructor ,he will help you become better drivers. He will teach you the best tips on how to feel more confident driving.

Britney Andrade 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Just finished up my 5 hour lessons and I have learned skills to be a competent driver! My instructor was Rob and he was very helpful and cares for your safety. Definitely recommend!!

Aaliyah Jackson 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Can’t say this enough, I really appreciate Mr Rob!!! His professionalism, Patience, and dedication to a student’s success is evident. The lessons are well instructed covering everything from basic driving and he has taught me so much more than my previous driving school. Thanks to delight driving I am no longer nervous behind the wheel and gained confidence in myself. I highly recommend Rob. He truly cares about teaching you to drive the right way, not just for the road test, but for a lifetime.

Fuad Almasoud 7 months ago

Positive experience: I just passed my driving test, big credit goes to Vanessa and Rob for teaching me best practices and safe driving. The only reason I am not giving a full five stars is because their cars are relatively old and sometimes aren’t the best to drive.

Austin Busso 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely recommend Robert to anyone that has a child that will be driving anytime soon. He has taught 2 of my children in the past and they are excellent drivers and I credit that to the lessons given by Robert.

Ok 9 months ago

Negative experience: Not recommended. The person name Mr. Rob is not friendly. Not guiding at all. Don’t waste money. I am not sure about other staff

Delight Driving
Delight Driving

If you are not even going to identify yourself, you indicate yourself to be a phony review. Is this from Island Driving? Who students are exposing for scamming people of their refunds, and blaming us for the reviews? If not, then give the name of the student to be respected as legitimate. As you can read, a lot of students would disagree with you. You created this identity for the sole purpose of writing this review. You have no other reviews. And your name is Ok? Kind of retarded and can't be taken seriously. You should be ashamed of yourself.

Nadin Boiko 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent instructor, professional in his field, pays a lot of attention to details. And the explanation of error correction passed the exam the first time, everything went smoothly.

Rose Linares 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: I could not recommend Robert enough! I’d failed my road test twice prior to meeting him. I was in a pinch finding and booking a lesson and car for my road test and he moved things around and accommodated me just two days before said test without even knowing me. I learned things during this lesson that prior instructors did not properly convey such as the easiest method to parallel park. Proud to say that I passed all thanks to Robert and his thorough style of teaching!

Izayahelise Olivan 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: I had an amazing experience with Delight Driving. The instructor Rob was professional, patient, and genuinely cared about helping me become a confident and safe driver. They tailored each lesson to my needs, ensuring I understood every aspect of driving. The vehicle was clean, well-maintained, and equipped with all the necessary safety features, which made me feel at ease during every session. Scheduling lessons were a breeze.

lailany Echevarria 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: GREAT DRIVING SCHOOL. Best on the island. Rob is extremely attentive and provides constructive criticism. Looking to learn the best techniques for driving and passing the road test, this is the driving school for you. Excellent service and straight to the point lessons. I passed my road test within less than two months of weekly driving lessons. Very pleased.

Winnie Zheng 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: The experience for two lessons have been amazing thus far. I took lessons previously and one lesson with Rob has taught me more than 10 of those. 100% recommend!!!

MB W 10 months ago

Negative experience: Tried to get lessons instructors were great but the owner was very rude. Very unprofessional.

Delight Driving
Delight Driving

Since I generally don't have interaction with the public it would be difficult to find me to be professional, or unprofessional. So that's kind of hilarious. My phones are answered by one of two assistants. Registration is done online, as is scheduling. So most students register and schedule without even talking to anyone. As it says right on the homepage: As Easy As Shopping On Amazon. So it’s confusing how you ‘tried’ to get lessons. If you really were a student of Delight Driving you would have known this. Or if you had simply read the Home Page of the website. Your intellect level, or honesty, comes into question. Since Island driving has been having serious issues with their reviews exposing their history, I've been expecting this. They have been blaming me for their fiasco. I used to work for them, so I guess they've made my name their punching bag, instead of taking responsibility for their own years of actions. I left over 3 years ago, so they need to get over it. I've just ignored all of their statements and accusations about me. I have found it quite entertaining. They appear to have quite a fixation with me. Anyone can go there to read their latest reviews. They are just bringing more attention to themselves by having fictitious reviews written on my review page. If you are a real student of Delight Driving, then provide your full name. Hiding behind initials is trite and suspicious. Just take a page from Island’s reviews. The people who are accusing Island of dirty business dealings are giving full names with their reviews. Thank you for helping to bring even more attention to Island Driving.

Nanastasia 10 months ago

Negative experience: EDIT for update: we went with south shore driving school At lenevar from 10314 pick up scheduled for 3:30 PM on a FRIDAY. Spanish speaker. She passed. No issues.. don’t EVER let this guy bully you and lecture how DMV doesn’t “cater” to you. He thinks he knows everything & created a big fuss per below. We gladly had better experience elsewhere! Terrible. Terrible. Owner. Very unprofessional. Tried to talk to him multiple times to make accommodations and he was talking to me like a child. Very rigid thinker and condescending. Nobody should talk like that to anyone let alone customers! Save yourself this headache. Also. Not to mention our nanny only speaks Spanish limited English and he’s giving me a lecture about how she has to learn English to pass a road test. Give me a break. We’re in a city of immigrants. Plenty of people pass with limited speaking. Please see below to his absolute disgusting response. What “ I did “ like I misbehaved. I’m not some child. Who gets off talking like this ? Posting where I live. SO UNPROFESSIONAL I went elsewhere and will gladly pay my money three times over for better service. Miserable human you are !!!!!

Delight Driving
Delight Driving

You were demanding like a child and had to be responded to like a child. I see you deleted some very pertinent stuff from your original post. Stuff that clearly demonstrated your stubbornness. That's 3 edits for you to rant. I couldn't give you the schedule that you wanted, and you couldn't understand why. Because we already had people on schedule. I posted Merril Ave. So, someone with a reference to your first name only, which you changed for your edit, lives on Merril Ave. Before it as Nancy. Now it's Nanastasia. Do you realize how delusional you show yourself to be? As if somehow I'm doxing you! Are you this way every time you can't get exactly what you want? Are you done now?

Vanesa Gashi 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: I had Rob as an instructor. I passed my road test with just 8 lessons. I became a competent driver in less than a month. I recommend this school to everyone I know!

GalaxySniper 1 year ago

Positive experience: driving and driving instructor was very solid, very strict but gave very reasonable alert advice.

Carla Ramaca 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Solid classes and very good way Rob has to teach how to pass the test and drive safetly. I really recommed it. Good communication also super organized with all the schedule.Tx so much Rob ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Nancy Amato 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Kamila was wonderful. So patient and kind. She is an amazing teacher. I would recommend her to everyone.

Sarah sloc 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I can’t start by saying how much I appreciate Rob. He really knows his stuff. He was tough but i sticked it through because I saw how great of an instructor he is. He pointed my bad habits out and worked on them through our lessons. I was able to pass my road test on the first try. I truly appreciate it Rob. Amazing! Will recommend!

Angela 287 1 year ago

Positive experience: I had driving lessons with Rob and Kamila, both of them are great instructors. The owner is a reasonable person and is willing to help you out with booking and navigating to obtain your drivers license. 100% recommend this place to all new drivers!

Ayesha R 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Rob is a great instructor. Very helpful & goes beyond to make you a good driver. Not only does he help you pass the road test, he helps you learn to navigate through real world driving !

Fiorella Latorre 1 year ago

Negative experience: The instructor Rob, whom I payed $50 to learn, kept talking about how this is not like in my “country” and yelling at me instead of really teaching something. The car was filthy, and old . They don’t even have an office , I felt like it was all a scam.

Delight Driving
Delight Driving

You are from Peru, where, as you said, you don't have STOP signs. Your area is country, as you said. I made reference to the dissimilarities a few times. Clearly you don't like being corrected. We have an office. We are required to. We just make it easy for students to do their business online. So, you're very delusional and presumptuous about that point. Just because you weren't there doesn't mean it doesn't exist. I've never been to Peru. Get my point? If actually being inside my office was so important to you, you should have said so. Most students don't come to my office, and they are happy for the convenience. But not you! You want to tell people it doesn't exist, and somehow makes me a scam. Even though I have a multitude of very good reviews. Office, or no office. Your logic doesn't even make sense. Besides, you had a belligerent attitude as soon as you entered the car. I don't yell. I never do. That's why you're the only person claiming I yelled. Because being Corrected is something you can't handle. Your license, and training, from Peru, will mean little here. But you'll find that out soon enough. You make it crystal clear that you have real issues. When you're desperate to be right, desperation will lead to saying things that are easy to prove as false.

Danny Gonzalez 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Can’t thank rob enough. Took my driving test with him in February after taking lessons in Brooklyn. All it took was one lesson with him and I passed my test the same day with only five points off. He was able to point out everything I was doing that was unnecessary, as well as the things I was doing wrong. He also pointed out the bad habits I had been taught by my previous school in Brooklyn. Picked up and dropped off at the SI ferry as well. Great instructor, if you’re debating which school to learn driving skills, take lessons with Rob at delight driving.

jasmin ferrer 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I come from Manhattan to Staten Island because instructor Rob actually cares about teaching you how to drive the right way . My cousin told me about him and that is why I travel from Harlem. He is patient and will let you know how you are doing in that moment. I went to another driving school where I did 5 lessons and then they automatically send me for the road test and I was not ready for it. Rob will inform you what you need to work on and he knows how to teach.

Korialis 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I went to driver rite but I thought they were teaching me but they were just teaching me wrongly but then I got to delight driving I learn alot of new things that if I would’ve not learn I would’ve probably be in a bad accident. Rob is my Instructor' he’s very up forward

Bence Bandzsal 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: It was very fast to get my driving license and my 5 hour lesson even during the Christmas holiday season. They were very professional, I think the 5 hour lesson’s teacher was extremely professional… Everything went alright, they are cheap and you got what you want. Who needs more?. Thank you

Manpreet Malhi 1 year ago

Negative experience: If I could rate lower I would. Complete waste of money. Paid for the lessons which I never received. Claims to be bankrupt but weirdly the website is still running and accepting students.

Delight Driving
Delight Driving

Manpreet You did not listen as I was explaining a major issue that the company was having, regarding personnel and finances. You rushed me off of the phone, less than half informed. There is a reason that you are the ONLY person making this complaint. The situation was resolved with pretty much everyone. And any more who come to light we are resolving. Instead of checking with us, or me, you just write this half informed review. The word 'Bankrupt' never came out of my mouth. You created that scenario. If you want resolution to your situation then you'll need to make the initial moves towards that end. You figure out what you need to do to that end. I'm too disgusted by your poorly thought-out attempt to shame us with bogus and inaccurate information. Don't plan on receiving more instruction from me personally. I wouldn't want to be in the same car with you. This review was a complete travesty, in light of the extreme flexibility I gave you due to your available hours. You can get your lessons from my other instructors. If they can't give you the flexibility that you need then that is on you. You burned this bridge! The Owner - Robert

Zahara Zahid 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Prior to this, I was receiving instruction at Island Driving School, one of the worse schools ever.. I purchased a package that included all of my lessons, which were all spread out so that one class would be on a specific day of the week and the next lesson would be three weeks later. This didn't make sense because I would forget everything we did. however I stumbled upon Delight Driving School. On my first day, I took lessons with Rob, who informed me that I required a lot more lessons. Later, I selected Kamila as my driving teacher, and she patiently worked with me to teach me everything. I finally passed my driving test two weeks ago, and I'm so happy thank you delight driving school for working with me so patiently and for making me pass my road test. ❤️ much love

Tat 07 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I was so nervous to have a driver teacher but Kamila was amazing ! She got me out of my little habits & helped me break out of having anxiety as well. She was incredible would definitely recommend her for driver teacher ! I did my 5 hour class with Robert & he was amazing as well ! I was not looking forward to this class but he made it a memorable experience & he taught me a lot of stuff I didn’t know before taking the class. Overall 10/10 the school is amazing & very hands on with the students ! I would definitely recommend to everyone especially Kamila & Robert !

BAZAR AL HAYA 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: He is the best instructor. He taught me very important key points and today I passed the road test. Thank you sir!

Miriam Y 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I was in a jam, had a road test and the examiner didn’t let me use my friends car, I called delight driving, Rob came and rescued me, he gave me some valuable tips that I had never heard before. this definitely helped me to pass the road test

b hosh 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Rob is Amazing instructor, very knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to help me to take my road test. Very nice person. I definitely recommend him 1000%

Unwanted_Alex 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Called the school about my situation about my road test and were willing to help me rent out a car on short noticed and gave me helpful instructions in the car right before my test. Will recommend this school !

Jada 2 years ago

Negative experience: Very unprofessional and unorganized . No one picks up the phone it goes straight to voicemail . Gave me complication when I asked simple questions .

Amiya J 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Delight Driving is a really great school if you’re looking to learn how to drive. I took a few lessons with Tom and he was never anything less than respectful and motivating. He also gives out good tips and helpful instructions. Choose delight!

MAG 777 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Awesome, awesome, awesome amazing driving school. Getting my daughter on the road had to be one of the most stressful experiences I encountered in life. There was no drivers Ed offered in her high school. It was stressful financially as well as mentally. Delight driving worked with us through the toughest times. My daughter made it today. She passed her road test. I am truly thankful to delight driving for making it possible. I would recommend them to anyone struggling with other places that may not have your child’s best interest at heart. Thank you delight driving. I have to say this also, I had a very bad experience with island driving (north shore). Please be careful with this school. Delight driving literally picked up the pieces from what they did to us. They will take your money, never provide you with a lesson that fits your schedule and then they will blame you for it. Good luck out there. All driving schools are not created equal.

Amanda I 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I'm so grateful for delight driving and for Valeria for helping me passing my road test!! Valeria and Rob were both very helpful and gave great advice.

Isabel Santiago 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing driving school! Passed on my first attempt. Tom was a great instructor and was very knowledgeable. He made me feel confident+comfortable in my abilities behind the wheel and on the road. 1000% recommend him as an instructor. He gave great tips that I still use regularly. The school overall was very patient and personal, I was able to reach out & receive responses within a timely manner. So grateful for Delight Driving

Seher Ali 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I took lessons with Kamila and passed my road test on my first attempt. She is very professional and a great instructor; she really helped me build confidence to drive. Also, delight driving is very accommodating of my requests regarding highway and 2-hour lessons. I would 100% recommend this school to others.

Sanja de silva 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Kamila did a great job as an instructor. She was very helpful. She motivated me and went out of the way to teach me & boosted my confidence to pass the test. Rob was also very helpful and coordinated everything smoothly. Thank you so much Delight Driving School for the great service.

Jasmine Awad 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Delight Driving goes highly recommended. I'm breaking down my review in separate components. Booking: The website was easy and quick to book lessons. You can see availability for a few weeks in advance; I suggest to book about 1-2 weeks in advance to get your preferred date/time/instructor, but there is always availability regardless. Instructor: I took a total of 10 sessions with Kamila and she is an excellent educator and I highly highly recommend her. She is professional, respectful, kind and patient when teaching you how to drive, which is the type of person you want being your instructor, especially when you're starting something as anxiety provoking as driving for the first time. Kamila never yells or raises her voice; instead, she uses all mistakes as an opportunity to re-teach, remind, and give you opportunities to practice even more. There are so many skills Kamila taught me that I undoubtedly will use for the rest of my life. She's also very honest about where your strengths and weaknesses are. Kamila didn't just prepare me to pass the road test, she prepared me to be a driver. Pricing: $50 for a 60 minute lesson where you are picked up and dropped off from your address is, in my opinion, an excellent price. I think this is the route to go instead of a driving school where there are weekly classes and you have to share your instruction time in the vehicle with other students. I also think this pricing is either standard, or maybe even more affordable, as I found $60 for 60 minutes at another SI location. Number of Lessons/Packages: You're allowed to take as little or as many lessons because you can pay for lessons individually or purchase packages for a small discount (about $10 or $20 discount). I recommend taking more than 5 lessons. It feels so much safer learning with someone who has a brake and it's better working with an instructor who is also aware of what is needed for the road test. Road Test: I passed on my first try. However, I do not recommend paying for the Road Test package they have. It's $90 just for the instructor to pick you up/drop you off and to use their car. That's nearly double the price of their regular 60 minute lesson, despite road tests being a total of literally 5 minutes (or less!). Skip this if you have a car you can borrow and can make it there yourself. They did not schedule my road test for me, I did it myself on the DMV website (which I preferred and was easier this way). Five Hour Class: I didn't hate the five hour class despite it usually being something people dread. It went by quite quickly, we got a few breaks, and it was an opportunity to learn in a different way. I enjoyed the videos. Classes are only available Saturdays with Rob. If you take this class, you MUST be on time with your camera on the entire time. You have to be fully present and engaged; you absolutely will be called out if you have wandering eyes or if it's clear you're not paying attention. You will get cold called too. Rob takes this class very seriously; he will remove you from the class and/or not award you your certificate. The one thing that I was uncomfortable with was that there was a student who had her face in view but you could not see the top half of her body and he said "I want to see your beautiful face and beautiful body on the screen." I think there was a way more appropriate way to say "please be fully on screen." I also didn't understand why a face wasn't enough; not everyone has amazing computer setups. The certificate comes within a week or so after the class. Overall, I'm glad I used Delight Driving and I recommend taking classes with Kamila.

Bunma Azeez 2 years ago

Positive experience: I really want to appreciate two people in the school dat make it possible for me to lean faster nd get my drivers license, firstly Mr Raph…He is the best oh my God this is a wonderful guy that really knows how to sturdy his student nd tell the person this where you need to work on ,and he will also let you no that you can do it…his words of encouragement is excellent He is a good Instructor.And Mr Tom too his a wonderful man God bless him

Alexandra Hartford 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I’d absolutely recommend Delight Driving! My instructor Kamila has been so patient and explained everything very clearly to me. She gave me really helpful tips and was more than happy to let me repeat steps as many times as I felt needed. Robert coordinated with the booking of the road test and was very accommodating (and funny!). Delight Driving was (in fact) a delight to work with!

Charles Wessel 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Carmela was a great instructor. She was patient, provided clear explanations, and always gave notice before each lesson date.

clarybel vargas 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent driving school , they will help you learn how to drive and pass the test. Is easy to use the web service and the fact that you can select the clases and pay later is a plus!!! love my instructor Kamila she is very nice and kind help me to gain confidence and pass the test. Muy buena escuela en Staten Island te ayudan aprender a conducir y pasar el road test. Fue muy fácil usar la app y el hecho de que te permiten elegir la sección a tu conveniencia y luego pagar es bastante conveniente. Me encanto mi instructora Kamila. Fue muy amable y me ayudo bastante.

Wendy Soto 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I’m so happy I chose Delight Driving for driving lessons. I’ve tried learning to drive from my husband for many years and it’s never worked. I chose Tom as my instructor because of his wonderful reviews. Tom is the perfect instructor! He’s extremely patient and understanding. His directions are easy to follow and Tom tailors the lesson to the level you’re at. I was so anxious about driving but Tom’s calm nature has put me at ease. The website is also user friendly and Rob the owner is friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend Delight Driving to everyone, it has been the best experience, and I know I’ll be ready for my road test.

Bekim Bajrami 2 years ago

Negative experience: Liars, This driving school is an ordinary fraud. A person out there, ready only to write offensive SMS. They are not ready to issue the 5 hour certificate even after more than three weeks. They are able to insult your intelligence and others with conspiracy facts that the postal service is not working properly, etc. They distort the address in the end, because the mail can't come and many other slanderous problems. In the end, I decided to go elsewhere for this certificate. One of the most annoying experiences in life so far.

Delight Driving
Delight Driving

The two of you (Bajrami family) are the most irresponsible people I've ever dealt with. Neither of you could understand or speak English. Someone had to write this for you. On the form you had to fill out, you were instructed to enter Mailing Name And Address. You both live at the same address. Both of you only entered your address. No name, no Staten Island, no zip code. After 2 weeks you never received your 5 hour certificates. To resolve your issue and name calling tantrums I elected to drop them in YOUR mailbox, even though it would be after 11 at night. I googled your address, only to find that you live in an apartment. So, you neglected to put in an apartment number also. And you wonder why you did not receive your certificate. Through all of this all you could do was throw insults and name calling. I'm glad to see you go. You can be someone else's problem. And, as I informed you, if you Google Louis Dejoy you would understand that the Post Office is not working properly. And you would understand why. But not even a perfectly running Post Office can overcome a situation where a person does not identify an apartment number. Learn what Mailing Name And Address is, and you won't have this problem in the future. Notice that in almost 2 years of operation, the Bajrami family are the only ones making the claims that you two are.

Frymezim Bajrami 2 years ago

Negative experience: This the worst driving school i have ever seen. He lies about the certificate then starts to boss around after not delivering the certificate after 3 weeks. Even when i told him when the certificate is ready i eill come and get it he still didnt care. Hope people wont fall for this scam. He doesnt care about you just wants the money and doesnt do the job be careful from this fraud!

Delight Driving
Delight Driving

The two of you (Bajrami family) are the most irresponsible people I've ever dealt with. Neither of you could understand or speak English. Someone had to write this for you. On the form you had to fill out, you were instructed to enter Mailing Name And Address. You both live at the same address. Both of you only entered your address. No name, no Staten Island, no zip code. After 2 weeks you never received your 5 hour certificates. To resolve your issue and name calling tantrums I elected to drop them in YOUR mailbox, even though it would be after 11 at night. I googled your address, only to find that you live in an apartment. So, you neglected to put in an apartment number also. And you wonder why you did not receive your certificate. Through all of this all you could do was throw insults and name calling. I'm glad to see you go. You can be someone else's problem. And, as I informed you, if you Google Louis Dejoy you would understand that the Post Office is not working properly. And you would understand why. But not even a perfectly running Post Office can overcome a situation where a person does not identify an apartment number. Learn what Mailing Name And Address is, and you won't have this problem in the future. Notice that in almost 2 years of operation, the Bajrami family are the only ones making the claims that you two are.

Melissa Solis 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Hands down the best driving school in Staten Island this school really cares on making sure you know the right way to drive and pass for your license!

Nitza Fernandez 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I would like to thank Delight Driving for the lessons that helped me pass my road test (on my first try)! I had all of my lessons with Kamila, she is an excellent instructor. The owner Rob is also wonderful and incredibly helpful. They are patient and work WITH you. I recommend Delight Driving for anyone and everyone looking to get first time lessons or even just to improve your driving skills. I had no issues whatsoever, I felt comfortable, it was AFFORDABLE, and overall, my experience was truly a Delightful one.

Curly Jamaican 2 years ago

Negative experience: I have never been a client of this company nor do I ever plan to be. However, yesterday a friend of mine failed her driving test and this was due to her driving a car this company brought to her home, that was not the car she practiced in. She was not comfortable with this vehicle and as a result she was very unsure of how to gauge and properly navigate the car. She also stated that his attitude was very accusatory with her which made her even more nervous. I asked her to read the reviews and we both noticed instead of responding kindly to the clients that were not satisfied, the owner chose to blame them for lacking skills. It is obvious that they lack skills, that is why they pay for the service of learning to drive. If you do not properly prepare them for the road test, they obviously will not have the skills to pass. It is sad that he doesn’t provide a way to remedy the problem. Instead, he just blames the clients who are spending their money. Please take heed. Now my friend has to find a new driving school and spend more money to learn to drive for her driving test.

Delight Driving
Delight Driving

Your friend? Okay, sure. 'Your friend' who's permit sat unused for several years and expires end of April. Who's fault was that? 'Your friend', who received last minute special treatment to try to get her to pass. 'Your friend', who could only do the road test on one day, and we accommodated her. Because the owner scheduled the lesson and road test with himself. Then 'your friend' had serious attitude issues with the owner. The owner passed the lesson and road test to one of the instructors, because he wanted nothing more to do with 'your friend'. That's why she was dealing with a different instructor, and a different car. That instructor cancelled a long-time standing student with this school in an attempt to help 'your friend'. Mind you that no one else can get a lesson AND road test with us at this time, due to changes that DMV has made to their scheduling. 'Your friend' never gave so much as a thank you to the instructor. 'Your friend', who rolls through stop signs continuously, and then has an attitude about it. As if it's someone else's fault that she doesn't understand the concept, or meaning, of the word 'STOP". Why didn't you name 'your friend'? Why didn't she write her own review? We know who it is. I would advise that your friend have a more courteous attitude towards those who are trying to help her. And simple thank you's to those who go out of their way to do so. Otherwise 'your friend' will be repeating her behavior throughout her attempts to receive driving lessons. You might want to tell 'your friend' that the brakes work very similar in all cars. When she rolled through the stop sign on the road test, as she does in every practice, it's a guaranteed fail. And the feel of the car is not to blame. Because of the changes that DMV has made, many students cannot take their road test in the car that they learned in. Yet they pass without issue. But not 'your friend'. You might want to talk to 'your friend' about this. 'Your friend' was looking to get a speedy road test with us since she failed this one. Clearly that won't be happening. I wonder what the other driving schools will tell her. Coincidently, 'your friend' is also Jamaican, with curly hair. And amazingly your profile picture is a spitting image of 'your friend'. But these are just coincidences, I'm sure. Let's not minch. 'Your friends' name is Nadia Hunt Guzman.

Hayley Joseph 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Delight Driving is inexpensive, easy going and fast! Tom was my instructor and he really helped me shape up my skills and taught me many new ones. He is very calm, kind and was always on time for my lessons. I'm glad that I got him as my instructor. I started my driving classes the second week in March and a month later, after five lessons I passed my driver's test. Thank you Delight Driving!

Tanisha H. 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had the pleasure of working with Kamila here at Delightful Driving. I worked with her for several months. I really like that her teaching style is laid back yet still professional. She helped me strengthen my weaknesses to increase confidence and I just passed my road test March 23, 2023. Kamila is a great assest!

John Macwan 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I have an excellent experience of Delight Driving School. Tom is the best instructor, very sober. He quickly judges the nature and skills of his students and deals accordingly, however adheres to the norms of teaching and ultimate goal of success of the incumbant. Rob is sweet hearted but strict in theory. They are NOT money minded, wont try to squeez you. I am 73 years and looking at my India experience of driving, Rob advised me only 5 lessons after which I passed the test in first attempt, despite the US driving on right side contrary to Indian on left side. I would recommand this school to anybody desireous of obtaining a license.

Kyaw Ye Lynn 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Simply the best training school in Staten Island

Adeola Oronti 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I couldn't believe it when I went to delight driving school that I could drive,because I was once taught by my husband and driving seems so difficult, but I remembered that the instructor I had on my first lesson told me to relax that I will be able to driving. I am glad to tell you that I passed my road test yesterday. The patience and encouragement I got was second to none. Thank you so much to my all the instructors I had. You were all AWESOME. Thank you delight driving school.

Camile Posadas 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: We had an amazing experience! Website is user friendly, easy scheduling, great customer service. Our son loved instructor Tom and he passed the driving test on the first try! Keep up the good work.

Keanna B 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Kamila is an amazing instructor! would definitely recommend for beginner drivers!

Andy Zhang 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Tom is an excellent teacher. He is professional and patient. He molds the lessons to your needs and pushes you to improve. The Delight Driving website takes some getting used to but it makes it easy to book lessons as well.

antuan henderson 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: These guys are good at what they do. I was out of options before I called them 30 mins before my road test at 9am and they returned my call before the school was open and sent a car for me to take the road test that picked me up at my house and got me there with time to spare. Tom is amazing. He really sat with me and prepared me right until it was my turn. I know I did well because of this. Really happy with the way everything went.

Brandon Aranda 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Rob is the man!

Judith Ben 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Best driving instructor in the game. Please do not waste your money on other driving schools. This driving school will teach you how to actually be a good driver with a patient staff. Additionally they are very economical and don’t overcharge. I had to get a very last minute lesson and car for road test. I learned more from them in one lesson and than I’ve learned for other driving schools for weeks.

Lavender Moody 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Everything You Book Are Affordable. Fast Booking & Schedule As Soon As You Need Them. Amazing Service From Everyone. I Drive W/ Confidence. Thank You So Much

Bonnie Carissa Soliman 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Robert was very helpful and patient and generous of his time to assist in scheduling. We appreciate him very much for accommodating our last minute booking. And Tom, the driving instructor, was very informative, encouraging, and supportive. I passed the driving test with flying colors at the first take!!! Thank you, Delight Driving for everything!!!

shirley fines 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I can’t thank Delight driving enough. After having fear of driving Yuri and Tom (instructors) and Rob (owner) helped me to overcome that fear. With the amazing instructors they have. Yuri and Tom. Thank you both so much for being so patient with me. I passed my toad test the 1st try. This school is amazing. So professional and the instructors are always on time. They are so patient and willing to help. I recommend for all who are searching for a great driving school. This place is the one !!!

swampfire swamp 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: They where very understanding and helped me with refunding a class right away. No trouble or any confusion!

fares saliba 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing teacher, very concise and efficient. Was perfect for last minute tips to pass the exam from the first try.

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Delight Driving

Thank you so much. Your Instructor was Kamila.

Lauren Stange 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend!! Only driving school that ever called me back and I’m glad they did. Great staff that is extremely helpful and led to great results.

Layal Elcharfa 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: The best driving school ever!! Great teachers that help you pay close attention to the road and use great strategies to build up your skills. They helped me pass my road test on my first try and show you everything you need to know!!!

Judith Nnaka 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: the best driving school in Staten Island, NY, they have the best instructors, i used their services for my road test and passed at one sittingInstructor Tom is the best, i followed his instructions and passed my road test at first try with them after 4 failed attempts.. i highly recommend delight driving school!!!!!!

Letty Garcia 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Delight Driving has gave me one of the best experience. As a first time driver, I was able to learn how to drive on the road with the help of one of the best instructors Yuri. I appreciate him so much, he was very calm and patient with me making me feel safe in the road. Thank you to Kamila who made everything so much easier and showed me the exact steps to pass the test. Would definitely recommend taking classes with delight Driving.

lisa marie 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent throughout! Rob is the absolute best you can get. My daughter Samantha was anxious about this milestone and Rob's personality & skill has made her comfortable & secure behind the wheel. I cannot thank him enough. I wish I could give him 10 star's.

Bonnie H 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Kamila is awesome

Larnell Chavis jr 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Get driving school great instructors an very fast road test highly recommended

Courtney Haney 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely one of the most helpful experiences of my life. I am so greatful to have had my lesson and road test with Rob. Stern but very very helpful!

Giselle Domingo 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great driving school with great instructors that taught me well. I had Kamila, Yuri, and Rob teach me. Rob also accommodated me hastily last minute when things got canceled 2 days before my road test. Ended up passing the test the first time!

Itzel Surillo 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very attentive, patient, and helpful. I was able to pass my road test on my first try!

Jessica Rodriguez 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: The delight driving honestly for me in the beginning it was a little rough instructor taught me well though and I pass my road test.delight driving it very good.

Dylen Paone 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I took lessons with delight driving after a failed attempt at another driving school. The people at Delight driving were easy going and always very polite and respectful. It was very easy to schedule lessons with them as they were very flexible with times. The lessons itself were great and I learned everything I needed to know in order to pass my road test. Overall it was a great experience and I recommend to anyone trying to take driving lessons.

Louise Lipsker 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Where should I start ? I called Rob out of desperation. I took a lot of driving lessons in France (pardon my French mistakes here) and tried to take my road test a first time here and failed it. I was such a bad driver. I then called Rob. Rob was not only the best driver teacher I ever had but also the best coach I had in my life. He is such a kind human being, genuinely good and will take the best care of you. He’s tuff but trust me it’s worth it, he managed to make me pass my driver test even though at the time I thought it was impossible. I had the best time with him, the best driving lessons and I will be forever grateful for that. Thank you Rob. Thank you Delight Driving for being the best driving school and really taking care of your students. Louise

Jennifer Tuong 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I was lucky to have found Delight Driving School!! It saved me from more money and time wasted on classes from driving schools that weren’t teaching me appropriately. I had experienced 4 different instructors at 2 different driving schools; each time I was hoping I would finally learn what I needed and feel confident for the road test. In these previous driving schools, I had to take the initiative to keep requesting my instructors to teach me the checklist of items on the road test evaluation. I had to also keep asking my instructors to please repeat with me what I had learned. I was disappointed that I was paying instructors and I had to direct them to do what I believe good instructors should be doing on their own. More discouraging was that I later learned that the techniques I was taught were not sufficient to pass the road test! I realized there were a lot of things I was doing wrong. It was very upsetting to have spent my time and resources for these previous classes and not learning what I needed. I knew I needed to find a different driving school and be more selective this time. When I spoke with Rob, the owner of Delight Driving School over the phone to inquire about his school, for the first time I wasn’t hearing someone who was trying to sell me on classes. He was offering me free driving advice and explained the scientific reasons behind why, so that I could understand! He also asked me questions which I should have known the answers to if I was taught properly before. I could tell Rob took teaching people how to drive very seriously and was doing his job as an instructor and owner. I knew I had found the right school. With my road test coming up soon I had no time to lose and a lot of learning and undoing of bad ways that I was taught. I decided to spend the additional money and time to take his classes. Even though I lived in the Rockaways, NY, I decided to pay for a hotel stay in Staten Island to take a “boot camp” training with Rob. In just 3 classes in 2 days, Rob helped clean up a lot of my wrong and bad habits! Rob was also the best person to do it with. He was not only an excellent instructor but he went up and beyond. He taught me his techniques that he tried and tested and explained them to me. Rob understood that repetition was the key to learning. He stressed in himself, his instructors and students to repeat, repeat and repeat! During my training with Rob he would direct me to keep repeating till I got it right and even if I did, he would instruct me to do it again, and again later on. I have not met an instructor who had that patience and attentiveness. Rob took teaching people how to drive seriously, as he should!! Driving inadequately puts ours and others’ lives at risk. Rob therefore was strict and focused during his training but it was for good reasons. Rob expressed his desire of high standards also of his driving instructors. He recognized the inadequacy with the driving school industry and was passionate about truly teaching people how to drive and to drive safely. After just a few training sessions with Rob, I passed the road test!! I honestly don’t think I could have done it without Rob and Delight Driving school!

Nimalesh Sukumar 2 years ago

Negative experience: The instructor was very unfriendly and made me feel very nervous. He kept on going about my ego getting in the way of my ability to learn, which is belittling feedback and not constructive. I have not been talked like that to as an adult in a long time. If you value friendliness, good manners and being put at ease, the instructor I had (the business owner) is not for you. It seems like a common theme in the reviews. The owner has a lot of anger and I hope he gets some help. I was a nervous wreck and I failed the test, pretty badly. If the owner’s intention was to put me off driving, he succeeded!

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Delight Driving

In case you forgot, I was video-taping for training purposes for my Instructors. The footage, and my remarks, clearly shows that your driving was very dangerous. A supposed experienced driver should have had more awareness and skill than you. On top of that you would interrupt me every time I would start to speak. Your lack of skill and unwillingness to listen is your real problem. "Got It, Got It, Got IT." Constantly said by you before I could finish a sentence. That or other short grunts of acknowledgement that you 'Got It'. If I have to make that many corrections to an 'Experienced Driver', what experience do you really have? But you really weren't getting it. You're looking for someone to blame for your very bad driving. When you drive, or learn, leading with your ego, the results will not be good. You should watch the video and take count of your interruptions. It should make clear the real problem during the lesson. The next lesson(s) you take, with another school, you might want to practice uninterrupted listening. You never know what you might actually hear. Here's the video link, with associated commentary below. Enjoy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHV6xwS1iWw&t=5s

Cassandra DeMola 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing experience! My lessons with Robert were insightful and really taught me how to be a gold driver. The ease of scheduling and the availability they had for lessons was incredible. Most other schools had little to no availability. The instructors here really care about making you a good and safe driver. Would recommend!!

Alyssa Villanueva 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Okay so 2 things: 1. I called ALL driving schools in Staten Island and EVERY SINGLE ONE of them said NO because it was a short notice. Then, I stumbled upon Robert and he took the extra mile to cater everything that I need. They even picked me up and dropped me off the terminal. 2. All thanks to Yuri, I passed my test after just an hour of teaching me everything that I needed to know. Here’s your takeaway bestie: They are the best driving school in SI ‍♀️

Taylor DePrimo 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I’m so happy I found Delight Driving when I started looking into driving schools, as they had weekend availability which was what I needed the most to work around my work schedule. I had both Rob and Kamila as my instructors and both were extremely plesant and wonderful to take lessons from! I was able to pass my road test on my first try thanks to the help of both Rob and Kamila. I 100% recommend this school to anyone looking!

Oli 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Super helpful and passed! Thanks!

Nicole Romano 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I just wanted to let everyone know that this is a great driving school. I passed my road test on my first try!! My instructor was Kamilia and she was amazing!

Saher Fatima 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent Driving School. Amazing instructors. Delight Driving is the best driving school on Staten Island. I was able to pass my driving test on the first try because of this school. The instructors are kind and helpful. They try their hardest to teach you the best driving skills.

lessi legers 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Сдал с первого раза! Спасибо Raf лучший инструктор! Иван. Passed the first time! Thank you Raf best instructor! Ivan!

Katherine Amaya 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I passed my road test with delight driving. My instructor was Yuri taught me how to drive was really patient, encouraging and nice. And good prices definitely recommend this driving school.

Harley516 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Delight Driving Services is by far the best. They helped me last minute Road Test availability. Professional, Easy scheduling and very on point with learning how to drive. Thank you Robert

C A 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I passed my road test yesterday in 5 minutes with Delight Driving. It’s a great school, good prices, and they make it very simple and straightforward to get started with the process. They offer highway lessons which is very useful. My instructor, Yuri, taught me how to drive. He was very patient, encouraging, and nice. He helped me become comfortable with driving and taught me everything I needed for the test. He knows a lot and gives great advice so I recommend him.

Gabriel F 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Rob is excellent. He was able to pick up an appointment at the last minute. Great lesson.

Robert Dakwar 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: One lesson from this school has taught me so much. I came in thinking I knew a lot about steering and handling, turns out I had much to learn about specifics and details, which Robert was very helpful in showing me in just one lesson! No other school would have been able to show me that.

Blessing Olafusi 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Best teacher! It will help if you choose someone like him who plays no game! To be honest, it is worth your money

K Mason 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Thank you so much to Rob!!! Great customer service and quick service. Definitely recommend using this service especially if you’re doing the test in SI.

Ian Prokopchik 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very nice and attentive personnel!

JAY JTI 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Delight Driving really helped me out. I wanna thank Rob and Yuri for helping me get my license when I started off not knowing at all how to drive.

Alex 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Delight driving is THE BEST driving school on Staten Island. All of the instructors are very courteous, professional, and informative. They teach you step by step on what to do and what is needed for the driving test. No other driving school offers such guidance and direction better than Delight. Special shout out to Yuri and Kamila for being so awesome and the perfect instructors, and especially to Rob who is very candid and offers a direct approach on everything you need in order to drive. 11/10

Muhammad Khalid Tahir 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Hello everyone, I am very happy to announce you that I have passed my exam. I am the person who did not anything about driving. First of all, I am office worker and do not have free time before 5PM, I was facing difficulty in selecting the school who can give me classes after 5 PM and over weekends. I searched all Staten Island schools they were not flexible for me. I am really grateful to Delight Driving School as they understand my problems and gave me Classes on my availability. My Instructor was Miss Kamila, who is wonderful teacher, she taught me the lessons in a nice and easy ways. She never lost her patience on my repeatedly mistakes. She gave me a-lot of confidence. She is the excellent lady and teacher. I had one session with our Head of the school, he pointed out and taught me the very important points of not only pass the exam but also important for safety also. I am really thankful to Delight Driving School specially Miss Kamila and highly recommend this school. I honored this school as My School. Best wished and God Bless you all

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