Driving with Autism

Specialist Driving Instruction for Autistic Learners Across Victoria

Drive Smart Driver Academy is proud to offer tailored driving lessons for autistic individuals throughout Victoria. Our program is designed to provide a safe, structured, and empowering learning experience for neurodiverse drivers — with expert guidance, inclusive teaching methods, and full support from intake to licensing.
We understand that autistic learners may face unique challenges when learning to drive. That’s why our approach is calm, predictable, and personalised — with every detail organised for you, including collaboration with Occupational Therapists where required.

Begin Your Driving Journey

We take care of everything — from intake and lesson scheduling to therapist coordination, we can find you support coordinators and most importantly get you ready for driving independently.
You focus on learning. We handle the rest.

Driving with Autism

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What We Provide

Inclusive Driving Instruction

Structured, low-stress lessons with clear routines and visual supports.
Sensory-aware teaching strategies tailored to individual needs.
Flexible communication options (verbal, visual, written) to suit your learning style.

Experienced, Autism-Aware Instructors

Patient, empathetic educators trained in neurodiversity and inclusive practice.
Respectful, client-centred coaching that adapts to your pace.
Collaborative goal-setting to build confidence and autonomy.

Practical Skill Development

Road rules and hazard perception taught in accessible, step-by-step formats.
Real-world driving scenarios with guided practice and feedback.
Strategies for managing anxiety, sensory sensitivities, and executive functioning.

Seamless Support & Coordination

All lesson planning and documentation handled by our team.
Collaboration with Occupational Therapists when needed — we manage all coordination.
Transparent progress reports and optional communication with families or support workers.

Who This Program Is For

Our autism-friendly driving lessons are ideal for:

Autistic teens and adults seeking a structured, supportive path to driving.
Individuals with sensory sensitivities, anxiety, or cognitive processing differences.
Families, carers, and support networks looking for a trusted, inclusive driving school.

Service Coverage

Drive Smart Driver Academy proudly delivers autism-friendly driving instruction across all regions of Victoria.
No matter where you're located, our team is committed to providing accessible, professional support tailored to your needs.

Victorian Learner Permit Test

At Drive Smart, we proudly partner with Changing Gears to offer the Get My L’s Program—a disability‑informed, NDIS‑approved course designed to help learners confidently prepare for the Victorian Learner Permit Test.

Drive Smart Driver Academy is committed to making driving education inclusive, empowering, and accessible for autistic learners across Victoria. If you have any questions, please contact us for a free consultation.