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Metro Boston Driving School
65 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02111, United States
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je
Review №1

Just passed my road test last Sunday. It was great having them as part of success. From the start of communication to their front office to my teacher Mr Peter. Their team are very professional.

me
Review №2

Wish I had found this driving school sooner. Communication is good from the lady in the office to the mysterious man who answers the phone regularly to assist. My lessons were with Peter. Peter is the boss when it comes to teaching. He is patient, educated and informative when he teaches behind the wheel. He is always calm and collective when teaching and talking to you. He is always at the site ready and waiting for your lesson, very punctual. Excellent driving school and employees... Thank you, thank you, thank you. Will recommend!! I also had one lesson with Wolin, good instructor too.

Jo
Review №3

I cant speak for everyone, but I had a great experience. From when I first emailed them to when I passed my road test, the process was seamless. Just listen to what they tell you, dont be difficult, and youll be alright. Everyone was polite and punctual. The examiner, while firm, was also polite and helpful with feedback. COVID precautions were also upheld. I highly recommend this place. 👌

El
Review №4

I had a great experience. Peter will make sure you are well prepared for the road test. No surprises.They reply promptly to emails. They are friendly and professional. Highly recommended.

Sh
Review №5

Great experience! Ann helped me a lot for preparing for the road test! The test went very smoothly. Thank you!

Zh
Review №6

I just passed the test and I have to say that Ann and Peter are amazing. They are so nice and teach you kindly! This is a perfect place to get your license

sh
Review №7

I had a really good experience with Metro Boston Driving School. They were prompt in their communication. The instructors were clear in their instructions and preparation for the test. On the day of the test, the school representative, once again went over the important points. I highly recommend them.

Zh
Review №8

I learned with Peter in Malden for 4 classes. I had no driving experience but did drive in parking lot with a friend in parking lot for a few hours before taking lessons at Metro Boston. Peter definitely knows everything you need to know for road test and will have you practice the exact same routine that you will do during your test. i think even if you think you drive well, its worth taking a class to prep for the test.

Ca
Review №9

Had the biggest aversion to driving, as an anxious driver I didn’t know if I could do it (in Downtown/Chinatown no less) since I had no prior experience, but my instructor gave me the confidence to operate a vehicle from the very first lesson. In a matter of 2 months I took several lessons with Dan who was patient, friendly and informative. Booked my road test this past weekend and passed on the first try, special shout-out to Peter and Woldin for my last two lessons before my exam w/ highway practice. Very much recommend! Aside from the instructors, the school itself is very professional too, the admin staff is very prompt w:m/ bookings, reminders and scheduling things. Thanks Metro Boston!!

su
Review №10

I schedule class with Ann and took class with Wolin. Ann can be a little hectic from time to time but is a very nice person overall and is ready to help. Wolin is a pretty good and young instructor. I think he will become a better instructor with time as his teaching styles matures, i.e. to be more communicative and conducive.Being a pretty old and established business, their system and way of operating may be a little old fashioned. But overall, this is decent driving school and everyone is really trying to help students.A suggestion I have may be to improve the class scheduling system. Right now scheduling and keeping track of which seems to be done purely manually.

an
Review №11

Passed my road test today. Got a good driving lesson the day before to get used to the car. The instructor went over the minute details and was patient with my questions. Overall, great experience.

Ch
Review №12

I had a really good experience with Metro Boston Driving School. I passed road test last Sunday.I had only two class with Roger and Wolin they are prefect instructor.I highly recommend them.

Jo
Review №13

I got there before my appointment time and the instructor (Name is Wolin) blamed me that I was late when we started at 2:10pm and tried to sign me in at the exact scheduled time (2:00pm). I even texted him that I was waiting in the office as soon as I arrived. He sounded rude and unwelcoming so I went back to the office right away before we even started and got a refund but I had to waste my time going there when I could’ve done something else today. The lady in the office said because it was busy and gave me excuses but I think they were trying to just scam me and get away with starting later than my scheduled time. I don’t recommend going here.

Vi
Review №14

The worst school ever. There are many things they didnt teach me during the driven classes and was crucial for the test. Avoid this school.

Le
Review №15

I had never driven a car before I started taking lessons here and passed my road test on my first try less than a month later. Highly recommend for international college students

Ra
Review №16

Had a great experience. The instructor was very courteous. Helped me with things I was struggling with.

Li
Review №17

Good and reliable place to go! The instructors are really professional and provided me instructive suggestions and tips before my road test, which helped me a lot to PASS!

LF
Review №18

I called this driving school the morning of 4/2/21 and asked them if they had any openings. They said yes, and I scheduled for over a week away, (the weekend of 4/9 and 4:11). I asked them if they accepted cash, they said yes, and we hung up. Immediately after the phone call ended, I was being harassed to send the payment through Zelle or Venmo. After reading the reviews on here, I decided I would pay cash instead, because I read they would take your money and cancel on you, so I thought I’d play it safe. When this business texted me, asking me to pay upfront right away, I was at work, but they insisted they needed the cash NOW, since my driving classes weren’t scheduled, just “reserved”. I didn’t have the chance to respond before they said they removed me from their schedule. I’m glad I listened to my gut and didn’t pay upfront, now seeing how money hungry they are, after not even 24 hours after contacting them.

Ra
Review №19

Really good experience with them. Friendly instructor who teaches you everything you need to know to clear road test. I highly recommend them.

Te
Review №20

Highly recommend Metro Boston Driving School! I had a wonderful experience here and just got my driver license last week! Thank you so much for your help through COVID. I completed six courses with Peter which is very nice and pays a lot of attention to the details of the rules. They offer service in Downtown and in Malden as well!

Mi
Review №21

Had 6 classes with them, passed my test in one try.They’re professional and they teach you not only how to drive safe but also techniques of passing the test.Really good experience :)

br
Review №22

I had a great experience with this driving school. It was easy to book with them and the road test was covid friendly. They have great communication skills and was there to help when I needed it. I recommended two of my friends because I had such a great experience.

Ti
Review №23

Peter and Ann are sooooo good. Great driving school.

Ni
Review №24

I failed my road test because they have a rude instructor, will not be coming back to this place, would not recommend for anyone

Jo
Review №25

I had completed the JOL driving school program during February break. Unfortunately, COVID hit right after and I wasn’t able to complete my hours during the summertime. The coordination was great, scheduling was easy, and they covered everything I needed to know to pass my road test very well (yes, I did pass).

Bl
Review №26

Dont not visit the will try to cheat you out your money they are scam gods!!! Poor customer service and satisfaction the dont wish to satisfy you at all!!!!

Review №27

I needed to learn how to drive in a really short period of time (under a month). Metro Boston was super flexible with scheduling, and within 5 lessons taught me all the basics I needed to know, as well as made me feel comfortable behind the wheel (a tough ask with some of the craziness of driving in Downtown Boston). With their help, I’m glad to say that I just passed my driving test today! Highly recommend!

No
Review №28

This location is very accommodating during this pandemic. They take the precautions to have each student use sanitizer and sanitizer wipes to clean up before you start to drive. Dan and Freddy and the two of the instructors I can approve that they are both chill. They both gave me useful tips about my parallel parking and overall driving on the road. I passed my road test last week and want to give a shout out to the gentleman whose name I forgot to allow me to parallel park again after I had messed up the first time. P.S. I had drove previously before attending to driving school but I will say the instructors help prepare you to be out on the road with other people.I would recommend anyone looking forward an affordable option to practice driving and preparing for the road test!

LZ
Review №29

Trap! DO NOT GO! They told me that they will help me to register a road test, when I got to the test spot (which is not even RMV) they told me that I was unable to take the road test due to some mistake that was clearly made by them. Then, they pushed all fault on me, and asked me for more money. This place was truly uncomfortable and made me felt trapped. Would give them a zero if I can!

Yo
Review №30

First of all, let me just say Freddy was great. He was patient with me as a nervous driver. He gave me confidence when I did not have much. Those two stars are for him. However, I would give the school 0 stars overall. I booked a few lessons with Freddy and a sponsor for my road test in Watertown. On the day of the test, we drove to Watertown and waited for an hour doing nothing. Instructor didn’t even talk to us. He just went on his phone the whole time. I ended up failing and all I got from the school was a “sorry.” Nothing about working with me to help me pass next time. They got their money and didn’t care what happened after that. I am definitely not coming there again.

Li
Review №31

I had a few lessons, and my permit was expiring, so pressured myself to take a road test, but with the school and their car, which I wasnt used to as it was new and the break was extremely sensitive. Of course, the parallel parking part is still not something I can do well, so I didnt pass. But waiting in line with 16+ other people and other students in the car with you will make you extra nervous, so remember that.I write this review today because I am renewing just my ID and see on the RMV site that I owe $35 for the road test from last year, when all my fees were given to the school. I guess they pocketed it for themselves. Never again. Ill learn with my moms car and use her car.I do not recommend. The owner is not very nice, and is literally shoeless in the car rubbing his toes together while youre supposed to focus on the road.

Da
Review №32

I understand that experience may vary - my very own is definitely positive, although I only hired a sponsor&car for the road test. Even though I opted only for the basic package, the instructor drove with me around the blocks and gave tips for the exam itself. They also had good advice and knew all the important tricks - which DMV to choose, what time to come, etc. While they may have not been best in terms.of communication, I think they did really well at what mattered most - making sure.that my exam chances are increased.

ab
Review №33

Very good place to learn driving and to apply for drivers test. Roger was my instructor and, he taught me the right steps to a parallel park and to do the 3 point turn. Reasonable price, good instructors and they manage to get you a driving test ASAP

Om
Review №34

The staff is nice, respectful, and work with sincerity. I had my mock exam with Frank who was very knowledgeable about the exam at the specific location I was assigned. June sponsored me during the exam and drove me to and back from the location. Throughout the ride, she was very encouraging and was supportive.I highly recommend anyone, experienced or not, in the Boston area to give these guys a shot!

Si
Review №35

Ive never had a bad experience with this driving school. Although I was only practicing, Roger was really patient and was very understanding when it came down to answering my questions. He made me feel comfortable.

As
Review №36

Not sure why people have a bad experience at this place. I loved the instructor his name is Freddy and he’s very patient and nice. I’ve never drove before and I’ve learned to drive and had so much confidence after just 2 classes. The price is very cheap compared to other places.

IB
Review №37

Bottom line: avoid this place by all means; otherwise, be prepared to fight them.- Arbitrarily cancelled scheduled road tests without notice; only to be notified on site. Some other people got phone calls out of blue to come to take road tests WITHIN AN HOUR while it was pouring outside, yet their road test was originally scheduled for the next day.- Penalized/price-gouged students for no-show at driving classes when they themselves couldnt honor the agreed schedule.- Even the coach mentioned that their office is a hodgepodge at best.

M
Review №38

From my experience this is a Great place! The staff is Respectful and I never had a bad experience with them. Just know when you go theres a deposit!!! I had to pay 55 dollars that was the only thing that surprised me because it wasnt mentioned but whatever, Nothing is free. People just need to make sure they listen carefully to their rules! If you make an appointment and you want to cancel it MAKE SURE YOU CALL 36 HOURS BEFORE! Not 24. And if you made the appointment the day before just make sure you GO because evidently its not a 36 hour notice and you will have to pay like 15 dollars for a cancelled appointment! And also keep in mind 15 is ONLY FOR ONE LESSON CANCELLED . If you cancelled for a 1.5 hour lesson you have to pay 30 dollars PLUS the money you take for you next lesson! So to save your money dont cancel. Take your time and listen what their teaching you!

Sr
Review №39

I contacted them since I needed a sponsor for the road test. They offered a lesson before the test. Freddy was extremely good and the lady who took us to the RMV was very helpful and helped me pass the test.

Yu
Review №40

I was happy with the classes I took and my instructor. But on my road test day, they told me to arrive at Ashmont Station at 5.20pm while the schools car came to pick me up on 6.50pm. I waited for 90 mins and they didnt have any explanation nor apology. Very bad experience.

Yu
Review №41

DO NOT GOWORSE SCHOOL FOR DRIVING EVERCANCEL YOUR ROAD TEST W/O NOTICECHANGE YOUR ROAD TEST TO ANOTHER DAY WHICH YOU SAID COULDNT MAKE ITI read the review but still decided to go to this school, thought things might be a little different. But the fact is - all descriptors who gave 1 star truly described their service.

Am
Review №42

I witnessed their driver watching tv on the phone while driving. And i have a picture of her abhorrent behavior posted to photos of interested

Da
Review №43

I didnt had a good experience at all.

Vi
Review №44

I would urge on the side of caution if you are planning to attend this driving school. They make you pay in cash and pull numbers off thin air when asking for a payment. Be careful or you will end up paying lot more than you planned for.

Ta
Review №45

We took a class with Freddy and it was very good! Freddy is a great teacher and he was very knowledgeable and supportive, we do recommend Freddy as an instructor!But, please, be sure you go to RMV right after the exam and replace the permit with the “pass” sign with the temporary license!!! Do not leave without replacing your permit after the exam!

Ch
Review №46

Good experience at this driving school! I took lessons in Malden where is very close to my home. My teacher Peter is an excellent trainer. Peter is very patient and always points to my mistakes. After several super effecient lessons, I got good driving skills as well as good driving habit.

RV
Review №47

Friendly, helpful front desk staff. Excellent, punctual instructors. Very reasonable pricing.Ask for Freddy - hes the man!

Mo
Review №48

I had one class with them few days before my road test exam in Boston. They are very friendly and they scheduled my test on time. The road test was smooth and the guy who came from the school explains us the important parts of the exam right before the exam. Im totaly satisfied with their service.

Fr
Review №49

People there are patient and nice. I asked them to schedule a roar test for me and two weeks later I got my permit switched to driver license!!!!! This is awesome!

Ha
Review №50

Wayne is definitely the worst you should avoid. Hes bad not because hes not an experienced driver. He is an excellent driver, however, he kept talking the whole ride and distracted me and shame me for not knowing anything. Well, if I know everything why would I come to school the first place? He knows how to make student feel discouraged and speaking lots of inappropriate things I dont wanna know. If you get along and learn well from him. Good for you, but hes definitely not someone that I will recommend.

Qi
Review №51

Very bad service and attitude! Saturday morning they only the door until 9:17am. And the woman is very cold and indifferent. I said I didnt reserve, just pass by and want to check if I can practice today! However, because I signed the road test by myself, not by them. She said we dont accept you because you signed by yourself. I dont know its true or she just use one excuse to aginst me. Its bullshit since their website did said they can do driving practice either we signed the test by ourselves or through them! Just want to say, its really a bad attitude! I feel shameful if she is a Chinese

Ja
Review №52

Watched somebody in a Boston metro driving school car take the 2+ HOV lane at 830 am alone, against the law, and then proceed to drive into the i-93 tunnel talking on her phone and steering with one hand, cut two people off and the drove slowly to South station. Seems like a great school if you want to learn how to be an awful driver.

Sa
Review №53

I went to this place as it seems cheaper and in downtown area. After I joined the driving class, I found everything strange. First of all, I need to call front desk to make an appointment for the class (which is normal), but the lady in the front desk doesnt know how to deal with customers, broken English really hard to understand, very raspy sound. Second it took the lady forever to schedule a road test or a class which I think is ridiculous. Customer service is horrible. Think twice before calling/going to this place.

Ka
Review №54

Excellent customer service. Staff who does the road test preparation is so nice, friendly and well experienced who gives very useful tips for driving test.

Mu
Review №55

Only suggest is DO NOT GO. There is another driving school far better than Metro in the same building. Metro asks for more money and provides worse service.

Dy
Review №56

I’m honestly pissed with these ppl. I paid them 125 2x for my road test and they do not cover the rmv fee for only $35. Makes no sense for them to charge 125 for a 15 min road test and do not cover the $35. So when I go to the rmv I owe this money they should’ve paid smh

Wa
Review №57

Applying to this school was a gamble for me because before i did i read alot of negative reviews on it. But i payed for the JOL program and dedicated myself to doing all my requirement license hours. I am 17 and I completed the program and applied to do my road test.I passed and received my license before I turned 18. Im really glad i chose to attend this school.

St
Review №58

Usually i dont even bother leaving reviews for anything but wow. I called twice trying to schedule a driving lesson and asked do you speak english then they hung up on me immediately. Didnt even say no sorry just hung up. rude asf. id give them negative stars if i could

sh
Review №59

Do not use there services unless you want everyone to know your information. they do not use company phones

Ca
Review №60

The worst driving school. Staff have horrible attitude and treats customers like trash. They have no organization. You basically go into situations confused

Ju
Review №61

They are good , I dont understand why people have bad luck

Da
Review №62

Not allow service for deaf people driving

Ro
Review №63

These people are scam artists I spent 2 months in the school and they failed me 2 times on the road test they suck I guarantee if I were Chinese theyd give me my license and its like they dont care

Sw
Review №64

Good

Xu
Review №65

All of them were recommended by classmates and friends. We passed the exams. The teacher taught me the details and mock exams so that you can adapt in advance. As long as you follow the teachers requirements and instructions, plus pay attention to your own safety, there is no problem.

Pe
Review №66

不错👍,极力推荐Roger和Peter教练!

Sa
Review №67

All the employees are very kind, the classes on time, freddy (one of the instructors) is very patient, it helps you to relax the nerves ... And with only 2 classes I passed the driving test .. and the best, with a reasonable price .. I recommend them!

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  • Address:65 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02111, United States
  • Site:http://metrobostondrivingschool.com/
  • Phone:+1 617-482-3939
Categories
  • Driving school
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–5PM
  • Thursday:10AM–5PM
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:10AM–5PM
  • Sunday:10AM–5PM
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