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Colwell's Auto Driving School Colwell's Auto Driving School is a family owned business that has been providing Driving Lessons to the Bronx area for over 50 years. We specialize in Driving Instructions for Automatic Cars available for road tests right here in the Bronx, New York. Combine that with the training for the 5 Hour Pre-licensing Course / Class and the 6 Hour Defensive Driving Course / Class, also known as the Insurance Reduction Course, Point Reduction Course and the New York Safety Program - (NYSP), and you'll quickly see why Colwell's Auto Driving School has become a leader in the industry for over half a century!
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Blazing
Jun 04, 2022
So glad I chose to come learn driving here. The instructor really helped me out a lot on the basics of driving, he also focused on helping me pass the road test. I passed the road test first try and I really am grateful. Would recommend coming here.
Melina Rodriguez
Jun 03, 2022
I passed my driving exam about 4 or 5 days ago my driving instructor was Chris. Chris is a great instructor, a little a bit difficult to understand at times but if you have any questions for him he'll answer them as clear as possible. I recommend going to Cowells driving school because other than they're amazing instructors they also pick you up from your house and take you to your road site and back home after that as well, same goes with practice the instructor picks you up and drops you off home.

You can also choose to have a double lesson or not which is great for extra practice. Amazing school, they will definitely help you get your license and become a great driver.
Patrice Brown
May 17, 2022
My driver was Ron! Ron Ron Ron, I just want to say thank you for your patience and amazing coaching. I purchased 5 classes with the road test included and passed the first try! The day of the test i was sooooooo nervous! But Ron was there every step of the way cheering me on. Ron keep being great. Appreciate you!
Obediah P.
May 15, 2022
Listen. They're not bad. But my experience personally amazes me. I had 10 lessons with an instructor who couldn't really elaborate well enough for me in English. I took my road test & failed for doing stuff I thought I was doing right. That's cool, I can take that. My fault, after the first 3 lessons I should've asked for a change right? Okay, cool.

So I go back to purchase 3 more lessons & a road test. I ask for an instructor who can speak English well. Cool. I get a Jamaican instructor. First lesson I'm supposed to meet him he's late & gets stuck at road tests with other students. I had to take my lesson with a different instructor who was great. My next lesson, the first one with the Jamaican he was late.

That's fine. I then get a free lesson for my inconveniences. That means for the day of my road test I have 2 more lessons (4 in total) before the test. Cool. I get to the school, the very same Jamaican instructor who missed my first lesson & was late the second time calls out on me because of an family emergency. I'm thinking "okay great, they'll just have another instructor drive my car to me & teach me." The instructor they place me with is yet ANOTHER dude that doesn't speak English very well, in a NEW vehicle that I had to try to get used to before my ROAD TEST!

So I'm learning new car, he's barely coaching me, and then of course I failed for the second time. Word of advice for students who've never driven before taking classes before, for those who don't own a car and don't know anyone who has a car, OH! And Especially for those who don't speak Spanish, ASK for Pete, he's their best English speaking instructor. But I am done with Colwell because I am so frustrated with how things went for me. I had 14 lessons 4 different instructors & failed twice. Colwell just isn't for me!
Annisha George
May 15, 2022
My instructor was Miguel!, very patient and kind man. showed me everything I needed to know to pass the test. I am very happy to find out that I passed my test! thanks to the team working in the office and the field with students they all did an amazing job preparing me for the test!.
Nadia Singh
May 09, 2022
Have to say Instructor Chris is the best. Very Professional, with driving practice and the 5 hour class. Highly recommend Colwell's Driving School because of him. As per previous reviews I understand what some said about the ladies at the office being rude I advise you to look beyond the unprofessional Receptionist and practice with Chris. Believe me you won't regret it My family been using Colwell for over 20 years.
Khady Ndiaye
Apr 11, 2022
The school used to be very good but not anymore. The instructors are amiable, but the receptionists are very rude and not pleasant to their customers. It feels like you have to beg for their attention. I stop my lessons with them because of the attitude and the behavior of their receptionists. I do not recommend this school is a waste of Time and money.
Melvin Garcia
Apr 06, 2022
My instructor was Chris. Great guy and very professional. He was very funny but, when it came to my lessons, very strict. I recommend him to all! Thanks Chris for helping me pass my road test. I also want to thank Yashira and Jasmin for being helpful/respectful with me. I always got all my questions answered. Great staff in this school. I recommend it to anyone.
Mary Burgos
Jan 27, 2022
Fidel was my instructor a few years back in like 2017, and I started taking classes again in 2021. He is an amazing instructor, and with all his help, I was able to acquire my driver's license. Many thanks to the office admins who were very flexible and always welcoming!
Jervoni Mari Charles
Nov 21, 2021
Terrible experience. I called on a Monday to confirm my Saturday appointment for a driving lesson. The receptionist said that I did not have an appointment for Saturday but I remembered I booked an appointment for Saturday at 1 PM and paid over the phone. On the exact Saturday, my driver instructor and the school was repeatedly calling me about attending the appointment for that day at 1pm, which they previously told me otherwise.

The miscommunication and disorganization of this driving school is absolutely unacceptable. It's a waste of students' time and money, and I would not recommend driving with this school.
Millz Lindo
Nov 12, 2021
I would like to say thank you to Ron, my driving instructor. He helped me to get my drivers license. He has been patience with me during lessons and today explained to me what I should expect on my test. Much appreciated Ron, thanks.
Lovely Isac
Oct 25, 2021
My instructor was Ron, from the very beginning he made me feel comfortable, he was patient, and always reminded me to stop doubted myself. I got my license on the try!. If your instructor is Ron Just know your in good hands.
Ally Roach
Oct 13, 2021
My instructor was Ron & he was very professional and patient in this learning process. Prior to the lessons I had never driven before and he made me feel very confident and calm while driving. His teaching methods are very effective and were a great help when I took my road test today and passed! If you're looking to learn how to drive, go to Colwell's and request Ron as your instructor!
Diamond
Oct 05, 2021
I was recommended to this driving school by my sister and we will continue to do so. It's the best around town and with quality instructors. However I must say thanks to RON for exercising such patience in me. I did my road test and passed on the first attempt. Thank you bro.
Justin Do
Sep 19, 2021
My brother and I both had our instructor Pete. He's an amazing and caring teacher who is very knowledgeable about driving. My brother and I took 5 of his driving classes and both passed the driving exam on our first try. Thanks a lot Pete!
Kristina Walters
Aug 26, 2021
I had a great experience. My instructor Mr. Ron was very patience and provide memorizable technique to help me remember the steps to do my parallel parking broken u turn and turning left or right. I definitely recommend if you are seeking to get your license on your first attempt
Karen R.
Aug 12, 2021
My instructor Ron was very patient and cooperative with me. He's respectful and never once showed me a bad face even when I wasn't getting it, he made me do it until I got it. Even when I doubted myself he motivated me and for that I'm thankful. I got my license on the first try. I recommend Ron, never a dull moment when driving you enjoy your lessons while you're learning at the same time. Big up Ron.
A. L. S.
Jul 21, 2021
I used Colwell's years ago when I decided to do my 5hr and take classes. I called to get prices on the classes and have my daughter sign up being that Colwells been around so long and its like family. The receptionist, Yashida who picked up was rude, didn't take her time in answering my questions. I get it, its a business and phones ring, but as an employee to this establishment, you have one job. and that's CUSTOMER SERVICE and because of her exceptional customer service, I told my daughter to sign up for classes at another Driving School ( where I read reviews on ) who's receptionist was SUPER FRIENDLY, INFORMATIVE AND SWEET! People are nervous enough to take these classes and driving lessons, they should be nice and assuring over the phone!