I purchased a 12 hour package and was truly pleased with my experience. I had the pleasure of going on drives with Roberto and Luiz, both were very professional and had very effective teaching methods. Luiz, thank you for teaching me how to steer the wheel more effectively! And thank you to Roberto for having such helpful visual aids to teach (the whiteboard and cars)! He also really helped me be more at ease--I kept breaking down the steps of certain maneuvers during my driving test, just like he told me to! Glad to say that I passed my driving test with only 4 errors (2 of which were for forgetting to turn off my blinkers, silly nerves!). These guys really teach you how to drive safely, and not just for the driving test. Would totally recommend. Read Less

I took several lessons with primo, I am an adult that never drove before in the United States I took clases with Brett and Duncan both of which are great instructors. Brett is very friendly made me feel very comfortable took me from zero to being able to drive again and helped me to gain confidence then my last lessons were with Duncan who is such a nice knowledgeable driver instructor  he is really awesome. I took my test and unfortunately I failed mainly due to me being nervous but also because the person testing me was very rude since the moment he got into the car. Even after failing Duncan made sure I was confident and tried to make me feel better and to not to give up which I appreciate. I booked another appointment got a more friendly person at the dmv and passed with almost no errors. From my perspective the money I paid at primo was a good investment and I'm very happy that I did I would also like to mention that they do not train you to pass a test they teach you real skills for life. Thank you! Read Less

These guys are hands down one of the BEST driving schools in LA! I took my driving test today and passed very easily. Mark and Roberto are both awesome and so easy to work and schedule with. They really care about their students and do all they can to make learning to drive a relaxing experience. They take the fear out of driving. Definitely take lessons with Primo!! Read Less

I cannot say enough about Primo Driving School.  My daughter started up with them after 4 years of not driving after a bad accident when she first got her permit.  She started back up and our decision to go with Primo Driving School this time around was spot on.  They were patient, understanding, caring, and beyond supportive.  She worked mostly with Brett, but also drove with Duncan, Ramona, and Mark.  They all brought their own style of instruction, which helped her to become a great driver, and pass her test on the first try!  Geri was also incredibly helpful in getting her set up and scheduling all of her sessions, and coordinating her test with the instructor.  I would highly recommend their concierge service for the driver's test.  They picked her up, worked with her last minute and really helped to calm her nerves.  They walked her through the whole process and set her up for success.  We will definitely be using them for our next driver. Read Less

I could not have asked for a better experience. I am a sixteen year old working towards my license and really appreciated Roberto, Brett, and Mark's patience and guidance. We would go over maneuvers in detail before they were performed and I feel so much more confident on the road now. I finished my 6-hours of lessons, but I will be scheduling more. Read Less

My daughter has logged in about 20 hours of driving with Primo Driving School.  Although the instruction varies somewhat from teacher to teacher, all drivers have been calm and helpful.  I was a passenger when my daughter learned how to parallel park from Roberto.  I was impressed with his calm manner and method of training. Read Less

I had my classes with Duncan, who was amazingly patient and encouraging, and without noticing i lost my fear to drive and even enjoy the highway! Then I attended the exam with Brett, who also taught me the very last class and gave me some very good and necessary tips. He definitely made the whole paper work easier.And I passed my exam! Read Less

I have a very long standing relationship with Primo. Years ago when I visited LA I took my first ever driving lesson with Mark the Founder and found his teaching to be really enlightening because he highlighted safety over everything else. Fast forward a couple of years later I moved to LA and I needed driving lessons so I did a refresher course with Mark Sheldon that time and felt ready for the test so we did it and I failed - not sure why but maybe it wasn't the right time.Sure I was upset but I was determined to become a safe and confident driver so for my birthday I asked for contributions to driving lessons and this time a year on I felt that I had grown a lot as a driver - not only did my technique improve but my mindfulness developed through all the wisdoms Mark gave to me. He was so insightful and I felt confident within hours of lessons. After each lesson I read my report card and would work on what I needed to improve on in the next lesson.I felt that Mark genuinely wanted me to have all the tools to navigate through the streets of LA. So we took the test again and I passed with only 2 points and even got a complement from the tester on my test sheet. I fully recommend Primo but only if you're ready to become a safe, mindful and confident driver. Read Less

Best driving school! The instructors are very informative and you learn a lot about driving! I'm so grateful to have found such a great driving school! It helped me so much. I am very happy with Primo Driving School! Read Less

We used Primo for my teenagers driving lessons. She had a great experience and passed her test 1st time. She is a confident and safe driver after her lessons with Frank and Justin. Would highly recommend Primo. Thank you Primo Driving school! Read Less

Primo Driving Schools was reliable, thorough and got the job done. My daughter passed her driving test on the first try and I attribute that toall three lessons, with the final lesson before the test being the  extra confidence booster she needed. All in all an excellent experience. Read Less

So impressed.  Registration was clear and easy.  Creating appointments was also clear and easy.  The actual driving lesson was outstanding.  My son's instructor was on time, kind, instructive and confident.  The lesson began immediately with the instructor teaching my son the basics of car safety and awareness before they even entered the car.  My son returned and was so happy that he had learned so much more than he ever thought possible.  My two older children did Mercedes Benz driving school.  This program blows that away.  Highly recommend without any reservation.  Thank you Primo.  I know you will help my son be a safe and good driver. Read Less

I used to live in Northern California, where the traffic is not as crazy. Even there, I was not particularly confident when learning to drive. So when I moved to LA before I could take my driving test, I was terrified  to the point that I did not practice for an entire year! One renewed permit later, I started taking driving lessons with Primo and my mindset completely changed. Before gushing about my instructor Niki, I would also like to give props to Primo for being on top of it when it comes to scheduling, cancelling (fair 24-hour policy), and rescheduling. They would always return calls, text with confirmations/updates, and now they are using an app which is quite effective/organized as well. Now for my instructor: Niki is one of the most effective yet compassionate teachers out there. During my first lesson, I kept mentioning my rustiness and my lack of ability to drive well but Niki was there to give me the self esteem boost needed to take control of the road while teaching me how to improve my skills. She shaped my lessons based on my progress and learning, even coming up with  personal techniques I could use while driving. A specific example is when I was having trouble with getting rid of the tendency to drift from the middle of the lane. The "look far ahead", "focus of the left lane marking" techniques were not working for me, so one lesson she decides to experiment and tells me to use the front corners of the dashboard and align them with the lane markings. IT WORKED SO WELL!!! And this is just one example. She truly cares about her students and makes sure they can leave the lesson satisfied no matter the number of mistakes made (although she does make sure I learn how to avoid such mistakes). I definitely feel so much more comfortable on road after taking lessons with Primo and feel confident that with the skills Niki taught me, I am sure to pass the behind-the-wheel test. Read Less

Primo Driving School is a great investment in your time and money. I passed the behind the wheel test on my first try with only four errors. The instructors, especially Niki and Mark, are wonderful. They immediately make you feel comfortable and they have a very approachable way of correcting mistakes. They never make you feel like you did something wrong or that an error can't be corrected. Thank you so much for all your help! Read Less

Fabulous and caring. Due to medical reasons my DL had been suspended.  I was cleared by my MD and sought to re instate it.   I had to take a behind-the-wheel test.  I called several schools, none of which could give me an appointment in a timely manner.  Primo put me on the waiting list and after a long conversation with the owner, Mark Primack, he was able to schedule me in a very timely manner.  Mark, himself took me to the test. I passed.  They were the only school that treated me as an individual and took the time to solve my problem.  I recommend Primo Driving School swith the highest rating. Read Less

John was my instructor, i'm very thankful to him for every single class and his patience. Every lesson i had was super effective, he thought me to be confident on a road. It is better to schedule little bit in advance, so you'll not wait for your next class for a long time. Read Less

When I was looking for a driving school to help me pass my exam, Primo stood out because of all its 5 star reviews which it rightfully deserves. I had three different instructors for my lessons so I can guarantee that their team is very capable no matter who you get. (I would particularly recommend Mark Sheldon!) The instructors had a checklist of driving techniques that they would review before/during/after the lesson and anything that wasn't covered was noted for future reference. They always made sure I felt comfortable and clearly answered any questions I had. All my lessons were representative of their mission statement to teach defensive driving. Not only did I pass my exam, I am a better, safer driver! Read Less

Best school out there, the owner Mark is very nice and accommodating. Loved my classes with John! Mark Sheldon was great too. You can't go wrong with anyone from their team. They are really quick to get back to you and always very professional. Thank you! Read Less

The instructors are very kind, patient and well informed. And their punctuality is refreshing. I took three lessons of two hours each, and they were immensely helpful. John and Garrett were my instructors and they both are equally great. I do have to mention that John give such great little tips and tricks for the road which not just prepare you for the test, but make you a better and safer driver. Garrett gave me one lesson and I have had no trouble parallel parking ever since. I went for my behind the wheel test with Mark who is so nice and a very interesting person. I felt very comfortable and confident. I failed my first test due to lack of traffic checks which was the thing pointed out to me by both, John and Mark during lessons and before the test, but which I unfortunately didn't keep in mind while driving. After my first test when the examiner pointed out my mistakes, I realized that every single one of them had been addressed during my lessons. I passed on the second try after keeping the traffic checks in mind. I would highly recommend this driving school to everyone, and even though it might seem a little expensive as compared to other driving schools, it is only because of the high quality of cars and instructors. Definitely worth your time and investment. Read Less

Mark and his colleagues genuinely care about teaching you to drive well and safely. In addition they're professional, reliable, and personable making the whole experience not only helpful and safe but enjoyable too. I can't recommend them highly enough. Read Less

Finally a place that really lives up to the 5 star reviews!Our teenager had three lessons with three instructors.   She has gone from never driven before to a confident driver improving and mastering her basic skills.  We love Mark, the owner, and he finds a way to say yes, works with you and the word from our teenager is "he's crazy good".  The other instructors, like the other Mark, are great also.When we had a scheduling issue, he suggested picking her up from school and doing the lesson then dropping her off back home!  How cool is that?!  You will not regret this place. Read Less

I cannot recommend the services of Primo (Mark) and in particular my instructor John highly enough.After having not driven for five years, and having never driven on the right side of the road, I had severe anxiety about driving in LA. After 5 lessons with John I was cured. He is kind, patient, and very calm. He is also very knowledgable so he starts at the beginning and teaches you the way to drive properly. Even experienced drivers could benefit from some lessons with him. Every day when i'm driving, I think of the lessons John taught me.I am now able to drive to and from work safely and it's changed my life in LA.Thank you Mark & John! Read Less

I had a fantastic experience taking lessons at Primo Driving Schools. I signed up for 6 lessons (12 hours) and passed my driving test on the first try. I had John for 4 of my lessons, and my last lesson and driving test was with Justin. Both were extremely helpful, patient and kind. I had never had my license or driven in California and they were great teachers and made me confident behind the wheel. I had Mark for one lesson and he was great too! I definitely would recommend this school to anyone looking to get their license. Read Less

I purchased the Primo package with 20 hours of lessons and it was the best money I've ever spent.  I had not driven in several years and was scared of being behind the wheel.  That completely changed after re-learning to drive with my instructor Mark S.Mark was extremely patient, knowledgeable and professional.  His quality of instruction, attention to detail and calm demeanor make him an amazingly effective driving instructor.  His lessons were well-planned and he really impressed upon me what it means to be a safe driver.  He helped me develop good driving habits and I feel confident in my abilities behind the wheel.If you're looking for a driving school, try Primo.  There's a reason why it has so many good reviews and it's well worth the money. Read Less

Primo is the only five-star-rating driving school near me. And my experience proves it deserves the title. Mark is a very disciplined, knowledgable and attentive instructor. His calmness and warmth reduced my anxiety and greatly boosted my confidence especially before the driving test. He listened to his students and school's reputation is important to him. He is punctuate for all the lessons and responsive to all my inquires. I admire his beginner's mind to found his school -- to promote safe driving --after his friend's accident. And I will definitely be a safe driver.**********************************************************************Driving test tips for drivers from other parts of the world1. Some rules in U.S. are quite different from the others, it is important to practice and get familiar with DMV area. To know the rules doesn't mean I master them. I found when I was nervous in the test, my intuitive reaction was the way I drive in my home county. So practice, practice and practice till you can react intuitively like a local. 2. DMV driving test youtube video is a good pill to calm my nerve down before test. Read Less

Mark, the owner was super nice and polite.I have a licence for 20 years from another country.I recently moved to LA,I failed the driving test 3 times. After taking 2 lessons with Mark Sheldon, I finally passed the test.He is a great instructor, very patient, has great tips and teaches how to drive carefully, but with confident.I recommend everyone to take a lesson or 2 @ Primo (even if you don't need to take the behind the wheel test)! Read Less

Three down one to go - Mark and the great instructors at Primo have helped my teens get comfortable, learn the rules and feel confident as young drivers. Mark kept in touch with us, letting us know exactly how are kids were doing as they learned to drive. Best experience - and we tried others that were not nearly as good as Primo. Read Less

I'm 36 years old and never had a license.  I had lessons with Mark and John, and I highly recommend both.  I spent more time with John and he is very knowledgeable and perhaps more importantly very calm and patient.  He even kept his cool when I veered out of my lane on the 405 at 65 mph, so I have the utmost respect for him.  I passed the DMV driving test and I have these guys to thank, so thank you!!!!  Highly recommended.p Read Less

This is the best driving school we have ever used.  We have two children and both satisfied their driving requirements with another driving school.  That school was hit or miss in terms of instructors as well as communication with me as the parent.   Our daughter, although licensed, did not feel comfortable driving nor did she want to practice with me or my wife.  I went on Yelp and found an excellent review by a young woman who sounded just like my daughter.   She talked about how competent the instructors were and gave a detailed description of her experience.   Based on that review, I contacted Mark, the owner.  My daughter and I cannot be happier.   Both Mark and Nicki were great instructors.   Additionally Mark was a great communicator and he was not out to get me for every penny possible.   He sent me a detailed statement as to the times and charges and I was able to cancel at any time without incurring liability for additional classes.  My daughter loved the experience and we opted for three lessons.  I highly recommend that any parent looking for a great driving school or any student looking to learn from the best should look no further than Primo Driving School. Read Less

Mark did a wonderful job teaching our oldest daughter to drive, so I didn't hesitate to call him back when our youngest turned 15.  She got her license today.  I give Mark and his team credit for teaching both girls driving fundamentals and defensive driving techniques.  Mark is extremely professional and easy to work with.  Save yourself time shopping around and start with Primo. Read Less

I went to Primeo after taking 10 lessons from Abel's driving and having a bad taste in my mouth because I was not taught how to turn left on intersection and failing my first test. I don't want to write lengthy details of how horrible Abel's is but Instead how Primeo has changed my life. Mark who is also one of the owners of Primeo was my instructor and let me tell you this guy is disciplined and ethical teacher. He puts in logic and rationale in how I should drive instead of Rosie at abel's who sat in the car with music on and looking at her phone all the time. Mark was very attentive and did not shy away from correcting me at things that I felt were very important for being a safe driver. He has his priorities right! In fact my husband was very stunned at my confidence and driving abilities after only couple of lessons with mark. Although there are other instructors at Primeo, I preferred Mark because of his teaching methodologies. I am a chemical engineer so I can't make do with abstract information, mark told me numerically how far I should. E from the curb when parking, what angle I should park in between vehicles. His strategies are flawless!!! This guy's teaching truly makes sense to me! He was to the point and simply amazing. He made time for me when he had admin work, this guy truly cares about his students and is super considerate. In fact I strongly feel Primeo is actually one of those driving schools out there who TEACH YOU HOW TO DRIVE and are not after your money. Don't waste your time with other schools, start your life with Primeo and Mark into becoming  a safe driver in LA. Ps: I passed my test! Thank you Primeo and Mark. Read Less

When I search for a company to do business with - I was taught to get three estimates and then go with your gut (or by your wallet).  This place is a reasonable price but more importantly they are super personable. And - they will pick your teen up from school and have them drive them self home after the lesson!  I loved our experience. (Especially when they pulled up in their bright ass car that says PRIMO nice and big on it.  Keeps the kids humble.) Read Less

Highly recommend Primo Driving School.  My 16 year old son wanted to drive but was not a natural, intuitive driver.  He needed a lot of help.  I was extremely nervous driving with him and found myself yelling constantly.  It got to a point I could not drive with him.  I called many driving schools and spoke to many people.  Mark got great reviews and I can see why.  He was very helpful, responsive and put me at ease.  I decided to go with his company and I'm glad I did.  It seems that all driving schools offer similar deals.  Everything depends on the instructor.  John was excellent.  He taught my son how to drive in a systematic and instructive way.  He was able to zero in on where his trouble areas were and explained how to improve.  He prepared him well for his driving test and my son passed the first time.  Not all instructors are equal.  It's important to get one who knows how to teach.  Also it's important to go with a company who delievers what they say they are going to.  I think Primo was excellent. Read Less

Wonderful service!!!!! Mark was flexible in scheduling time for my son to drive. The trainers were all patient and knowledgeable about what my son needed to pass his driving test. While at the DMV 5 people failed their driving test. I was getting a little nervous but my son wasn't bothered he was confident in his driving skills that he had learned from Primo. He passed!!! This was his 1st attempt. I was happy didn't want to do this again! lol! Thanks Primo staff great job! Read Less

I found myself sweating profusely as I walked towards the bespectacled burly man wearing an unmistakable Primo collared shirt. Having never driven before in the 21 years of my existence, I was obviously feeling apprehensive about this potential new experience.As I continued to amble towards the car, the man took a step towards me and held out his hand - introducing himself as John. Over the course of the next four weeks, he would - for the most part - serve as my mentor in driving. Although the other instructors were excellent in their own right, John was the one who I got to spent the most time with. From the get-go, it was crystal clear that John brought with him onto the table a wealth of knowledge and experience. Throughout the time of my learning, he was always incredibly patient, gently pointing out my mistakes and showing me how to correct them slowly, and because of his equanimity in teaching, I was constantly motivated to be a better driver. Simply said, I would certainly feel guilty if I failed my driving test even after being guided by such an awe-inspiring instructor.On that account, I passed my driving test with approximately 3-4 errors, one of which is disputable (as I turned on the hazard lights while reversing the car and was cited for not turning off my signals - go figure). Ultimately, Primo is undeniably an excellent driving school, and I will definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to learn to be a safe driver. Read Less

As a 23 year old nursing student, I desperately needed to learn to drive for my nursing school clinicals. I yelped around looking at multiple driving schools, and Primo stood out to me the most since they focused on teaching defensive driving skills. I spoke to Mark on the phone, and he gave me advice for passing my written test and advised that I make driving appointments as soon as I scheduled my appointment for it.After I scheduled my written test, I scheduled 3 driving appointments starting the day after I was to take my written test, and they were really great. Mark texted the day before each appointment to confirm and remind me of what I needed to bring. I was really anxious, scared, and experienced extreme tunnel vision when I first got in the car. However, Mark was always patient and never got mad with any mistakes I had made. He assured me everything was okay and gave me great tips. He also answered all of my questions whenever I had any. After my third lesson I had wanted to schedule another one, because I wasn't feeling confident (but only because I am a naturally anxious person). But Mark scheduled a drivers test appointment for me instead, feeling confident that I was ready.On the day of my exam(which was actually today), Mitzi came to pick me up for my driver's test. She was wonderful as well. She gave me tips on things to be mindful of during my exam, while we were driving to the DMV. She let me lap the DMV a couple times and made sure that I fit in some last minute practice for backing up in a straight line before we officially went in. While I was waiting for my turn, she pumped up my confidence and helped calm my nerves a lot. I passed my driving test with only 7 errors, just shy of one month of receiving my learners permit. If you want to learn to be a safe driver, pass your DMV exam on the first attempt, and learn from truly wonderful people, then definitely go to Primo! Read Less

I would have given 80 stars if I could. I moved to California after 10 years of not driving in NYC and Mark became some kind of a God Father to me. Thanks to him I feel so much more adapted to living in LA. Driving was a big challenge to me, something I was really terrified of, but with experienced instructors of primo school I finally passed my road test and got my license. Classes were great, fun, informative. I have always felt safe and properly guided. I am glad that I wont have to deal with receiving a license any time soon again, but if I did, I would not go anywhere else. I don't usually yelp, but really wanted to give those guys a shout out, because they deserve it. Highly recommended. Worth every penny. Read Less

Mark and his drivers were really knowledgeable and made my daughter feel very comfortable behind the wheel. She had John twice & James once & had good experiences w both men. Mark always texted confirmation and info so it was completely clear. They were also very flexible on dates if you needed to make a change or weren't comfortable driving in rain. I liked that John would come out afterwards and give the parent tips on helping the child drive. Or "games" to play while driving together. (I didn't get to meet James)Also, a big thank you to Primo & Mark.. We lost our driving school completion certificate & got to the DMV driving test without it. I called Mark in a panic & he drove over w/ a new one in 10 min! Saved us big time!! Thank you!! Read Less

THANK YOU PRIMO VERY MUCH! After a loooooooonnnng time avoiding getting my license I finally did it with the super professional and experienced help of John (thanks for telling me about lecithin!) and Mark (great support!). It was painless, fast and rewarding! Highly recommend them if you are like me (anxious about exams) and needs a driving school :) Read Less

Mark was a great teacher.I learned to drive in my home country, Switzerland, but never actually had the time to get a full license, so I decided to take some more classes here in the USA before taking the behind-the-wheel test, since the roads and rules are very different from the ones in my small hometown. Scheduling with Mark was easy, and he's really nice and patient. Mind you, I am an extremely paranoid driver, but he made me feel confident in my skills and after a two hours lesson I felt ready to take the test. Mark was also kind enough to let me use his car for the test. We even practiced before it, and I passed! Yay! I wasn't that sure I would, but it went very well. Thanks again, Mark, and sorry for taking so long to review. If you want to learn how to drive, definitely call or message Mark. He's the best and his prices are very reasonable! Read Less