Glen Cove Auto School
Glen Cove, New York
Reviews
Josefa Loyola
14 Oct 2025
REPORT
Please don’t do any service with these people.
I paid for 6 lessons and only took 5, the last one was supposed to be my road test. It took them two months to get me an appointment, then they got the t...
Please don’t do any service with these people.
I paid for 6 lessons and only took 5, the last one was supposed to be my road test. It took them two months to get me an appointment, then they got the time wrong, and I ended up going on my own.
When I called asking nicely for a refund since I didn’t use their car, they asked, “And who are you?” that’s their idea of customer service?! Then, when I asked to speak with someone else, both people on the phone started yelling at me.
This company is completely unprofessional. Don’t waste your time or money.
Rya M
9 Jun 2022
REPORT
My instructor Mitch was just the nicest guy, and his demeanor while driving with me was exactly what I needed to build my confidence driving. I was hit by a car as a teen and was terribly nervous to ...
My instructor Mitch was just the nicest guy, and his demeanor while driving with me was exactly what I needed to build my confidence driving. I was hit by a car as a teen and was terribly nervous to get behind the wheel and potentially do the same to someone else. Mitch, bless his heart, was always patient, never insulting, and just seemed to understand what I was thinking before I even said it. Like, if I was hesitating to make a left turn because there was a parked vehicle beside the lane I was turning into, he would notice and reassure me that we would clear, and he could brake before it could become an issue. I have nothing bad to say about my experience with him as instructor and really credit him with the progress I have made.
Yes, sometimes my lessons were scheduled quite a bit far out; I get the sense that this is a very popular driving school, esp. for high school students in the area. In my case, spread out scheduling wasn't too much of an issue since I was planning to take my road test about year from when I started lessons, but definitely keep your expectations in check if you're trying to take the test and pass ASAP.
I do wish that the driving school had maybe an online system to request lessons & offer individual availability, for students who have already paid for their packages. That way, someone would be able to get in line for a lesson without having to call or wait until someone is in the office to pick up the phone. The number of times I have remembered I need to call the office to schedule more lessons after 5pm is truly a shame lol
Overall, my experience, esp. with Mitch, was great—will update after my road test!
Wake Up
6 Jun 2022
REPORT
Mitch has been a fantastic driving instructor. It’s always a pleasure to go for a ride with him and I’ve learned a lot from his teaching. He is always calm and makes sure that I understand the rules o...
Mitch has been a fantastic driving instructor. It’s always a pleasure to go for a ride with him and I’ve learned a lot from his teaching. He is always calm and makes sure that I understand the rules of the road. The office staff is also extremely helpful when I need to setup a lesson. I also did my 5 hour driving course through this school, and what could’ve been a terrible experience, was great. Thank you to the school and Mitch! I highly recommend both.
Helen K.
13 Jul 2019
REPORT
I cannot say enough words about Mitch - the driving instructor. From the first lesson my son, James had up until the road test, Mitch was always on time, polite and dedicated in teaching James how to...
I cannot say enough words about Mitch - the driving instructor. From the first lesson my son, James had up until the road test, Mitch was always on time, polite and dedicated in teaching James how to drive correctly and safely! He is a true asset to anyone looking to learn how to drive and to the Glen Cove Driving School.
Ginett Vargas
25 Oct 2018
REPORT
I give Mitch, my driving instructor 5 stars! He was very friendly, patient and clear in his instructions and teaching. I would recommend him anytime! I deducted a star because I had to follow up wi...
I give Mitch, my driving instructor 5 stars! He was very friendly, patient and clear in his instructions and teaching. I would recommend him anytime! I deducted a star because I had to follow up with the main office several times in order to pin down a date for my road test. Other than that, i was very pleased with my experience.
Ginett V.
25 Oct 2018
REPORT
I give Mitch, my driving instructor 5 stars! He was very friendly, patient and clear in his instructions and teaching. I would recommend him anytime! I deducted a star because I had to follow up wi...
I give Mitch, my driving instructor 5 stars! He was very friendly, patient and clear in his instructions and teaching. I would recommend him anytime! I deducted a star because I had to follow up with the main office several times in order to pin down a date for my road test. Other than that, i was very pleased with my experience.
Emma Stewart
3 Jul 2018
REPORT
After taking 4 classes with this school, I received my license today! I had Irvin as an instructor + he was INCREDIBLY helpful + kind. He wrote tips down for me, gave great constructive feedback, and ...
After taking 4 classes with this school, I received my license today! I had Irvin as an instructor + he was INCREDIBLY helpful + kind. He wrote tips down for me, gave great constructive feedback, and was positive about the whole experience. You could tell he really enjoyed seeing his students succeed. The school was also great about scheduling when I had to cancel/reschedule lessons + tests. They really helped accommodate me! No problems at all!
Dara Jane
2 Aug 2017
REPORT
Crooks, they don't even deserve a star.
They're not real driving teachers. One lady yelled at me for wide turning, "You're scaring me!!! Don't do that!!"
My turns could have been better if she tau...
Crooks, they don't even deserve a star.
They're not real driving teachers. One lady yelled at me for wide turning, "You're scaring me!!! Don't do that!!"
My turns could have been better if she taught me properly. When I asked, "How do I make better turns?" another teacher replied, "Just turn the steering wheel."
They never even taught me reverse, parallel parking, or the 3 point turn.
Do yourself a favor and don't waste your money with them. They are scammers more than they are a "school."
Dara J.
1 Aug 2017
REPORT
Crooks, they don't even deserve a star. They're not real driving teachers. One lady yelled at me for wide turning, "You're scaring me!!! Don't do that!!" My turns could have been better if she taught ...
Crooks, they don't even deserve a star. They're not real driving teachers. One lady yelled at me for wide turning, "You're scaring me!!! Don't do that!!" My turns could have been better if she taught me properly. When I asked, "How do I make better turns?" another teacher replied, "Just turn the steering wheel." They never even taught me reverse, parallel parking, or the 3 point turn. Do yourself a favor and don't waste your money with them. They are scammers more than they are a "school."
Unique Butterfly
6 Apr 2017
REPORT
abhimanyu raj
17 Mar 2017
REPORT
Worst experience ever, got a voucher for 20℅ at the 5 hr class, paid full price any how!! And when I call about the 20℅ refund, was told by some rude young lady that "your not getting anymore money fr...
Worst experience ever, got a voucher for 20℅ at the 5 hr class, paid full price any how!! And when I call about the 20℅ refund, was told by some rude young lady that "your not getting anymore money from us" I just hang up.. i was like WTF.. maybe because I was brown skin.
Jay Soo
12 Oct 2016
REPORT
I'm going to share my experience with this company so you can know what to expect doing business with them.
I signed up for their '5 hour class' which you need to complete before NY will allow you to...
I'm going to share my experience with this company so you can know what to expect doing business with them.
I signed up for their '5 hour class' which you need to complete before NY will allow you to take the Driver's License road test. I don't have any serious complaints about this part. The instructor was a nice guy. The class location in glen cove however looked like it was abandoned since the 80's - broken chairs to sit in, half the lights not working, no A/C. There are also cheaper options in Nassau like PAL Driving school (my first choice, but Glen Cove was walking distance)
At the end of the class, the instructor told us that the school offers services like a.) for $5, they'll register you for your driving exam. b.) for $135, they will provide you with an instructor and car to take you to the road test day of.
About 2 weeks after my class, I call the school to inquire about packages a.) and b.). This is where things start going south. They ask me if I want to be signed up for a driving test. I say yes. They ask me if I want the $135 instructor + car package, I say I don't know, I will have to think about it. As of the end of this conversation, I am under the impression that neither I nor the driving school have committed to anything (I did not give them my credit card info to pay yet)
Fast forward two weeks, one of my coworkers agrees that I can use his car for the test and he will drive me there. I then go to the NY DMV website to register for the driving test. I am surprised to find that when I enter my personal info, it says I cannot register, because I am already signed up for a test on October 20th. I think 'great! the driving school gave the $5 courtesy sign up they told me about in class.' I then tell my coworker and we clear the work absence with our boss.
Fast forward weeks later to today: the driving school calls me and tells me that the instructor will pick me up next week for the test. I say, 'actually I wont be needing that package, I have someone to take me."
Then they tell me: "OK we're going to cancel your driving test then"
What follows is about 45min of back and forth on the phone but the gist is this:
The company's policy is "I should have known" that the test date of October 20th that they signed me up for was only valid if I paid them $135 for the instructor + car package, and now since I choose not to take that package, they are going to cancel my test and give it to another customer.
Needless to say I'm furious. The take-away for anyone who is curious about this business is this:
1.) They put nothing in writing, all arrangements you make with them are verbal and "their word against yours."
2.) The customer is always wrong
Im filing a small claims suit against the company as their business practices are preventing me from obtaining a driver's license in a timely manner, which is going to negatively impact certain responsibilities I was supposed to take on at my job
B G.
11 Oct 2016
REPORT
I'm going to share my experience with this company so you can know what to expect doing business with them. I signed up for their '5 hour class' which you need to complete before NY will allow you to ...
I'm going to share my experience with this company so you can know what to expect doing business with them. I signed up for their '5 hour class' which you need to complete before NY will allow you to take the Driver's License road test. I don't have any serious complaints about this part. The instructor was a nice guy. The class location in glen cove however looked like it was abandoned since the 80's - broken chairs to sit in, half the lights not working, no A/C. There are also cheaper options in Nassau like PAL Driving school (my first choice, but Glen Cove was walking distance)At the end of the class, the instructor told us that the school offers services like a.) for $5, they'll register you for your driving exam. b.) for $135, they will provide you with an instructor and car to take you to the road test day of.About 2 weeks after my class, I call the school to inquire about packages a.) and b.). This is where things start going south. They ask me if I want to be signed up for a driving test. I say yes. They ask me if I want the $135 instructor + car package, I say I don't know, I will have to think about it. As of the end of this conversation, I am under the impression that neither I nor the driving school have committed to anything (I did not give them my credit card info to pay yet)Fast forward two weeks, one of my coworkers agrees that I can use his car for the test and he will drive me there. I then go to the NY DMV website to register for the driving test. I am surprised to find that when I enter my personal info, it says I cannot register, because I am already signed up for a test on October 20th. I think 'great! the driving school gave the $5 courtesy sign up they told me about in class.' I then tell my coworker and we clear the work absence with our boss.Fast forward weeks later to today: the driving school calls me and tells me that the instructor will pick me up next week for the test. I say, 'actually I wont be needing that package, I have someone to take me."Then they tell me: "OK we're going to cancel your driving test then"What follows is about 45min of back and forth on the phone but the gist is this:The company's policy is "I should have known" that the test date of October 20th that they signed me up for was only valid if I paid them $135 for the instructor + car package, and now since I choose not to take that package, they are going to cancel my test and give it to another customer.Needless to say I'm furious. The take-away for anyone who is curious about this business is this:1.) They put nothing in writing, all arrangements you make with them are verbal and "their word against yours." 2.) The customer is always wrongIm filing a small claims suit against the company as their business practices are preventing me from obtaining a driver's license in a timely manner, which is going to negatively impact certain responsibilities I was supposed to take on at my job
MrEyes
1 Jun 2016
REPORT
Mitch from Glen Cove Auto School is fantastic. He is reliable, punctual, and personable. He takes the time to actually provide constructive feedback during his lessons.
I don't think my son would h...
Mitch from Glen Cove Auto School is fantastic. He is reliable, punctual, and personable. He takes the time to actually provide constructive feedback during his lessons.
I don't think my son would have gotten his license without him!
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Glen Cove Auto School
Glen Cove, New York
Reviews
Josefa Loyola
14 Oct 2025
Please don’t do any service with these people.
I paid for 6 lessons and only took 5, the last one was supposed to be my road test. It took them two months to get me an appointment, then they got the t...
Please don’t do any service with these people.
I paid for 6 lessons and only took 5, the last one was supposed to be my road test. It took them two months to get me an appointment, then they got the time wrong, and I ended up going on my own.
When I called asking nicely for a refund since I didn’t use their car, they asked, “And who are you?” that’s their idea of customer service?! Then, when I asked to speak with someone else, both people on the phone started yelling at me.
This company is completely unprofessional. Don’t waste your time or money.
Rya M
9 Jun 2022
My instructor Mitch was just the nicest guy, and his demeanor while driving with me was exactly what I needed to build my confidence driving. I was hit by a car as a teen and was terribly nervous to ...
My instructor Mitch was just the nicest guy, and his demeanor while driving with me was exactly what I needed to build my confidence driving. I was hit by a car as a teen and was terribly nervous to get behind the wheel and potentially do the same to someone else. Mitch, bless his heart, was always patient, never insulting, and just seemed to understand what I was thinking before I even said it. Like, if I was hesitating to make a left turn because there was a parked vehicle beside the lane I was turning into, he would notice and reassure me that we would clear, and he could brake before it could become an issue. I have nothing bad to say about my experience with him as instructor and really credit him with the progress I have made.
Yes, sometimes my lessons were scheduled quite a bit far out; I get the sense that this is a very popular driving school, esp. for high school students in the area. In my case, spread out scheduling wasn't too much of an issue since I was planning to take my road test about year from when I started lessons, but definitely keep your expectations in check if you're trying to take the test and pass ASAP.
I do wish that the driving school had maybe an online system to request lessons & offer individual availability, for students who have already paid for their packages. That way, someone would be able to get in line for a lesson without having to call or wait until someone is in the office to pick up the phone. The number of times I have remembered I need to call the office to schedule more lessons after 5pm is truly a shame lol
Overall, my experience, esp. with Mitch, was great—will update after my road test!
Wake Up
6 Jun 2022
Mitch has been a fantastic driving instructor. It’s always a pleasure to go for a ride with him and I’ve learned a lot from his teaching. He is always calm and makes sure that I understand the rules o...
Mitch has been a fantastic driving instructor. It’s always a pleasure to go for a ride with him and I’ve learned a lot from his teaching. He is always calm and makes sure that I understand the rules of the road. The office staff is also extremely helpful when I need to setup a lesson. I also did my 5 hour driving course through this school, and what could’ve been a terrible experience, was great. Thank you to the school and Mitch! I highly recommend both.
Helen K.
13 Jul 2019
I cannot say enough words about Mitch - the driving instructor. From the first lesson my son, James had up until the road test, Mitch was always on time, polite and dedicated in teaching James how to...
I cannot say enough words about Mitch - the driving instructor. From the first lesson my son, James had up until the road test, Mitch was always on time, polite and dedicated in teaching James how to drive correctly and safely! He is a true asset to anyone looking to learn how to drive and to the Glen Cove Driving School.
Ginett Vargas
25 Oct 2018
I give Mitch, my driving instructor 5 stars! He was very friendly, patient and clear in his instructions and teaching. I would recommend him anytime! I deducted a star because I had to follow up wi...
I give Mitch, my driving instructor 5 stars! He was very friendly, patient and clear in his instructions and teaching. I would recommend him anytime! I deducted a star because I had to follow up with the main office several times in order to pin down a date for my road test. Other than that, i was very pleased with my experience.
Ginett V.
25 Oct 2018
I give Mitch, my driving instructor 5 stars! He was very friendly, patient and clear in his instructions and teaching. I would recommend him anytime! I deducted a star because I had to follow up wi...
I give Mitch, my driving instructor 5 stars! He was very friendly, patient and clear in his instructions and teaching. I would recommend him anytime! I deducted a star because I had to follow up with the main office several times in order to pin down a date for my road test. Other than that, i was very pleased with my experience.
Emma Stewart
3 Jul 2018
After taking 4 classes with this school, I received my license today! I had Irvin as an instructor + he was INCREDIBLY helpful + kind. He wrote tips down for me, gave great constructive feedback, and ...
After taking 4 classes with this school, I received my license today! I had Irvin as an instructor + he was INCREDIBLY helpful + kind. He wrote tips down for me, gave great constructive feedback, and was positive about the whole experience. You could tell he really enjoyed seeing his students succeed. The school was also great about scheduling when I had to cancel/reschedule lessons + tests. They really helped accommodate me! No problems at all!
Dara Jane
2 Aug 2017
Crooks, they don't even deserve a star.
They're not real driving teachers. One lady yelled at me for wide turning, "You're scaring me!!! Don't do that!!"
My turns could have been better if she tau...
Crooks, they don't even deserve a star.
They're not real driving teachers. One lady yelled at me for wide turning, "You're scaring me!!! Don't do that!!"
My turns could have been better if she taught me properly. When I asked, "How do I make better turns?" another teacher replied, "Just turn the steering wheel."
They never even taught me reverse, parallel parking, or the 3 point turn.
Do yourself a favor and don't waste your money with them. They are scammers more than they are a "school."
Dara J.
1 Aug 2017
Crooks, they don't even deserve a star. They're not real driving teachers. One lady yelled at me for wide turning, "You're scaring me!!! Don't do that!!" My turns could have been better if she taught ...
Crooks, they don't even deserve a star. They're not real driving teachers. One lady yelled at me for wide turning, "You're scaring me!!! Don't do that!!" My turns could have been better if she taught me properly. When I asked, "How do I make better turns?" another teacher replied, "Just turn the steering wheel." They never even taught me reverse, parallel parking, or the 3 point turn. Do yourself a favor and don't waste your money with them. They are scammers more than they are a "school."
Unique Butterfly
6 Apr 2017
abhimanyu raj
17 Mar 2017
Worst experience ever, got a voucher for 20℅ at the 5 hr class, paid full price any how!! And when I call about the 20℅ refund, was told by some rude young lady that "your not getting anymore money fr...
Worst experience ever, got a voucher for 20℅ at the 5 hr class, paid full price any how!! And when I call about the 20℅ refund, was told by some rude young lady that "your not getting anymore money from us" I just hang up.. i was like WTF.. maybe because I was brown skin.
Jay Soo
12 Oct 2016
I'm going to share my experience with this company so you can know what to expect doing business with them.
I signed up for their '5 hour class' which you need to complete before NY will allow you to...
I'm going to share my experience with this company so you can know what to expect doing business with them.
I signed up for their '5 hour class' which you need to complete before NY will allow you to take the Driver's License road test. I don't have any serious complaints about this part. The instructor was a nice guy. The class location in glen cove however looked like it was abandoned since the 80's - broken chairs to sit in, half the lights not working, no A/C. There are also cheaper options in Nassau like PAL Driving school (my first choice, but Glen Cove was walking distance)
At the end of the class, the instructor told us that the school offers services like a.) for $5, they'll register you for your driving exam. b.) for $135, they will provide you with an instructor and car to take you to the road test day of.
About 2 weeks after my class, I call the school to inquire about packages a.) and b.). This is where things start going south. They ask me if I want to be signed up for a driving test. I say yes. They ask me if I want the $135 instructor + car package, I say I don't know, I will have to think about it. As of the end of this conversation, I am under the impression that neither I nor the driving school have committed to anything (I did not give them my credit card info to pay yet)
Fast forward two weeks, one of my coworkers agrees that I can use his car for the test and he will drive me there. I then go to the NY DMV website to register for the driving test. I am surprised to find that when I enter my personal info, it says I cannot register, because I am already signed up for a test on October 20th. I think 'great! the driving school gave the $5 courtesy sign up they told me about in class.' I then tell my coworker and we clear the work absence with our boss.
Fast forward weeks later to today: the driving school calls me and tells me that the instructor will pick me up next week for the test. I say, 'actually I wont be needing that package, I have someone to take me."
Then they tell me: "OK we're going to cancel your driving test then"
What follows is about 45min of back and forth on the phone but the gist is this:
The company's policy is "I should have known" that the test date of October 20th that they signed me up for was only valid if I paid them $135 for the instructor + car package, and now since I choose not to take that package, they are going to cancel my test and give it to another customer.
Needless to say I'm furious. The take-away for anyone who is curious about this business is this:
1.) They put nothing in writing, all arrangements you make with them are verbal and "their word against yours."
2.) The customer is always wrong
Im filing a small claims suit against the company as their business practices are preventing me from obtaining a driver's license in a timely manner, which is going to negatively impact certain responsibilities I was supposed to take on at my job
B G.
11 Oct 2016
I'm going to share my experience with this company so you can know what to expect doing business with them. I signed up for their '5 hour class' which you need to complete before NY will allow you to ...
I'm going to share my experience with this company so you can know what to expect doing business with them. I signed up for their '5 hour class' which you need to complete before NY will allow you to take the Driver's License road test. I don't have any serious complaints about this part. The instructor was a nice guy. The class location in glen cove however looked like it was abandoned since the 80's - broken chairs to sit in, half the lights not working, no A/C. There are also cheaper options in Nassau like PAL Driving school (my first choice, but Glen Cove was walking distance)At the end of the class, the instructor told us that the school offers services like a.) for $5, they'll register you for your driving exam. b.) for $135, they will provide you with an instructor and car to take you to the road test day of.About 2 weeks after my class, I call the school to inquire about packages a.) and b.). This is where things start going south. They ask me if I want to be signed up for a driving test. I say yes. They ask me if I want the $135 instructor + car package, I say I don't know, I will have to think about it. As of the end of this conversation, I am under the impression that neither I nor the driving school have committed to anything (I did not give them my credit card info to pay yet)Fast forward two weeks, one of my coworkers agrees that I can use his car for the test and he will drive me there. I then go to the NY DMV website to register for the driving test. I am surprised to find that when I enter my personal info, it says I cannot register, because I am already signed up for a test on October 20th. I think 'great! the driving school gave the $5 courtesy sign up they told me about in class.' I then tell my coworker and we clear the work absence with our boss.Fast forward weeks later to today: the driving school calls me and tells me that the instructor will pick me up next week for the test. I say, 'actually I wont be needing that package, I have someone to take me."Then they tell me: "OK we're going to cancel your driving test then"What follows is about 45min of back and forth on the phone but the gist is this:The company's policy is "I should have known" that the test date of October 20th that they signed me up for was only valid if I paid them $135 for the instructor + car package, and now since I choose not to take that package, they are going to cancel my test and give it to another customer.Needless to say I'm furious. The take-away for anyone who is curious about this business is this:1.) They put nothing in writing, all arrangements you make with them are verbal and "their word against yours." 2.) The customer is always wrongIm filing a small claims suit against the company as their business practices are preventing me from obtaining a driver's license in a timely manner, which is going to negatively impact certain responsibilities I was supposed to take on at my job
MrEyes
1 Jun 2016
Mitch from Glen Cove Auto School is fantastic. He is reliable, punctual, and personable. He takes the time to actually provide constructive feedback during his lessons.
I don't think my son would h...
Mitch from Glen Cove Auto School is fantastic. He is reliable, punctual, and personable. He takes the time to actually provide constructive feedback during his lessons.
I don't think my son would have gotten his license without him!
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