I went to another driving school before and they were terrible (I will not say their name, but they located in the North Bronx). I didn't feel prepared *at all* for the road test so I didn't even take it. Fast forward a few years and I decide I actually want to do this thing. I scoured the internet and found Raymond. I'm so happy I did. On the school itself, he's the only instructor so he gives you a lot of personal attention. His packages are competitively priced and the car is pretty new (Honda Civic). He also drills you like crazy. If you ever wondered how much to turn in order to complete a good right turn, or how to parallel park perfectly every. single. time, he is your guy. He's so patient, especially with nervous drivers, and he has the most driving experience of any instructor I have ever been to (much longer than I have been alive). I'm so grateful to him for making me memorize the formulas (seriously learn them, remember perfect parallel parking? Formula. Broken-U turn? Formula. Changing Lanes? Formula). He not only taught me how to pass the test but most importantly how drive safely, especially in the city. Before I used to absolutely dread driving and now I can't wait to drive everywhere. Come to this school you will not regret it. read more

Worst driving instructor ever. Very rude, disrespectful and has no patience. Plus does not speak English clearly. I failed road test and think because of inexperienced and rude driving instructor which is the owner. I would not recommend. Spend your money for a better driving school. read more

I failed my driving test twice, went to Raymond's driving school and passed!!! He is an excellent instructor and teaches you step by step would HIGHLY recommend read more

Very traditional type of teachers. Meaning if you look different they will definitely treat you different. If for whatever reason you come to this school don't get set up with Raymond. He's a cranky old man who has zero patience on the road when teaching yet likes to talk when on the road about his life so when you get distracted it's on you and you get yelled at for it... make that make sense.. as if we not both two grown adults. They also charge you a scheduling fee for the road test of $40 when the dmv doesn't charge anything. I could have scheduled an appointment myself for the flat cost of $0 during my class lesson so we could go together from there. Wish I knew what I was dealing with before I paid. I would had gone else where. read more

I will be completely honest. I stumbled upon this driving school by chance. And I must say, I thank goodness that i did. Raymond is a very patient instructor. He's kind, gives very detailed instruction, and if you get to know him he's very personable and quite funny (as an added bonus). In my previous years of driving I thought I knew what I was doing. But he teaches you the proper, safe way to drive. I have never been able to park a car in 1 shot the way I have with his instruction. God bless you raymo nd. Your formula is genius! I passed my road test on my first try after 4 lessons. Recommend even more than a 10/10!!!!! Do yourself a favor and sign up for lessons here read more

Let me start by saying that I had never been behind the wheel before and Raymond literally taught me how to drive in one week. I am forever grateful to him and the amount of patience he had with me. I tried to get away with not purchasing his formulas, but trust me when I tell you they really help! Get them and memorize them as early as possible and you're sure to pass you road test. I was extremely nervous and jittery and Raymond gave me the skills and confidence I needed to pass my test and to continue to practice safe driving. Thank you Raymond!! read more

I heard about the Six Step Formula school from two of my friends. I failed my first road test because the instructor simply sucked. His lessons were tacky, there was no essential info that I could have used for my test. Being that I live in Queens, I didn't want to travel all the way to the Bronx just because two of my friends suggested Raymond's school. But once I googled his school, and saw the awesome reviews he had on yahoo, I had to see what he was about. I can honestly say it was worth the travel. God and his formula is what truly made me pass my second road test. Raymond is no joke. He takes his job seriously and is very professional. Not only does his formula work, but his lessons are cheap considering what other schools ask for. I got my licence woot woot! read more

Got my license but the instructor was alil off. Nothing serious occurred however it seemed as if the instructor had favoritism throughout the classes with other students. We would be kinder with some and harsher with others. read more

I recently used this driving school based on the stellar reviews I read, but I must say that I was disappointed to say the least. At first, things were going well, but as the days went by I disliked this driving school more and more. Initially, I scheduled my driving test and had to reschedule because I was no where near prepared to take it, they charged me a $35 fee to reschedule when last I checked the DMV does not charge a fee to reschedule a driving test. Nonetheless, I paid the $35 without any protest. Over the course of the following weeks I was charged a total of $40 extra dollars because of not rescheduling a driving lesson 24 hours in advance. I purchased a package that cost over $500 and I was highly upset that I was made to pay almost $100 extra in fees. I was also made to pay $1 for written driving instructions. Mind you, I bought a package that cost more than $500, those instructions should have been given to me free of charge or included in the price of the packages. I realized I needed more lessons and went with a totally separate driving school because of the cranky old driving instructor, Raymond. I'll admit, I was very afraid of the road and nervous when I was behind the wheel despite the amount of lessons I took ( I bought a 10 lesson package), but I was learning and the sucking of the teeth and the raising of the voice when I did something wrong was not necessary. The driving instructor was not patient with me and became very upset when he realized that I had went to another driving school for additional lessons. I passed my driving test on the first try, but I would not say this instructor had anything to do with that outcome. He made me very nervous on the day of my driving test. When I took one final lesson right before my test he yelled at me and was not encouraging whatsoever. Thank God for the test administrator and the lessons I had taken at the other driving school. This driving school may have been great way back when, but now, in 2016, it is not great at all. Save your money and go elsewhere. read more

Would definitely recommend this driving school. My instructor was Sam. He was very professional and comfortable to be around.. I took six lessons with him and learned more than I expected. He noticed my strengths and weaknesses and focuses on overall making me an excellent driver. read more

If you want to get your license, go here! Raymond is an amazing teacher. I am a nervous wreck! I didn't know how to drive professionally and he taught me everything I needed to know, and today I passed the road test one try! Thank you RAYMOND! You're truly the best! read more

First of all, I have to admit that I really don't have any interest in driving. The idea of driving scares me because people in the Bronx (and NYC in general) drive as if every one of them has an important meeting with the President that they are running late to. Why deal with all that craziness when $5.50 gets you anywhere you want to go within the city and back? So perhaps this isn't the right kind of temperament someone should have before they get behind the wheel. But because of my father's failing health and the requirements of some jobs I was applying for I had no choice but to take driving lessons. Based upon the reviews I have read I picked this school. It was a mistake. Raymond was a terrible instructor for me. Maybe his aggressively impatient teaching style and garbled speech quality works for some people but it did not work with me. It made me even more nervous than I already was. Here are a sample of the kind of helpful instructions I got from this so called teacher during my second lesson. For the sake of context this conversation took place as I drove out of his illegal parking spot that blocks the pedestrian crosswalk onto Castle Hill avenue at roughly 2pm on a weekday afternoon. Raymond: This is a driving school. What did you expect? Me: Well I expected that we'd go back out to that low traffic area before I got behind the wheel. Raymond: When you get your license and drive there are going to be other cars on the road with you. Me: I know. I just don't know if I am ready to get on the road with so many other drivers. Raymond: This is how I teach. (I missed the next part of his speech because it was garbled to the point of being unintelligible) .....50 hours before they get their license. I am supposed to teach you in four 45 minute classes before you take your test. Me. I agree. I should have more classes. I would take 50 classes if it was possible and affordable. (Once again, all this happened WHILE I WAS DRIVING A VEHICLE MOVING FASTER THAN A BUMPER CAR FOR ONLY THE SECOND TIME IN MY ENTIRE LIFE on a very busy main thoroughfare.) Its one thing to know a lot about something but its something else to be a good teacher of that one thing. You need patience. You need to have the emotional intelligence to understand how well the people around you are reacting to your instructions while possessing the intellectual flexibility to be able to adjust your style of teaching to fit your students learning style. Raymond is capable of none of these things. He's a good driver who has parlayed his driving skills into a career he has neither the intelligence, interpersonal skills or the temperament to do well. read more

I learned how to drive properly in 3 classes. Technically two since the first class was learning how everything operated. Funny thing is i had 7 classes before with a driving school called globex and they sucked. I didnt know how to turn on a car since the key was always already in and i was also unaware I had blindspots. I was unaware of so much even though i had previous lessons. And i learn faster when theres something to read, so it was really helpful that this school has handouts for steps on how to drive. Also he was very patient and never got upset which is very calming. I took the 3 classes right before my test and i passed it. I would have probably failed it was left up to globex from Brooklyn. The guy there spoke about everything but driving, which was upsetting since i knew nothing about driving. Im not paying 38$ for a friend and casual conversation, but theres no nice way to say that. This was a really good school and worth the 3 hr commute. read more

This is a great school, i fail the Rd test once in another school, Came here and I passed. Raymond is a great instructor and very patiently. The 6 step formula helps a lot. Review them and it will be much easier. read more

I passed my road test today on the first try!! I want to thank Raymond and his formula for helping me. He is a good instructor, just follow his instructions and practice the formula and you will do well. read more

When I first took my road test, I was nervous as all hell. I had taken lessons with another driving school on Castle Hill, and even though I had taken about 10-15 lessons, I felt unprepared. Needless to say, I failed with flying colors. I was discouraged, and didn't make another attempt to drive for several years. Then my boyfriend, who had failed his driving test 6 times previously, finally passed! I asked him how he had done it and he recommended this driving school right up the block from my house that was both affordable and easily accessible. I didn't believe him until I had the chance to get back behind the wheel. Raymond makes you feel comfortable and uncomfortable at the same time. What I mean is He takes you out of your comfort zone, but only when he feels you are ready. Instead of driving me around and around the neighborhood like most driving schools, he took me all over the Bronx! From City Island to Boston Road and etc. It was a fun and enriching experience. He also teaches you his fool proof 6 step formula, and it works! After every class my confidence level rose and I felt more comfortable behind the wheel. On the day of the test I had a lesson right before, so I went into the driving test after driving, so my nerves were well prepared. I passed with NO ERRORS on my test, and I recommend everyone I know and love to go to Raymond if they want to be a well experienced and confident driver! He is definitely the best in the Bronx! Hands down! No holds barred! Thank you Raymond for helping me, Joe, and Timmy (my brother-in-law) pass our tests! We are forever indebted to you! read more