Fast completion
Several reviews describe getting a licence in about two months, including one learner who finished in less than three months from scratch.
Galadari Motor Driving Centre, Lulu Al Barsha
Al Barsha
Galadari Motor Driving Centre at Lulu Al Barsha is a driving school where learners can take driving classes and arrange internal and RTA tests. Reviews highlight first-attempt passes and some two-month journeys, though class and test availability can vary.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
331 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Test preparation
Learners describe instructors as patient and knowledgeable, with preparation focused on being ready for the driving test.
First attempts
Some customers passed on their first attempt, including one who credited the instructors for helping them succeed.
Booking help
Reviews say branch support helped coordinate classes and arrange tests early, which made the process smoother for some learners.
Beginner friendly
One learner who had never driven before reported getting a licence in less than three months.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm availability. Ask for the current class and test timeline before committing; reviews mention weeks of delays and unavailable classes.
Follow up. Do not rely only on the app. Confirm each next step with the branch because one review says the process required waiting for responses.
Clarify fees. Ask exactly what your package includes, especially parking assessment charges, and get any extra-payment request explained before proceeding.
Allow buffer. Build extra time into your plan because the Lulu Al Barsha branch was described as busy and sometimes delayed.
Ask about revision. Before a road test, ask whether an extra class can be arranged; one customer found a session an hour beforehand useful.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Dubai 3 Street 19 Lulu Hypermarket
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Initial road classes
Initial road classes are mentioned as part of the learning journey, with reviews praising patient instruction during this stage.
Parking Assessment
The parking assessment is a key booking stage, but one review reports a lengthy wait to access it.
RTA final road test
Customers mention completing the RTA final road test alongside internal exams, including first-attempt passes.
Normal package
A customer says their licence was obtained in two months through the normal package.
Common Concerns
Long delays
Some customers reported waiting many weeks for classes or tests, while another said parking assessment access took six months.
Class shortages
Availability is not consistent: one reviewer said there were no classes available and that everyday bookings were difficult.
App problems
The app and next-step process were described as unclear, with customers needing to contact the school and wait for replies.
Service inconsistency
Customer-service experiences vary, with complaints about unanswered WhatsApp messages and rude treatment at the branch.
Fee confusion
One review alleges a request for extra payment before a parking assessment despite the customer saying the full amount was already paid.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
500 AED
normal package
“We still can’t believe she got her license so quickly, especially with the normal package – all for just 500 AED”Google review · September 2024
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The Bottom Line
Galadari Motor Driving Centre at Lulu Al Barsha is a driving school for learners working through classes, internal assessments and RTA tests. It is worth considering if you value hands-on help with bookings: reviews describe some learners receiving a licence in around two months, while another beginner who had never driven reported finishing in less than three months. Several customers also passed on their first attempt.
The strongest positive theme is instructor support. Reviews mention patient teaching, clear explanations of driving rules and preparation aimed at the test rather than just completing lessons. Branch staff are also credited with coordinating classes, arranging tests early and answering registration questions.
One review reports a normal package costing 500 AED, but that is a customer-reported historical price rather than a current quote. The main caution is scheduling. Other customers reported no available classes, waits of many weeks for classes or tests, and one six-month wait for a parking assessment.
The app was described as unclear, with some next steps requiring direct follow-up. Before paying, confirm package inclusions, assessment fees and the realistic booking timeline. If you do enrol, keep checking with the branch rather than relying solely on the app.