Costs and packages
Trial Lesson, Single Lessons or a Package: When Do You Decide?
Step by step, decide when to choose single lessons or a driving lesson package after a trial lesson.
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Your next step with Rijmaatje
Read about choosing a school, preparing for lessons and working towards your licence. All Rijmaatje articles in one place.
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Choosing a driving school
Comparing driving schools in your city: a local checklist
Compare local driving schools based on coverage, pick-up area, availability, reviews, CBR data, and total price.
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Additional support
Driving lessons with ADHD or autism: what should you look for in a driving school?
Choose support that matches sensory processing, concentration and the need for structure during driving lessons.
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Other licences
AM scooter license: steps, costs and exam explained
From theory to the practical test: this is the route to an AM licence for scooter and moped riders.
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Other licences
Trailer Driving Licence BE: when is it required and what does it cost?
Find out when a BE driving licence is needed, what you learn during the course, and how to compare costs fairly.
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Motorcycle lessons
Motorcycle Licence A1, A2 or A: which category do you need?
A clear overview of A1, A2 and A, age limits, exams, and the route to a more powerful motorcycle.
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Driving test and CBR
CBR waiting times: how to plan driving lessons and your test wisely
Avoid unnecessary pressure or downtime by aligning lessons, theory, and the CBR driving test smartly.
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Theory
Car theory test: a manageable 4-week study plan
Prepare for your theory test in four weeks with a realistic mix of knowledge, understanding, and practice tests.
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Choosing a driving school
Choosing the Right Driving Instructor: What Makes a Good Match
Discover which qualities of a driving instructor matter for trust, feedback, and progress.
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Choosing a driving school
How to spot trustworthy driving school reviews: see through them
Recognize useful, credible driving school reviews and combine experiences with facts.
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Choosing a driving school
Intensive driving course or individual lessons: the pros and cons
Compare an intensive course with weekly driving lessons in terms of pace, planning, learning quality and costs.
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Driving test and CBR
Failed Your Driving Test? Here’s How to Tackle a Retake Smartly
Turn a disappointing driving test into a concrete plan for focused lessons and a stronger retake.
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