RSA Approved
Driving Instructor
Based in Gort
Co. Galway
Loughrea
RSA Test Centre
EDT · Pre-Test
General Lessons
About the school
Independent Driving School is run by Carlos McEvoy, an RSA Approved Driving Instructor based in Gort, Co. Galway. Carlos offers Essential Driver Training, pre-test preparation, and general lessons to learner drivers across the region.
Whether you're a first-time learner working through your mandatory EDT lessons, or looking for focused preparation ahead of your driving test — lessons are available from Loughrea RSA test centre.
Get in touchWhat we offer
From your first lesson through to test day — we support learners at every stage.
Essential Driver Training
The mandatory 12-lesson programme for first-time learner drivers. EDT must be completed in full with a qualified ADI before booking your RSA driving test.
Learn moreTest Preparation
Focused preparation for your RSA driving test at Loughrea. Designed to help you feel calm, prepared, and confident on test day.
Learn moreContinued Practice
For learner drivers who have completed EDT and want continued practice, or those returning to driving after a break.
Learn moreWho we teach
Lessons are available to learner drivers at every stage — from your very first time behind the wheel to your final test preparation.
Starting from scratch with no driving experience. Begin your EDT programme and learn at your own pace.
Working through the mandatory 12-lesson programme. Each lesson builds on the last, at your pace.
EDT complete and ready to prepare for your RSA driving test at Loughrea test centre.
Looking to refresh your skills after time away from driving. General lessons available at your own schedule.
Where we teach
Independent Driving School is based in Gort, Co. Galway. Lessons and test preparation are offered through Loughrea RSA test centre.
For specific areas served and lesson availability, get in touch directly.
Check availability →Gort, Co. Galway
School base
Loughrea RSA Test Centre
RSA driving test venue
Reviews
"I cannot recommend Carlos enough. From our first interaction to my test he was nothing but encouraging and supportive. He helped me build confidence every step of the way. An excellent instructor and communicator — Carlos wants his students to succeed and he does everything to make that happen!"
Lara Hanlon
Google Review · Local Guide
"I'm 40 years old and just passed my driving test — something I truly never thought I'd say. For years I'd been doing lessons on and off, always starting again full of fear. Carlos proved me completely wrong. So grateful."
Deirdre Hallinan
Google Review · 8 months ago
"I passed my driving test this morning. Carlos has been so patient and encouraging all the way through. He gave me so much confidence. He is easy to contact and so flexible with lessons. Thank you Carlos — you're one in a million."
Roman Fahy
Google Review · 2 years ago
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Resources
Road Safety Authority
Driving test information and road safety resources — rsa.ie
NDLS
Apply for or renew your learner permit or driving licence — ndls.ie
Driver Theory Test
Book your driver theory test online — theorytest.ie
NCT
Book and manage your National Car Test — nct.ie
RSA Driver Check
Check the validity of a driving licence — drivercheck.rsa.ie
Citizen's Information
Driving licences, tests, and motoring information for Ireland