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5 Stars

Sophie R

I cannot recommend Barry from XDT Driving Instructors highly enough. He is absolutely amazing at what he does. From the very first lesson, Barry was compassionate, patient, and incredibly understanding. He genuinely cares about his students — not just about helping them pass their test, but about making sure they feel confident and safe behind the wheel. His calm and encouraging approach made such a difference, especially during moments of nerves or self-doubt. Barry takes the time to explain everything clearly and never makes you feel rushed or judged. You can tell he is deeply invested in his students’ success and wellbeing. If you’re looking for a driving instructor who is professional, kind, and truly supportive, Barry is the one. I’m so grateful for his guidance and would recommend him to anyone without hesitation!
Wednesday, 18 February 2026
5 Stars

Miley D

I couldn’t have been more happy with the outcome of using Barry for my daughters driving lessons .. he was great with building her driving confidence and experience .. and I will not hesitate to use him for all future drivers in my family
Monday, 16 February 2026
5 Stars

Amarlia P

I couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor. Extremely patient, knowledgeable, and supportive, which made learning to drive far less stressful. Every lesson was well-structured and confidence-building. I would highly recommend XDT to anyone learning to drive.
Thursday, 1 January 2026
5 Stars

Bonnie M

Absolutely hands down all round great bloke and the best instructor, such a great soul , highly recommend, made my daughter feel at ease the whole way through and very informative
Tuesday, 24 June 2025
5 Stars

Trevor E

Great help
Friday, 9 May 2025
5 Stars

Teleah P

Barry was amazing! i really appreciate how patient and relaxed he is, he made each and every drive so much less stressful. I love how he took the time to help me work on things i believed i was struggling with. thank you again barry!
Thursday, 10 April 2025
5 Stars

Shae P

Baz has taught 2/3 of my kids and can’t recommend him enough . He is so calm. Child 3 coming. Thank you Baz
Friday, 28 March 2025
5 Stars

Ryan H

Amazing service, thank you!
Wednesday, 12 February 2025
5 Stars

Jet B

Barry was amazing. He covered everything Jet needed to pass his test and gave him the confidence to get the job done.. 5 stars to XDT...
Wednesday, 20 November 2024
5 Stars

Sharon B

Barry was amazing. He covered everything Jet needed to pass his test and gave him the confidence to get the job done..5 stars to XDT...
Wednesday, 20 November 2024
5 Stars

Bella B

Barry from day one made Bella feel very comfortable and transformed a very nervous driver into a competent and confident one. Thank you for the lessons, simulation and highly recommended Barry. Very professional service.
Monday, 4 November 2024
5 Stars

Chris B

Great to deal with and my son felt ease and got his licence first go
Wednesday, 30 October 2024
5 Stars

Sophie M

Great services, excellent to work with.
Monday, 14 October 2024
5 Stars

Sharon D

Barry has the perfect, patient disposition for a driving instructor. He did a wonderful job guiding my granddaughter to passing her driving test first try with a high score. I recommend him to anyone learning to drive! ?? ?? ?? ?? ??
Saturday, 12 October 2024
5 Stars

Caitlin G

Definitely recommend Mark for lessons! Patient, calm and easy going! My daughter tried a couple of instructors through various companies and found mark to be the best! Highly recommend.
Tuesday, 10 September 2024
5 Stars

Paino

Very very good
Tuesday, 20 August 2024
5 Stars

Chloe R

amazing instructor, lovely person and i passed first go with a whopping 99% and he had so much confidence in me when i didn’t for myself 10/10 recommend
Thursday, 8 August 2024
5 Stars

Yin R

Mark was very professional. The teaching approach was very systematic and easy to understand. Mark made me feeling so comfortable and confident when driving with him. Highly recommended!
Saturday, 27 July 2024
5 Stars

Chembee i

Kind, polite and a very good instructor.
Friday, 5 July 2024
5 Stars

Ahmad R

Excellent driving instructors. Special shoutout to Mark who is very calm, patient, and supportive. I enjoyed every moment driving with him. Highly recommend this place.
Sunday, 30 June 2024
5 Stars

jade b

Mark is amazing driving instructor my son Bradley passed first go Mark went above and beyond Very highly recommend 11/10 ?? ?? ??
Thursday, 16 May 2024
5 Stars

ROBYN V

Fantastic instructor. Very patient. Soft spoken so no nerves. Best ever
Wednesday, 8 May 2024
5 Stars

Lisa K

Barry has aided our two older sons to attain their licences. He is a knowledgeable instructor who put our boys at ease and develops a positive rapport which creates a successful environment for quality learning. He always goes the extra mile to ensure processes run smoothly. We will be calling on him again when our youngest son goes for his licence and highly recommend him.
Monday, 6 May 2024
5 Stars

Richell M

Amazing teacher, thanks so much for all your help.
Saturday, 20 April 2024
5 Stars

Jonah P

Barry and his XDT driver training business are superb! Pricing, logistics, communications, ease of booking, expertise and engagement with the learner driver are all exemplary!! This is a parent’s point of view. Congratulations and thanks Barry!!
Thursday, 4 April 2024
5 Stars

jonah p

Barry is 100% the best driving instructor in the Hunter/Newcastle/Lake Mac, super calm and great at instructing- perfect for all new drivers!
Thursday, 4 April 2024
5 Stars

Jasmin S

A huge thank you Barry! I couldn't done it without you. An extremely amazing instructor that is very professional,understanding and with great passion in what He is doing. Thank you for helping me not just to pass the test but to become a safer driver and overcome my nervousness on the road. Definitely, will recommend you specially to those that are scared to be behind the wheels same me.
Tuesday, 19 March 2024
5 Stars

Nic M

Barry was an unreal instructor, he was calm and patient making sure I understood what he was teaching. His experience as a past examiner helped ensure I was prepared for test conditions.
Friday, 15 March 2024
5 Stars

Georgia C

Barry was a great instructor. He was calm and gave lots of tips and encouragement.
Sunday, 7 January 2024
5 Stars

Renee

Barry's lessons have been very helpful. I successfully passed my driving license test, transitioning from an international to a full NSW driving license on the first attempt. He is patient and knowledgeable. In addition to test preparation, you will also gain valuable general life driving skills from Barry. Highly recommended.
Wednesday, 27 December 2023
5 Stars

Charli R

Highly recommend. In 4 lessons Barry taught our daughter all the things she needed to polish up her driving skills and be ready for the test. I would definitely recommend the lesson/test package, this really help reduce nerves on test day and Barry even replaced a blinker bulb which stop working at the last minute. A pass on first attempt at 98%, thanks Barry.
Wednesday, 6 December 2023
5 Stars

Danah C

Barry was incredibly knowledgeable, calm and patient. He took the time to ensure I understood what he was teaching. I couldn't of had a better instructor to help me get my p's.
Thursday, 30 November 2023
5 Stars

Danah C

Highly recommend Barry and XDT. So professional and amazing to work with. He is incredibly patient and calm and takes the time to get to know his clients and what works well for them to learn.
Wednesday, 29 November 2023
5 Stars

melissa k

Great practical advice for my learner.
Wednesday, 29 November 2023
5 Stars

sarii c

Barry is the best driving instructor around ! He helped calm my nerves before my test and helped pass my test. Definitely recommend !!
Tuesday, 28 November 2023
5 Stars

Haze M

Thank you so much for helping me get my P’s. You’re a great instructor and your guidance helped make me a safer driver. Thank you again :)
Wednesday, 22 November 2023
5 Stars

Jaz S

Barry is THE best in the business! So patient and kind and made my daughter feel so very comfortable with all her lessons. He also taught my son, they both passed 1st go!
Monday, 13 November 2023
5 Stars

Amelia O

Couldn't have asked for a better instructor Informative and helpful thankyou for helping me get my Ps
Wednesday, 1 November 2023
5 Stars

Callum D

Barry was a fantastic instructor, lots of great feedback and positive comments. Communication was excellent and he was always flexible and accommodating, especially when Services NSW had to change the testing date and time, Barry still made it work. Could not have asked for a better instructor! Hoping he is still instructing when my next son starts learning!
Thursday, 19 October 2023
5 Stars

Wilkinson f

Professional !! if you are looking for learning to drive XDT it the best ????
Wednesday, 20 September 2023
5 Stars

Shannelle H

Making the decision to go with XDT Driving Instructor was the best decision. Barry the driving instructor was absolutely fantastic at his job couldn't recommend him more. Made me feel extremely comfortable learning to drive, gave clear instructions on things I wasn't sure about and overall is a bubbly, fun and funny person to be around. 10/10
Friday, 15 September 2023
5 Stars

Nicole J

Barry has been a positive role model, guide & instructor throughout my son's learning to drive experience. Thank you Barry, for being an awesome instructor with my son gaining his manual license on his first attempt.
Wednesday, 23 August 2023
5 Stars

livymud

Amazing, would recommend to anyone learning to drive!!
Monday, 21 August 2023
5 Stars

Indi B

Fantastic, I couldn't have asked for a better instructor. Barry has a great teaching method while also keeping the driver calm yet still alert while driving. He also taught me some really effective ways to handle any stress before the driving test. I highly recommend XDT for learner drivers of any skill level.
Wednesday, 9 August 2023
5 Stars

Junbo L

Professional responsible patient and reliable Barry is the best driving instructor I’ve ever seen. He always gives precise instructions and encourage you Definitely recommend to everyone
Friday, 4 August 2023
5 Stars

Cameron B

Barry has been fantastic! XDT is a Fabulous local business, great service, can highly recommend for teaching young drivers & setting them up for safe driving!
Thank you 5 stars!
Wednesday, 8 March 2023
5 Stars

Nicola M

Mark is the most amazing instructor, couldn't be more grateful to have had him teach me how to drive <3
Wednesday, 15 February 2023
5 Stars

Mitchell G

Barry is an excellent instructor. I had several lessons with Barry and he made it possible for me to get my licence on the first try with his guidance!

Would highly recommend
Friday, 10 February 2023
5 Stars

Morgan V

Excellent driver trainer. Very experienced. I passed my test thanks Barry. He is extremely patient and understanding. You’re the best Barry. Thank you so so much.
Friday, 27 January 2023
5 Stars

Ben M

Barry is an amazing instructor. My two boys have now go their license with Barry’s help
Wednesday, 2 November 2022
5 Stars

Joshuah G

Excellent instructor, will definitely be using him for my boys when they get their licence. Looking forward to dealing with him again.
Thursday, 27 October 2022
5 Stars

Brody M

Mark is the Best Instructor ....he is so encouraging...helpful...patient...intelligent and friendly....THANK YOU MARK
Wednesday, 10 August 2022
5 Stars

Tyler J

Absolutely awesome instructor, related so well and cares a lot about his students. Highly highly recommend Mark he was brilliant. Thanks so much!
Tuesday, 9 August 2022
5 Stars

Caleb B

Mark was a great instructor, very detailed and covered all the points well which was needed.
He helped my son keep his cool when under pressure and my son felt quite at ease with him.
Thanks again Mark :-)
Friday, 6 May 2022
5 Stars

Zack W

Absolutely amazing work from Mark!
Couldn’t recommend him anymore. A great instructor giving you all the tips that you need to know to pass your test and taking me on the test routes helped me enormously. I cannot thank Mark enough for all the effort he put into helping me get my P’s! Excellent work from Mark and the XDT Driving team.
Thursday, 28 April 2022
5 Stars

Jai R

Absolutely Awesome. Barry's patience and knowledge is second to none. Highly recommended!!!
Thursday, 10 February 2022
5 Stars

Will H

What a wonderful and personalised service. Thanks Barry, you can tell you love your job and most of all to create great drivers.
It’s truly is great dealing with a professional service and people like you.
Wednesday, 2 February 2022
5 Stars

Brianna B

Would 110% recommend Barry. Amazing instructor very kind and calming. Awesome prep talk before my actual test too. ??
Saturday, 25 December 2021
5 Stars

Jack F

Thank you Barry for your calm guidance and driving lessons and thank you to Mark for the pep talk and last minute driving prep for Jack. You guys are awesome ??
Sunday, 5 December 2021
5 Stars

Sidney H

Mark was the perfect choice in helping my daughter prepare for her diving test …he made her feel super relaxed and built up her confidence with lots positive comments and relevant feedback both during and after her lessons …he clearly enjoys helping young people grow and develop the skills to become safe drivers and in short, Mark’s passion for what he does will see many kids benefit from using XDT for their driver training needs …I will be singing his praises for all to hear.

Regards,
Len
Wednesday, 10 November 2021
5 Stars

Ella G

We have used Barry now for both our daughters driving lessons and test which they have both passed first time. Barry is great, and the girls always felt comfortable with him. We will not hesitate to contact him again in a few years for our son.
Thursday, 21 October 2021
5 Stars

Kaylan M

Honestly Barry is the best! I highly recommend XDT. I have had the privilege of dealing with Lisa and Barry for a few years. They offer an amazing service that is professional, stress free and so incredibly helpful. Thank you again, 10 out of 10.
Belinda
Thursday, 22 April 2021
5 Stars

Zafar S

Excellent teaching skills by Mark Castelli , very Professional and easy to go, teaches professional tips and tricks but in a best and easy way... taught me all tips in just " 1 HOUR SESSION " on the same day of my unrestricted Licence Test, where I scored 109/109 Yepieeeeee :)

I highly recommend driving with XDT, especially MARK CASTELLI
Friday, 9 April 2021
5 Stars

Caleb H

I would highly recommend Barry and XDT Driving Instructors. Barry has given lessons to both of my sons. The booking system that he uses is great along with the communications prior to each booking. The feedback to both my sons and to me helped with the whole process and they were able to concentrate on areas of their driving that needed improvement. My sons felt confident and relaxed with his instruction. Barry was calm in his instruction and guided them both to getting their P plates on their first attempts.
Tuesday, 6 April 2021
5 Stars

Brock S

XDT driving Instructors are amazing!!!! I gained so much confidence in my driving after just 1 lesson with Barry, he is very calm, explained things well, I gained so much knowledge and tips on safe driving each lesson I took. He made my lessons enjoyable and stress free. Thanks Barry and XDT Driving????????
Thursday, 28 January 2021
5 Stars

Matthew M

Very professional and easy to talk to making for relaxed driving. Knows his stuff and imparts it well to ensure you are a safe driver and can pass the test easily. No complaints to speak of what so ever.
Thursday, 28 January 2021
5 Stars

ZANE R

Thank you Mark for making this process so easy from start to finish .
Highly recommend Mark
Thursday, 7 January 2021
5 Stars

Skye S

Barry is an amazing driving teacher, he taught me a lot to help me with basic driving and how to keep safe on the road. He supported me and helped me get my p’s, throughout the whole year. He is very friendly.
Thursday, 24 December 2020
5 Stars

Hope F

I did lessons with xdt and I had the instructor Mark. Mark was very nice and easy going as he taught me how to become a better driver and he even helped me to pass my Ps test. I highly recommend driving with xdt.
Monday, 21 December 2020
5 Stars

Luke S

Excellent instructors. Very helpful and understanding.
Friday, 9 October 2020
5 Stars

Kiera B

Thank you so much to Barry from XDT for being such an amazing driving instructor for our daughter! He managed to help her to get across the line and she passed confidently first go!! We would recommend Barry highly to anyone looking for an instructor for their teen!!
Thursday, 1 October 2020
5 Stars

Caitlyn P

Amazing!! Cannot complain about anything.
Thursday, 1 October 2020
5 Stars

Ethan F

Barry was very nice and understanding in all situations.
Barry has heaps of knowledge to help every Learner driver get their full license.
Wednesday, 30 September 2020
5 Stars

Nathan R

Barry is amazing with building confidence in young drivers. Always professional and on time and great to deal with.
Tuesday, 29 September 2020
5 Stars

Caitlyn Y

Barry was fantastic and I will recommend him to everyone. He was patient and very calming especially on my test day. Passed with 99% thanks to him.
Tuesday, 29 September 2020
5 Stars

Riley H

we had an awesome experience twice with XDT. I have told my friends and would be happy to recommend XDT to everyone.
Thankyou so much for your care and support, we could not have been any happier with your business. Congratulations on having such a wonderful team
Monday, 28 September 2020
5 Stars

Brayden J

Absolutely amazing people. The best instructors you could ever hope for
Monday, 21 September 2020
5 Stars

Bryce

Highly recommended ! Kenike is fantastic. Has the knowledge and teaching style perfect for anyone looking to learn and be prepared for Driving Tests !
Thursday, 4 June 2020
5 Stars

Ro

Barry was calm and extremely understanding. Came with great tips that suited me, focused on things I struggled with and gave amazing feedback. Lisa was friendly and incredibly informative. Even guided me in the whole process of getting P1.
Thanks you guys for making this so much easier!!
Highly recommended, couldn't have been any better.
Thursday, 4 June 2020
5 Stars

Peta

What an amazing experience we have had over the past 12 months with XDT. Barry & Lisa have done an exceptional job & have made this entire process from L's to P's extremely easy. Barry is an amazing instructor & Lisa has organised everything for us. Shakia is now a confident, capable driver & I'm a happy mother knowing she has been taught by the best. Thank you Barry & Lisa. We will be seeing you next year when it's Damons turn for driving lessons.
We highly recommend XDT, 5 stars!
Thursday, 4 June 2020
5 Stars

Jenny

Thank you Lisa and Barry for all your help. I couldn't recommend XDT enough. Barry is an awesome instructor with great experience and techniques. He made me so confident and so at ease. Will definitely recommend them to anyone!!
Thursday, 4 June 2020
5 Stars

Woo

Highly recommended XDT Driving Instructors!
Barry and Lisa are both amazing! Lisa handles all the bookings so professionally, cheerfully, and always willing to answer any questions!
Barry was a wonderful instructor, always calm and knowledgeable!
Thanks guys for such great service
Thursday, 4 June 2020
5 Stars

Kylie

Would 100% recommend Barry from XDT Driving instructors . From day one he made our daughter Teleah feel very comfortable and both him and his wife were a pleasure to deal with . Thankyou
Thursday, 4 June 2020
5 Stars

Chloe W

I tried learning how to drive a few times (with a few different instructors!) but always got too nervous to see it through. I am an extremely anxious person. When I was 28 and started having to catch buses for client meetings...I decided it was 'now or never'. Not the most professional look! I contacted Barry and Lisa to arrange a trial lesson. There was absolutely no pressure to re-book after my first lesson. I went on and booked a further 20 hours with Barry and he was the most patient and helpful teacher I have ever had. I still got very nervous and there were many tears, especially in the first few lessons - but Barry was always supportive and understanding. He pushed me when I needed pushing and let me wuss out and go home for a cry when it got too much. I got my P Plates first go and I am so proud of myself that I FINALLY did it!
Monday, 15 January 2018
5 Stars

Katrina M

Mark was an amazing instructor for my teenage daughter who just passed first go yesterday!! Thank you Mark. You are an incredible instructor and all round great human!!!
Wednesday, 5 November 2025
5 Stars

Chelsea G

I have used Mark for both my son and now my daughter. They both felt so comfortable with him and the things he taught them really helped. I choose to do the lesson before the test on both kids and I would highly recommend it. Mark knows just what to say to calm the nerves to get them through there test. Thank you so much Mark
Wednesday, 6 August 2025
5 Stars

Kyahn W

Mark was amazing. My son and I recently had the pleasure of dealing with Mark and I must say, the experience was outstanding. From the moment we first spoke, I was greeted warmly by the knowledgeable and friendliness of Mark. Mark took the time to listen to my concerns and provided expert advice on the necessary steps to help my son get his licence. What impressed me the most was the transparency and honesty exhibited throughout the process. Mark kept me informed every step of the way, explaining to me my son’s strengths and what he needs more practice on. I highly recommend Mark to anyone in need of a reliable and trustworthy driving instructor that will get your child to become a Safe responsible driver. Marks exceptional service, expertise, and dedication to customer satisfaction are getting harder to find these days. I can confidently say that Marks goes above and beyond for all. My son passed his test first go. Thank you Mark.
Tuesday, 29 April 2025
5 Stars

Eddie V

I’m deeply grateful to Mark for his invaluable support in helping me get my Ps and pass my driving test. His expert guidance and patience were crucial to my success, making me feel confident and prepared. I highly recommend Mark to anyone seeking a skilled and dedicated driving instructor.
Thursday, 8 August 2024
5 Stars

Nerida T

The best in the business, congratulations on making the Hunter Business Award finals
Wednesday, 10 July 2024
5 Stars

Chidi A

Very patient and good driving instructor.
Wednesday, 10 July 2024
5 Stars

Ahmed M

Excellent driving instructors. Special shoutout to Mark who is very calm, patient, and supportive. I enjoyed every moment driving with him. Highly recommend this place.
Sunday, 30 June 2024
5 Stars

Zane V

My gratitude is immense! Barry was the perfect fit to guide my son to passing his driving test! With his supportive and patient nature, my son passed with flying colours! Thank you Barry ??????????
Tuesday, 18 June 2024
5 Stars

Charlotte F

It's not often I feel compelled to leave a review (for anything) but in this case it just has to be done. I had modest expectations of what could be gained for my daughter in just one 90-minute session to prepare for the driving test. But I'm so glad we did it. Barry was absolutely outstanding, both on the phone before the session and then during and after the session. He took the time to find out exactly what we wanted to get out of the session, then he gave us that and more. He listens well, explains clearly, and my daughter found the techniques he described easy to implement (tips for angle reverse parking etc). He also seems to know a lot about what they look for in the test. He didn't ask (or even prompt) for a review either.
Saturday, 1 June 2024
5 Stars

Qian L

Hi Barry, I hold an overseas full licence (China) but needs to do a driving test in NSW. Need a couple of lessons before the test. I'll be using my own car (automatic, Lexus IS250, 2012 model). I'll pay cash for your lessons. Cheers, Qian
Tuesday, 6 February 2024
5 Stars

Ben N

Very professional service. Ben enjoyed every lesson and came back feeling more confident each time. He had no worries about passing his test. Would strongly recommend Barry and Mark for their excellent service.
Friday, 24 November 2023
5 Stars

Supamas W

I don't think I gonna pass the driving test. From the first time . Thank you Barry ????
Friday, 22 September 2023
5 Stars

Kelci A

The best driving instructor very grateful to learn with Mark
Wednesday, 16 August 2023
5 Stars

Joshua C

Highly recommend Mark, my son who has mild special needs got his license first go thanks to the support and guidance from Mark. If I could give 100 stars I would. Awesome driving instructor. We can't thank you enough Mark.
Friday, 10 March 2023
5 Stars

Lauchlan N

Barry was so knowledgeable and patient with my son. I would highly recommend him.
Saturday, 21 January 2023
5 Stars

Rosie A

If you’re looking for an amazing driving instructor then look no further. Mark is dedicated, kind and extremely patient.
He will be able to help even the most nervous learner gain the skills and confidence they need to become a safe and competent driver. I cant recommend him highly enough!
Thanks again Mark!!
Thursday, 25 August 2022


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