Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: March 11th, 2025

These Terms and Conditions (the “Terms and Conditions”) govern the use of services provided by Geil Sli Driving Academy T/A Naas Driving Academy, including the use of our website www.naasdrivingacademy.ie.

By using our website or booking an appointment with us, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to abide by these Terms and Conditions at all times.

PLEASE NOTE: These Terms and Conditions contain a dispute resolution clause that impacts your rights regarding how disputes are resolved. Please read carefully.

1. Intellectual Property

All content published or made available on our website is the exclusive property of Geil Sli Driving Academy T/A Naas Driving Academy. This includes, but is not limited to, images, text, logos, documents, downloadable files, and any materials contributing to the composition of our site.

2. Age Restrictions

  • The minimum age requirement to use our site and services is:
    • 16 years old for Safe Pass and Forklift Training.
    • 17 years old for all Driving Tuition.
  • By using our website and booking our services, you confirm that you meet these age requirements. We are not responsible for false statements regarding age.

 

3. Sale of Services

These Terms and Conditions apply to all services offered both in-house and through our website www.naasdrivingacademy.ie.

Available Services:

  • Driving lessons for B, BE, C1, C, CE categories
  • Driver CPC
  • Driving Instructor Training
  • Safe Pass Training
  • Forklift Training
  • Manual Handling Courses

Payment Policy:

  • Payment is required in full at the time of booking.
  • While we strive to provide accurate service descriptions and images, minor variations may occur. Purchasing our services is at your own risk.
  • We reserve the right to modify, reject, or cancel any booking. If a cancellation occurs after payment has been processed, a full refund will be issued.

4. Payments

Accepted Payment Methods:

Online Payments:

  • Credit/Debit Card
  • PayPal
  • Stripe

In-House Payments:

  • Credit/Debit Card
  • Pre-arranged cash payments (a valid card must be on file as a guarantee)
  • By providing payment details, you authorize us to charge the selected payment method.
  • If we suspect any violation of the law or these Terms and Conditions, we reserve the right to cancel or reverse transactions.

5. Cancellation & Refund Policy

Right to Cancel (UK & EU Customers)

Customers in the United Kingdom and European Union have the right to cancel their purchase within 14 days of booking without providing a reason.

Exemptions from Cancellation:

  • Services that have already commenced upon the customer’s request.
  • Time-sensitive services such as accommodation, transport, vehicle rental, catering, or leisure activities with a fixed date.

To cancel a booking, you must notify us in writing via:

  • Email: info@naasdrivingacademy.ie
  • Post: Naas Driving Academy, Unit D12 Southern Link Business Park, Jigginstown, Naas, Co. Kildare W91 HC65

If you have already started training, a proportional fee will be deducted from your refund.

Refunds:

  • Requests within 14 days: Full refund to the original payment method.
  • Requests beyond 14 days: Issued as a credit note for use on any Naas Driving Academy service (transferable upon request).

6. Consumer Protection Law

If consumer protection laws (e.g., Sale of Goods and Supply of Services Act 1980) apply, these Terms will not limit your legal rights.

7. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website and email communications may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.

8. Limitation of Liability

Geil Sli Driving Academy T/A Naas Driving Academy, including our directors, officers, employees, and affiliates, shall not be liable for any claims, losses, damages, or legal fees arising from the use of our services.

9. Applicable Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of Ireland.

10. Dispute Resolution

If a dispute arises, both parties agree to attempt informal resolution before seeking legal action. If unresolved, mediation will be pursued, with costs borne by the unsuccessful party.

  • This does not affect the right to seek action in small claims court or for intellectual property infringement.

11. Additional Terms

  • Lessons & Courses: Payment is required in advance for all bookings.
  • Late Cancellations/No-Shows: Subject to cancellation policy.
  • Pre-arranged Business Accounts: Payment due within 30 days of invoice.
  • Training Locations: Lessons operate from Naas Driving Academy premises or designated RSA test centres.
  • Special Offers & Discounts: Cannot be combined.
  • Learner Permits: The correct category learner permit is required for training and must be carried at all times during lessons. Permits must be valid and in date for all appointments.
  • Lesson Duration: Scheduled lesson times include all discussions between the instructor and learner, including paperwork completion as part of the training.
  • Vehicle Hire for Driving Tests: A minimum training requirement must be completed before hiring a vehicle for the driving test. For EDT students, this does not include the mandatory 12 EDT lessons required by the RSA. Additional training may be necessary and will be advised by instructors throughout the learning process. Vehicle hire is at the discretion of Geil Sli Driving Academy T/A Naas Driving Academy.

12. Severability

If any provision in these Terms is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect.

13. Changes to Terms and Conditions

We reserve the right to modify these Terms as needed to maintain legal compliance. Updates will be posted on our website or emailed to customers.

14. Contact Details

For inquiries or concerns, contact us:

📞 Phone: 045 879 969
📩 Email: info@naasdrivingacademy.ie
📍 Address: Naas Driving Academy, Unit D12 Southern Link Business Park, Jigginstown, Naas, Co. Kildare W91 HC65