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What's a good driving school in Pattaya / Jomtien / etc. for beginners (car) who don't speak Thai? Thanks in advance

Looking for suggestions. Ideally: - small room is fine, i prefer nice facilities - pool with good sun exposure - quiet (no loud music, cars...) - easy to get a Grab taxi - not too far out (cafes, open market, etc.) For example, is the "D-varee" condo area a bit too far from the 'center' of Jomtien? or is it that easy to just use the baht bus along the beach? - hoping for 10,000-14,000/month - fast internet Of course I've searched the forum and I'll be visiting several places when I get there, but I'd appreciate any ideas from people with direct/extensive experience of that area.

Is a motorcycle-only (125cc or less, not cars) license back home enough to get a permit to drive a scooter here, or is a full car/motorbike license required? Thanks

Thanks for all the comments and good suggestions, very helpful.

Yes I considered it but it's mostly houses there and quite isolated (countryside); I'd prefer a condo with a pool near a night market, cafes, ...

Yes this is the approximate figure I got from the app, but not sure about fastest route/traffic, etc. since I've never been there. is it easy and fast to get a ride in the morning (and evening)?

I'm moving to Jomtien (flexible) soon and will need to go to Huay Yai (south/east) on a daily basis. It looks like there are no Songthaews going to that area (or maybe just one?) and I for various reasons I would rather not drive a scooter myself. -Is taking a Grab/Bolt taxi every morning & evening doable? The cost would be about 120-150b one-way? -Are there any other options? like living south of Jomtien, making a deal with a driver for a month, using some shuttle bus, or... any ideas? Thanks!

'Ecole Francaise Pattaya' Does anyone have any feedback on this school? quality of education, location, etc. Thanks