About Strijder
A small driving school with a big focus on results.
Rijschool Strijder started in Haarlem and deliberately stayed compact. Every student gets one instructor, a plan that matches their level and honest feedback about progress.
Learning to drive, not learning a route
We teach you to read traffic: anticipating cyclists in the centre of Haarlem, merging on the ring road, and staying calm at complex junctions. That is why our students perform well not only on exam day, but for years afterwards.
- 85% first-time pass rate in Haarlem
- WRM-certified, fully licensed instructors
- Reschedule or cancel lessons free of charge up to 48 hours in advance.
- Payment in instalments available
- Registered with the CBR – driving school number 2153X9
Compared to roughly 54% on average at the Haarlem test centre.* *CBR measurement period 1 July 2025 – 30 June 2026.
One instructor
The same familiar face from your trial lesson to your exam, so nothing has to be explained twice.
Modern cars
Audi A3 manual and Audi Q4 e-tron automatic, both with dual controls and full safety equipment.
English and Dutch
Lessons, theory support and exam preparation in the language you are most comfortable in.