Question 1

How does Slaagpuls calculate driving school scores?

Accepted Answer

We use official CBR exam data to calculate first-attempt pass rates for each driving school. Our methodology includes statistical smoothing for small sample sizes and peer-group comparisons to ensure fair rankings across different regions. Schools are scored on a 0-100 scale relative to their regional peers.

Question 2

Why should I trust Slaagpuls rankings?

Accepted Answer

Our rankings are based entirely on objective, government-regulated CBR exam data that cannot be manipulated by driving schools. We don't accept payments from schools, display no advertising, and our methodology is fully transparent and publicly documented.

Question 3

What does the 'RELIABLE' or 'CAUTION' badge mean?

Accepted Answer

These badges indicate the statistical confidence level of a school's rating. 'RELIABLE' means the school has 80+ exam records in the past 12 months, providing high confidence in the score. 'CAUTION' means 30-80 records, indicating moderate uncertainty. Schools with fewer than 30 records don't receive a numeric score.

Question 4

Can driving schools improve their Slaagpuls score?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The only way to improve is by genuinely improving teaching quality, which leads to higher first-attempt pass rates. Since our data comes directly from CBR exam results, schools cannot game the system through marketing or reviews—only through better instruction.

Question 5

Why do you focus on first-attempt pass rates?

Accepted Answer

First-attempt success is the strongest indicator of teaching quality. Schools that prepare students thoroughly demonstrate higher teaching quality, provide better value (students save on retake fees), and show realistic readiness assessment rather than rushing students to premature exams.

Question 6

How often is the data updated?

Accepted Answer

We update our rankings monthly as new CBR exam data becomes available. Note that CBR data has a 1-2 month publication delay, so recent changes in school quality may not be immediately reflected.

Question 7

What if my preferred school has a low score?

Accepted Answer

Our scores are one factor among many in choosing a driving school. Consider location, language preferences, instructor personality, scheduling flexibility, and pricing alongside our rankings. A lower score simply means the school performs below its regional peers—it may still be the right choice for your specific needs.

Question 8

Do you include user reviews in your rankings?

Accepted Answer

No. We deliberately exclude user reviews because they are subjective and can be manipulated. Our rankings are based solely on objective exam performance data from CBR, ensuring complete objectivity and reliability.

How our rankings work

Relative Score

First Attempt Rate

Sample Size

Location Proximity

We turn CBR exam data into clear school rankings.

Official CBR results

Fair comparisons

First-attempt focus

Updated with new releases

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