Whether you are a brand new driver or just need to refresh your skills,you can make sure you are safe on the road (and pass your behind-the-wheel test) by choosing the right driving school. We've researched the best driving schools throughout the Los Angeles region to save you time. Below, you’ll find a list of vetted, reputable driving schools to choose from. All have 4 stars or above on Yelp. Once you’re ready to take your DMV behind-the-wheel drive test, we can provide you with a licensed driver and vehicle for your test.
How Do I Choose the Right Driving School?
You should choose a driving school with good reviews and experienced instructors. You should also think about what you want to learn from driving school: is your main goal to pass the behind-the-wheel drive test, to freshen up your skills, or get comfortable with a specific issue? Choose a school that specializes in what you want to learn. Read on for a ranking of the best driving schools in Los Angeles and what they specialize in.
What If I Already Know How to Drive?
If you are over 18 and already know how to drive, you won't be legally required by the State of California to take driving lessons. If you feel confident you can pass your behind-the-wheel test without driving lessons, but don't have a car to take to your test, we can help with our road test concierge service. We will send a licensed driver and an insured, safe vehicle to you for your test. Our driver will take you home after the test.
What are the Best Driving Schools In LA?
Read on for a list of the best driving schools in Los Angeles, with experienced instructors, flexible scheduling and commitment to student success.
1) Abel Driving School ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1/2
Abel has 4.5 stars and over 200 reviews on Yelp. It’s a family-owned business, established in 2002. Abel is located in West Los Angeles and offers behind-the-wheel driver training both for teen drivers and adults.
2) Primo Driving School ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Primo serves neighborhoods throughout LA including West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Playa Del Rey, Santa Monica, Malibu, Bel Air, and more. Primo has 5 stars on Yelp. Established in 2012, Primo offers both virtual and behind-the-wheel drivers’ ed to prepare for the DMV behind-the-wheel test and to develop drivers’ skills.
3) 1st Choice Driving School ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1/2
1st Choice is both a driving and traffic school and offers instruction in Spanish and English. 1st Choice has 4.5 stars on Yelp. They are especially helpful for nervous drivers.
4) City Driving School ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
City Driving School was established in 2015 by driving teachers with a decade of experience, and their focus on compassionate teaching and safety has earned them 5 stars on Yelp. City Driving has experience with both teen and older drivers, even those getting their licenses in their forties or fifties.
5) Behind the Wheel Driving School ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1/2
Behind the Wheel has been operating since 1994 in Manhattan Beach and has 4.5 stars on Yelp. Students are picked up and dropped off at home before and after their lessons. Students can choose from 6- or 12-hour packages. Behind the Wheel also offers a defensive driving course.
6) Community Driving School ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
All the instructors at Community Driving are bilingual in Spanish and English, and other languages are also available upon request. Community Driving focuses on preparing students for the DMV behind-the-wheel test and general safe driving skills. They have earned 5 stars on Yelp through careful attention to their students and easing students’ anxiety about driving.
7) Viva Driving School ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1/2
Viva has 4.5 stars on Yelp and offers both classroom and behind-the-wheel driver training for new and experienced drivers of all ages. They can pick students up from their homes for their sessions and drop them back off at home afterward. Viva was established in 2008.
8) Zion Driving School ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1/2
Zion was established in 1999 and has 4.5 stars on Yelp. They have a 90% passing rate on the first try for students taking the DMV behind-the-wheel test. They focus on clear, precise lessons to prepare students for the test.
9) Avers Driving School ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1/2
Avers, established in 2007, has 4.5 stars on Yelp. Avers focuses on preparing students for all kinds of driving situations, especially freeway driving, so that after passing the DMV behind- the-wheel test students are ready to drive confidently wherever they need to go.
10) Cantors Driving School ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Cantors is a small, family-run driving school established in 1976. Their kind and compassionate teaching style and flexible scheduling have earned them 5 stars on Yelp.
How Do I Maximize My Chances of Passing the Behind-the-Wheel Test?
The key to passing your road test is plenty of practice! If you want professional help, check out one of the above driving schools to improve your confidence. Driver education is required by law in California for teens, but adults can also take driving lessons to learn the rules of the road, keep themselves safe, and pass their behind-the-wheel test. If you're already an experienced driver or want help with your road test after taking lessons, we can help with our road test concierge service, the #1 rated road test service in the U.S.
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