Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Driving Instruction in Gig Harbor, WA
A Driving School of Gig Harbor has been a trusted leader in driver education since 1946, making us the oldest driving school on the Kitsap & Gig Harbor Peninsulas and the second-oldest in Washington State. Our team of local, college-certified instructors prioritizes teaching safe and responsible driving through engaging classroom environments equipped with modern visual aids like large-screen projections and interactive presentations. We distinguish ourselves by fostering positive learning atmospheres that emphasize both skill development and attitude formation, ensuring students gain confidence behind the wheel.With over seven decades of experience, weve refined our approach to meet and exceed state-mandated training requirements while maintaining personalized attention for teens and adults alike. Our 24/7 online student portal streamlines scheduling, progress tracking, and document management, reflecting our commitment to convenience and transparency. Rooted in our community, we continue to serve generations of drivers with the same dedication to excellence established at our founding.
Services
Driver Education Courses
Behind-The-Wheel Training
Classroom Instruction
Traffic Safety Certificates
Online Account Access
Scheduling Services
Progress Tracking
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of experience teaching drivers in Gig Harbor.
- Our certified instructors use engaging teaching methods with modern visual aids.
- We offer 24/7 access to student accounts for scheduling and progress tracking.
- We focus on creating a positive learning environment for safe driving.
- We are the oldest driving school on the Kitsap & Gig Harbor Peninsulas.
Services
Driver Education Courses
Our state-approved driver education courses exceed Washington State requirements, combining classroom instruction with hands-on driving practice. Students learn safe driving techniques through engaging visual aids and certified instructors. Ideal for teens and adults seeking comprehensive training to earn their license confidently.
Behind-The-Wheel Training
Hands-on behind-the-wheel sessions provide real-world driving experience with certified instructors. Each session focuses on mastering vehicle control, traffic rules, and defensive driving strategies. Additional sessions are available to ensure students meet proficiency requirements before licensing.
Classroom Instruction
Interactive classroom sessions use modern tools like large-screen projections and videos to teach traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. Lessons emphasize critical thinking and situational awareness to prepare students for real-world driving challenges.
Traffic Safety Certificates
We issue Traffic Safety Education Certificates upon course completion, meeting Washington State licensing requirements. These certificates validate students' proficiency in both theoretical knowledge and practical driving skills through rigorous evaluation standards.
Online Account Access
Our 24/7 online portal allows students to schedule lessons, track progress, upload permits, and manage payments securely. Parents can monitor their child's development and access evaluation reports, ensuring transparency throughout the learning process.
Questions
What are the eligibility requirements for enrollment?
Students must be at least 15 years old by their first class session to qualify for our driver education program.
How long do the courses last?
Our driver education courses run for 5-7 weeks, combining classroom instruction with practical behind-the-wheel training.
What happens if a student misses a driving session?
A $45 fee applies for missed behind-the-wheel sessions, and additional sessions cost $65 each if needed to complete the program.
Do you offer 24/7 account access for students?
Yes, our online portal provides 24/7 access for scheduling lessons, tracking progress, and managing account details securely.
What is your refund policy?
Refunds are available before the first class with a $35 administrative fee, but no refunds are issued after an instruction permit is issued.
Are your instructors certified?
All instructors are certified and bring extensive teaching experience, prioritizing safety and effective learning techniques in every lesson.
Reviews (6)
Tina W.
Dec 16, 2021
Report
Great place to get your children or young adults to take the written test and the driving test. The people there are awesome that run it and have patience.
Chris Pelczar
Oct 15, 2021
Report
Critical:Communication, Professionalism Don't bother wasting your money on this driving school. They were more than happy to take our money but can't be bothered to return any of our many voicemail messages and emails to confirm enrollment and answer other questions we have. Totally poor customer service.
A. SLeighpy
Apr 30, 2021
Report
Unfortunately, we spent way too much time with the owner, Colby, and instructors before realizing this place goes from bad to worse. Our teen had to hear inappropriate comments from the owner about girls in bikinis, political comments, assumptions about our family's income and telling our teen how much money they can make off of us if they fail our teen. These crude, belittling, and condescending comments were made during practice drives.
We took our business elsewhere. If this happened to our child, how many others is this happening to? We are beyond angry and I hope others will avoid this business so your kids aren't treated like this.
We took our business elsewhere. If this happened to our child, how many others is this happening to? We are beyond angry and I hope others will avoid this business so your kids aren't treated like this.
Derrick Kostelecky
May 19, 2020
Report
Would rate it 0 if I could. They cant keep books so lost record of our payment. When wife sent info showing we paid again. Apparently this was still not good enough as they continued to say we didnt pay. Save yourself the trouble.
Quinn Donnelly
Feb 06, 2018
Report
Teacher(s) made the lessons witty and fun, while still teaching you the information. Plus, they offer to give you the state dol written test and driving test after course completion, making it that much easier to get the license.
Melissa Wolkenhauer
Nov 28, 2015
Report
Excellent Driving School for High School students. I have one son that went and is honestly a better driver then me! "A Driving School" will be seeing my other son too. They have great teachers with good attitudes. They have great class schedules and learn more in a shorter amount of time then the high schools driving class. The price is a little higher but totally worth it.