Steps to Getting Your License

Use this guide to make sure you are in the right place in your licensing journey.
1

Pass Drivers Ed Course

Before you can take your written test at the DMV, you must pass a state-approved Drivers Ed course and receive your completion certificate.

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2

Practice for Written Test

Once you have your completion certificate, it is time to practice! Take our practice test questions to ace your exam on the first try!

3

Pass Written Test at DMV

Ready to go? Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test! Once you pass, you will receive your permit.

4

Take Driving Lessons

Passed your test? Great! Now you are ready to take your first driving lessons. Reserve your spot now so you can get going as soon as you have your permit.

5

Pass your Road Test

After completing your driving lessons, you can take your road test. Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test to receive your license.

For more licensing details, visit our help article.

Driving Lessons in Charter Oak

Whether it's your first time behind the wheel or you need a brush up before your test, we offer driving education that will make you a safer, more confident driver for life.

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Over 250,000 Students Have Chosen Coastline Academy

See why 98% of students across the country rate their driving lesson with us 5-stars.

Every Coastline driving instructor is certified and licensed by the California DMV and has completed an intensive, California-centered training course

Secure payments and digital lesson reports—we leverage the latest tech to provide a convenient experience you will love

Our instructors don't run errands or make students pick up and drop off other students—your time behind the wheel is your time

Our driving lessons aren't for everyone, they're for you—our instructors customize every lesson to your precise needs

Driving lessons in Charter Oak and surrounding areas

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Driving lessons in Charter Oak provide an ideal start for new drivers. The community's quiet residential streets create a low-stress environment perfect for mastering core skills like steering and braking. This calm setting helps learners build essential confidence before navigating busier roads, ensuring a positive and effective first experience behind the wheel.

Once comfortable with the basics, students will progress to busier local routes and major freeways like I-10 and I-210. This training is crucial for learning to merge, change lanes, and manage highway speeds safely. Driving to nearby cities like Covina exposes learners to varied traffic patterns, preparing them for the diverse conditions across Los Angeles County.

We offer flexible pickup and drop-off at home, school, or work when available. To accommodate various schedules, some lessons may begin at convenient meeting points in the area, which will be shown once you start searching availability.

Our primary focus is to equip every student with the defensive driving skills and confidence needed for a lifetime of safe travel. We are committed to turning instruction into practical, everyday driving ability that lasts.

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Safety Lives in Charter Oak

We go above and beyond expectations to provide a safe learning experience.

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Instructors you can trust

We're one of the only driving schools to do independent background and drug screens on every employee

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Every Coastline car has a second instructor brake, is clearly marked as a driving school vehicle and is inspected by a BAR-certified mechanic

Dashcam in every car

We record video and audio inside and outside the car for everyone's safety
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Driving Lessons Customized for You

Every lesson is custom-made to help you succeed.

Our school is certified by the DMV, and our lessons are perfect for teens needing the required training with an instructor so you can qualify to take your test, and have the skills and confidence you need to pass it.

We teach adult drivers how to become safer and more confident every day. Whether it's your first time driving or you need to practice for a Supplemental Driving Performance Evaluation, our expert instructors are here for you.

Our hiring standards and training program go beyond the industry standard. When you choose Coastline Academy, you are choosing the state's top driving educators.

Good drivers pass the test. So we focus on core skills first, ensuring you are set up to be safe and confident for life, before worrying about the test. On your last lesson, we will do a mock test to be sure you are ready!

Every driver is different, which is why every Coastline lesson is customized for you.

We provide all the tools and materials needed for your lesson, so all you need to bring is a positive attitude toward learning a new skill.

At the end of your lesson, your instructor fills out a post-lesson report that shows the skills you have mastered, and those that need more practice, so you can maximize your practice time between lessons.

The Coastline Guarantee

A great experience or we'll make it right.

If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your driving lesson, we will make it right. We can redo your lesson either with the same instructor or a different one, at your option. Or, if you prefer, you can get a full refund.

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Driving instructors serving Charter Oak

Our friendly, professional instructors bring a wide range of experiences to teaching you to drive. Each instructor is certified by the state and has completed an intensive training course. We're one of the only driving schools to do independent background and drug screens.

Eric T.

Eric T.

Eric's driving career started in the video arcade but has over 30 years driving in both the United States and Japan. Eric is excited to teach and help create a safe environment for every driver. Read more...

Instructor Trainer
Speaks Japanese
800+ Lessons
Glen V.

Glen V.

Glen has taught over 2,300 driving lessons to students in the Los Angeles area and he is excited about helping you become a safe and responsible driver. Read more...

Speaks Dutch
800+ Lessons
Morgan R.

Morgan R.

Morgan loves to learn and teach from same level as her students. She's versatile in her interests and can get along with anyone. She's also compassionate, which helps her know which standpoint to teach from. Read more...

200+ Lessons
DeWitt L.

DeWitt L.

DeWitt has over 10 years experience of teaching his family members how to drive before he became a professional driving instructor. DeWitt has a passion for teaching, and safe driving. He enjoys passing over 41 years of his good and safe driving expe... Read more...

200+ Lessons
Paul C.

Paul C.

Paul has over 15 years experience navigating the road between the California coasts to the Snowy weather in Colorado, and in Toronto, Canada. He drives with a family first mindset and enjoys swimming, bike riding with family, and plays the Ukulele. Read more...

200+ Lessons
Riley S.

Riley S.

Riley has a love for teaching and being around people. She has always taken pride in being a safe and well-rounded driver and hopes to help others feel the same way about themselves. She is kind, patient, detail-oriented and compassionate while also ... Read more...

100+ Lessons
Michael F.

Michael F.

Michael F has 14 years as a truck driver. Has driven across the continental U.S through various weather conditions. Throughout his career, he has had the opportunity to teach new truckers and guide them through the industry. He has also taught in a p... Read more...

Jennifer B.

Jennifer B.

In addition to working for the United States Postal Service, she takes pride in having a patient, fun loving attitude with her students and sharing her 42 yrs of driving experience. She treats each student with the dignity and respect they deserve. Read more...

200+ Lessons
Anthony P.

Anthony P.

Anthony is passionate about creating a trusting, calm, and supportive environment with his students. He is extremely patient, and wants to help students celebrate small victories, and help them to learn that mistakes are part of the process. Read more...

100+ Lessons
Ellie W.

Ellie W.

Ellie Wells has been a driving instructor since 2022. When not on the roads, she's a writer, filmmaker, and loves thrifting, nature and travel. Read more...

100+ Lessons
Lorena N.

Lorena N.

Hello out there! Can you already feel the wind blowing through your hair as you drive down the road? Kind of? Not really, yet? Here to help you become a safe, defensive driver out there in the world. This time is important for you as it is not only e... Read more...

Speaks Spanish
Jimmy D.

Jimmy D.

Jimmy Diaz is a young and enthusiastic educator with the drive to teach students the skills and knowledge needed to be a safe motor vehicle operator for now and for life. He earned his license at 16, learning and adapting to many situations. He drove... Read more...

100+ Lessons
Hector L.

Hector L.

Hector has 25 years driving experience, knows how to work with teenagers, has a good driving record, and he will be a great fit for your son, daughter, or yourself. Read more...

Speaks Spanish
100+ Lessons
Paul F.

Paul F.

Paul is a very caring and respectful person. He has experience driving school and coach busses. Safety is extremely important to him. Read more...

Tharendra S.

Tharendra S.

Tharendra Shrestha is an experienced driver and instructor based in Ontario, CA, who is passionate about sharing his extensive knowledge of safe driving practices. With a background in rideshare and delivery services such as Uber, DoorDash, and Amazo... Read more...

Speaks Hindi
Wael E.

Wael E.

Wael is a dedicated driving instructor with a background in aerospace engineering and a passion for road safety. Having driven across multiple countries since 2008, he brings a clear, calm approach to teaching. Fluent in English and Arabic, and a fat... Read more...

Speaks Arabic
Elena S.

Elena S.

Elena, a mother of 3, is equipped with mom coolness. The proof is when her son calls her a soccer mom. She has a passion for the road. With over 20 years of driving experience, she knows what challenges people encounter while on the road. She believe... Read more...

Speaks Spanish
Robert D.

Robert D.

A highly conceptual instructor, Robert has rave reviews from students and parents alike. Read more...

1,000+ Lessons

Coastline in the Community

Coastline is proud to work with over 100 local, state, and national organizations to provide access to high-quality driver's education for teens and adults all across Washington. Here are just a few of the organizations we partner with to further our mission of eradicating car crashes nationwide:

For more information about our Community Partnerships Programs, please reach out to our Support Team.

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