New to licenses?
Not sure how to get your license?
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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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Taking driving lessons in Escondido provides a fantastic starting point for new drivers. The city’s quiet, residential neighborhoods offer a low-pressure environment ideal for learning the basics of vehicle control, turning, and parking. This calm setting helps build a strong foundation of confidence before progressing to more active roadways.
Once comfortable, students will experience more dynamic traffic on major freeways like I-15 and CA-78. These routes provide essential practice for merging, lane changes, and navigating higher speeds. Driving to nearby communities such as San Marcos and Vista prepares learners for the diverse road systems found throughout San Diego 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 goal is to transform learners into skilled, defensive drivers. We focus on building the practical abilities and situational awareness necessary for a lifetime of safe, confident travel, ensuring every student is well-prepared for the road ahead.
Tyler is an outdoor enthusiast with a passion for martial arts and teaching. He holds a degree from Cal State San Marcos and looks forward to driving with you. Read more...
Bill has been working with Coastline for two years and has taught over 500 lesson. Bill has lived in the San Diego area for over 40 years and is most familiar Northern San Diego, including the beach communities. Read more...
Eric hails from a long line of classically trained musicians, composers, and educators. With many years of driving experience, 25 years in Los Angeles alone, without an at-fault accident, and with his background in education, teaching safe driving sk... Read more...
Darryl's approach as a driving instructor really works! He listens to concerns, pays attention to individual needs, and gives memorable tips that last. With him, it's so much more than a driving lesson. It's a life-changing experience in your newly f... Read more...
Marco is a humanistic and progressive person, he finished his studies in a university degree in communication sciences, which focuses on the study of the individual through the masses. For him, communication plays a very important role in any area. T... Read more...
Joseph is the Operations Manager for Southern California, who has extensive years of driving experience across two continents in multiple countries and disciplines, including organized motorsport racing competitions from E-Pro Karts to GT Sports Cars... Read more...
Alex Willens has been driving for 24 years and has been a Scuba Diving Instructor for 16 years. He loves to teach people of ALL ages, and can enjoy communicating with almost anyone. Read more...
In addition to being a driving instructor, Alicia has been a team player in all that she does, from being a caregiver for over ten years, to participating and managing small and large counseling groups, giving special care and attention to male and f... Read more...
Andrew has 25+ years of driving experience, along with many years of in-person training as a manager. He has worked in the print and design industry and shares a professional passion for photography. Read more...
Kirra is an experienced driving instructor with nine years behind the wheel and a strong passion for teaching. As a commercial pilot working towards becoming a flight instructor, she emphasizes safety, precision, and sound decision-making. Kirra’s di... Read more...
In his time-off Ian loves teaching friends and family to rock climb, surf, and do other "extreme" sports. He understands how to break down something as scary as driving and teach the skills needed to be safe and confident on the road! Read more...
Rico is his nickname, he has a variety of work experiences, above all he's a good driver, he's patient, soft spoken and a good teacher. Read more...
Brian Duncan has spent his life in the realms of education, starting at the Boys & Girls Club, then tutoring, substitute teaching all around San Diego County, and teaching middle school math before a switch to corporate training for fifteen years. An... Read more...
Lori has lived in San Diego County since 1968 and has extensive knowledge of the road systems in our area. As a former California Highway Patrol Officer, she gives a unique perspective on driving techniques, rules of the road, and defensive driving s... Read more...
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.
