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 Madera Acres

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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My driving instructor gave great advice and helped me feel comfortable during my driving lesson. He explained driving concepts easily.
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I really appreciated how supportive and calming my driving instructor was during her driving lesson. She helped me feel confident, and I would totally recommend her!
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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 Madera Acres and surrounding areas

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Driving lessons in Madera Acres provide an ideal setting for new drivers to get comfortable behind the wheel. The community's residential streets and relatively light traffic create a low-pressure atmosphere perfect for mastering core skills. Here, you can focus on the fundamentals, from smooth acceleration and braking to navigating intersections and obeying road signs, all while building a strong base of confidence before tackling more challenging environments.

As you build proficiency, your lessons can expand to include practice on busier roads like CA-99, teaching you how to safely merge, manage higher speeds, and navigate with freeway traffic. Driving to nearby Madera or Chowchilla introduces different traffic patterns and urban conditions, ensuring you are well-prepared for the variety of roads you will encounter throughout Madera 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 ultimate goal is to empower you with the defensive driving skills and practical knowledge needed for a lifetime of safe travel. We are committed to helping you become not just a licensed driver, but a confident and responsible one.

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Safety Lives in Madera Acres

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

Marked cars with a second brake

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 Madera Acres

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.

Brian N.

Brian N.

Brian has 20 years of professional driving experience. He wants to pass those experiences and skills down to new drivers and adults that need a refresher course to make them safer. Read more...

Instructor Trainer
2,000+ Lessons
Matthew N.

Matthew N.

Matthew is an experienced driving instructor who prioritizes punctuality and preparation. Matthew ensures all his students come away from their lessons with an accurate understanding of the skills required to navigate the road in the safest manner. ... Read more...

Instructor Trainer
1,000+ Lessons
Douglas J.

Douglas J.

Doug has over 40 years of driving experience. He is a graduate of CSU Fresno. He has driven as a law enforcement officer and as a school bus driver for a local school district. With his past driving experience, he feels that learning to drive safe... Read more...

100+ Lessons
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Jeff G.

Jeff G.

Jeff has been in the transportation business for over 30 years and is a current motorcycle safety instructor. Read more...

100+ Lessons
Shannon C.

Shannon C.

Shannon has 5 years of training experience. He believes we should all be safe, kind, and courteous drivers. Read more...

100+ Lessons
Jennifer N.

Jennifer N.

Jen loves to drive and has held a class A license for many years. From cars to tractors, there is nothing she can't drive. Read more...

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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