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 Vacaville

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 Vacaville and surrounding areas

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Driving lessons in Vacaville provide an excellent opportunity to learn in a diverse setting. Nestled in northern Solano County, the city is situated in the rolling hills between the Sacramento Valley and the Bay Area. This location offers a valuable mix of quiet suburban streets and rural roads, creating a perfect training ground for new drivers to build foundational skills. Mastering the local area is the first step toward confident, independent driving.

As skills develop, lessons progress to busier thoroughfares and major freeways like I-80 and I-505. This experience is crucial for understanding how to merge, change lanes, and navigate higher speeds safely. Practice drives toward nearby cities like Fairfield and Dixon expose learners to different traffic patterns and intersection types, preparing them for the varied conditions they will encounter on the road.

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 empower students with the confidence and competence needed to handle local roads and any future driving challenge. We focus on developing safe, responsible habits that last a lifetime, ensuring every new driver is well-prepared.

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Safety Lives in Vacaville

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 Vacaville

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.

Racquel S.

Racquel S.

Martinez native, Racquel is a compassionate instructor who’s goal is to instill students with the confidence and skill sets needed to be a safety oriented driver. Read more...

2,000+ Lessons
Hal I.

Hal I.

Hal is ready to share his many years of experience as a safe, defensive school bus driver with his Coastline Academy students. Hal has been fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Read more...

Instructor Trainer
Instructor Trainer
2,000+ Lessons
Jim D.

Jim D.

Welcome students! Jim loves public service and loves to be engaging. He loves working with everyone and is the epitome of a people- person. Jim will help you gain self-confidence and the skills needed for a fun, safe driving career. Read more...

Instructor Trainer
2,000+ Lessons
Olga H.

Olga H.

If you are excited and a bit nervous to learn something new like driving, meet Olga. She brings a passion and enjoyment for teaching to Coastline. She started as an academic tutor in school, helping her peers with Spanish, history and music. She can ... Read more...

Speaks Spanish
1,000+ Lessons
Junelle P.

Junelle P.

Junelle grew up between Fairfield and Vallejo, and knows the local roads very well. He has been driving for about 10 years, and has 7 years of professional road experience. Read more...

500+ Lessons
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Jason C.

Jason C.

No matter if you plan on just short trips across town, long ones across the state, or even drives as long as from California to Oklahoma, let Jason's compassionate nature and passion for safe driving be your guide. Please also note that I am fully CO... Read more...

500+ Lessons
Mike R.

Mike R.

Meet Mike, your dedicated driving instructor, born and raised amidst the stunning landscapes of the San Francisco Bay Area. With over a decade of experience teaching college courses at the university level and two decades spent honing expertise as a ... Read more...

Instructor Trainer
800+ Lessons
Jerry B.

Jerry B.

Jerry is a longtime coach, trainer and mentor. He is ready to share his safe driving skills with patience and humor, to make this a positive experience for all. Read more...

Instructor Trainer
500+ Lessons
Deshea H.

Deshea H.

Deshea has been driving for over 10 years. He’s had multiple driving jobs as well. Being both cautious and patient, Deshea has been a safe driver and managed to avoid most crashes and fender benders. He pursuing a career in psychology to be a become ... Read more...

200+ Lessons
Anthony W.

Anthony W.

Anthony is a driving instructor with experience, qualifications, teaching style, and passion for helping students become confident and safe while on the road. When he's not teaching you can find Anthony on long road trips and exploring new places. Read more...

Julio C.

Julio C.

Julio is a very patient and attentive driving instructor with 20+ years experience driving behind the wheel. Julio is also a training coordinator and instructor for industrial equipment such as forklift and other warehouse machinery. He enjoys watchi... Read more...

Clennel P.

Clennel P.

Clennel Perry prides himself on being a defensive driver. Over the years the roads, they have become very congested, and it is imperative to have those skills as well, along with offensive skills. Read more...

Diana P.

Diana P.

Diana Penman is a military veteran with over 30 year’s driving experience. She believes that a little humor can make learning more enjoyable. 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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