Steps to Getting Your License
Drivers Ed is the first step. Here are all the steps to getting your license.
Drivers Ed Classroom Course
You are hereTeens must complete an in-person classroom course first.
Pass Written Test
Once enrolled in a driver's ed classroom course, submit the required paperwork and receive your permit application. You can then take your written test to earn your permit.
Take Driving Lessons
We offer packages covering the state-required 8 hours of private instruction.
Pass your Road Test
After taking your lessons, practicing for 50 hours with your parents, and holding a permit for 9+ months, pass your driving test at the SOS office to earn your license. Want to skip the lines at SOS? Book your road test with us!
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FIVE-O Driving School joins Coastline Academy
Complete driver education and training from the nation's largest driving school.
In-person at our Arlington Heights classroom
30 hours of engaging classroom instruction
For teens 15-17 years of age
Receive your permit application as early as the first day of class
Drive with your parents upon receiving your permit!
Behind the wheel availability guaranteed
Enrolling Classroom Sessions
You can choose the session you wish to attend during signup
Open Classes
Closed Classes
Frequently Asked Questions
We're here to help! See the questions below or reach out to us at any time.
How long does it take to complete our entire Teen Program?
The 30 hours of classroom instruction is typically finished over the period of 4 weeks. You can start booking lessons as soon as you have your permit. You have 1 year from your purchase to finish the program. By booking a few lessons a month and practicing in between time with your parents or guardian, you should be completed well within the 1 year of allotted time.
How old do I have to be to enroll?
You must be at least 15 years of age by the final date of classroom instruction.
When can I get my instruction permit?
15 year olds will be granted their permit application on the first day of class, provided all contracts are signed on the website and we have a copy of their report cards on file.
When can I start driving on the street?
Teens with a permit can drive with parents and start scheduling lessons immediately.
How long do I have to complete your entire driver's education program
Teens must complete all Coastline classes & driving lessons within 1 year from the day they begin classroom.
How many classes can I miss?
It is a State of Illinois Regulation that driver's education students may only miss 4 classes, anymore and they're required to start the program over again from lesson one. Even if the student makes up the classes immediately, they may still only miss FOUR. This includes attending a different class on the same day. There is no additional charge for our program if you are required to start over.
How do I make up classes?
There are no appointments necessary. The classes are timed based therefore students may attend any class currently in session. Make sure to print and sign your name legibly on the attendance sheet to get credit for the make up class.
Where can I find a class and policy checklist?
Scroll down on this page for the Checklist!
Where is the classroom and office located?
We are at 401 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Things to Know
To meet IL state requirements for drivers ed, you can miss and make up no more than 4 sessions, otherwise you must retake the course
You will receive a permit application when we have all of your required documentation and copies of 2 report cards showing 8 passing grades
Please get your permit within the first 30 days of class
Driving lessons are one hour in length
You have 1 year to complete our program starting from your purchase date
When you have completed your classroom instruction & BTW we will email you a Certificate of Completion and notify the Secretary of State's office
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Helpful Links
- Classroom Course Materials
- Drivers Education Course Completion Check
- Free Permit Practice Tests
- Illinois Rules of the Road
- 50 Hours Practice Driving Log Under 18 Applicant
- Graduated License Rules
- Instruction Permit Requirements
- Parent Teen Driving Guide
- Acceptable Identification
- Illinois Permit Allowed by State
- Parental Teen Drivers License Access
- Center for Disease Control Teen Driver Parental Advice
- Parent Teen Written Driving Agreement
- Drivers Education Approval Form for the High School
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