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 BMV, you must be enrolled in a state-approved Drivers Ed course. We highly recommend you complete this course before taking your written test.

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2

Register for Driving Lessons

The second requirement before taking your written test is to register for driving lessons. Once registered, you will receive your CDE (certificate).

3

Pass Written Test at BMV

Registered for Drivers Ed and Driving Lessons, and have your CDE? Time to take your written test at the BMV!

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 BMV and pass your test to receive your license or skip the lines and take your road test with us.

For more licensing details, visit our help article.

Driving Lessons in Danville

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 100,000 5-Star Reviews

Iris was very encouraging and helpful in building up my driving skills during my driving lesson.
Josh H.
My driving instructor is professional and amazing! I would give him more than 5 stars if I could. Highly recommended.
Imen A.
My driving instructor gave clear instructions, kept me calm, answered all my questions, and provided great advice during my driving lesson!
Mallory L.
Brandon was a great driving instructor! I'd give him 5 stars. He is patient and honest, and genuinely wants the best for his students.
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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 instructor is certified and licensed by the BMV and has completed an intensive training course

Online booking, secure payments and digital lesson reports—we leverage the latest tech to provide an 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—every lesson is customized to your precise needs

We teach you the skills you need to be a great driver, and also prepare you for your road test, so you can test with confidence

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.

Driving lessons in Danville and surrounding areas

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Driving lessons in Danville provide a fantastic environment for new drivers, set within the welcoming community of Hendricks County. As the county seat, the town offers a perfect blend of quiet residential streets for mastering basic maneuvers and more active downtown areas for practicing traffic navigation. This setting allows students to build their confidence step by step, starting in low-stress environments before progressing to more complex challenges.

As skills develop, learners are introduced to key local arteries like US-36, providing critical experience with higher traffic volumes and signalized intersections. Practice sessions can include routes toward bustling nearby communities such as Avon and Plainfield, which helps students adapt to different road layouts and traffic patterns. This exposure ensures they are well-prepared for the diverse driving situations they will encounter throughout the region.

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 instructors are committed to fostering safe, defensive driving habits that last a lifetime. The goal is not just to pass a test, but to create skilled, aware, and confident drivers who can safely navigate the roads of their community and beyond.

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Safety Lives in Danville

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 Danville

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.

Darren B.

Darren B.

Darren is a retired ups driver although with thirty two years driving experience and all types of weather conditions and scenario Read more...

Instructor Trainer
200+ Lessons
Michael J.

Michael J.

Michael is a Patient and experienced driving instructor with a proven track record of success in teaching individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Skilled in creating a calm and conducive learning environment while imparting comprehensive knowledge o... Read more...

200+ Lessons
Lillie K.

Lillie K.

Lillie has experience working as a letter carrier for the Postal Service. She is very passionate about safe driving, and can't wait to help teach these skills to new drivers. Read more...

200+ Lessons
Melissa K.

Melissa K.

With over 30 years of driving experience and 19 years working with special needs students, I bring patience, clear communication, and real-world knowledge to every lesson. I’ve driven for Amazon Flex and the Railroad, safely transporting people throu... 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.

How Can We Help?

Our customer service team is available from 7am to 8pm Pacific Time, 7 days a week.

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Text us at (800) 489-1896.

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Call us at (800) 489-1896