Steps to Getting Your License

Use this guide to make sure you are in the right place in your licensing journey.
1

Pass written test at PENNDOT

Before you can take your written test at PENNDOT, you'll need to be 16 years old. Pass your test to receive your Learner's Permit.

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2

Take driving lessons

While optional in Pennsylvania, we highly recommend taking at least one driving lesson with a professional instructor.

3

Log your practice hours

Before you can take your road test, you must log 65 hours of driving practice, including 10 hours at night and five (5) hours of bad weather driving.

4

Take your Road Test & Get your Junior License

After holding your permit for at least 6 months, you can take your road test. Want to skip the line at PENNDOT? Take your test with us!

Driving Lessons in Hatboro

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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Aimee was AMAZING! She was very informative and encouraging during my driving lesson, making my driving test experience very easy!
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I am giving five-star and wonderful teaching! I really enjoyed the driving lessons, and your service was very good.
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I would give her five stars! She's kind and fun to talk to, and she makes a great driving instructor during her driving lessons.
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My driving instructor provided a fantastic experience! He listened well, addressed my concerns, and gave clear, concise instructions during my driving lesson.
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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 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 classroom course is taught by experienced driving instructors who are committed to an engaging classroom experience

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

Our online booking system shows you all available time slots, so you can book packages knowing when we're available

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

Skip the long waits at PennDOT and take your driving test with a Coastline instructor in a Coastline vehicle.

Driving lessons in Hatboro and surrounding areas

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Driving lessons in Hatboro are designed to build a strong foundation of essential skills. Students first get comfortable with vehicle controls on the borough's calm residential streets, which are perfect for mastering fundamental maneuvers like three-point turns and parking. Once these basics are solid, lessons progress to handling the dynamic traffic flow on local main roads, preparing them for a variety of real-world driving situations.

Gaining experience on key routes like PA-263 is a crucial part of the process. Navigating this road teaches students how to manage multi-lane traffic and handle intersections safely. This practical training prepares them for drives to nearby communities such as Warminster or Horsham, building the confidence needed to navigate the wider region with skill and awareness.

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 new drivers with the defensive techniques and situational awareness needed for a lifetime of safe travel. Each lesson is structured to transform instruction into lasting confidence behind the wheel, ensuring students are well-prepared for any journey.

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Safety Lives in Hatboro

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 Hatboro

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.

Paul F.

Paul F.

Paul is committed to teaching safe driving practices to teens and adults, utilizing his experience to help them develop knowledge, skills and habits that make a driver safe and efficient behind the wheel. Read more...

1,000+ Lessons
Craig A.

Craig A.

Being a father of four himself, Craig wants everyone to be able to drive safely for themselves and others. He's also a passionate educator and enjoys helping people accomplish their goals. Read more...

200+ Lessons
Darlene W.

Darlene W.

Darlene’s patient and systematic approach puts her students at ease and increases their ability to learn, despite the nervousness that many young drivers experience. Read more...

200+ Lessons
Pat F.

Pat F.

Pat has 20 years of experience working with students in various capacities, teaching college students for 15 years and coaching a High School baseball team for 5 years. Pat enjoys playing baseball and competes in National Tournaments. Pat loves time ... Read more...

200+ Lessons
Mark M.

Mark M.

Mark has been driving all sizes and many configurations of vehicles for over 45 years. From pumping gas to inventory control, equipment sales, regional manager, business owner and now reinvigorated as Driver training instructor and Drivers License ex... Read more...

2,000+ Lessons

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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