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Private lessonPersonalized Driving LessonPersonalized practice at your own pace.2 hours$160Taxes includedView details
We tailor each lesson to your needs, whether you’re learning from scratch or brushing up. Our instructors adjust their approach to fit your pace, comfort, and learning style.
What’s included
- One-on-one training with a DMV-licensed instructor
- Modern, insured, & new vehicles
- Personalized sessions to master basic skills & road awareness
- Defensive driving, lane changing, & parking techniques
- Safe highway navigation
- Freeway entering & exiting
- Safe reversing
- Convenient pick-up & drop-off
Lesson package6-Hour Behind-the-Wheel Program (Teens & Adults)A structured plan across three lessons.Three 2-hour lessons$450Taxes includedView details
Structured 6-hour lesson plan designed for both teens and adults
What’s included
- DL400D 6-hour completion certificate for teen drivers (after all hours are completed)
- Structured 6-hour lesson plan designed for both teens and adults
- Core defensive driving practice on city streets & freeways
- Parking, turning, & complex intersection training
- Customized mock test routes based on your local DMV
- Confidence-building coaching for nervous first-time and returning adult drivers
- Flexible scheduling, pick-up, & drop-off across Santa Clara & San Jose
Save $30 compared with three $160 lessons. Choose your first lesson now; book the next two in My Lessons.
For teen drivers: the DL400D certificate is issued after all six training hours are completed.
View available lessonsTest-day supportRoad Test Vehicle Rental & AssistanceA vehicle and instructor support for your exam.3 hours, including the exam$220Taxes includedView details
Our support doesn’t end with driving lessons. On the test day, we can provide you with test-ready vehicles along with mock tests, a 1-hour practice session, and expert assistance from DMV-licensed instructors.
What’s included
- Use of Silicon Valley Driving School's modern fleet for DMV tests
- DMV-licensed instructor support on test day
- 1-hour practice session before the test
- Mock test practice
- Flexible scheduling, pick-up, & drop-off
One-hour practice before the exam. The three-hour service window includes the test.
View available lessonsFocused practiceFreeway Driving Confidence CourseBuild confidence with merging and lane changes.2 hours$180Taxes includedView details
It is specifically designed for merges, lane changes, speed management, exits, and building confidence at higher speeds.
What’s included
- Training with a DMV-licensed instructor
- Safe freeway entry & exit techniques
- Traffic merging & lane changing
- Master high-traffic conditions
- Speed control & distance management
- Freeway navigation & route planning
- Flexible scheduling, pick-up, & drop-off
DMV preparationDMV Test Preparation LessonFocused practice before your driving test.2 hours$160Taxes includedView details
Our DMV test preparation lessons are comprehensive and tailored to your driving skills and experience. We will help you prepare for your test with practical lessons designed to instill skills, confidence, & awareness.
What’s included
- Focused practice on common test scenarios & maneuvers
- DMV-licensed instructor coaching & feedback
- Strategic feedback for skill improvement
- Mock exams on specific DMV-style routes
- Parallel parking, hill parking & backing
- Intersection safety & right-of-way judgment
- Flexible scheduling, pick-up, & drop-off
Local road rulesInternational Driver Relocation CourseGet familiar with local laws and U.S. road rules.2 hours$160Taxes includedView details
Learn local driving laws & U.S. road rules with a DMV-licensed instructor
What’s included
- Learn local driving laws & U.S. road rules with a DMV-licensed instructor
- Skill-building for safe & confident driving in the Bay Area
- Practice on real Santa Clara & San Jose routes
- Defensive driving techniques for urban & freeway traffic
- Guidance on parking, intersections & right-of-way
- Flexible scheduling, pick-up, & drop-off
Why Choose Silicon Valley Driving School?
Every part of the experience is designed to feel professional, supportive, and easy from the first booking to the day of the driving test.
Personalized Lessons
We tailor each lesson to your needs, whether you’re learning from scratch or brushing up. Our instructors adjust their approach to fit your pace, comfort, and learning style.
Modern Dual-Control Cars
Students learn in modern dual-control vehicles with DMV-licensed instructors who prioritize calm communication, road awareness, and strong driving habits.
Flexible Scheduling
You can book your lesson online 24/7 to fit around your school, work, or family commitments, making it easy to learn at your pace.
Silicon Valley
& the Peninsula.
Our Santa Clara location proudly serves Silicon Valley with flexible, personalized driving lessons.
Contact Our OfficeProudly serving Silicon Valley and nearby Peninsula communities.
South Bay
- Santa Clara
- San Jose
- Los Gatos
- Cupertino
- Sunnyvale
- Milpitas
- Campbell
- Mountain View
Peninsula & Nearby Areas
- Palo Alto
- Los Altos
- Los Altos Hills
- Menlo Park
- Stanford
- Atherton
- Woodside
We’ll pick you up and drop you off at your home, school, or workplace for your convenience.
A few helpful
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Frequently asked questions about your lesson, preparation and account.
Still have a question?Ask our teamPricingWhat does the price cover?
The driving lesson or test-day service described above, and pickup and drop-off within the service area. Taxes are included. The six-hour program is $450 for three two-hour lessons.
Young driversWhat information is needed for a student under 18?
Enter the student’s name and contact details, along with the parent or guardian information requested in the booking form.
Your packageHow do I book my remaining lessons?
Book your first lesson when you purchase the six-hour program. Then sign in to My Lessons to schedule your remaining two lessons from your package.
Six-hour programWhen is the six-hour certificate issued?
For eligible teen drivers, the DL400D completion certificate is issued after all six hours of training are completed.
Test preparationIs test preparation the same as the test-day service?
Test preparation is a separate two-hour practice lesson. The test-day service includes an SVDS vehicle for the exam, one hour of practice before it, and instructor support within a three-hour service window including the exam.
Getting readyWhat should I bring?
Bring the learner’s permit or driver’s license required for your lesson. Check with the office before booking if you need help with eligibility or preparation.
Your accountWhere will I find my booking and payment details?
Review your appointment, pickup address and payment status after booking. My Lessons keeps your scheduled lessons together, including the next sessions in a package.
Need help choosing the right lesson?
Our team will be happy to help you choose a lesson and answer questions about scheduling, availability, or test preparation.