Academy School of Driving

Fantastic experience: Great experience at the Academy School of Driving on Dec 3, 2024. The two gentlemen who did the testing were very professional, polite and just all around nice guys who seem like they genuinely care about providing a good customer experience while offering excellent feedback to drivers. Thanks, guys!

Positive experience: Connor and Cody are super helpful. We received more assistance in a brief conversation than the other company we used for the 1st drive test. Very chill, informative, and supportive, guys. My son decided to use this company for his next text as he felt this team was more honest and made him feel comfortable. *Leaving review prior to drive test, so you know it's an honest review of our experience.

Negative experience: The examiner for the driving license test was very cold and rude. He failed me even though I have driven for more than 14 years of my life. Not a fair result at all. He didn’t seem to be liking his job. Even my friend told me that he looked off. We were both surprised when he failed me ….actually shocked. The next day I set up driving test at American Driving Academy team and passed with flying colors as mind you I have been driving since last 14 years. Because I had to travel out of country for a few years my license was expired for more than a year. Go to american driving academy team instead. It’s literally a minute away from this place. And they make you feel very comfortable and relaxed during the test.

Negative experience: I have never felt more slighted. On top of poor roads and a car that NEEDS realignment (You simply cannot see out of their rearview window), the instructor that I had, honestly, just wasn't friendly. Wasn't sure if it was a bad day, but the service sucked. Afterwards, I was given instruction that contradicts a lot of what I was taught from other driving schools; I want to delve into just one to keep this review brief, with that being stop signs. You WILL be marked if you stop at a stop sign, but creep forward if you cannot see both sides of oncoming traffic. LET ME REPEAT THAT After coming to a complete stop at the correct stopping position, YOU WILL BE MARKED if you need to creep forward until you can see both sides of the road. With how poor the roads near this driving school are, you will find yourself in this position. To keep the brevity of this review, this is just the tip of the iceberg of what you WILL find if you test here. DO NOT test here. I didn't believe the nitpicky reviews at first and just tested here since it was the closet and fastest to me, but I see now that there is a reason they always have slots available. There is a reason this is the lowest rated driving academy compared to their other counterparts. The instructor wouldn't even tell me that I failed, it was only after hearing their "feedback" and then hearing them ask me when I wanted to "schedule the next appointment" did I realize that I did not pass. I had to pry for confirmation. I had to pry for confirmation to an instructor that I paid $75 for. Honestly, if you don't care about basic driving safety, want to waste $75 and want your instructor to be as friendly as a brick, take your test here!

Negative experience: You pay 75$ jus to drive a lemon on some old raggedy roads. They got two lights lit on the dashboard, they charger clearly needs a realignment, and you can see nuttin out the back window. The guys workin there seemed pretty nice, but that don't mean nuttin when your gonna fail because they don't have a car you can actually drive in.

Fantastic experience: Great place would 100% recommend having your kids go to this driving school, my kid did the classes, the lessons and got his license through them will definitely have my other kids go here as well

Negative experience: Total scam. They never actually schedule lessons. You only get to be on a wait list. Refused a refund even though my daughter wasn't able to ever get the lessons we paid for.

Negative experience: This place is a scam. You pay up front, they put you off for weeks because they're "booked". When you finally give up, they refuse a refund because they suddenly have an open calendar. Save your time and your money. This is a scam.

Negative experience: Don't come to this place for a drivers test. It's 100% a scam, you're almost guaranteed to fail on your first time, regardless of how experienced you are, or how well you did. I agree with most everyone else on how this is how they make money, which obviously isn't put into the company or the employees because the building is filthy and the employees look and act like ticking time bombs. Will be going elsewhere for my second test, as I was failed for things I didn't even do. Should've been vigilant about reviews first, but chose this place because of time. You'll save more time AND money if you go somewhere else. Side note, super disappointed on top of everything else because of the childish, disgusting, and unprofessional comments the owner leaves under 1 star reviews. How do you expect to run a business when that's your response? There is obviously a pattern being shown when everyone says they're failing for absolutely no reason, and instead of taking responsibility or trying to solve the problems, customers get insulted. Gross.

Negative experience: This academy is a fraud, they make you take the test 2 and 3 times, for just one criterion, even if you do well in all the others you lose the test, one day they tell you for one thing and the next for another. N Don't take your driving test here, look for a fair academy.

Negative experience: Horrible business. They always fail so that you pay another 75$ to retake the test. Very dishonest people and very rude. Don't waste your money on these scammers!

Negative experience: DO NOT USE THIS PLACE FOR DRIVERS TEST!!!! THEY AUTOMATICALLY FAIL YOU YOUR 1ST TIME AND STEAL YOUR 75$ SO THEY CAN MAKE YOU TEST AGAIN AND GET MORE MONEY!!!!! CLASSIC MOVE WITH THESE TYPES OF PLACES!!!!

Fantastic experience: I went to their school up north and had a very good experience there. I didn’t want to switch so just booked my exam here. I had my exam with Cody. It went chill. I was stressed before the test but felt welcomed and that calmed me down. I do recommend their actual driving school. You’ll pass if you listen to the instructors.

Negative experience: If I could give them negative starts I would! Stay Away! There is a reason why this place's sign looks like a Ransom Note. They will come up with nit picky reasons not to let people pass so that they can make them take the test over and over. I also wonder why the require cash...

Fantastic experience: Very incredible experience. Highly recommend anyone to go here first. Service is impeccable and the professionalism is 10/10. The driving test instructors are some of the best in Colorado springs and are amazing at what they do. Best experience all around.

Negative experience: Si es cierto ,hace que uno repruebe para que buleva a pagar nuevamente y uno con gran sacrificio hace su dinero .

Fantastic experience: Quick, easy service. Super easy to make an appointment online and competitive prices.

Negative experience: Do not take your driving test here. This is a money making scam. They fail drivers on the first exam so you have to pay full exam fee again. Everyone in this office is very rude and unprofessional. The actual office is filthy. The whole experience was terrible. My son went to another company and had no issues. Very disappointed.

Negative experience: They will purposefully fail you on your first test so you pay again for your second test. I took a test here and after I was finished taking it I had to ask if I failed, they didn't even have the common courtesy to tell me up front. I took a separate test at American Driving Academy two days later and immediately passed. There is a reason this location is the lowest rated compared to their competitors in the area, and it is because they will scam you out of your money. Do the smart thing and pick another business.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic spot to take your driving test! They’re even more affordable than the spot next door to the DMV off union. Father and son owned and very sweet and helpful gentlemen! They Help me get my license the day I went into the DMV, which never happens. He added me onto his day, even though he was already full for the day, I can’t Express enough how grateful I am that they did that for me! Thank you again guys, I appreciate you paying it forward and helping me out last minute! I was in and out and was able to get back to the DMV to get my license within a half an hour. Don’t go anywhere else folks!

Negative experience: PLEASE DONT TAKE YOUR TEST HERE. I had Kevin and he was very passive. The second the test ended , he gave me constructive criticism but never told me I failed. I had to ask that. Very rude and dismissive. THEY ARE MONEY HUNGRY.

Positive experience: Honestly, this location wouldn’t get a 4star in my opinion. I believe Cody does too much as a driving instructor. I felt Cody was looking to continue to fail my child for the money. I guess the more he failed he believed his pay rate would go up. However, Matt and Connor changed this negative experience into a positive with is why I gave a 4 star. Sorry Cody took this down a notch. I recommend both locations just request for anyone other than Cody.

Fantastic experience: Becky was really great and helpful instructor will recommend American Driving academy to friends and families

Fantastic experience: Was very quick! The guy who did my test was named Mike I believe, and I was very nervous at first but he made it really comfortable and not super nerve wracking. He told me what I did well and what could use work, and they were very nice. Overall a lot better of an experience than I thought it would be.

Fantastic experience: Quick and painless

Fantastic experience: They did a fantastic job teaching my daughter to drive. There was even a mix up on the scheduling of her driving test and Conner went out of his way to help us out even though that ruined his lunch break. Thank you SO much! They consistently gave my daughter good, helpful feedback during her instruction and I feel she is a much better driver than she would have been without going there.

Fantastic experience: I went in there today to prepare for my driving test and was nervous at first, but the instructor was very nice and easy to work with. A few turns around the block and I passed my driving test!

Negative experience: I have not had a student attend this driving school. However, I was driving in our community and was almost hit by a student driver from this school who was driving with an instructor. I was driving in my own lane when the student started to change into my lane and had I not seen him and avoided his car, he would have hit me. When we stopped at the next light, the driving school student and instructor pulled up in the lane beside me and the instructor made no effort to even wave in apology. I understand that student drivers are learning, but driving instructors are tasked with making sure they are driving safely during their lessons. I called the driving school shortly after the incident to let them know what had happened and hopefully encourage them to ensure their instructors are fully attentive to the student drivers during the lesson and the person that answered the phone took a message and said she would have the owner call me. He never called. The way the school handled this situation was both disappointing and unsafe! They have a responsibility to the community to keep both their students and other drivers in our community safe on the roads.

Fantastic experience: We went just for my teenagers driving test and had a great experience.

Fantastic experience: Scheduling was easy, the test went smooth for my kid, they were responsive to his questions and were kind and professional. I would use them again with the next kid getting their license.

Fantastic experience: Best place ever, come here. Mr. T teaches so well.

Negative experience: Worst driving school in Colorado. Racist instructors fail minorities making them retake the test and pay more for multiple tests while non-minorities pass with ease.

Negative experience: I highly don’t not recommend a waste of 70 dollars for them to just fail you the first time on your test just to get you to go back and pay again it’s just a money grab

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend! I was so nervous to have to take a driving test after 30 years since I took one. The staff is professional, yet relaxed. I was given a chance to ask specific questions before we got in the car. This was a great experience.

Negative experience: DONT GO HERE if your colored they’ll fail you the first time and tell you a week later to come back makes sense to fail someone the first time and not be their the second time to see if they IMPROVED they just go off by looks THEY JUST WANT YALL HARD EARNED MONEY GO SOMEWHERE ELSE PLZZ SAVE U THE TIME no learning just manipulation

Fantastic experience: Awesome, smooth experience! Went from the dmv to this driving school and back to the dmv to get my license in about 20 min. Cody, the nice guy behind the counter got me signed in and in the car quickly and was happy and eager to help whenever I had questions. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I absolutely recommend academy driving school! The test administrator was wonderful and very kind!!

Fantastic experience: Amazing service, scheduled an appointment and was in an out with the driving test completed. Instructor was friendly and made my daughter feel at ease during test.

Fantastic experience: I passed my drivers license test here a long time ago after taking classroom with Mr. T. I still remember a lot of the stuff I was taught.

Negative experience: I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone who is black or of color. He is taking peoples hard earned money for the first test. Then trying to schedule a second test with him to get more of your money. Plus I feel there’s some racism going on there in there. I sat there and watched him fail four Black people and passed all the white folks that was sitting in there. If you have no choice but to use the crooks, make sure you have a dash cam that records both ways.

Fantastic experience: excellent service these guys are the best

Fantastic experience: Awesome service :) everything was professional and safe <3

Fantastic experience: Cody was awesome, super chill and great to talk to. Had a great time driving around with him, I wouldn't mind doing the test again even though I passed. Very professional and gives fair scores and great feedback

Fantastic experience: Chase was amazing!!! I was so nervous going in and he made it comfortable! Test was super easy! Thank you Chase!! Totally recommend this school!!

Negative experience: I have an issue, with the quality of the employment at this DMV... they lied avout someone i know passing his driving test, they said he failed, and I know this because we went to a different dmv thats closer to us, and they said he passed the second time, so why was he told he failed, was forced to pay 70$ each time, and yet when he took the test it was with the same guy , and then the third time we went elsewhere, and they said, he passed the second time after being told he failed.. I hate to say it but i think this was prejudice. If i could put 0 stars I would

Negative experience: complete douch bags

Negative experience: Only one person working and double booked the appointment. Don't recommend this place.

Fantastic experience: The ONLY place to take your kids to take their driving tests! Both of my boys took their driving tests here, and both had positive experiences & passed! The instructors on both occasions (a few years apart) made them feel totally comfortable, so nerves didn't become a negative factor while testing. They are extremely knowledgeable of the current CO laws, and use the test as a teaching opportunity for their clients. They have taken a normally dreaded requirement, and turned it into an incredibly positive, fun, and memorable experience! I'm beyond impressed! I HIGHLY recommend Academy School of Driving to anyone looking for a place for their teens or themselves to take the driving test or courses required to obtain a CO license.

Fantastic experience: Affordable, helpful, patient!!! I would never go anywhere else !!!

Fantastic experience: My daughter took her test here today and I was super impressed with the staff. He was very fair to her and gave her a lot of great tips on how she can improve her driving. I would definitely recommend this location.

Fantastic experience: The staff at Academy School of Driving are very professional and curtious. Cody gave me advice once the driving test was complete. I thank you for your time.

Fantastic experience: Amazing place to take a driving test! They are such kind people. They were able to fit us in last minute and they have a super cute dog to pet while waiting! Would highly recommend to anyone looking to take a driver's test!!!!

Fantastic experience: Love this place, staff kind and encouraging.

Fantastic experience: They were so amazingly sweet and kind especially the lady that sits on the right when you walk in I’d recommend this place to any and everyone

Negative experience: The man that gave my son his driving test is terrible. For one, the kid who came in before him (must have been at least 18 because no parent was him) was brought into the office and yelled at. It didn't sound like there's was any educating him on what he could do better - just yelling and being horrible to the kid. I felt so so bad for him. I was then obviously nervous for my son. When he came back he said my son passed but little did we know my son still missed points. He scored 16 out of 21. It wasn't until after we left and went to DMV that we noticed the score. He never critiqued my son I told him anything that he should work on. I felt this was extremely unprofessional. I called the company to see if they could give us a breakdown on what he did wrong and the lady mentioned she wouldn't have the report until the next day. The next day I called and another lady answered who then informed me they have no way of knowing what the breakdown was. She went on and on about how they don't receive this information and then I mentioned to her that I thought that was odd because the lady I spoke with the day before mentioned she would be able to see the results but I would need a call back the following day. Once I mentioned this to her she then realized she had basically been BS and me and told me the lady I needed to speak with was out of the office and to give her a call back later. I would definitely go with a different company over this company!

Fantastic experience: I took my exam with a man named Cody he was very nice and Friendly. I would highly suggest this place!!!

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend this place, the instructor was respectable and professional and all around a great instructor to test with

Fantastic experience: This place is amazing! I took my drivers test here and it was great! And my instructor was very nice. Highly recommend scheduling your driving needs here.

Fantastic experience: These guys were very professional. I highly recommend going here for any person seeking to take their drive test. You guys were awesome appreciate the help getting back in the road.

Fantastic experience: Cody was an excellent instructor and made me feel calm and relaxed during my test, thanks guys!

Fantastic experience: It was super easy to make an appointment, doesn't cost a lot of money and the staff were nice but professional and let you what's going on step by step. It took maybe 45 minutes out of my day. Thanks guys for a positive experience

Fantastic experience: Great experience! The instructor was super polite and he explained everything throughly, and super patient :) I totally recommend coming here!

Fantastic experience: My daughter took and passed her test!!!! The instructor was kind, patient, and thorough. He also had great parting advice for her driving. I would highly recommend Academy School of Driving for your road test.

Fantastic experience: Wish I could give more than 5 stars. Cody was very professional and friendly. I had a very good experience, I would recommend anyone to go to him. All other driving schools were rude and just seemed like they didn’t care.

Fantastic experience: Really great place. Cody was accommodating and friendly! Made everything as smooth and enjoyable as possible.

Fantastic experience: Great customer service had A amazing experience and passed my driving test

Negative experience: These brainiacs won't accept a valid insurance card even though it states the policy continues until cancelled because it didn't have expiration date on it. Think about it. Anyone could start a policy, cancel it a week later, go in and they WOULD accept that. Even the DMV accepted it. Waste of time going here. Driving Scholl next door will accept a normal proof of insurance.

Fantastic experience: This place is fantastic. They’ve taken great care of all three of my kids, and Matt really puts them at ease during the test. I recommend them to everybody!

Fantastic experience: Easy driving test & nice employees

Fantastic experience: Cody es un chico asombroso, yo que no hablo muy bien el ingles, me entendio y se esforzo por hacerce entender en español, el es super amigable y respetuoso, MUCHAS GRACIAS POR TODAS TUS ATENCIONES. Ademas fui a la otra sucursal para mi examen escrito y tambien las dos muchachas asombrosas y super amigables asi que las dos sucursales altamente recomendables

Fantastic experience: Outstanding service, friendly, very easy driving test! Hoghly recommended!!! A+++++

Fantastic experience: The folks here are polite and professional. Had to take a test for DMV. Walked in without an appointment, did the road test (passed!) and was on my way within 20 minutes. Highly recommend this place and the staff. 5* cheers !

Fantastic experience: This place is great. We called the day before, got right in with very helpful and professional service. We even came in early the next day and they immediately saw us, were very kind, helpful and professional. Highly recommend!

Negative experience: Absolutely horrible, seatbelt in the vehicle was falling apart, instructors and overall customer service is scummy and failed two of my friends when they did way more than enough to pass their drivers test.

Fantastic experience: Connor and Cody were extremely friendly. Very easy to work with. I was in a real bind and they were able to get me in within an hour. In fact I showed up 30 minutes early. And was done and out the door within 30 minutes. Would highly recommend. Will definitely be bringing my kids here.

Fantastic experience: Walked right in and did the drive test.

Fantastic experience: Friendly and hardworking staff. Very informative and patient instructors with great customer service and that value safety over all. Thank you very much for a great experience!

Negative experience: Showed up at 3:35 an had a test scheduled at 3:30 and it was closed

Fantastic experience: Very nice person was very pollite and a good person

Fantastic experience: Very professional, honest and prompt

Fantastic experience: I was in a bind and I needed to take my test the same day and I also have to have interlock ignition system and most places won't serve you also they let me tie up my Dog outside. The list goes on and on they were so good to me ... special thanks to Kaitlin at the Union location and also to my instructor for being so understanding ❤️❤️

Fantastic experience: Staff is amazing! Atmosphere is so much better than the DMV. Best part is they explain in detail what they got wrong and how to fix it. I have brought all of my kids for their tests.

Fantastic experience: Kayla was very helpful and is a great person to test with! Very comfortable and honest.

Negative experience: Horrible customer service. They guy at the front desk is rude and ignorant

Negative experience: Very rude, super poor customer service. Dude at the front makes no eye contact and grunts his responses. Watched his interact with several customers. His attitude was completely rude and dismissive.

Fantastic experience: My daughter take a drive test on Academy driving school and she passed,Carl was so kind and a very gentlemanly mannered,I really recommend this driving school to everyone.see you next time sir Carl for the driving test of my son.

Fantastic experience: The employees were very friendly and helpful. It was a smooth sailing process. I had to wait a little but that was because I didnt make a schedule, I was a walk in so I had to wait to see if they can fit me in to a no show spot. My instructor was the best i cant remember her name but she's the only female there. She was a friend and respectful individual also the process was handled in a very professional manner. I would definitely recommend this place for your driving test.

Negative experience: I came in to take my driving test, and the large Red-headed man and the front desk seemed irritated and flustered. He spoke too fast, was impatient, and came off as rude. A young woman came in before me to take the test, and after she left to start the car, he got up PUT AN AIRPOD IN HIS EAR and then proceeded to give her the driving test! I sincerely hope that young lady passed because she was not tested fairly and what he did was VERY inappropriate and unprofessional!! I did not feel comfortable taking my test here because of his unpleasant and unprofessional behavior, so I walked out. I will take my business elsewhere!

Fantastic experience: I recommend this place to anyone seeking a drivers license. The staff here are so nice, beautiful enviroment, with a comfortable home vibe and such a sweet spirit. Thank you for all you guys do, Blessings!

Fantastic experience: I am so glad I walked into Academy School of Driving today for a road test. I wish I caught the name of the man who helped me, but he was great! He was very courteous and professional the entire time. The test cost the same amount as at other establishments nearby, did not require cash payments, tested me *immediately*, and as I said before they treated me with basic human decency and kindness. Flawless experience.

Fantastic experience: good place,great service, friendly staff and the instructor were super super nice.

Positive experience: Class was informative. The instructor, Keith was instructive in a lighthearted way. If you need a class. This is the one to take.

Fantastic experience: Mr. Kieth was a very awesome teacher. I learned so much about how to drive. And nobody failed the class so there percent of passed student is 100%

Positive experience: They are vary go at teaching

Fantastic experience: This school is so understanding, relaxing, the instructor is nice and friendly. You should not feel nervous coming here.

Fantastic experience: Great refresher. Thanks Bryan.

Fantastic experience: Like any typical person we hate going to the DMV. We plan for it, have to take time from work ,schedual an appointment for it and still be there all day. Well this last Friday Dmv put me thru the ringer all over a drive test. Had to go to this Dmv place to another place to ultimately be there a total of 6 hrs and three Dmvs and still didn't get to test. I was at my wits end, and my saver was just beyond the parking lot.. The Academy Driving School. The satff AMAZING. Front desk lady was the best she could see i had had the toughest day and even with only 20 mins of business time left they still took me and staied 15 mins after hours for me. I will be returning for my kids when the time is right. So I give you guys 10+ stars....Thank you so much for an amazing experiance..So glad i came in. Forget the Dmv come here for faster, kinder and convenient service..

Fantastic experience: Great customer service ! The receptionist was very friendly and helpful. Driver was a little itimidating and had a great poker face. But was very nice and respectful.. "don't let the look fool ya lol". Both staff had great attitudes, very nice and very positive.. thank you so much!! I passed my test and am SOOO EXCITED

Fantastic experience: These people are great! Same day testing, and very friendly. Would recommend over any of the 3 in the location.

Positive experience: Some of the employees are rude, some are excellent. Overall pleasant experience.