
Student 1st Driving School

Information about Student 1st Driving School
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-18h
- tuesday: 9h-18h
- wednesday: 9h-18h
- thursday: 9h-18h
- friday: 9h-18h
- saturday: (closed)
Student 1st Driving School is the best driving school in the San Gabriel Valley! One-one-One driving instruction that will prepare you to be a safe and knowledgeable driver.Students will be ready for their DMV driving test once they are taught by us. Driving Education has never been easier. We drive to your location and pick up student. Assisting both Teens and Adults. Servicing: El Monte, South El Monte, Pasadena, South Pasadena, Arcadia, Whittier, Los Angeles, Pico Rivera, Covina, West Covina, Baldwin Park, La Puente, City of Industry, Azusa, Glendora, Rosemead, Temple City, Downey, Alhambra, Lynwood, South Gate, Rowland Heights, Montebello, Monrovia, Duarte, Hacienda Heights, Bell Gardens, East Los Angeles and more!
Our comment from DrivingSchools.Directory about Student 1st Driving School:
Student 1st Driving School is a highly recommended driving school that has proven to be an exceptional choice for students of all experience levels. Many parents and students have praised the school for its highly professional and patient instructors, particularly Oscar and David, who are known for their friendly demeanor and tailored teaching methods. The positive experiences shared by former students highlight key strengths of the school, including:
- Patient and caring instructors who prioritize student comfort and confidence.
- Punctuality and reliability, ensuring lessons start on time and schedules are accommodated.
- Effective lesson structures that provide clear, detailed instruction on driving maneuvers and road safety.
- A supportive learning environment where students feel at ease asking questions and practicing their skills.
- A high success rate among students passing their driving tests on the first attempt.
While some feedback noted aspects like the necessity for self-practice outside of scheduled lessons, the overall sentiment emphasizes the invaluable foundation this school provides to its students. With an excellent track record and a commitment to student success, Student 1st Driving School is definitely a top choice for anyone looking to become a confident, skilled driver.
Student 1st Driving School: Reviews
Fantastic experience: As a former student taking lessons here, David and Oscar are very patient and gave great advice while I was learning how to drive. The workers were very nice people and I felt that they really cared about my growth as a new driver. Definitely recommend to try it out if you're looking to put your teen in a driving school.
Fantastic experience: We sent both of our teens to Student 1st Driving School. Their instructor David was punctual to every appointments-- and he taught and prepared my kids really well for their driving test. They both took 6 lessons and pass the test on the first try. We highly recommend this school.
Fantastic experience: Both my daughters learned through this school. We've had Oscar and David. Excellent teachers and I absolutely cannot recommend this school enough!!! If you can request David, DO IT!!! He is patient and professional. I'm sure his chill personality also helps teens relax behind the wheel.
Fantastic experience: I had an amazing experience with this driving school from the start, the instructor was incredibly patient and supportive. He created a comfortable learning environment where I felt confident asking questions and practicing my skills. Oscar provided clear, step-by-step guidance, helping me navigate every aspect of driving, from basic maneuvers to complex road situations. Thanks to their excellent teaching, I passed my driver's test on the first try! I highly recommend this school company to anyone looking for a driving school. They truly go above and beyond to ensure their students are safe, skilled, and ready to hit the road.
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend it !!!! Oscar was my driver and very nice patient person . I liked the way he explained everything and I passed my driving test . Thank you Oscar and again I recommend this driving school !!
Fantastic experience: You won't regret taking their courses! Obviously you should do some self-practicing after the lessons, but they really lay down the foundation for you on getting started on driving. Personally, I passed my driving test first try, and although most of my practicing came from driving outside if the lessons, having taken the courses from this driving school really helped me start with proper habits and basic intuition. Highly recommend for people who're getting started with driving!
Fantastic experience: Excellent service passed road test first try. Very helpful and knowledgeable. Instructor was was friendly and customize lessons to my pace and skill. Highly recommend this driving school
Fantastic experience: My first time driving was with them, Oscar explained everything super well. 5 lessons and a month later, I passed my drivers test first try! Goated instructors, they adjust to your needs and wants super well, could not have learned to drive from anyone better!! Highly recommend to anyone with little/no experience driving!
Fantastic experience: I'm generally an extremely anxious person, and David helped calm my worries about driving. He is extremely patient, kind, and personable. He goes extremely in-depth about the driving test itself and helps you get comfortable with the area before hand. I passed first try :) Would recommend to anyone who's looking to get their license.
Fantastic experience: I didn’t think there was hope for my daughter but thankfully they were able to help her. She now has improved tremendously and has so much confidence. Instead of giving me back to back heart attacks, I only have 1-2 definitely bringing my daughter back for more lessons.
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Student 1st Driving School. They are very professional, great with communication and sending out reminders, and they work well with their students. They're very patient and have great customer service! My son passed his drive test on his first try. I'll be back next year so my other son can get his driving lessons with Student 1st Driving School. Thanks again!
Fantastic experience: I cannot give enough thanks to David at S1 Driving School for giving me the confidence I needed to pass my test on the FIRST TRY. I used to be the kind of person who was always SO nervous behind the wheel after a traumatic first lesson with a different company. I signed up for a lesson at S1 after my younger sister had started and praised how comfortable she was despite never driving. I had some of my own experience, and although I didn’t “technically” need lessons (I’m 20 years old so not required to take driving lessons), I felt like some lessons to refine my skills wouldn’t hurt. At the beginning of my lesson, I had told David the story of my first lesson and how it affected my driving and he understood and validated my feelings about driving after that experience, and always made me feel comfortable driving from then on! After that lesson, I booked two more immediately and they even gave me the discount that applies to three lessons. The curriculum is incredibly well thought-out, with various diagrams and resources available to students, making it so easy to prepare for the driving test. I was taught techniques that have significantly improved my driving efficiency and gave me the confidence needed to drive safely. Their customer service is also so helpful and professional. Again, I really couldn’t thank S1 and David enough for the incredible experience with their lessons!
Fantastic experience: 10/10 instructors! Very friendly and I was able to learn so much! Definitely recommend
Fantastic experience: We had the best experiences with this driving school from beginning to end. Oscar reviewed my son’s failed tests and gave us advice even before we paid. Customer service is exceptional. Everyone is very helpful and caring. Oscar and David were very detailed, supportive, and encouraging. The whole team was professional and prompt. My son was very happy. I highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: This School is my first and best experience ever behind the wheel. My classes have been so good that I don't want them to end so I feel more confident every time I take lessons.. Thanks to my teacher David Sanchez...the best of the best...
Fantastic experience: Very caring educator, how's taking care for all the details, knowing how to make you a good driver.
Fantastic experience: Great instructors (David) knowledgeable they will help you get your license.
Fantastic experience: Outstanding! Highly reccommended!! I am a senior driver who had to retake a road test after failing the first time. My instructor at Students 1st, David, was terrific. Knowledgeable. Patient. Professional. Personable. He was always on time to pick me up. He was able to accomodate my schedule for lessons and I was even able to use the Students 1st car for my test. I felt fully prepared for my test and passed it easily. I could not have asked for better preparation or a better experience.
Fantastic experience: I had a fantastic experience with Student 1st Driving School. My instructor David was professional and patient, and made me feel of ease behind the wheel. I learned valuable skills and passed my driving test on the first try. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking to become a confident and skilled driver.
Fantastic experience: Dave is an excellent teacher!!! He helped me a lot to focus on my driving and build my confidence to pass the driving test. I want to thank you for everything!!!! Student 1st Driving school is awesome school!!!
Fantastic experience: It was a great learning experience. I learned everything I need to know for the driving test and what they expect from you. I definitely recommend S1DS to new and returning drivers.
Fantastic experience: Great instructor and helped with my confidence behind the wheel. Finally got my driver's license!
Fantastic experience: Thanks for teacher David!! I passed today He is a really good teacher I want to recommend him!
Fantastic experience: Patient and flexible. My daughter passed her test with ease.
Fantastic experience: Great driving school! Oscar was my instructor and he is an excellent teacher. I felt comfortable driving with him as he is a friendly, patient and thorough instructor. I learned many valuable techniques to improve my driving skills and felt confident with my driving ability after 3 lessons, took the behind-the-wheel drive test today and passed. Thank you so much, Oscar!
Fantastic experience: I developed my driving with new methods and driving techniques that I learned from the instructor thank you so much student 1 st driving school
Fantastic experience: Es una buena opción, bueno en mi caso si lo fue, me ayudaron con mi hija y logro sacar la licencia en la primera visita del DMV se los recomiendo para casos de adolescentes, son confiables y puntuales a la hora de recojerte y creo que vale la Pena se Los recomiendo 100%
Fantastic experience: From the moment I first spoke to them over the phone, everybody was very helpful and nice to me. My classes with Oscar boosted my confidence 100% and I passed my driving test with a nearly perfect score. I highly recommend this driving school to everyone!
Fantastic experience: Great instructors, they really helped me improve my driving
Fantastic experience: Was really nervous to begin driving but from the start Oscar made sure I was comfortable. My confidence with driving easily built as Oscar never made me do anything I wasn't ready for. The communication was very clear when it came to what I was improving on and what I still needed practice on. He didn't mind going over things multiple times and was able to answer any questions I had and was patient. Its an amazing program as you go over many maneuvers and are always safe as the instructor also has a break pedal. There is a drastic change in my driving from the first session to the last.
Fantastic experience: Great place, Oscar was incredibly patient, calm, and understanding. He was very helpful. He made me feel comfortable and it didnt't feel like I couldn't make a mistake, he had no problem acknowledging any mistakes and was able to provide useful tips to help fix the mistakes. He provided very useful scenarios to help understand the rules of the road. Thanks to his instructions and tips I was able to pass my drivers test with a perfect score. Totally recommend!
Fantastic experience: The best driving school, I came here to see if can get my driving skills sharpened i already had some experience but wanted to a teacher to correct any mistakes i have before taking the road test. I had the honor to have Oscar show me the way and it was an awesome experience. He taught me alot and corrected the mistakes i was making in only 2 hours i learned alot and improved my driving, Oscar is a very nice guy and great instructor hands down the best. The car i was practicing on was the Acura sedan was a very nice and smooth ride very gentle car honestly loved it. When i was done Oscar explained after the session that i was ready for the test. Right away i made an appointment and rented out the same Acura Sedan because of how i felt comfortable driving it it helped boost my confidence. Day of the test Oscar picked me up on time and still had some time to practice before the test which was awesome. We revised what we learned to refresh my memory and went over the do’s and donts. Once i was done i passed my test flawlessly even the dmv lady was impressed with my driving. Im thankful that i had Oscar help me out i appreciate it alot. If anyone needs any classes for driving im definitely sending them over here its worth it. Oscar if you are reading this goodluck with Elden Ring brother and thanks again
Fantastic experience: My parents were nervous about me driving with the stranger but he talked to them and gave his card and showed his license. The lessons felt really comfortable and I was able to improve my driving and feel prepared to take the test. My instructor’s name was David.
Fantastic experience: From start to end they were super transparent, flexible, welcoming and helped me work through my goals of becoming a safe driver. As someone who started driving later in life they really made it easy without feeling condescending. The instructor adapted to my learning style and gave me constructive feedback to correct/break certain bad behaviors. I saw significant improvement in my driving. I recommend that you supplement their classes with your own driving when possible to maximize results. Also, my instructor David took the time to diagram scenarios and explain why certain habits are dangerous which helped cement the knowledge. I also appreciated that they picked up and dropped me off at my house since they're local. Also, I appreciated the opportunity to support a local business! Worth the investment.
Fantastic experience: My experience with Student 1st Driving School couldn’t have been better! Both David and Oscar were super helpful, patient, and knowledgeable on driving techniques. I would recommend them to everyone I know.
Fantastic experience: My instructor David was nice and patient. He answered all my questions and made it easy to learn.
Fantastic experience: Only has them for 3 lesson and it was very calming and learned how to fix my mistakes and now I can drive perfectly now!!
Fantastic experience: David was a great tutor . Moved from Europe and with couple hours I passed the driving test with the first try.Call the them for better deals !!! Also the have a 2020 car so get prepared for some nice rides !!
Fantastic experience: Great school with great instructors! Oscar and David are both really good teachers! I just moved to the US and am thus not too familiar with the environment here. The feedback they gave me was extremely helpful to adjust to traffic rules in a new country! Thanks!
Fantastic experience: David was very professional and gave me a lot of good tips for turning with control and looking for hazards. They also made time for my limited schedule, which I sincerely appreciate.
Fantastic experience: I needed help with getting over my fear of getting on the freeway. I decided to get one session and honestly it’s the best money I’ve spent. Oscar was my instructor and he was super helpful and calm. He gave me great feedback while I was driving and also gave me reassurance. I feel more confident driving now.
Fantastic experience: I had a terrific experience with Oscar and Student 1st. Oscar is incredibly helpful and effective at meeting you were you are (even if you're brand new) and tailoring lessons to focus on whatever areas you feel that you need to improve or even learn for the first time. If he feels that you're doing well, he'll modify your lesson plan to include some new things to practice. He's very observant and good at identifying even small mistakes; his feedback is always instant and I found that incredibly helpful, as I could understand what I was doing and how to do better. Similarly, he'll also let you know what you're doing well, which I always found to be a nice confidence boost and an indicator that I was improving. Oscar does a great job at breaking things down in a digestible way that is easy to pick up. I personally remember dramatically improving my turning smoothness in *one* try after he analyzed what I was doing and explaining a simple algorithm for turning; I was almost in disbelief in the immediate improvement I saw. Little tips like braking techniques to smooth out stops, turns, and more are are so helpful to learn early on; eliminating the jerkiness makes you feel so much more in control. Every single lesson was full of moments like these; I could see myself improving in real time and it was such an amazing feeling. Oscar is a truly good instructor and it really shows in his ability to comfortably and effectively guide you along. He's very easy to talk to and ask for specific advice, his honest opinion of how you're doing, or even just to have a casual conversation with. Should you want to, you can even use your final lesson to take your road test, which is what I did. Thanks to Oscar's invaluable teaching, and his honest evaluation that I was ready even when I doubted myself, I took the test and passed. I remember being pretty anxious before my first lesson, but by the end of it all that anxiety was long gone and I felt plenty confident and even looked forward to the next lesson; all thanks to Oscar's fantastic teaching ability and his earnest assurance that I was doing well. If you're considering any driving school, I could not recommend Student 1st more. Oscar really cares about your success and truly prioritizes you in all areas: instruction quality, schedule flexibility, pricing, and friendliness. My experience was invaluable, and I can't thank Oscar enough.
Fantastic experience: Oscar was my driving instructor for my behind the wheel training. On my first lesson, I told him the trouble I had with confidence behind the wheel and the small things I wanted to troubleshoot. My lack of confidence took a toll on my driving and Oscar noticed, so he knew what I needed to fix and helped me to better my technique. For example, my steering was not the best, but he introduced a new steering method that was much more efficient and I quickly became a fan of. He was very patient with me and friendly, not making the lessons boring, or tiresome, I looked forward to going back after the first lesson. As a student, I walked away after my third lesson feeling confident, because not only did I know the correct way to make turns, and approach stop signs, but I knew that because of Oscars help, I myself was seeing improvement already from the start. I want to thank Oscar for the training because I truly learned the importance of safe and proper driving, and I’m not just saying that. This was my family’s second time hiring Oscar and he didn’t disappoint. Student 1st Driving School is at the top of our list, for anyone looking to take lessons, I highly recommend this school.
Fantastic experience: My experience with student first driving was amazing. My driver instructor,Oscar, was such a good teacher. He knew how to be very patient, and knew what techniques were important for the student to know. I would totally recommend this school to anyone who needs it.
Fantastic experience: Student 1st is very professional, encouraging, and punctual. They treat the student with respect. I like the most that they are not giving me a standard class content. They observe how my driving skill was, and customize the teaching to focus on those parts I was not smooth at. They help me feel a lot more confident and relaxed for my driving. My driving instructor is Oscar. I’m very thankful for his heart putting in the teaching.
Fantastic experience: El instructor es muy paciente y te habla de buena onda. Le enseño a mi mama que nunca a podido manejar por miedo. Se los recomiendo a cual sea.
Fantastic experience: This company has been the best to work with , and the instructor (Oscur) is very patient and does his teaching excellent, I'm very satisfied !
Fantastic experience: My 19 year old needed driving lessons so I looked up driving schools and called Student 1st Driving School based on the good reviews they had. Oscar was a great instructor. Very professional, patient and punctual. He was also very flexible to our busy schedule. After only 3 lessons my daughter learned alot and felt very confident driving. Highly recommend them
It was a pleasure to work with such an excellent student -Oscar Diaz
Fantastic experience: We had a great experience with Oscar as a driving instructor. He worked with our 16 year old daughter and was very patient and developed her into a competent driver. She passed her driving test on the first try and with a high score. I would strongly recommend Oscar and Student 1st Driving School to parents and anyone else who is going for their DMV driving test.
Thank you Ted! We are glad to hear about your daughters success!
Fantastic experience: BEST driving instructor
Thank you for the kind words! We appreciate you.
Fantastic experience: When looking for a driving school, I wanted to ensure my son would get a knowledgeable and patient instructor. As most parents, I wanted my child to be safe and confident on the road. Luckily, I came across Student 1st Driving School! Not only did Oscar provide excellent instruction, he was a positive influence on my 18 yr. old son's attitude toward driving. That gave me peace of mind. Now, my 16 yr. old son is now looking forward to his lessons with Student 1st Driving School!
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