1st Rate NWA Driver’s Education

Fantastic experience: Geri is just amazing! Driving session with her is informative and fun. She’ll pick you up at your home and drop you off after the session, which is very convenient for newcomers like me. Driving sessions are spread to a bit over 1 month and I passed the skill test at the first try. Will definitely recommend to all my friends!

Fantastic experience: This was a fantastic experience and some of the best money I've ever spent. They'll come to your house to pick you up, which is incredibly convenient. Geri is a fantastic teacher that gave my daughter the gift of increased confidence after each lesson. I like that my daughter was able to experience observing other new drivers being taught. In my life, I've learned that perspective is what's missing from all of us. I think only ever being taught by your parents, who may be terrified or over-judgemental of you no matter how good you are, can be fairly limiting. It's great for a student to be able to see a range of skill levels and to have a non-family member experienced instructor giving their advice and opinions. So yes, they're great. Pick these folks. It's a good value.

Fantastic experience: Geri is just AMAZING .She is very patient and kind person i ever met .No exaggeration.For beginners she is the best you can get.

Fantastic experience: Geri is an outstanding driving instructor! Patient, professional, and incredibly supportive. She made learning to drive a breeze and helped me pass my test on the first try. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Geri is AMAZING!!! I cannot recommend her enough and she is extremely patient and kind. She is an amazing teacher and is very flexible with your schedule. 11/10 would recommend 1st Rate NWA Driver's Education.

Fantastic experience: Great experience! Everyone was considerate and kind.

Fantastic experience: Geri is the best instructor ever! I can't thank her enough. She helps me to become a safe and confident driver on the road. She's very knowledgeable,patience,calm,very sweet lady. Very flexible! I can not recommend her enough! The Best Instructor in NWA!

Fantastic experience: Scott is very friendly and he is flexible with the timings.and I got my license on my first attempt.they will not train only for your license but they will make you to be ready and be a good driver when you finished their classes.i highly recommend this one for everyone to get their license on their first attempt and want to ride your own car with full self confidence

Fantastic experience: We absolutely loved working with Geri! She is very kind and easy going and is a great instructor. She came to the house each week for pick up and drop off which was super nice and convenient. We highly recommend you give her a call!

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience. They guided me through the process and helped to get my license. Scott is a really good instructor. Definitely recommend joining them.

Fantastic experience: I had Geri as my instructor for all my lessons and she was AMAZING! I would definitely recommend using them if you you’re looking for a driving school in the area. The lessons where super helpful and I was able to pass my test on the first try:)

Fantastic experience: Amazing experience overall! Scott is a great driving instructor and helped me learn extremely fast! 10/10 would highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Scott was really nice to work with. He's easy to talk to, he made my son feel comfortable, and has a flexible schedule. Most of all, he helped my son prepare to be on the road safely. Thanks!!

Fantastic experience: The collaborative experience between the husband and wife team is above and beyond. Their expertise with young driver development is phenomenal. My son felt so comfortable and learned so much with this team that we could have not asked for anything above and beyond. Thank you for your educational experience, our son received his license on the first Arkansas road test. Well done!! the best in Arkansas. The Jameson Family

Fantastic experience: The driving instructor was personable and my child learned a lot. It was a relief to have help teaching, especially on the busier town roads that I don't drive enough to have solidly in my memory. I really appreciate it that I could get just the driving lessons, as the written portion might have risked my child mixing Missouri and Arkansas laws together.

Fantastic experience: So grateful to find them. Their instruction made a world of difference for my daughter. She would not leave a parking lot for me, and hiring 1st Rate to guide her was exactly what she needed to work her through her fear of driving. They were patient and kind and met her where she was and pushed her when she needed it. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Geri and Scott are amazing teachers. They listened to my requests and took me driving to places where I would most often go. They are also extremely patient, kind and professional. Don't even think, join their classes already!

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend 1st Rate NWA Driver's Education! Geri was an excellent instructor. She prepared my son well, not just to pass the driving test but to be a safe, skilled driver. My son learned a lot and the lessons improved his confidence as a new driver. They were very accommodating to our schedule too. Geri is the best!!

Fantastic experience: Just wanted to express our appreciation and gratitude to the staff at 1st Rate NWA Driver's Education, especially Scott, he is the instructor that guided our son on how to become a better driver! He has an expert's advice on the do's and don'ts of the road and he did it with patience, politeness, and flexibility when it came to the schedule. Our son is a better and more responsible driver, thanks to Scott. We highly recommend 1st Rate NWA Driver's Education to everyone! Its one of the best investment we've made towards ensuring our son's safety on the road. Many thanks from the Bakers Josh, Natalia, and Tommy

Fantastic experience: I can't say enough great things about this driving academy. I highly recommend for anyone with a teen getting ready to drive. The fact that they will pick your child up at school and bring them home after each lesson is something no one else offers and a huge convenience for working families.

Fantastic experience: Scott was seriously the best! There is no where in fort smith that offers driving lessons and so I reached out to Scott in NWA who was able to work around our schedule and tailor lessons to my son’s needs. I’m so impressed by everything he did. He even added extra elements to the driving experience that I would have never thought about but helped give my son the practice and experience he needed. After our lessons, my son who failed the test twice (beforehand) was able to pass with flying colors and even the DMV employees commented about how much better a driver my son had become. Scott has helped give me peace of mind knowing my son now has the skills to drive safely in such a dangerous environment. Thank you!

Fantastic experience: Scott and Geri are the best Driving Instructors you can learn driving from. They instill confidence in you and are very flexible in their approach. Highly recommended !!!!

Fantastic experience: 1st Rate NWA driving academy is the best.I would highly recommend the beginner drivers. Geri was very understanding, friendly and very patient and clam while correcting the mistakes.Geri picked me up from my house and dropped at my door which was amazing. She also helped me to get the drivers licence from DMV. Overall I had a very great experience with this Academy.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend 1st Rate for all new drivers in NWA. Ms. Geri and Mr. Scott are amazing! They were super accommodating with my schedule and gave me the confidence I needed to ace my driver's exam.

Fantastic experience: This driving school is The Best!!! A reasonable price plus flexible hours! Our granddaughter passed her test with flying colors - if your student takes this course it will assure them to pass the first time! Also, they come to pick you up at your own house which gets them familiar with the roads they will be driving. I can’t say enough positive comments for this driving school!

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend 1st Rate NWA Driving Academy. Scott and Geri were very easy to work with and very accommodating to our schedules. They did an excellent job preparing my new driver for a variety of different situations behind the wheel. They made sure she was prepared to take her driving test and also gave her the confidence and knowledge she needs to be a safe driver.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend first rate driving academy. Scott and Geri were very friendly. They made learning driving so easy and stress free for me. They pick you up from your home which was so convinient. I passed my skill test on first try. They are best!!

Fantastic experience: Great family ran business!! 1st Rate NWA Driving Academy went above and beyond for my son and his driving courses. They took the time to make sure my son was ready for his tests. My son felt comfortable and most importantly learned the ways of the road. I recommend 1st Rate 100% to anyone looking for a great driving school. You will not be disappointed!!!

Fantastic experience: Scott was a great instructor. My son was more than prepared to pass his driver's test. He and Geri are great communicators. We appreciate their professionalism.

Fantastic experience: Very friendly trainer !! Geri was very friendly. We took 12 hours lass. Last class, She took my wife to exam and got cleared the drive test. Also helped to get license from DMV on the same day. Geri was teaching all driving techniques with simple and easier manner. Thanks a lot for helping us !!!

Fantastic experience: I never thought I would get my license this easy. Geri made me feel confident in no time and I got my license in less than a month. I highly recommend this Academy.

Fantastic experience: My son took this class and we are very pleased with it. The material was thorough and prepared him well for the test. He passed on the first try! Also, the customer service is top notch!

Fantastic experience: I really enjoyed 1st Rate NWA Driving Academy. Geri and Scott are a married couple who operate this driving academy, I had the pleasure of being trained by them both. They are both very professional and also genuinely good people. I took their driving only package which was $400 dollars which is very inexpensive compared to other academies. They also have the option of either driving to them or they will pick you up from your house. They picked me up from my house and had me driving in my home town which I really enjoyed because even though they weren't from there they still knew the streets and were able to guide me. Also even though I didn't take their written course they still sent a letter to my insurance to try and help me get my insurance cheaper. Overall really enjoyed this academy.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend 1st Rate NWA Driving Academy!! They did a fantastic job working with my son! He gained so much confidence after driving with them and he successfully passed his drivers skills test on the 1st try! Thanks again Scott & Geri!! I will be sending my other teens your way soon! :)

Fantastic experience: Our first experience with Scott was, as their name indicates, First rate! Our sons first lesson had the convenience of front door pick-up and our next for school pick up...how awesome!! My son had zero motivation to drive but after his lesson was eager to drive more! Scott was encouraging, easy-going and relatable and my son responded very well to him. Exhausted trying to get your teen to drive?? 1st Rate NWA is worth every $.

Fantastic experience: Scott did a great job with our teen driver. She gained a ton of confidence on the road and easily passed the drivers road test after completing the course. She is now an official licensed driver. Thanks Scott & Geri! Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Great instructors. I took the behind the wheel class, they understood what I was doing wrong and emphasized more on that, I was able to pass my skill test the very first time, appreciate the quick follow up via emails as well.