Defensive Driving School and Driver License Testing Center
Information about Defensive Driving School and Driver License Testing Center
98110, Bainbridge Island
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-17h
- tuesday: 9h-17h
- wednesday: 9h-17h
- thursday: 9h-17h
- friday: 9h-17h
- saturday: 9h-13h
Locally owned and operated, offering Zoom based Teen Driver Courses, Adult private lessons and State Driver License Exams.
Not all driving schools are the same and we strive to provide the very best.
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Defensive Driving School and Driver License Testing Center: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Jason was the goat, easy going and very clear explanations, best instructor I had.
Fantastic experience: Helped me get license and motivated me to be a safe driver!
Fantastic experience: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely amazing experience! David was 100% professional and made me feel calm and confident right from the start. His clear instructions and kind, respectful approach immediately took away my stress. I felt relaxed and happy to drive. He is a true gentleman who genuinely cares about every step you take. Thank you, David — you are truly extraordinary! And thank you to the Bainbridge Island Defensive Driving School for giving me the chance to meet such a dedicated instructor. Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for your kind words and glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with David. He truly is a dedicated and compassionate instructor, and we're proud to have him on our team. It's wonderful to know that his professionalism and calming presence helped you feel confident and relaxed behind the wheel. We’re also grateful you chose Bainbridge Island Defensive Driving School — it’s our mission to support each student every step of the way. Wishing you all the best on the road ahead!
Fantastic experience: David Hudson is the goat
Thank you for the awesome review! We couldn't agree more—David Hudson truly is the GOAT! We're glad to hear you had such a positive experience, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Appreciate your support!
Fantastic experience: super great school
Thank you for the great feedback! We’re so glad you had a positive experience with us. Thanks for choosing our driving school!
Positive experience: The education is good but I had to wait 2 months for any of my drives because all the slots were full.
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you found the education valuable. We do want to mention that students have 4 months from the start of their class to complete the course, so there’s flexibility in scheduling. Summer is our busiest season, with many teens taking classes while school is out, which can sometimes cause delays in availability for driving slots. We appreciate your patience and are always working to ensure everyone has a smooth experience. Thanks again for choosing us!
Fantastic experience: David Hudson is the best instructor!
Thank you for the shoutout! We couldn’t agree more - David Hudson is truly one of the best! We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words!
Fantastic experience: The instructor is a hella chill guy, absolutely love the dude. He was absolutely fair and understandable. And as for the location, its very easy to find considering all the signs leading there. Passed both written and driving test first try
Love to hear it! We’re so glad you’re experience was smooth and that you connected well with your instructor - he really is a chill and supportive guy. Congrats on passing both tests on your first try, that that’s a huge win! Thanks for the great feedback, and safe driving ahead!
Fantastic experience: great school
Thank you! We’re glad you had a great experience with us. Wishing you all the best on the road ahead!
Fantastic experience: Amazing experience and schooling, very informative and helpful when I didn’t understand anything, also made sure to remind me to get my 50 hours in every time I did a ride.
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had an amazing experience and found the lessons helpful and informative! Big props to you for staying on top of those 50 hours - glad we could support you every step of the way!
Fantastic experience: Had a great time - My drive instructor David Hudson was really good and helped me become a better driver.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad to hear you had a great time and that David Hudson was able to help you become a better driver. He’s truly dedicated to his students’ success, and we’re happy to know it made a difference for you. Wishing you safe and confident driving ahead!
Negative experience: Super disappointed. Got counted off for things I am 100% sure I did correctly. I didn't even try arguing it. Don't go here if you want to pass. I got an angry old guy who was late in the first place when I was 15 minutes early, said he told me to turn left when he clearly told me to turn right, said I touched a curb when I wasn't even close, and said I didn't fully stop when I stopped to SPECIFICALLY ask him if he wanted me to keep going or not (we were FULLY stopped). If you are looking for someone who wants you to fail, sign up here. If not, look elsewhere. If you get Dave, walk away right then or ask for someone else. Unprofessional and inaccurate. HOWEVER he did try to sell me on their course at the end after he failed me (by 2 points--if any of his 3 lies worth 4 points each weren't counted, I would have passed easily), so I have to assume this is their business model. Fake positive reviews and all. I'll update again when I pass easily the first time at the other school. -EDIT- Response to owner: I have tried calling several times with no answer. Of course I want to review the video. If it shows everything, you'll see that I'm correct. I'm expecting to hear from you.
I’m sorry you didn’t pass the test. Please give our office a call if you’d like me to review the video recording of your exam.
Edit: Also sorry you missed our posted office hours. I got your name from one of your other posts and will give you a call Monday afternoon.
Positive experience: the online classes are a little boring but papa d has been teaching me what i need to know
Fantastic experience: This was an awesome experience and the instructors were amazing.
Fantastic experience: Great lessons very helpful
Fantastic experience: Instructors are very friendly and knowledgeable, I feel very comfortable and confident in my driving
Fantastic experience: Great driving school I learned a lot. Very good teachers.
Fantastic experience: AWOSME teaching
Fantastic experience: The Driving Instructor was very kind and taught me very valuable lessons with driving. I would recommend if you want to have a good instructor and clear driving instructions during the driving test!
Fantastic experience: Driving instructors are really nice and, if you’re on Bainbridge, are really easy to get to. If you fail the driving test it does cost money to redo but the teachers are good so that may not happen
Thanks for the review.
Fantastic experience: Great Instructors
Fantastic experience: DON’T DO DRIVERS EDGE. Defensive driving is much better. Mr Makiah is the best!
Thanks for the review, FunnySpy. We agree Mr Makiah is pretty great! :)
Positive experience: Really great, David Hudson is the best.
Thanks for the review! Safe driving
Positive experience: Great school
Thanks for the review Jaco
Fantastic experience: I love David
Thank you for the review. We agree David is a great instructor! :)
Fantastic experience: The instructor was well spoken and the directions were clear. It was fun and the instructor was nice. I learned a lot from that one drive!
Thanks for the review. :)
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