Note: You may not join the course after start time. Arriving late will be subject to cancellation and rescheduling fee of $25.

All driver education certificates are ELECTRONIC and will be issued in the DMV system upon completion of the course.

We are unable to process certificates without your Learner’s Permit Number. If you do not have your permit yet, you may still take the 8 Hour course. Simply let us know when you do get your permit, so we may process your certificate. You will receive a copy of your certificate through email.

We offer driving lessons for students ages 16 and up. You are required to have your CT Learner’s permit to take any lessons behind the wheel.

All lessons will start from our Stratford or Waterbury office.

Last minute reschedule or no show appointments are subject to fees:

• BTW Lessons $50

Note: Please arrive to your BTW Lesson 10 minutes before your scheduled time. Arriving 15 minutes late or more may be subject to cancellation of appointment.

We offer driving lessons for students ages 16 and up. You are not required to have your CT Learner’s permit to take simulator lessons. Simulator hours do not count towards behind-the-wheel training hours.

All lessons take place at out  Stratford office.

Last minute reschedule or no show appointments are subject to fees:

• Simulator $25

Note: Please arrive to your Simulator Lesson 10 minutes before your scheduled time. Arriving 15 minutes late or more may be subject to cancellation of appointment.

We offer car rental for your road test at Bridgeport, or Waterbury DMV 7:45am-11:45am.

Road test car rentals require a minimum 2-hour Behind the Wheel lesson & receive certification based on A1-Driving jurisdiction, according to DMV regulation: "Received at least two hours of behind-the-wheel instruction, attained proficiency in the operation of a motor vehicle, and considered a safe and capable driver by this school in accordance with the provisions of Section 14-78-36 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies."

Note: Please arrive to testing location 20 minutes before your scheduled time. Arriving 15 minutes late or more may be subject to cancellation of appointment.

Certification based on A1-Driving jurisdiction, according to DMV regulation: "Received at least two hours of behind-the-wheel instruction, attained proficiency in the operation of a motor vehicle, and considered a safe and capable driver by this school in accordance with the provisions of Section 14-78-36 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies."

You are required to bring your unexpired CT Learner's permit. 

If you completed the 8 hour course, please bring a physical or digital copy of your certificate. 

You must bring your glasses, if you wear them, and have closed toed-shoes. Failure to have the appropriate attire  will lead to cancellation of lesson and student will be subject to fees.

Note: Please arrive to your BTW Lesson 10 minutes before your scheduled time. Arriving 15 minutes late or more may be subject to cancellation of appointment.

To cancel or reschedule an existing appointment, please visit https://www.a1-driving.com/customers/

Appointments can be rescheduled free of charge with a minimum 48 hours in advance.

Last minute reschedule or no show appointments are subject to fees:

• BTW Lessons $50
• Simulator Lesson $25
• 8-Hour Course $25

All cancellations are subject to a 10% refund and restocking fee.

We do not offer pickup or drop off for BTW lessons. All lessons start and end at our Stratford or Waterbury offices. 

Regular BTW lessons do not go on the highway. For highway lessons, a student must have their Driver's License. Highway lessons are exclusively on the highway, and are 1.5 hours long.