Charlottetown Driving School
Canada's Favourite Driving School
Beginner Driver Education
Sign up today for our Ministry Approved BDE Course. We provide multiple options for our students:
Blended Online & In Person
Get Ministry Certified
Hourly Lessons
Don’t want to full BDE program? You can select any amount of hourly lessons to achieve your driving goals.
You Pick the # of Lessons
Get Extra Practice
1:1 Instruction
Road Test Packages
Need a vehicle for your road test? We’ve got you covered – rent our car for your road test.
Road Test Packages
Practice Before Your Road Test
Rent Our Car
Benefits of the Beginner Driver Education Course
- Graduates are certified with the ministry and may be eligible for an insurance discount
- Appointments to suit your schedule
- Pick up and drop off at a location convenient for you
- The option to use our vehicle for your road test
- Become a confident, safe driver
Collision Avoidance
Your highly trained instructor will teach you how to predict and avoid collisions, increasing your confidence when on the road
Commercial Industry Leaders
With decades of experience teaching the majority of truck drivers on the road, we know what it takes to make a safe driver. Leave it to the experts.
1:1 In-Vehicle Training
All in-vehicle training is done one on one, we never train with multiple students in the car so you have your instructor's undivided attention for the whole lesson.
Insurance Discount
The cost of insurance may be greatly reduced with the completion of a driver training course from Laurentian. Check with your insurance agent for exact savings.
Your Path to Skilled and Safe Driving Starts in Charlottetown
At Laurentian Driving School, we proudly deliver expert driver training in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island and surrounding communities like Cornwall, Stratford, and Winsloe.
Since 1996, we’ve helped thousands of new drivers across Eastern Canada become safe, confident, and road-ready. Our comprehensive Class 5 driving program covers everything from the fundamentals of vehicle operation to advanced road skills, ensuring you’re fully prepared for your road test and real-world driving.
We offer in-person driver education right here in Charlottetown. Our experienced instructors also travel to nearby areas—including Cornwall, Milton, Clyde River, and York—making high-quality training accessible across the region.
With flexible scheduling for daytime, evening, and weekend lessons, we make it easy to learn at your pace. From teen drivers to adult learners, our personalized instruction focuses on building confidence, safety, and lifelong driving habits.
Choose Laurentian Driving School in Charlottetown—where your journey to becoming a skilled and responsible driver begins.
FAQs
Is the Beginner Drivers Education Course Ministry Approved?
Yes, the Beginner Driver Education Course offered by Laurentian Driving School is Ministry Approved.
Will I get a discount on my insurance?
Laurentian Driving School delivers Ministry Approved Beginner Driver Education, and course graduates may be eligible for an insurance discount. Please call your insurance provider for more information.
Do I need insurance before I register for the course?
No, you do not need insurance before registering for your driver training course.
Are there any requirements to register for the Laurentian Driving School Course?
No, but it is recommended that all students have passed their written test.
How do I pay for my course?
You can pay online or in person. We accept VISA, Mastercard & E-Transfer. A minimum of $100 is required to hold your spot in a class.
What if I miss an in-car lesson?
If you need to cancel in-car lessons, 24 hours notice must be given or you may be subject to a no show
fee of $40 per lesson missed. You can contact the office at 1-800-805-0662, Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm or you can message your instructor directly. No show fees must be paid before the next scheduled lesson and before receiving a certificate of completion.
What if I miss an in-class lesson?
In order to graduate from the program, the Ministry requires that all students complete all of the of in-class. If a student misses an in-class lesson because of illness or emergency, they will be permitted to make-up the lesson for a fee of $50. The student must arrange to make up the missed lesson by contacting the office at 1-800-805-0662.
What supplies do I need for the first day of class?
For in-class course sessions, you are expected to bring a pen or pencil, a photocopy of your licence (if available).
Is manual transmission available?
No. All of of our cars are automatic.
Where do I get picked up or dropped off?
We offer a pick up and drop off service within most of your city.
Is the Beginner Drivers Education Course Ministry Approved?
Yes, the Beginner Driver Education Course offered by Laurentian Driving School is Ministry Approved.
Will I get a discount on my insurance?
Laurentian Driving School delivers Ministry Approved Beginner Driver Education, and course graduates may be eligible for an insurance discount. Please call your insurance provider for more information.
Do I need insurance before I register for the course?
No, you do not need insurance before registering for your driver training course.
Are there any requirements to register for the Laurentian Driving School Course?
No, but it is recommended that all students have passed their written test.
What if I miss an in-car lesson?
If you need to cancel in-car lessons, 24 hours notice must be given or you may be subject to a no show
fee of $40 per lesson missed. You can contact the office at 1-800-805-0662, Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm or you can message your instructor directly. No show fees must be paid before the next scheduled lesson and before receiving a certificate of completion.
What if I miss an in-class lesson?
In order to graduate from the program, the Ministry requires that all students complete all of the of in-class. If a student misses an in-class lesson because of illness or emergency, they will be permitted to make-up the lesson for a fee of $50. The student must arrange to make up the missed lesson by contacting the office at 1-800-805-0662.
What supplies do I need for the first day of class?
For in-class course sessions, you are expected to bring a pen or pencil, a photocopy of your licence (if available).
How do I pay for my course?
You can pay online or in person. We accept VISA, Mastercard & E-Transfer. A minimum of $100 is required to hold your spot in a class.
Is manual transmission available?
No. All of of our cars are automatic.
Where do I get picked up or dropped off?
We offer a pick up and drop off service within most of your city.
Contact Details
Appointments are required for visits
Charlottetown, PEI, Canada
Phone Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00am-5:00pm