Chatham Driving School
Canada's Favourite Driving School
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for as little as $0.50/per day
Beginner Driver Education
Sign up today for our Ministry Approved BDE Course. We provide multiple options for our students:
Online Self-Paced
In-Car Lessons in Chatham
Get Ministry Certified
Hourly Lessons
You pick the number of lessons
Get extra practice
One-on-one instruction
Road Test Packages
Need a vehicle for your road test? We’ve got you covered. Show off your skills in a safety-certified vehicle.
G1 & G2 Exit Test Packages
Practice along Chatham DriveTest test routes
Pass your test with confidence
Benefits of Chatham’s Beginner Driver Education Course
- Fast-Track Your G2 Road Test (G1 Exit): Take your road test in just 8 months instead of the standard 12.
- Government Certification & Insurance Savings: Graduates are certified with the Ministry of Transportation (MTO), potentially giving you a significant auto insurance discount.
- Flexible Scheduling for Busy Lives: We make it easy to fit driver training into your routine.
- Convenient Pick-up and Drop-off: Enjoy curbside service from our instructors.
- Become a Confident & Safe Driver: Develop essential defensive driving skills and become a safe driver for life.
Collision Avoidance
Commercial Industry Leaders
With decades of experience teaching the majority of truck drivers on the road, our driving courses are built on the highest standards of safety and professionalism. Leave it to the experts.
1:1 In-Vehicle Training
Insurance Discount
Completing our Service New Brunswick-Approved driver education course can lead to greatly reduced car insurance premiums. Check with your insurance agent to confirm exact savings.
Unlock your driving freedom – MTO approved.
At Laurentian Driving School, we believe in more than just teaching the rules of the road. We emphasize defensive driving techniques and instill a proactive mindset to anticipate and respond to various driving situations. Our instructors are highly trained and certified to deliver comprehensive lessons that cover in-class and in-car lessons, driver training, road tests and G, G1 and G2 license training.
We are dedicated to helping aspiring drivers in Chatham and neighbouring communities such as Wallaceburg, Blenheim, Ridgetown, and Dresden embark on their journey to become confident and knowledgeable drivers.
FAQs
Are courses and lessons government-approved?
Yes, Laurentian Driving School courses, lessons, and instructors are fully certified in Ontario, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island.
What are the benefits of taking driver's ed?
Beyond helping you pass your road test, completing a certified driver's education course can significantly reduce your car insurance premiums (especially for young drivers!), shorten the graduated licensing process, and equip you with essential defensive driving skills for a lifetime of safe driving.
Will I get a discount on my insurance?
Laurentian Driving School delivers government-approved driver education courses, and course graduates may be eligible for an insurance discount. Please call your insurance provider for more information.
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 for each 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.
Where do I get picked up or dropped off?
We offer a pick up and drop off service within most of your city.
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G1 Practice Test
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Contact Us in Chatham
Contact Details
Appointments are required for visits
91 Heritage Road
Chatham, ON N7M5W7
Phone Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00am-5:00pm
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I had Tammy zink as my Driving Instructor and I would definitely recommend her. She was professional and easy to get along with. She got me to be more confident and comfortable driving on the road.
Isabella J.
Tammy is an AMAZING instructor. Calm and patient, but firm in her instructions. If you want to pass, listen to her! Straightforward instructor with years of knowledge and great tips and tricks to make your most anxiety riddled thoughts leave your mind ☺️ Thanks so much Tammy and Laurentian!
Tim
I had Tammy Zink as my instructor, was a great experience and taught me lots about safe driving! Would definitely recommend!
Theo M.
I really appreciate my instructor Tammy helping me feel comfortable in car and train my driving skills. She is very very considerable and helpful, always reminded me of safety check and helped me correct my errors so that I can successfully passed my G2 road test. She is really an excellent instructor.
Litu Z.
Tammy Zink is a great teacher. Thank you for the lessons!
Artem C.
My driver, Allen, was very patient, understanding, and overall very helpful. He was patient when I made a mistake and gave me advice on how to improve. Thank you!
Holley G.
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My instructor, Tammy Zinc, is great at what she does would strongly recommend TTCC
Jalen B.
I had Tammy Zink for my Drivers Ed, and Francias for my G2 examiner, they both did a great job and I would totally recommend this company and both of these driving instructors!
Adrian V.
Tammy Zink was an amazing instructor!
Emma d.
I had Allen for my driving instruction and he was absolutely amazing!! Very helpful and was a great instructor definitely recommend
bailee v.
Allen was awesome! Great program to use!
Kassandra R.
Tammy is an excelente instructor. She is patient and very knowledgeable.
Fatima L.
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Tammy is a really good driving instructor. She explains things in a way that's easy to understand, and she's always patient, even when things get tough. She always makes you feel comfortable and confident while driving, which is super important when you're just starting out. Her calm attitude helps a lot, and she knows exactly how to teach the skills... see more
Katie K.
Tammy was very kind and helpful!
Brooklyn A.
Allen was a great instructor. He was punctual and accommodating with my different pick-up locations. He answered any questions I had and gave me some great pointers.
Kiera N.
Tammy zinc is a great instructor I would recommend her
Jonny T.
Tammy is a great driving instructor she tought me everything I needed to know in order to be a great driver. Tammy is very flexible with hours and makes the lessons fun and teaches you a lot about driving
Dylan H.
Best driving instructor by far is Tammy Zink. Very understanding and patient with a very anxious and nervous driver. Would recommend her hands down for driving instruction.
Quinten D.