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Sign up today for our Ministry Approved BDE Course. We provide multiple options for our students:
Don't want to full BDE program? You can select any amount of hourly lessons to achieve your driving goals.
Need a vehicle for your road test? We've got you covered - rent our car for your road test.
Your highly trained instructor will teach you how to predict and avoid collisions, increasing your confidence when on the road
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.
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.
The cost of insurance may be greatly reduced with the completion of a BDE Course from Laurentian. Check with your insurance agent for exact savings.
Welcome to the prime destination for safe and confident driving in Peterborough, Ontario.
Our distinguished driving school offers an array of courses, including Defensive Driving Courses, Teen Driver Training, and comprehensive Driving Lessons, tailored for learners in Bridgenorth, Ennismore, and other nearby areas, delivreed by expert driving instructors. We are a Ministry of Transportation Approved (MTO) BDE Course Provider which takes a total of 40 hours divided into classroom, behind-the-wheel and flexible instructions. We offer the following programs: We have the following Comprehensive Programs to help you prepare for your driving test: Peterborough Beginner’s Package, tailored for those starting their driving journey, Beginner’s Package covers the fundamentals, ideal for those seeking a Local Driving School in the Peterborough area and surrounding areas such as Bridgenorth and Ennismore. Road Test Preparation and road test packages designed to sharpen your skills with our Road Test Preparation course, designed to ready you for the Driver’s License Exam in Ontario. With 28 years of experience, we offer advanced driving courses such as crash and accident avoidance, navigating hazardous road conditions and handling emergencies courses to ensure safe driving is instilled in the new driver.
Understanding the demands of daily life, our flexible scheduling options make it convenient for you to fit Driver’s Education into your busy schedule, in Peterborough. Ready to take the wheel with confidence? Join Peterborough’s preferred Driving School, offering premier Driver’s Ed Classes, Defensive Driving Courses, and Teen Driver Training. Private driving lessons are also available.
Our commitment extends to the local Peterborough community. Benefit from a curriculum tailored for the unique driving conditions of Peterborough and surrounding areas such as Bridgenorth, Ennismore, and beyond. Enroll now to start your journey on the road to driving success.
Yes, the Beginner Driver Education Course offered by Laurentian Driving School is MTO-Approved. As per the MTO, you have 1 year to complete the course from the day that you start.
Ontario has a process called “graduated licensing.” It is designed to give new drivers time to practice and gain driving experience over time.
Once you pass your eye and written tests, you get a G1 licence. Before you can get a full G licence, you have to:
Normally, the process takes 24 months to complete. Graduates of an MTO-Approved Beginner Driver Education (BDE) Course provider like Laurentian Driving School may be able to finish the full process in only 20 months. You have up to five years to finish the whole process. After five years, if you do not get your full G licence, you will need to start over.
Laurentian Driving School deliver the MTO-Approved Beginner Driver Education (BDE) Course, and BDE course graduates may be eligible for an insurance discount. Please call your insurance provider for more information.
In Ontario, the G1 written test can be written at any DriveTest Centre.
No, you do not need insurance before registering for your driver training course.
No, but it is recommended that all students have passed their G1 written test.
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.
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.
In order to graduate a BDE program, the MTO requires that all students complete 20 hours 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.
For in-class course sessions, you are expected to bring a pen or pencil, a photocopy of your G1, G2, or G licence (if available) or temporary permit, plus the Official MTO Driver’s Handbook which can be purchased at many locations and accessed for free online through the MTO Website.
No. All of of our cars are automatic.
We offer a pick up and drop off service within most of your city.
Yes, the Beginner Driver Education Course offered by Laurentian Driving School is MTO-Approved. As per the MTO, you have 1 year to complete the course from the day that you start.
Ontario has a process called “graduated licensing.” It is designed to give new drivers time to practice and gain driving experience over time.
Once you pass your eye and written tests, you get a G1 licence. Before you can get a full G licence, you have to:
Normally, the process takes 24 months to complete. Graduates of an MTO-Approved Beginner Driver Education (BDE) Course provider like Laurentian Driving School may be able to finish the full process in only 20 months. You have up to five years to finish the whole process. After five years, if you do not get your full G licence, you will need to start over.
Laurentian Driving School deliver the MTO-Approved Beginner Driver Education (BDE) Course, and BDE course graduates may be eligible for an insurance discount. Please call your insurance provider for more information.
In Ontario, the G1 written test can be written at any DriveTest Centre.
No, you do not need insurance before registering for your driver training course.
No, but it is recommended that all students have passed their G1 written test.
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.
In order to graduate a BDE program, the MTO requires that all students complete 20 hours 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.
For in-class course sessions, you are expected to bring a pen or pencil, a photocopy of your G1, G2, or G licence (if available) or temporary permit, plus the Official MTO Driver’s Handbook which can be purchased and also available at some MTO locations and through the MTO Website.
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.
No. All of of our cars are automatic.
We offer a pick up and drop off service within most of your city.
Appointments are required for visits
724 Erskine Avenue, #6B
Peterborough, ON K9J 5T9
Monday - Friday
9:00am-5:00pm
Sanford was an amazing instructor and a great guy. Prepared me for my g2 and got it first try.
Noah M.Due to health issues, I let my G2 lapse, then proceeded to absolutely fail to do anything about getting it back for almost 10 years. Fortunately, TTCC Car Driving Training in Peterborough managed to get my entire 10-hour block of in-car training within about 2 weeks, working around my schedule perfectly. I had never liked driving -- never felt comfortable with... see more
Adrian M.I did in car lessons with Sanford and it was great. He’s a very nice guy and the best driving teacher you could get.
Cora D.Stanford was a tremendous help to me. He was like a treasure trove of useful information and tons of experience. He helped me gain confidence in my abilities. You know the that saying you could lead a horse to water but you can't make ot drink. Stanford could teach that horse to drink then teach it to do a backfilp.... see more
Joshua B.Stanford helped me alot to pass my test. Very good instructor
Hayden C.It was pefect, amazing people, driver instructor stanford was the best!
Noah S.Sanford did a awesome job for my in car lessons. His lessons were very knowledgeable and very stress free. He was also was very accommodating when it came to scheduling my lessons. Definitely a 5 star experience and passed my in car driving test when I was done!
Scott G.I had such an amazing experience learning how to drive and the rules of the road, with the Best instructor out there! Thank you Sandford DeWitt you are truly awesome!! Very cool and very calm! I recommend you 100 percent! Thank you again!! 😊
Teyla M.I really enjoyed the in-car lessons with Sanford. I took the 10-hour in-car lessons, and Sanford is amazing - he teaches really well! He's super cool, gives great tips, and explains everything clearly, making it easy to drive with him. He likes to chat and makes the lessons enjoyable and relaxed.
Dafne H.I had a great experience driving with Sanford. He was calm and had great tips to keep driving safe that translated into me passing my G test.
Ian M.Sanford was an AMAZING driving instructor! He helped greatly improve my driving in the time we had together! He was kind and compassionate while driving and an absolute pleasure to spend time with while learning how to drive! I would definitely recommend him and this company to any new drivers.
Jacob W.Sanford is an Excellent instructor. don’t know how another driving teacher could be better than him. The man could teach a cat to bark. Highly recommend.
Jacob S.The way Sanford taught me was amazing! great instructor!
Hunter T.Sanford was a great instructor, he took extra care to make sure I knew everything he showed me well and enforced safe driving habits
Terry H.Sanford was an amazing driver teacher, great attitude and helped me a bunch
Jack R.Sanford was amazing I would highly recommend him for learning the do’s and don’t’s for driving
Johnathan H.Sanford was a great teacher and was very helpful. Would 100% recommend him!
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