It could have been MUCH better! I have put 4 kids through driver's ed and this was by far the worst…read moreexperience. Unreasonably unorganized! Took almost a year to get through this program. Communication is horrible! Getting through to someone on the phone is almost impossible, classes are canceled last minute, or without notice. My daughter rode an Uber to class one day, only to get there and find a sign on the door that the class was canceled. When I reached out to the school to learn why I was not made aware, they advised that they had sent a notice to the students' email. Say what? Communication had always been through my email and phone. So that was $40 in Uber for nothing. More than once, this has happened. We are charged a fee of $40 if the student is late past 15 minutes, doesn't show, or does not have their driving permit with them, but when they are late, don't show up, or cancel last minute, they take zero accountability. The very last appointment that we had for the skills test, we waited over an hour past our appointment for the driving instructor to even show up. The office staff was unapologetic, and there seemed to be no sense of urgency. It took everything in me not to reach out to the DOL and AG to lodge a complaint. The only thing positive that I can honestly say about this business is about the drive instructor Clayton (Not the one that didnt show up) He always answered questions, was very patient, and personable. Other than that I can not in good faith recommend that anyone enroll their kid in this driving school until they tighten up. It is not right or fair for the people who spend their money in hopes of getting their driver's license! 1/10 I would not recommend.

Very bad driving school, I strongly do not recommend it to anyone. My wife went there and failed…read morethe written test 8 times. She kept asking to review her mistakes, but they never allowed her to see what she did wrong or to review the exam. In the end, I took her to another school. The new school is excellent, it is called I-5. She passed both the written test and the driving test on the first try there. This previous school only took our money and scammed us. I do not recommend it.

I went here to take the Written (knowledge) test. I Passed it on my first go and through the whole…read moreprocess (between setting up the appointment and taking the actual test) they were very clear about everything and it was a breeze. Plus the employees were very sweet and helpful. To all the people who were confused as to why they failed when they looked at their phones, there's literally multiple posters in the testing room that state "Do not use your phone in here during the test". So glad I went here to take the test.

Just want to take the time and write a review because of the great experience this place had and…read moremy daughter really enjoyed the staff especially one of the instructors named Kelly but she told me she also goes by kells. This place was very helpful and answered any questions I had from start to finish. They respond to emails really quick especially when I had any concerns. They made her feel comfortable and she loved going on her test drives especially loved how they had different themes on the cars! So cool if your looking for a place that has great communication, great customer service, and great staff this is the place for you! Just want to say Thankyou for the wonderful experience!

I put my grandson in the I-5 driving school as soon as he was eligible. Everyone at the school was…read moreextremely friendly, especially Rob. He made going in fun for a kid who was nervous. They did a good job because my grandson got his license on his 16th bday. Nothing but great things to say about the whole crew.

After frustration and irritation on the part of both 19 y.o. son and father, compounded by older…read moresister's commiseration on the horrors of driving with dad, husband yelled "FIND SOMEONE ELSE TO TEACH HIM!". If you're over 18, $199 buys you three one hour weekday drives and if you're ready, state testing on the last. Son said they were polite, easy to work with and gave clear instructions that didn't involve yelling or frenzied arm waving. He passed his driver's test on the third drive. Definitely worth the money.

The experience has been pretty interesting I guess. As usual, the curriculum is kind of boring as a…read moreclass, but it really depends on the people in your class. The class itself is good.

So before I give my review understand that for medical reasons I have not driven for about 19 years…read moreand after surgeries and medications I am in a better position health wise and can drive again. I also do not like tests of any kind. I called the school and they answered all my questions, told me what I would need to take the written exam. They were clear about all fees and cancellations and responsibilities of the individual who wanted to attend. I took the written exam with them and thankfully passed. I then practiced driving at home during the pandemic and when I got my shots this year went back and scheduled driving practice with them to make sure I was doing everything I was supposed to while driving. Ms. Tanya was polite and direct about what I needed to remember to do while driving. I passed my driving test and honestly grateful for their services. Ms. LaTonya and Staff are very nice people. They know that they are preparing you to do something that is helpful in life but is a big responsibility. So they take their jobs very seriously.

I had such a good experience getting my license here with Tonya and her dad they were soo nice and…read moreI would and do recommend it to anyone I know in need of a license I appreciate them and this business a crazy amount they helped me so much honestly love it!

Easiest place to pass your knowledge test! I went early morning and asked them when i can take it…read moreand they told me 9am all wednesdays or saturdays. you have to be there right at 9am because theirs alot of people. you immediatly go in and they prepare you for your test. You take your test and they tell you to go outside and wait for your instant results! really good and easy place! I recommend!

I've never been treated with such disrespect in all my life. The man had me sit down to take the…read moreknowledge test and the woman came out and told him in their language to tell me they're closed. Mind you it was 1 pm. So I came in the next day and the woman had me switch seats because she thought I would cheat. She made me switch seats twice! And warned me that there was cameras everywhere (my phone was with her so there was no way that I would cheat, not that I would anyway) after I took the test one of the men that works there (the one who sat me down the first time) is who graded my knowledge test. The woman had walked out to the front part of their office as I was walking out after I had been informed that I passed the test. The woman looked me up and down and said you finished your test fast and I said yes I did and then she said did you pass and I said yes, and she had the nastiest look on her face and then told me not to forget my ID again as I had forgot it on the table the day previously because I was told to take it out for my test and then told to get up so suddenly, it had slipped my mind that I had set it on the folder they gave me. A couple days later, I called and tried to make an appointment for my drivers test, and the woman was being so sweet and accommodating, and then she asked if I had came in before and I told her who I was and her tone changed immediately and she told me that they had no availabilities Because their staff went on vacation. She's an older African woman my mom's age. I was never expecting her to treat me like this seeing as I was so respectful to her and being African myself I had even a little bit more respect for her as my elder I don't know if there's some kind of jealousy or Maybe she doesn't like Ethiopians. I'm not quite sure what the deal is there I was born in America, so I don't really know the politics over there, but please don't waste your time coming to this business. They are extremely unprofessional extremely rude. They're not clear on what their hours are and you're not able to make appointments. There's way better places near there to do your knowledge and skills test. I never write reviews like this because I know how detrimental it can be to someone's business, but I've never been treated like this and I don't want anybody else to go through what I went through at that place. Save your time. Save your money.

My son is waiting until he is 18 years old to get his license rather than to have to sit through…read moreall the West Coast Driving classes. It is painfully boring and he says he got a huge headache everytime he want to class because he hated it so much. We paid the full amount and could get no reimbursement once my son realized he could not stand this driving course. This is not like my son. He is doing good in school and in church.

We are grateful for the skills both our students learned here at Northstar in Auburn. Be prepared…read moreto book out the drivers Ed program. However, if you have teens that take the drivers Ed program at 15 they will be ready to drive by 16. We planned on about a year to realistically attend all the sessions, drives, written test and finally the skills test. Don't expect to cram it all in! This gives plenty of time to have your student practice! Understand the rules and know them. Yes, it takes time but well worth it and with the pandemic it delayed some classes. Honestly, be patient. The owners and the associates are willing to help you, they are in high demand and they are helpful but honestly, do your part to follow through and be courteous and patient. It will work out!

I've completed all the courses and took the exam. After taking the exam they said i have to…read moreschedule the driving but when i tried to schedule it a after few days they weren't answering any phones calls or nothing. I found out they went out of business. They said they're transferring students to Freedom but it has been 4-5months. Importantly no records of me, i'm completely helpless rn.

I graduated from GJ academy right before it became Paul mitchell…read more I currently work at Gene Juarez in U. Village and have been growing into a pretty good stylist. But I just wanted to say that if it weren't for Tawnya, my teacher from the academy, I never would've passed my practical exam. She gave me her personal cell number the day I graduated so that I could reach out in case I panicked on the day of my state exam. I did, indeed, panic the night before. She got back to me right away and walked me through everything I had temporarily forgotten. I passed it with flying colors!! :) Thank you Tawnya!!

Looking for an inexpensive salon service while giving students the opportunity to learn and grow?…read moreThis is the spot for you! You can't be too picky or want perfection so if that's what you're wanting, pay the $$$ and go see the salons. However, if you're a laid back Personality and are willing to give trust, you won't be disappointed!