Drivers Ed Overview

Spring 2026 Driver’s Ed

Registration for Port Washington residents will begin December 15, 2025 at 9:00am.

There is a limited number of spots and registration is a first come basis. Parents must register students for both classes: A Theory and a Driving Car Class.

The Spring semester of Driver Education is scheduled to begin on January 29, 2026 and conclude June 8, 2026.

This 16-week program includes 24 hours of classroom instruction AND 24 hours of driving instruction, with each student spending 6 hours behind the wheel. Additional driving practice outside of class is required by New York State.

Students must be 16 years of age with a valid New York State learners permit by the first day of class (both class and driving instruction).

Tuition is $775, $875 for non-residents. After the start of the semester, there will be no refunds. Partial Scholarships are available for students enrolled in the free or reduced lunch program.

Attendance at all classes is mandatory. If attendance requirements are not fulfilled, a student will not be issued a certificate of completion and will not receive a refund.

In-car driving lessons will be provided by Bell Auto Driving School. Each car will have four students per session.

Theory class will be either Tuesday or Thursdays.

Students who successfully complete the requirements for  this non-credit course will receive a Student Certificate of Completion (MV285),which includes an insurance premium reduction certificate. After receiving the MV-285 and passing the road test students will then receive a class D license at 17

Please contact Jennifer Wile [email protected] if you have any questions.

Contact
Jennifer Wile
Phone: 516-767-5023
Email: [email protected]