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Your Trusted Partner for Driver Education in Surrey
A1 Driving School has been a trusted leader in driver education for over two decades, training thousands of safe and confident drivers across British Columbia. Our government-certified instructors combine extensive experience with exceptional patience, ensuring students master defensive driving techniques and road safety protocols. We specialize in ICBC-approved GLP courses that accelerate Class 5 license eligibility while offering flexible scheduling and affordable payment plans tailored to individual needs.Our comprehensive programs include road test preparation, dual-control vehicle training, and pick-up services from homes, schools, or workplaces. With a proven track record of excellence and a commitment to personalized instruction, we provide the highest value in driver training through our ICBC-licensed center.
Services
GLP Courses
Class 5 License Training
Road Test Preparation
Defensive Driving Courses
Pick-Up Services
Flexible Payment Plans
Refresher Lessons
Gift Certificates
ICBC Approved Programs
Dual-Control Training
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience training safe, defensive drivers.
- Our instructors are government-certified with exceptional teaching abilities.
- We offer ICBC-approved courses with a proven road test guarantee.
- Flexible payment plans and affordable rates for all training packages.
- Free pick-up services from homes, schools, or workplaces.
Associations and certifications
- ICBC (Insurance Corporation of British Columbia)
Services
GLP Courses
Our ICBC-approved Graduated Licensing Program courses accelerate Class 5 license eligibility by six months through 20 hours of classroom instruction and 12 hours of in-car training. Students gain essential defensive driving skills while earning high school credits. The program includes road test preparation and flexible scheduling options.
Road Test Preparation
Comprehensive road test preparation packages ensure students pass their ICBC exams with confidence. Training includes dual-control vehicle practice, route familiarization, and expert feedback on driving techniques. We guarantee test readiness and offer free retake lessons if needed.
Defensive Driving Courses
Defensive driving programs teach advanced safety techniques for various road conditions. Certified instructors focus on hazard recognition, collision avoidance, and proper vehicle handling. Courses benefit new drivers and experienced motorists seeking skill improvement through structured, hands-on training.
Class 5 License Training
Specialized training for Class 5 license candidates includes both theoretical knowledge and practical driving experience. Our curriculum covers traffic laws, vehicle operations, and real-world driving scenarios. Students receive personalized instruction using dual-control vehicles for enhanced safety during learning.
Flexible Payment Plans
We offer customizable payment solutions for all driving packages, including no-obligation trial lessons and refundable unused instruction fees. Flexible plans accommodate different budgets while maintaining access to high-quality training materials, certified instructors, and ICBC-approved course content.
Questions
What is the GLP course and how does it benefit me?
The ICBC-approved Graduated Licensing Program (GLP) lets you get your Class 5 license 6 months earlier through structured training that combines classroom learning with hands-on driving experience.
Do you guarantee road test success?
We offer a road test guarantee: if you complete our full training package and don't pass on your first attempt, we provide free retake lessons to ensure test readiness.
Are your instructors certified by the government?
All our driving instructors are government-certified with extensive teaching experience, selected for both technical expertise and exceptional patience during student training sessions.
Can I get picked up for lessons?
Yes, we provide free pick-up services from your home, school, or workplace for all driving lessons and training sessions in the Surrey area.
What payment options are available?
We offer flexible payment plans including no-obligation trial lessons, refundable unused instruction fees, and customized packages to accommodate different budgets while maintaining training quality.
Reviews (6)
Sam Alford
Jan 25, 2022
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Positive:Quality
Rob taught me everything I needed to do very well. It was a great process and I enjoyed the lessons.
Rob taught me everything I needed to do very well. It was a great process and I enjoyed the lessons.
Narinder Soor
Jan 19, 2022
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Taking lessons from A-1 Driving School for class 5 was really fruitfull, I got my Licence and all the credit goes to my instructor Mr Rob who guided me how to obey rules ,safe driving and how keeping my nerves cool . Mr Rob is great doctor he now your weak points and help u in overcoming them. I will recommend all freshers and new commers to join them ,if u really want to drive safely and with confidence.
Adriane Cugana
Jan 16, 2022
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I highly recommend their service. A-1 Driving School has helped me developed my skills as a driver, which helped me become a more knowledgeable and safe driver. My instructor Rob was kind, patient, and very understanding. He taught me lots of things and he is very skilled. Overall, if you are looking for a driving school to expand your knowledge about driving and to work on specific skills, A-1 Driving School is a great option. Thank you A-1 Driving School for your help!
Shawna H.
Jun 09, 2017
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What a joke
no pointers.. no tips no constructive input at all... not even a list of what to work on... distracted the driver the whole time by talking incessantly about India and family. Reception was rude and confused and asked my directions on picking me up.. late and too lazy to park the car and come ring for me... instead made me wait outside in the rain. What a terrible experience.. I am now less confident than I was before I went. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY
no pointers.. no tips no constructive input at all... not even a list of what to work on... distracted the driver the whole time by talking incessantly about India and family. Reception was rude and confused and asked my directions on picking me up.. late and too lazy to park the car and come ring for me... instead made me wait outside in the rain. What a terrible experience.. I am now less confident than I was before I went. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY
Rene H.
Nov 19, 2015
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A-1 driving school helped me get my N.The instructors were patient, calm, helpful and very professional. They made me feel comfortable and relax. Being a college student and a part time worker, it was hard to find time to dedicate to driving but with A-1 driving school it was easy for me because of their flexible hours and their helpful and friendly secretary who always worked around my busy schedule. I highly recommend A-1 driving school if your looking for instructors who will train you to become safe and smart drivers and prepare you for any road test.
Maria M.
Dec 10, 2014
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I moved to Vancouver from Dubai and have 20yrs of driving experience. I was advised by my friends to get 1-2 classes from a driving school to familiarize with the Canadian road rules. I booked my classes (2 at one go) from A1 driving school and had the worst experience in my life. The receptionist was very rude and the driving instructor collected the fee & also made me to sign on a sheet which stated that he has trained me in all the driving skills before even starting the class! As the driver knew that he doesn't need to teach me driving but only has to acquaint me with the rules like
