Teaching new drivers in the South Sound since 2019
State Approved Driver Training and State Approved Testing, right here in Lacey.
9
Years teaching new drivers
2019
Year the school opened
5.0 ★
Star rating on Google
7
Days a week for drives
Why families choose us
Patience is most of the job
Almost every student who gets in our car is nervous, and some arrive already convinced they are bad at this. We do not rush them and we do not raise our voices. Mistakes are the point of a training vehicle: they are where the learning actually happens, and far better made beside an instructor than alone on the road later.
State Approved for both
We are a State Approved Driver Training school and a State Approved Testing site. Your student can take the knowledge exam and the skills exam with the same people who taught them to drive.
Lessons in Spanish
Our owner majored in Spanish in college and enjoys teaching this way, so it is not a translated afterthought. If Spanish is your family’s language, tell us when you sign up.
Who your student drives with
Every instructor who takes a student out is certified by the state, and each one is trained in the same patient, no pressure approach the school has used since it opened in 2019.
Behind the wheel lessons are shared across the team, the owner included. Whichever instructor your student is paired with, they get the same standards and the same willingness to slow down and cover something a second time.
“My son always enjoyed his drives. Not to mention the communication is great! They get right back to you!”
Google review
Where we teach
Our office and training vehicles are based at 4510 Intelco Loop SE, Ste A, Lacey, and we serve students across Lacey, Olympia, Tumwater, DuPont, and Yelm. Classroom instruction runs live over Zoom, so your student can attend from home. Behind the wheel lessons run seven days a week by appointment — the Monday to Thursday hours listed in our footer are office hours, not driving hours.
Where to go next
Driver Training
30 hours of live Zoom class, 6 hours behind the wheel, exam prep included.
Private Lessons
One-on-one instruction for teens and adults, from a single lesson to a package of ten.
License Exams
Knowledge and skills exams by appointment, free or discounted for our students.
What families ask us first
Cost, almost every time. We keep our pricing on the site rather than making you call for it. Class dates and tuition are listed on the sign up page, and we offer payment plans so the full amount does not have to come at once. Exam pricing is listed on the license exams page.
What parents say
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Alex PabellonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I came across sound driving school online and was a little scared right before the exam, also considering i needed to pass for Military reasons. As soon as i got into the car Taylor i think thats how you spell his name made me feel more relaxed and calm behind the wheel. I definitely have somethings i need to work on but Taylor made me feel more confident in my skills that I have. Thank you i cant wait to start driving🙏🏽Posted on Google![]()
Kingsley TuiaanaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Staff here’s very courteous and polite! Excellent location.Posted on Google![]()
loren gomezTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We had a great experience with South Sound. The instructors are great and stayed on top of making sure we knew the nexts steps. I love that it was accessible for our busy family with convenient class, drives, and test times.Posted on Google![]()
Sedona MarshallTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Taylor was amazing , very patient! My sister has been going to this school for the last few months and learned so much that she was eventually able to teach me her skills due to me struggling with which lead to me taking my test and passing!Posted on Google![]()
Kelly DixonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
These guys are great! Everyone was so patient and caring.Posted on Google![]()
Logan ToweryTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The Owner of the school is an active, experienced, knowledgable instructor. The classes are very laid back and contain good to know information and value. Would highly recommend if you want to get your drives in quickly and would like a more tailored instruction experience.Posted on Google![]()
fukiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Loved my instructor! He was kind and helpful.Posted on Google![]()
CMTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Both of my teens went through South Sound Driving and they both had great experiences. All the instructors have been patient and helpful to both my kids. My oldest went 3 years ago and had a great experience my now teenager is having the same experience. Everyone is friendly and knowledgeable. Thank you all for helping my kids become great drivers.Posted on Google![]()
Shawna PurcellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Excellent teaching by quality teachers! Taylor the owner is the BEST teacher, instructor, and places new drivers at ease and increases confidence. The classes were excellent and convenient as we traveled while listening and studying during the course work. Taylor reviews for the written exam and provides study guides for successfully passing the written dmv exam if your student attends class and listens. My other teen used another private driving school in town and SSDS just has a more personal feeling, additional help if/when needed and great support for times drives or exams may not go as planned. I highly recommend South Sound Driving School with Taylor.