There’s nothing more hassle-free than Kruzee if you’re looking for a driving school in Ottawa. They eliminate the need for back-and-forth communication because scheduling is super easy with their online booking system.

They also offer free pickup and dropoff, so you don’t need to worry about commuting!

Furthermore, Kruzee is a solid choice for quality driving instructions because their instructors are friendly and professional—aside from being experts in defensive driving. 

Many students appreciate how they were paired with an instructor who made them feel at ease.

Choosing an instructor that’ll suit your preferences may be tricky, though, since they’re paired with you depending on your schedule and area. But, Kruzee has responsive and helpful customer service that’ll sort out concerns in less than 30 minutes!

Kruzee’s digital-first model featuring a seamless booking system is also impressive. It has even been recognized in major publications such as the CityNews, Yahoo Finance, Financial Post, Bloomberg, and Toronto Star.

They’re also BBB-accredited, have consistent high ratings, and won’t burn a hole in your pocket!

Their rates are affordable, and you can choose from three options, namely:

• Practice Lessons for $65 per hour
• Base BDE package for $695 per package
• Road Test Vehicle for $245 per package

Just head on to their website to see the inclusions in each package. Overall, their courses are so comprehensive, you’ll get what you pay for!

Instructors have all the good qualities

“Jason Ho is THE guy you want as your instructor, especially if the idea of driving in Toronto makes you nervous like I was before my first lesson. He’s patient, encouraging, and kind – all the qualities you want in someone you’ll spend hours in traffic with! Passed my G at Downsview and couldn’t thank him enough for all the support. Also, the overall experience with Kruzee was amazing: hassle-free online booking and superb customer service!”

Tatiane e Sousa, Google Review

Builds student confidence on the road

“Manhal Sabra was a great instructor to have! I was very nervous about getting my G2 but he helped talk me through the maneuvers and was very clear and direct. He knew exactly how to encourage and guide me so I can build my confidence in driving. After my lessons with Manhal, I felt more at ease getting on the main roads and making safe decisions while driving.”

Drea S, Google Review

With multiple locations in the country (and two in Ottawa!), Young Drivers of Canada is a really accessible driving school for many. They have been around for over 50 years, which is a testament to their quality of service.

They also offer many programs, which is handy as they can cater to different needs. This includes full certification courses, G2 and road tests, individual lessons, as well as online courses.

But here’s the thing: their rates are expensive (even the online courses). While they’re not the most budget-friendly option, they do offer comprehensive programs, but we understand that not many students can afford Young Drivers.

And the issue we usually see with many branches is the quality of service tends to be a hit and miss. That’s true this time because some students noted less-than-stellar experiences.

Nonetheless, we’ve seen a massive improvement in their Ottawa locations. The majority of the clients we surveyed had positive experiences!

Knowledgeable instructors

“I had Bob T. as an instructor in June to help me prep for my G exam. I am a nervous driver and showed up the first session overwhelmed and stressed. Bob was extremely patient and re-assuring. He helped build my confidence before my test and made me feel so much more at ease behind the wheel. He is fantastic at providing correction in a calm, practical and constructive way and was able to answer all my questions no matter how silly I felt they were. He drove home every single thing I would need to look out for on the test. I felt so prepared and ready, a complete 180 from how I felt 1 month prior. I feel so lucky to have had him as my instructor, oh and I passed my road test! First try!”

Dahlia, Google Review

Worth the money

“As an new driver, I was very nervous for my in-car lessons as I have never driven before. Bob, my driving instructor was very knowledgeable and helped me better understand the rules of the road. He was very patient and calm, which eased my nerves. The lessons are more expensive compared to other driving schools, but it is well worth the money. Definitely recommend Bob and Young Drivers!

Julia, Google Review

We like Safe2pass Driving School because they make it easy for Ottawa residents to learn to drive. So basically, they offer many programs, including in-person and online.

They have defensive driving courses, private lessons, and road tests. We like the many options because it allows them to cater to different individuals who need driving lessons.

During our inquiry, we learned that they’re very flexible with their schedule, which comes in handy for busy students. So, they’re available for Saturday and evening in-class lessons (good for working folks!).

It’s also worth mentioning that they have female instructors, which not all driving schools in Ottawa have.

During our client surveys, we received a few complaints regarding poor customer service. But we do appreciate their commitment to improving this.

Price-wise, we love their affordability. One hour of a private driving lesson is $65, and they offer super special prices to make it even more competitive!

Clear with the instructions

“I’m very glad I chose to do my lessons with Safe2Pass, Lina is not only a driving instructor but also an educator, she takes the time to explain and show the rules of the road with her book, and asks for me to repeat the rules to ensure I’ve understood the rules. Thank you Lina”

zainab hussein, Google Review

Great at explaining the instructions

“I was given the opportunity to work with Ruaa as my drive instructor. She is very professional and great at explaining material in a way that helps me learn. I would recommend this to anyone who is interested in learning how to drive. I feel confident and comfortable behind the wheel thanks to Ruaa.”

Alba Toledo, Google Review

Let’s Go Driving School earned a spot on our list because of their extensive driving course programs. The variety makes them a solid choice for different driving abilities.

Their programs include private lessons, road tests, defensive driving, and driver improvement. They also offer online beginner’s driver education for newbies—the convenience of doing it virtually is super cool!

It’s awesome they tailor their teaching approach to each student, which shows their skills and experience in handling different situations. Some clients we talked with even said their instructors eased their nervousness about driving.

Plus, we love that their schedules are flexible because it’s very convenient for students who have school or work.

There were some issues regarding their customer service, particularly about poor communication. But the silver lining is their driving instructions remain clear.

They’re also a good option if you’re looking for budget-friendly driving lessons. For example, the G2 road test package is only $145.

Recommended for foreigners

“Took a private lesson for 2 hours as a refresher session (converting a foreign license to Ontarian) and rented a car from them for the full G-license driving test. Nedal is a great instructor, and the session was insightful! Totally recommend for foreigners who are trying to make sure they’ll pass the license conversion test!”

Rheza Adizora, Google Review

Flexible hours

“Hind is an amazing instructor! She helped me pass my driving test perfectly. She has flexible hours and made sure I was comfortable at all times!”

adna ahmed, Google Review

Jim’s Driving School has been a trusted place in Canada for driving lessons. The proof? They’ve been doing this since 1963—imagine how many thousands of people have learned from them!

From what we’ve seen, these guys have been supportive and patient during driving lessons. However, some clients we spoke with didn’t exactly have stellar experiences due to the incompatible teaching methods.

Foreign nationals may have a tough time learning to drive in Ottawa, but Jim’s Driving School eliminates that. They have multilingual instructors ready to teach anyone!

These folks offer various driving courses for newbies and those with experience, where they will adapt their teaching methods based on your needs. They offer driver improvement courses, BDE courses, road tests, and private lessons.

For a driving school that has been around for so long in Ottawa, we were pleasantly surprised at their competitive prices. It’s even more awesome they offer special packages so you get discounted prices!

Supportive and patient driving instructor

“One of my friends suggested Jim’s Driving School to me. I had a wonderful experience training with my instructor, Peiman. He explained all the details thoroughly and with patience. He is very supportive and an expert instructor. I passed my full G exam on the first attempt. I would definitely recommend Jim’s Driving School.”

Shadi Mehrabadi, Google Review

Helps anxious drivers

“I’m an older and very anxious driver. I had my first in car session today. Winifred had me entirely at ease and feeling confident. He also had me parallel parking like a pro. Before I was terrified to drive. Now I can’t wait to hit the road again. And Sophea the admin is always very responsive. 100% recommend Jim’s. :)”

Sonia Myre, Google Review