Teaching Houston since 2010
About Us
Teen Program
Driver education is one of the most important milestones in a teenager's life. Learning the knowledge and skills of being behind the wheel can change the course of their future and a potential 15% reduction in Insurance costs. SafeGuard Driving School offers an excellent driver education program for teenagers.
Our program includes:
- Road safety rules
- Traffic laws and regulations
- Defensive driving strategies and
- The effects of substance abuse
In addition to meeting all requirements of TEXAS Department of Licensing and Regulation, we go above and beyond to ensure that our students receive quality driver education to prepare them for the complex venture of driving.
package
Please select Package
State Minimum Classroom Only
$300
per course
- 24 Hours of In-Classroom Instruction
- 7 Hours of Behind-the-Wheel Driving
- 7 Hours of In-Car Observation
- Written exam
- 30 Additional Hours of Behind-the-Wheel Practice with a certified instructor
- Road Test
State Minimum Behind-the-Wheel Only
$499
per course
- 24 Hours of In-Classroom Instruction
- 7 Hours of Behind-the-Wheel Driving
- 7 Hours of In-Car Observation
- Written exam
- 30 Additional Hours of Behind-the-Wheel Practice with a certified instructor
- Road Test
State Minimum Program
$549
per course
- 24 Hours of In-Classroom Instruction
- 7 Hours of Behind-the-Wheel Driving
- 7 Hours of In-Car Observation
- Written exam
- 30 Additional Hours of Behind-the-Wheel Practice with a certified instructor
- Road Test
State Minimum Plus
$895
per course
- 24 Hours of In-Classroom Instruction
- 7 Hours of Behind-the-Wheel Driving
- 7 Hours of In-Car Observation
- Written exam
- 5 Additional Hours of Behind-the-Wheel Practice with a certified instructor
- Road Test
Comprehensive Package
$2699
per course
- 24 Hours of In-Classroom Instruction
- 7 Hours of Behind-the-Wheel Driving
- 7 Hours of In-Car Observation
- Written exam
- 30 Additional Hours of Behind-the-Wheel Practice with a certified instructor
- Road Test
Requirements
Teen Driver's Education Requirements
Our teen package includes the requirements of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation:
Students must be at least 15 years old by 1st driving lesson.
Students must not be absent for more than 5 scheduled classroom dates.
All missed classroom sessions must be made up by the last day of class, unless special arrangements are made.
Courses are usually completed in less than 2 months, but must be completed within 6 months regardless of age or license eligibility.
30 hours of behind-the-wheel practice with a parent or qualified adult is also required before a student can obtain his or her license.
Payment arrangements are available for Teen Drivers Education classes. A $100 deposit is required to enroll Teen Student.
TEXAS Permit and Driver's Ed Certificate (DE 964) issued from completion of the Classroom Phase is required to register for In-Car Instruction Only with us.
Permit
Documents and Requirements needed for Texas Permit
- DE-964 – Driver’s Ed Certificate
- Minimum 15 years of age
- Attend 3 days of class (Teen only)
- Social Security Card (original)
- Birth Certificate (original)
- Current State of School I.D with picture
- Verification of Enrollment (during school year) from High School or last report card (under 18 years of age).
- 2 proofs of Residency from parent or guardian attending DPS
TEXAS Learner's Permit & DL Requirements
| Learner's Permit | Driver's License | |
|---|---|---|
| Driver's Ed Certificate | Teen Driver's Ed (DE-964) Certificate | Teen Driver's Ed (DE-964) Certificate |
| Age Requirement | 15 - 17 | 16 - 17 |
| Identification | TEXAS Issued or School ID | Permit |
| Wait time after Learner's Permit Issuance | 6-Month wait | |
| Social Security Card | ✓ | ✓ |
| Birth Certificate | ✓ | |
| School Enrollment Verification | from High School or last report card | |
| Proof of Residency | by parent/guardian | |
| 2 - Hour Impacted Driving Video within 90 days | ✓ | |
| 30 Hours driving practice | ✓ |