Defensive Driving School of Mercer Island

My teen now knows more about driving than me. This was an extremely thorough experience. I feel very confident in his skills.

Before starting my driving classes I was very anxious and nervous to drive. My driver instructor Willow was able to guide and teach me on how to become a safe driver through clear and calm instructions. With each lessons and a lot of practice I was able to build my confidence and pass the skills test. I am very thankful for all the lessons I had with Willow. I also want to thank Tina who stepped in towards the end of my training! Tina was very supportive and helped me continue to build my confidence! Thank you to you both! I highly recommend Defensive Driving School for both adults and students, it was a great experience!

I learnt a lot and feel very comfortable driving now that i have completed the course. However some of the videos, stories and simulations that are apart of the curriculum can be so violent that they often brought me very intense anxiety and stress to the point of wanting to quit.

taking drivers ed with Clay. he s cool, teaches really well & makes learning entertaining. Clay is a winner

I had to take the test as an adult in order to get a new drivers license. I was assigned to Michelle for the driving test. From the moment I walked in for the appointment, she was passive aggressive and unfriendly. She told me that because of my name change due to marriage the DMV probably wouldnt accept the results of my test but I couldnt re-schedule. Note that I had previously called the DMV to ask about my name change and they told me just to bring in marriage certificate when I cam...
Read full review in for the license. We started the test and she seemed determine to find flaws with my driving. She actually chastised me during the test for braking too suddenly. She spoke to me like a deliquent high school student, not a competent adult driver. She clearly likes telling people what to do and that may fly in the classroom, but not in the real world. One of the most unpleasant interactions Ive every experienced. The only reason I gave them 2 stars is because the owner of the company is very nice and followed up me directly after I called to voice my concerns. I re-took the test at the Kirkland location. They were much nicer.

Quality drivers ed experience, the classroom time was fun and informative, even despite zooms restrictions, and the driving instructors were very patient and helpful during the drives. I have my license now and for that I thank Defensive Driving School.

The instructor/s mostly Willow has clear guidance and communication skills during behind the wheel sessions. In a respectful and patient way, she points out my mistakes while driving and educated me to improve. I had called their office phone and it is always attended in a timely manner. Highly recommend.

Took my test here with a middle aged female instructor here. She was late and incredibly rude to me - judging from the other reviews, think part of the reason may have been I wasnt a student of hers. She spoke to me as though she would rather have done anything else than administered my test. Would not come again it was the worst experience with a driving school Ive ever had in my life.

One class with Willow Moon changed my life. She is truly the best. She taught me basics of driving so well in one class that I went back and started driving with my learners license on small roads just to finish the homework she gave me. But I never stopped driving after that. She taught me about the practical aspects for driving like space around the car, how to focus on my driving path etc so well that made me lose my irrational fears about driving. I am so glad i chose her randomly. Strongly recommend her if you are looking to ace driving with ease. I later on took another class with her to better prepare for my skills test and of course that was awesome too. Have my driving test today! Hope I get it.

Kizeni is the best instructor! I was so nervous and scared of driving but she is always patient and encouraging. She gave me all the confidence and also taught proper approach about driving. I m so thankful I have her as my instructor