Confident driving starts here at the Best Driving School in Scarborough, trusted in your neighbourhood.
Learning to drive in Scarborough requires real-world experience, from navigating multi-lane roads like Lawrence Avenue East or the 401 to mastering quiet residential zones in Woburn, Agincourt, and West Hill.
At Drivezee, our goal is to help you become a safe, confident driver through MTO-approved instruction, personalized feedback, and practical, hands-on training in Scarborough’s unique driving environment.
Whether you’re a first-time learner, new to Canada, or returning to driving after a break, Drivezee meets you where you are.
You’ll receive guidance from certified instructors who understand the local roads, testing routes, and real challenges drivers face across Scarborough.
Why Drivezee Is the Right Choice for Scarborough Learners?
Local Instructors Who Know Scarborough
Our instructors live and teach in Scarborough. They understand traffic near Scarborough Town Centre, merges at Kingston and Brimley, and quiet spots in Guildwood and Malvern.
They teach how to handle TTC zones like Neilson Road and busy areas near Thomson Memorial Park.
Lessons are updated regularly to reflect new traffic lights, construction, and local road changes.
MTO-Approved Curriculum with a Local Focus
Our program includes:
20 hours of online theory with Scarborough-based examples and real driving scenarios.
10 hours of homelink assignments that involve route planning and reflection.
10 or more hours of in-car lessons that start on quiet roads and move to highways, using familiar places like McCowan Road and the Civic Centre.
Straightforward Pricing and Flexible Packages
Single lessons start at $85 plus HST.
Save up to 15 percent with 5, 10, or 20-hour lesson bundles.
No surprise charges. All pricing includes lessons, car rental, and warm-ups.
Cancel for free with at least 24 hours’ notice. Less than 24 hours will result in a one-hour charge.
Complete Road Test Support
Practice full mock tests using real Metro East DriveTest routes.
Rent a fully insured vehicle and take a warm-up session just before your exam.
After your test, get a detailed review. If you pass, we guide your next steps. If not, we help you improve and prepare for a retest.
Health and Safety Measures
All vehicles are cleaned before and after each session.
Instructors and students follow current safety guidelines, including masks and hand sanitizer.
Temperature checks are recommended before each lesson.
Experienced, Certified Instructors
All instructors are MTO-certified and have at least five years of local driving experience.
They receive monthly training on new traffic laws, teaching methods, and Scarborough-specific updates.
COMPLETE YOUR BDE with Drivezee Driving School- The Best BDE Course Provider
- Get Confident Behind the Wheel with practical & technical knowledge
- Learn with the Best Driving Instructors
- Get Certified by Ministry of Transport Office
- Affordable Pricing without hidden charges
Drivezee Services & Course Offerings
Beginner Driver Education (BDE) – MTO-Approved Program (20 Hours Online Theory)
Includes 20 hours of online theory with interactive lessons on traffic rules, signs, and defensive driving.
Scarborough-specific examples help students understand local driving conditions. Quizzes and real-life scenarios build quick thinking.
10 hours of homelink assignments let students plan routes (like from Scarborough Town Centre to Port Union) and reflect on their driving. Instructors review these to guide your progress.
10+ hours of in-car lessons:
Lessons 1–2: Basics like adjusting mirrors and smooth braking on quiet streets.
Lessons 3–4: Three-point turns and backing between cars.
Lessons 5–6: City driving, turning at busy intersections.
Lessons 7–8: Highway merging and exits.
Lessons 9–10: Parking and emergency stops.
Finishing the BDE lets you take your G2 test in 8 months and may lower your insurance.
Hourly & Custom Driving Lessons
Single-hour sessions for quick practice—like parking or checking blind spots.
Lesson bundles (5, 10, or 20 hours) for steady learning at lower rates.
Add-on modules:
Highway Masterclass (2 hrs): Merging, overtaking, and safe spacing.
Winter Driving (2 hrs): Snow, ice, and slippery roads.
Night Driving (1.5 hrs): Glare control and night-time visibility.
G2 & G Road Test Prep + Car Rental
Mock test (1–1.5 hrs): Practice real test routes—turns, lane changes, and parking with a checklist.
Test-day rental (30–45 min): Use our dual-controlled car and get a quick warm-up near the test centre.
Post-test feedback:
If you pass: Celebrate and plan next steps like highway driving.
If not: We review what went wrong and schedule practice to improve.
Refresher & Specialized Programs
Refresher lessons for returning drivers or newcomers. Start with a skill check, then focus on real challenges like traffic or detours.
Special coaching for seniors or those with special needs. Step-by-step guidance, slow-paced learning, and simple routes to build confidence.
Scarborough Driving Landscape & Key Practice Zones
Scarborough spans from the lakeshore to the 401, encompassing diverse driving conditions. Here are some core zones we use:
Scarborough Practice Areas
Scarborough stretches from the lakeshore to Highway 401, offering a wide range of driving environments. We train in key zones to help students build real-world skills.
Scarborough Town Centre Area
We use roads like McCowan, Ellesmere, and Provost. Students practice entering and exiting mall lots, handling busy crosswalks, and merging across multiple lanes.
Morningside and Kingston Corridor
Training happens on Kingston Road, Morningside Avenue, and Port Union. Focus areas include TTC bus stops, sudden lane reductions, and bike lane awareness near Guildwood GO Station.
401 and DVP Highway Zone
Students learn how to merge onto Highway 401 from Markham Road and exit at the DVP near Lawrence East. Lessons cover high-speed lane changes, safe spacing, and smooth braking.
Residential Neighborhoods
We often practice in areas like Woburn, Bendale, Highland Creek, and Agincourt Fairview. These sessions build skills like full stops, tight turns, parking in small driveways, and parallel parking.
East Scarborough Plazas
We train in plazas such as Eglinton Square, Sedgemoor Village, and Brimley Village. These lessons focus on parking lot driving, reverse parking, angle parking, and spotting pedestrians.
School and Hospital Zones
Students practice near places like Centennial College, Scarborough Health Network, and local schools. Training includes obeying speed limits, watching for crossing guards, and smooth rolling stops.
Let’s Get You Driving Safely in Scarborough!
Student-Centric Tips for Scarborough Driving
Stay in Your Lane
On multi-lane roads like Lawrence Avenue, pick the correct lane early and stay in it until after your turn. For a right turn onto Neilson Road, merge near Bellamy Road well before the intersection.
TTC Bus and Streetcar Safety
On Kingston Road, keep a safe gap from TTC buses and signal early before merging into bus lanes. On Eglinton Avenue, slow down near streetcar tracks and stay ready for sudden stops.
Watch for Pedestrians
In busy areas such as Scarborough Town Centre and Thorncliffe Park, expect jaywalkers. Slow down at least 50 metres before uncontrolled crosswalks near schools like St. Margaret’s Elementary or Woburn Collegiate.
Obey School Zones
Speed limits drop to 30 km/h on Lawrence East and Morningside Avenue during school hours. Always stop for crossing guards at places like Sir Robert Borden High School.
Winter Driving Prep
Practice gentle braking on lightly salted roads in Guildwood and Highland Creek. Learn to detect and handle black ice on slopes around Cranston Park.
Roundabouts and Traffic Circles
At roundabouts near the Scarborough Civic Centre, yield to traffic in the circle, check mirrors often, and signal clearly before you exit.
Underpasses and Bridges
Drive slowly over the Kingston Road underpass to handle dips and uneven pavement. On Conlins Road bridge approaches, be ready for sharp inclines and declines.
Scarborough Driving Landscape & Key Practice Zones
At the end of each driving lesson, you’ll get a short report that highlights your progress and areas to improve.
Skill Checkpoints
We check key areas like smooth steering, steady speed, regular mirror checks every 5 to 8 seconds, proper lane use, clear signals, and your parking skills. This includes parallel, angle, and reverse parking.
Next Steps and Practice Tips
You’ll receive clear guidance on what to focus on next. For example, “Work on early signaling before merging onto the 401 in the next lesson” or “Practice straight-line braking on quiet roads like Guild and Deanwood.”
Milestone Badges
To keep you motivated, you’ll earn badges as you grow. After five solid lane-change lessons, you get a “Highway-Ready” badge. Once you master ten parking maneuvers, you receive a “Parking Pro” badge.
This feedback system helps you see your progress and stay confident behind the wheel.
Community Involvement & Partnerships
High School Grad Discounts
Graduating students from Scarborough City School and West Hill Collegiate can get 10 percent off Beginner Driver Education packages through our school partnership program.
Newcomer Settlement Agencies
We offer subsidized driving lessons for newcomers connected with the Scarborough Centre for Immigration Services. These lessons are designed to ease the transition to Ontario roads.
Senior Safety Seminars
Free seminars are held every quarter at the Scarborough Civic Centre. These sessions focus on driving tips for seniors, including how to adjust your vehicle for comfort and where to find local support services.
Annual Road Safety Fair
Each spring, Drivezee sets up a booth at the Scarborough Town Centre Road Safety Fair. We offer free driving mini-assessments and share helpful resources for drivers of all ages.
Student Resources
We provide helpful tools to support your learning beyond the wheel.
Scarborough Off-Peak Practice Map
Download a PDF map that highlights quiet streets around Bellamy, Neilson, and Progress. It also includes parking lot suggestions like Eglinton Square Mall during weekday hours for low-stress practice.
Weekend Road Congestion Alerts
Access real-time traffic camera links for areas like the 401 at Morningside, 404 at Steeles, and the DVP at Lawrence. You’ll also get tips on alternate routes, such as using Old Kingston Road when Kingston Road is busy.
Insurance Saving Tips for New Drivers
Learn how to submit your Beginner Driver Education certificate to insurance companies to possibly lower your premium. Understand safe-driving discounts based on no-claim history, driving apps, and how often you drive each season.
Local Community Safety Workshops
Join free defensive driving webinars offered every few months in partnership with the Scarborough Civic Centre and Police Services Board. These sessions often include talks by local officers who share updates on things like new speed cameras or changes in school zones.
Recommended Apps and Websites
Use DriveTest Ontario for test bookings and location updates. Check TTC Service Alerts to avoid bus delays. Visit Ontario 511 for live traffic reports. Try the DriveTest Genius app for G1 practice tests with Scarborough-specific examples. Use the Google Maps traffic layer to plan your practice drives when roads are quieter.
Safety Protocols During Every Lesson
Vehicle Sanitation
We clean the car by hand after every lesson. That means wiping down the wheel, door handles, gear shift, seat belts, and anything else you might touch. We also do a full clean each day using safe, gentle products.
PPE & Distancing
Masks are a must for both you and your instructor. Hand sanitizer is ready to go, and we can give you gloves if you want them. Your instructor stays in the passenger seat and keeps a safe distance while still helping you learn.
Open-Air Instruction
We keep the windows slightly open when the weather’s nice to let fresh air in. It keeps things comfortable and helps the air move. If it’s a long lesson, we can take a short break between areas.
Health Screening & Scheduling
Our instructors check their health every day. We ask that you do the same. If you’re feeling off, just let us know. We’ll reschedule with no extra charge. Your safety comes first.
Low-Contact Communication
To keep things simple, we’ll send your lesson feedback by text or email. You can also book lessons and make payments online. It’s quick, easy, and safe.
Let’s Get You Driving Safely in Scarborough
From your first lesson on a quiet side street to merging confidently onto the 401, Drivezee is here to guide you one step at a time. Our comprehensive approach covers local nuances, structured
Serving All Major Scarborough Neighbourhoods
Agincourt | Bendale | Cliffcrest | Dorset Park | Guildwood | Highland Creek | Malvern | Oakridge | Rouge | Scarborough Village | Woburn | West Hill
- Choose Your Program (BDE, hourly lessons, test prep)
- Select Your Instructor (language, availability, background)
- Pick a Time & Location (we’ll meet you at a convenient spot—home, school, or work)
- Show Up & Learn (bring your G1 or valid ID, and a willingness to learn)
📞 Call: +1-888-386-1244
📧 Email:[email protected]
🌐 Book Online: www.drivezee.ca
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Areas We Serve
Bayview Village, North York
Cabbagetown, Toronto
Church-Wellesley Village, Toronto
Don Mills, North York
Downtown Toronto, Toronto
East York
Etobicoke
Kensington Market, Toronto
Leslieville, Toronto
Liberty Village, Toronto
North York
Parkdale, Toronto
Riverdale, Toronto
Scarborough
Toronto
York Mills, North York
Yonge and Lawrence, Toronto
Yonge-St. Clair, Toronto
Yonge–Eglinton, Toronto
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