This website can be automatically translated into Spanish. Top right-hand side.
Este sitio puede traducirse automaticamente al Espanol; labo superior derecho.
LOCATED: Minns' Law building, North from Bissonnet St and South from US-59. Use South entrance (in case of rain use Main entrance under pavilion.) Use Door Ringer on office door for immediate communication.
"Always striving to learn ways to better serve you!"
Only one of three schools in the Houston area that do in-person classroom. Our classes include both classroom and driving with additional drives for less money that most schools charge using the online program.
DUE TO SEVERE FLOOD WARNING UNTIL THURDAY, JUNE 18 THE TWO CLASS FOR 15 AND 16 JUNE ARE POSTPONED: CLASSES WILL END ON TUESDAY, 7 JULY 2026
NEXT TEEN CLASS, Summer 1 2026 STARTS ON 22 June until 7 July, 2026. (due to weather)
You have two options come from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. or 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
We still have a few openings more for the A.M. class
FOR SUMMER II CLASSES sign up before 10th of July and get the 2023 price of $ 390
Any teens under 18 years of age need to get VOE (Verification of Enrollment) from their school office within the last week and prior to the end of the school year. (You can get the form from our school)
Past students who have not completed classes or Road Test will recieve test messages reflecting status of their program. If you have turned 18 need to renew permit and complete the class, reenstate to complete the class if passed the contract date or take the Adult Permit Class instead.
9119 S Gessner Rd, Ste 119 Houston, Texas 77074
Email: sharpstowndriving@yahoo.com
Normal office hours: Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
During school year Teen Classes: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Summer Classes: 11 a.m. - 1 pm or 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Normal Driving hours Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Adult Permit Class (Saturday/bi-monthly): 8:25 a.m. to 6 p.m.
(Twice a month on scheduled Saturdays once in English and in Spanish)
(Clases Teoricos para Adultos una vez por mez un Sabado)
Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and other times as scheduled by appointment
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We offer In-classroom and In-car classes for both teens and adults.
Register & pay early to recieve discounted price; ask about our buddy system.
Choose from the Menu (left hand side top):
Home: Basis information and updates on classes and weather
We Dare to be Different: extras we offer
Teen Classroom & Driving Info: Complete information
Adult Classroom & Driving Info: Complete information
Authorized DPS Road Test Infomation
On-Line vs In-class Info: Why we don't recommend online classes
Safety & Well Being Statement: Full transparency we have cameras in the parking lot, the building,
inside and outside of the vehicle
WE ARE LOOKING FOR A FEW GOOD INSTRUCTORS!
Teen Drivers Education Choices
In-Class vs Online
Knowing the law, is NOT enough
We must learn why the law is what it is, but also
know how to apply what the law states
The vast majority of online programs leave a lot to be desired and do not teach what driving schools are required to teach. Secondly, the vast majority of parents should not teach their children to drive, anymore than most spouses should not teach each other how to drive.
Many people barely pass the Road Test with a grade of a 70, which is in the neighborhood, that is why:
Many can not handle larger streets, downtown, the Galleria area, parking, u-turns, islands in the middle of the road, or the freeway. And the reason is that most people and many instructors cannot answer the following questions:
Before you move:
Do you know what is around you?
Where do you want to go?
Where are you going to stop?
How are you going to get there?
THIS IS WHAT WE TEACH
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How early do you signal to turn? Why is it that distance? Do you know how to apply the law?
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How to steer and accelerate with the best control.
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How to understand your centered in your lane.
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How to understand how to be behind the stop line or stop sign.
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How to properly creep up to the curb line.
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When to turn on signals.
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How to understand the intersections.
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How many stops signs you may have and understand ROW (right of way).
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How to properly clear intersections.
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How to parallel park in the simplest manner.
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How to understand your blind spot and your true blind spot.
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What is your void area?
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How to safely leave a parking lot.
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How to properly turn at medians in the road.
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How to properly turn under freeways.
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How to safely turn on islands.
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How to enter and exit safely on the freeway.
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How to control vehicle and make lane changes.
NOT BEING ABLE TO ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS MEANS THE DRIVER IS NOT BEST PREPARED TO DRIVE IN BUSY, FASTER, OR HIGHLY TRAVELLED INTERSECTIONS AND STREETS
There are three ways for a teen up to 17 or +18 to get their permit
In-Classroom, Online 2nd Party, or Online Parent Taught
a. BEST OPTION IN-CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION
Although the classroom classes is only as good as the instructor, even the not so good schools teach you better. In the classroom, it covers many more topics and is more in depth than when taking an online course. In short, online classes are cheaper and a short cut method of getting a very poor education for your child. Don't you want the best opportunity to get the best knowledge skills for your child.
b . 2ND OPTION ONLINE TEEN PROGRAM
There are two ways to take classes online, both are required to have parents contact TDLR and get authorization to register for the classes.
The first option of Online program is that not parent taught only covers the classroom portion. The driving portion should be done by a driving school, the DE-964 Certificate should be transferred to the school doing the driving portion of 7 hours driving/7 hours observation required by the State of Texas. Drive times are upon availability our students take priority.
c. ONLINE PARENT TAUGHT PROGRAM
For Parent taught program where the parents is responsible for the entire program.
What is required for DPS and Third Party Road Test:
Permit, corrective lenses if required, the completion certificate (PT from on-line provider), the classroom instruction log, the 14 hour 7&7 drive log, and the 30 hours behind the wheel log, the Texas Impact Teen Driver Certificate (within 90 days of viewing), no crocs, sandals or flip flops
Bring all your required documents and just do the Road Test for $75.00 or $100.00 with a prep.
If you feel that your child needs for experience driving with a professional school then:
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$ 50 an hour or
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$ 310 for 7 hours driving and 7 hours observation
All packages come with free orientation
Drive times are based upon availability of our school and our students take priority
We regret that we no longer offer online programs, not happy with the providers. If you do use an online program, research them well, and make your choice.