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Helping You Get the Driving Experience You Need


"A different kind of Driving School"

Sharpstown Driving School in Houston, TX, offers driving education services for teenagers and adults who don't just want to get their license, but to learn how to be the best driver they can be. Our services are affordable for the best quality instructions you can receive. We also offer payment plans, assisted learning, along with incentives for our Teen Program. We are looking for those who want to get the best available instructions and are eager to learn to become the best and safest possible driver.  

 

TEEN INFORMATION

State of Texas Requirements: 32 hours of classroom & 7 hours of driving

Anyone from 15 to 24 may take this course. 

We give you up to 9 hours of driving not 7 without and additional charge.

 

$50 DEPOSIT to register

See Prices details under "Services" below.

Our Special Prices range from $385 -$430. 

Please pay by deadline to avoid additional fees.

Cost includes Classroom and Driving

The Road Test is separate.

for Teen in Top of Class Road Test is free; have average of 95 and over and pay $25.

Additional Drive Hours (more than the 10 hours we offer): $25 for Classroom students

Teen Only: 7 hours driving & orientation class/prep ......... $299

Ask about additional discounts school, buddy system, etc.

 

 

 

ADULT INFORMATION

Adult Permit Theory Class Regular Price $145

Call about Special Price of $135 by registering early.

 

GENERAL INFORMATION OF SERVICES PROVIDED:

     - Assist in completing DPS forms and requirements

     - In Car Driving (both novice and experienced movers)

     - DPS Practice/Sample Test (Evaluation $50/drive student $25)

     - DPS Test Partnered with TPST

     - Texas Impact Video (viewing & printing certificate) $ 25

     - DPS ROAD TEST (by appointment) $75 (use our vehicle plus $25) (Evaluation $50)

 

 

Our Services

Teen Drivers Education

Class times 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

The Teen Class is mandatory for ages 14-17 but is optional and may  be taken in lieu of the Adult Permit Class up to 24 years of age. Texas State Requirements: 32 hours in Classroom and 14 In-Car. (7 hours driving and 7 hours observing*) 



Sixteen classroom lessons totaling 32 hours, which is NOT just teaching driving rules and regulations. In depth breakdown of:

  • why the law and regulations are what they are
  • how to understand and handle your vehicle
  • handling turns, lights, curves, entering/exiting neighborhoods, urban areas, Downtown and on Highway/Freeway
  • how to deal with adverse conditions, trains, emergency and special situations like getting pulled over by Police Officer or confronted with Road Rage
  • Basic car maintenance
  • Types of Parking
  • Buying cars and Insurance
  • The latest updates from Austin
ALL this is just the tip of the iceberg- we offer incentives and prizes and teach in an unique manner!
  1. AFTER the third day of class, students will take the written test, so they can go to the DPS for their Permit. We strongly recommend teens DO NOT drive with their parents or adults until after they have driven with the Driving School.
  2. 14 hours In- Car: The driving program is a total of 14 hours that is seven driving hours and seven observing hours. *May include 3 extra hours for qualified students. When available we drive before and after classroom hours/on weekends and holidays. Option is given to hold last lesson as a review lesson before probation period ends. Presently  observation hours are waived. There is no cost for observation hours.
  3. If you owe money of any kind or have missed classes, you may have to wait to get your driving permit or drive hours. We have six months to complete driving. We strive to complete driving within 60 days of the last classroom date.
After the School requirements are met:
  1. Teens are to drive with their parents/guardian/authorized adults and fill out a 30-hour log. Log no more than one hour per day, driving both day and nighttime. Daytime is before 6 p.m. and nighttime is after 6 p.m. 
  2. Person must have a valid driver's license to do the student driving.
  3. Additionally, prior to taking the Road Test at the end of their probation period they must see the Teen Impact Video and print out the certificate within 90 days of taking the Road Test on their computer. (If you need help ask us.)
  4. COME VISIT/see what we offer that other schools DO NOT!

TEEN DRIVERS ED SCHEDULE

 

Fall I 2023

15 September thru 6 October

 

Fall II 2023

1 November thru 21 November 

 

Winter I 2023

13 December thru 6 January

 

**Class hours: 7-9pm

 

Note: Due to limited space, a required $50 reservation fee has been included in the total price.

Call or come in to receive some of our special payment plans:

  • Special Package "A": $385 (if total paid week prior to first day)
  • Special Package "B": $390 (if paid prior to or by the first day of class)
  • Payment Plan "C": $399 (if paid by last day of class)
  • Payment Plan "D": $430 (if paid prior to 45 days after first day of class) *

         Reverts to $460 if not paid by 45 days after 1st day of class

 

Cash & Zelle is free. $1 extra for every $50 charge applied

Ask about additional discounts/specials

6 Hour Adult Theory Permit Class

Class times 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
  • Mandatory for Adults ages 18-24, may be taken at an older age, a Six Hour Theory Permit Class followed by the written test. Test by Texas Law to be Administered only in English or Spanish.
  • ADULT 6 HOUR PERMIT THEORY CLASS
  • Biggest misunderstanding is that passing the Permit Class does ​not mean an individual is automatically ready for the Road Test.
  • Please be here 10 minutes before class starts.
  • Bring Texas ID/legal status documents, Social Security Card and paper for note taking.
  • Sign up early and receive Early Bird Price and Notes to Study: especially for non- English speaking clients.
  • Early Bird Price $ 135.00 Regular Price $ 145.00
  • Cash, Money Order or Credit Card (Credit card charge of $3) 
  • Coffee and tea is Free you are welcome to bring food and snacks or you can purchase them for a nominal cost.
  • Classes are offered usually on weekends, will expand during the Summer periodically.

ADULT DRIVERS ED SCHEDULE

 

ENGLISH

Dec 9

Jan 20

Feb 17

Mar 16

 

SPANISH (Espanol)

Dec 2

Jan 13

Feb 10

Mar 9

 

**Saturdays at 8:30am (times are subject to change)

 

 

Optional weekday 6 hours may be taken for a nominal fee if the schedule allows it.


IMPORTANT NOTES:

VOE expires 30 days after being issued, with the exception of Summer and must include the campus name and number on top.


 Students may not start the driving portion if there is a pending balance due


To cancel a drive, you must call within 24 hours before scheduled drive date to avoid a $20 No-Show fee.


We accept Cash, Money Order, Credit Card.

         - a $50 admin fee is kept in an event of withdrawal, non-attendance, or cancellation of contract. Balance to refund is prorated.



Ask about our Advanced Driving Techniques!

At Sharpstown Driving School, we strive to provide quality driving instruction at affordable prices. Our professionals are licensed, insured and bonded. We want to help you not only become a safe, knowledgeable driver, but the best possible driver you can be!


Contact us at (713) 272-7486 or email us at sharpstowndriving@yahoo.com to start you on your way to becoming a better driver.

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