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The Best Driving School in ConnecticutNot sure where to start? 
Check out our step-by-step guide to getting your driver’s license in Connecticut.

Why Choose The Next Street?

65+
Convenient Locations

17+ Years
in Business

20K+ New Drivers
Every Year

90% Driving Tests
Pass Rate

The Most Driving School Class Offerings in Connecticut

Affordable Prices

We offer flexible payment plans to make our outstanding program accessible to every family’s budget.

Full Driver’s Education Program

Our recommendation for all new drivers.

  • 30 Classroom Hours, all taught live on Zoom
  • 8 Hours of Driving Lessons
  • Fulfills all of CT State Requirements
  • Teen must hold permit for 120 Days

8 Hour Safe Driving Course

  • The minimum class requirement for new drivers in CT.
  • All classes are held virtually via Zoom.
  • New classes start daily. Classes can be taken in any order at any day or time that they are held
  • Can be completed in one 8-hour day (adults only), two 4-hour sessions or four 2-hour sessions.
  • Includes all state requirements, including the Parent Class and Drug & Alcohol Class.

Driving lessons

Private, one on one driving lessons

  • Sold in 2 hour increments
  • Lessons are available 7 days per week from 8am – 9pm from any of our over 60 locations
  • Always one-on-one with our professional (and awesome) instruction staff..

Test at One of Our Locations

  • Avoid going to the DMV! The DMV inspector comes to our classroom location.
  • A Next Street Testing Host is on site to answer any last minute questions and help calm any nervous feelings.
  • Use our car!
  • We handle the paperwork!
  • After you pass, the DMV will mail your driver’s license to you within 7-10 days.

Our Driving Lessons & License Testing Services

We offer professional driving lessons and Connecticut license testing services designed to help adults and teens move confidently from permit to road test. Our certified instructors focus on real-world driving skills, safe decision-making, and clear preparation for success behind the wheel.

As a trusted CT driving school, we provide personalized behind-the-wheel training and convenient testing options at select locations across the state.

Find the classroom, lesson, and testing services that are right for your driver education needs

Our Connecticut Driving School Locations

From Enfield to Greenwich and just about everywhere in between, we offer more than 65 convenient pick-up and drop-off locations across Connecticut.

If you are searching for driving lessons near you, our statewide network makes it easy to find a location that fits your schedule and connects you directly to booking, class availability, and DMV road test services in your area.

Our Driving School Schedules

Learning to drive should fit your life, not disrupt it. That is why our driving school offers one of the most flexible scheduling options in the state, with a wide variety of lesson times available every day of the week, including evenings and weekends.

Portal for Current Students

Our user-friendly Student Portal gives you full control over your driving lesson experience. Students can launch online classes, manage lesson schedules, add services, and make payments in one secure place.

Fanatic Customer Service

We have a local customer service team available in our Connecticut Headquarters via phone, email and chat. We are here to help make getting your license easy!

Choosing a Driving School in Connecticut

Finding the right CT driving school is about more than just availability. You want experienced instructors, convenient locations, flexible scheduling, and clear road test preparation.

The Next Street serves students statewide with professional driving lessons, Connecticut license testing services, and supportive instruction designed to build long-term confidence behind the wheel. Whether you are a teen starting with a learner’s permit or an adult preparing for a road test, you can explore driving lesson availability and scheduling details at locations across Connecticut to find the option that works best for you.

Students looking for complete information about state requirements, classroom instruction, and Safe Driving Practices courses can learn more about our Connecticut driver’s education programs and how they support the path from permit to license.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the requirements to get a driver’s license in Connecticut?

For drivers under 18, Connecticut requires completion of a state-approved driver education program that includes classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training. The exact number of hours depends on the program selected, but most include at least 8 hours of safe driving practices plus supervised driving time. Adult drivers are not required to complete formal driver education, but often choose professional driving lessons to prepare for the DMV road test.

Do you need to go to driving school to get a license in CT?

In Connecticut, driver education requirements depend on your age and experience. Drivers under 18 must complete a state-approved driving school program that includes classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel training, and an 8-hour Safe Driving Practices course before becoming eligible for a road test.

Adults who have never held a driver’s license are required to complete the 8-hour Safe Driving Practices course before obtaining a Connecticut driver’s license. While adults are not required to complete a full driver education program, many choose professional driving lessons in Connecticut to prepare for the road test and build confidence behind the wheel.

How many hours of driving school are required in CT?

New drivers of any age in Connecticut must take an 8 hour safe driving course to be eligible to test for their driver’s license.

You can add lessons and tests to the 8 hour course, or you can enroll in our full program that includes 30 hours of classroom learning and 8 hours of private driving lessons.

Do I need a car for CT driving school?

No, you do not need your own car to take driving lessons in Connecticut with The Next Street. We provide modern, dual-control vehicles for all behind-the-wheel instruction to ensure safety and proper training.

If you are preparing for your Connecticut road test, eligible students may also use a properly equipped The Next Street vehicle and receive instructor sponsorship, helping make the testing process smoother and less stressful.

Can I take my driver’s license road test with The Next Street?

Yes. The Next Street offers Connecticut license testing at select locations, allowing eligible students to take their DMV road test in a familiar setting using a properly equipped vehicle.

How do I schedule Connecticut driving lessons?

Scheduling driving lessons in Connecticut is simple with The Next Street. Students can enroll online or by phone, depending on the level of support they prefer.

After selecting a convenient The Next Street location, you can view available lesson times and book driving lessons directly through our website based on your schedule. Our flexible options make it easy to get started and stay consistent as you prepare for your road test.

Why choose The Next Street for driving lessons in Connecticut?

The Next Street is a family-owned Connecticut driving school offering flexible scheduling, experienced instructors, modern dual-control vehicles, and convenient locations statewide. Our structured approach helps students move confidently from permit to road test.

What Clients Say About Us

Self Service Gives You 24/7 Access To Your Program

And if you’re one that prefers not to talk to customer service, you can manage your own program. We offer easy online enrollment, scheduling and rescheduling of classes and lessons, pay your bill, and manage your license test all from Our Student Portal.

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