SafeStart beginner education
Government-approved beginner driver education recognized by the insurance industry.
MTO-approved · Chatham-Kent
DriveWise Chatham-Kent
MTO-approved SafeStart, simulator labs, and one-on-one in-car lessons for new drivers and families.
MTO-approved SafeStart learning with simulator practice and true one-on-one in-car coaching in Chatham-Kent.
Government-approved beginner driver education recognized by the insurance industry.
Build confidence in rain, snow, traffic, and emergency scenarios before you drive on the road.
Students receive individual attention and are never placed in a car with other students.
Pickup and drop-off for in-car lessons at a convenient location within the city of Chatham.
Thank you, Chatham-Kent — Reader's Choice winners, 2013 through 2020.
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Programs for new drivers, seniors, professionals, and drivers who need focused remedial support.
SafeStart beginner driver education for new G1 drivers.
MTO-approved 40-hour blended classroom, online, and in-car program.
Practice weather, traffic, and emergency scenarios in a safe lab.
Confidence-building lessons and safety checks for mature drivers.
Skill development for drivers who need professional instruction.
Targeted coaching to rebuild safe habits and road confidence.
Education focused on distraction awareness and safer choices.
Compare packages, hours, and registration options in one place.
Professional driving instruction designed to get you road-ready with confidence. Packages follow our current registration form — taxes included.
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MTO-approved BDE
Blended beginner driver education with online theory, classroom, Homelink modules, and one-on-one in-car training.
Tax included
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Full course + road test
Full SafeStart program plus road test package support.
Tax included
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One-on-one coaching
One-on-one in-car lessons scheduled around your needs.
Tax included
Register & PaySafeStart is changing how beginners learn to drive — with interactive classroom tools, simulator labs, and individualized road instruction.
5 courses currently open for registration.
| Course | Dates | Days | Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOLD OUT COURSE #C2612 | JUNE 9 & JUNE 11 | TUESDAY & THURSDAY | 3:30PM TO 8:45 PM | Sold out |
| SOLD OUT COURSE #C2613 | JUNE 29 & JUNE 30 | MONDAY & TUESDAY | 9:00 AM TO 2:30 PM | Sold out |
| SOLD OUT COURSE #C2614 | JULY 6 & JULY 7 | MONDAY & TUESDAY | 9:00 AM TO 2:30 PM | Sold out |
| COURSE #C2615 | JULY 20 & JULY 21 | MONDAY & TUESDAY | 9:00 AM TO 2:30 PM | Register |
| COURSE #C2616 | AUGUST 6 & AUGUST 7 | THURSDAY & FRIDAY | 9:00 AM TO 2:30 PM | Register |
| COURSE #C2617 | AUGUST 17 & AUGUST 18 | MONDAY & TUESDAY | 9:00 AM TO 2:3O PM | Register |
| COURSE #C2618 | AUGUST 24 & AUGUST 25 | MONDAY & TUESDAY | 9:00 AM TO 2:30 PM | Register |
| COURSE #C2619 | SEPT 1 & SEPT 2 | TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM TO 2:30 PM | Register |
A major component of our Ministry-approved SafeStart program — practice skids, weather, congestion, and emergency responses with instructor coaching.
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Quick answers for parents and new drivers getting started.
You can begin classroom theory about a month before you turn 16. You must be 16 to apply for a G1 licence. DriveWise is an MTO-approved BDE course provider.
Courses are offered at 17 Dover Street, Chatham, Ontario. See the Safe Start schedule for current class dates and times.
10 hours online theory, 10 hours classroom, 10 hours Homelink modules, and 10 hours of one-on-one in-car training, plus simulator-based learning in class.
Yes. Full course fees or deposits can be sent by e-transfer. Include the student name in the message. You can also register and pay online through PayPal without a PayPal account.
Register online, call the office, or review upcoming classroom dates.