Driving Schools near South San Francisco

“Very professional! My instructors were also super friendly and helpful. I totally recommend these guys if you’re in the market of getting a motorcycle license.“

“Thanks Roy for all your help. I passed my test my first time after a few lessons with him.“

“Albert was a great instructor. He worked with my son, including driving near the DMV neighborhood. My son past in his first try. Will be back with my second child soon. Thank you!“

“I’ve had the privilege of learning from Yancarlos, one of the best instructors I’ve ever encountered. He is calm, patient, and highly knowledgeable, an absolute pleasure to drive with. Even when I made mistakes, he remained composed and took the time to explain not just what went wrong, but how to approach it correctly next time. He genuinely cares about his students’ success and is consistently encouraging. ?

One of his recurring reminders is: “see the bigger picture while driving, scan your surroundings periodically, and approach the road with a fresh mind—like a lettuce” ??. It’s a quirky, endearing piece of advice that somehow sticks with you, just like his calm and encouraging presence.

He also often reminds you not to overthink, especially when you know you’re following the rules, and encourages you to take your time and claim your space on the road. For new drivers like me, who get anxious when others honk or rush, his calm reassurance makes all the difference. His thoughtful and supportive teaching style made every lesson feel safe, enjoyable, and even fun. I truly looked forward to each session, and I’ll genuinely miss driving with him. ❤️

The driving school itself is also excellent and well worth the investment. The website is user-friendly, making it easy to book multiple appointments. The staff is responsive, and they offer flexible payment options to accommodate different needs ☺️. Overall, a 10/10 experience and I wholeheartedly recommend this school to anyone learning to drive.

Thank you, Yancarlos!“

“Great driving school and instructors! They were easy to contact and communicate with. Shane, who handles the scheduling, is very responsive and answers all inquiries and efficiently. Lessons are very convenient since they pick you up and bring you back to your meet up point/home.

I booked 3 adult lessons and the day of test review/assistance. Phillip, the driving instructor is patient and thorough. He knows how to teach and has very in-depth knowledge about driving in the Bay Area. He makes sure that you are skilled and confident before taking the test. He gave good tips ans I was able to pass the 1st time. Not only does he make sure you are ready for the test day, he also makes sure that you are comfortable to drive beyond the test (freeway, parking, backing, driving, etc). I was very scared on my first day, but now I feel more safe and secure with driving. The driving lessons were well worth the time and money. I would definitely recommend Phillip and Manila Bay Area and Fil-Am Driving to anyone looking for driving lessons.“

“I am making the transition to hand controls for my car. As part of this, I recently took an initial evaluation / driving lesson with Derrick. He was great. He patiently showed me the different types of hand controls, how they work, and answered my questions. I then went on a driving lesson with Derrick in his car that is outfitted with hand controls. This initial visit was very thorough, taking about two hours. I now have a sense of how hand controls work, the various options available, and what will and won’t work for me. Overall this visit was very useful; I don’t know how I would’ve figured it all out without Derrick’s help. I highly recommend him.“

“I had a great time taking lessons with Colin. He's very flexible and helpful with your schedule and goals. Definitely recommend.“

“Took a lesson and the test the same day the instructor Andrew was great at identifying what I needed to work on and within 2 hrs I passed my driver test would recommend“

“Lee was very knowledgeable and punctual. Kept me updated on my son's driving skills. Passed on the first try!“

“The class was very useful to prepare and pass my test. I had failed it once and the second time after taking the class I had everything much clearer.“

“I love the way James taught me. I passed my test in the first attempt. He is an amazing instructor. He taught all the basics really well and made me confident enough to pass the test.

I'd highly recommend him to anyone.“

“I just enrolled with this program. Enrollment process was fair and easy. Calling, having to schedule an appointment for intake and filling out paperwork....it wasn't much of a hassle. I've seen negative reviews mostly on this business and funny yet it wasn't my first pick. But since I had no other option I had to enroll (given courts timeframe demand although I could've extended it). I was very iffy on the location since it's right next to AmTrak and the location seemed very desolate. They are very stern on scheduling and enrollment (most of the reviews are because of rudeness and poor customer service) so missing an appointment set them and YOU back. A spot that's reserved and drops out affect the other person that needs that spot to meet requirements. As serious as they are, you have a responsibility to uphold your requirements when enrolling with them. They take it just as seriously. Intake is very straightforward, evaluations are done, welfare is considered on personal situations and most importantly meeting the person's court mandated deadline. Aside from payment plans, deposits and flexible ways to pay... you must follow the conditions set. When I started my first lesson it was a very valuable experience to remember. They care about you but if you waste your time let alone theirs well consider it "touché.“

“I had a great experience with Annex Driving school. The instructor was helpful and very knowledgeable on the driving test and what the testers look for.“

“Took 3 lessons and learned a lot. Great school. The fees is not a lot and they prepare for test and learning. Instructor pushes you to do better. Appointments are easy to get to.“

“Amazing. Instructor Kenny has saved my life. I had driving lessons with a different driving school in the area and was terrified I won’t pass, because the teacher was really bad. Kenny saved the day. Just two lessons with him helped me pass on my first try. Good communication, clear instructions, and listened to my concerns. Can’t recommend him enough.“

“Ron was great! My wife and I passed the test with him. He gave us great advice before the test.“

“I had a great experience with Daniel as my driving instructor. He is a very patient teacher and it did not take long until I was ready to pass the test. 5/5!!“

“I had excellent lessons with both Rita and Arturo! Rita is patient, knowledgeable, and encouraging, while Arturo is equally skilled and has a talent for using metaphors that build confidence and enhance the process of becoming a more proficient driver. I took (and passed! ?) my driving test with Arturo and couldn’t thank him enough. I highly recommend them both!“

“The instructor is so nice and patient and he makes me enjoy driving so much I overcome the fear of driving and got my driver license at the first attempt. Thanks a lots“

“Guerrero is an extremely experienced driving instructor. He doesn’t just teach you to pass the test but he is determined to ensure you drive the right way. I really appreciate his effort and wish him all the luck. He was always punctual and extremely sweet.“