Safe Start Driving School (SAME OWNERS: Formerly Fresh Green Light Driving School)

Driving Schools

3121 Dundee Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062

About Safe Start Driving School (SAME OWNERS: Formerly Fresh Green Light Driving School)

Fresh Green Light Driving School is a professional and caring business, well-known for their thorough and trustworthy services. They have been highly praised by parents and teenagers going through the "rite of passage" of driving. The staff, including Fern, are described as polite, attentive, and responsive. The company has experienced rapid growth, leading to some operational hiccups, but they work hard to resolve any issues. Many families have used their services for multiple children, appreciating their communication and the overall job done well. The school has a clear curriculum and provides written feedback on driving lessons, making it easier for parents to track progress. Customers have highlighted the ease of scheduling and the supportive nature of the instructors, especially Joe, who has been recognized for putting students at ease and helping build their confidence. Families have expressed satisfaction with the school from start to finish, making it a top choice among local driving schools.

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  • May 2026

    We had some extraordinary circumstances around obtaining a drivers license. With every step of the way Safe Start and all the employees helped us and were very knowledgeable. They helped us troubleshoot and honored their committments. When our child received his drivers license, the road test examiner expressed how impressed she was with our child's driving and wanted to know who taught him. Safe Start driving instructors are the best. ...thank you.

  • Mar 2026

    Kudos to the Safe Start team! I passed my road test at the DMV yesterday and the proctor said I was one of the best drivers he had for the day. šŸš—šŸ„¹

    I only practiced driving seriously for about 3 months. I enrolled at Safe Start this January and that was also my first time driving on the main road. Even though I had 4 different instructors during my 8 hours of lessons, I can say it was all worth it.

    I’m originally from the Philippines and moved here to the US a little over a year ago. The traffic rules are night and day compared to what I’m used to, so I was really anxious, especially since I had never driven any vehicle before.

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  • Feb 2026

    Formerly known as Fresh Green Light. New owners renamed facility as Safe Start to train Drivers Ed classes to Teens and Adults. Classes offered in 15 weeks. Class instruction is 2 hours. Great team to work with for your teen. The office has 2 packages for driving time with the instructors. Teens/adults do need to have a permit prior to start driving lessons. The office staff will work with you to schedule rides with the instructors. Driving classes are offered weekdays and weekends in Northbrook and Lincolnshire.

    The agency will work with you if your teen/adult has special learning skills and/or IEPs.

Hours

Monday: 9AM - 5PM
Tuesday: 9AM - 5PM
Wednesday: 9AM - 5PM
Thursday: 9AM - 5PM
Friday: 9AM - 5PM
Saturday: 9AM - 3PM
Sunday: Closed

Location

3121 Dundee Rd, Northbrook

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