Mariyanna Ramsey
7 months ago
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I love drive smart academy! I was so nervous never been on the road ever and drive smart helped me so much! So kind and patient.
TOP-RATED DRIVING SCHOOL IN GREENVILLE
Learn Smart. Drive Safe. Get Licensed.
Drive Smart Academy provides driver education, behind-the-wheel training, permit preparation, and road testing for teens and adults.
Licensed & insured instructors
Teen Driver Education
Adult/teen Behind-the-wheel-training
Permit Test
Permit Tutoring
Road Test
1,500+
Join our list of students who have successfully passed and gained the confidence to drive independently.
ABOUT DRIVE SMART ACADEMY
Empowering Safe & Confident Drivers
At Drive Smart Academy, our mission is to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset necessary to become safe and confident drivers through engaging, easy-to-understand instruction. Learn Smart. Drive S.M.A.R.T (Safely, Mentally, Accurately, Responsibly, & Tactfully)
Personalized Instruction & Convenient Testing
Skip long DMV lines with our certified testing services. Personalized instruction is tailored to each student’s unique learning style and pace.
Proven Curriculum
Learn from SC certified professionals who prioritize confidence, safety, and success through state-approved classroom and driving instruction.
Student reviews
What students say about Drive Smart Academy
OUR SERVICES
Driver training for teens and adults at every stage
Featured Packages
Road Ready
Already have your permit? Let’s get Road Ready! The SMART Road Ready Package is designed for teen drivers who already have their learner’s permit and are ready to complete South Carolina’s required Driver’s Education training.
$450 / package
Featured Packages
The S.M.A.R.T. Confidence Builder
Perfect for new or inexperienced drivers who need extra time behind the wheel.
$700 / package
Recommended
Teen Drivers
Teen Driver’s Ed (In Person)
Teens completing classroom driver’s education in person.
$400 / class
Teen Drivers
Teen Driver’s Ed (Online)
Teens who prefer the approved online classroom course.
$400 / class
Teen Drivers
Teen Behind-the-Wheel Training
Teens needing behind-the-wheel lessons and progress tracking.
$300 / class
Adult Drivers
Permit Services
Testing
Road Test / DMV Alternative
Road skill examination designed by Drive Smart Academy that requires actual demonstration of the ability to control a vehicle, understand traffic laws, and parallel parking .
$50 / class
Additional Services
Refresher Course + Road Test
Drivers who need a confidence tune-up before testing.
$120 / class
Southside High Permit Prep
This permit course is exclusively for Southside High students to give them the knowledge and confidence they need to pass the permit test — while reinforcing safe driving habits from the very beginning. Students will cover everything they need to know to pass the SCDMV permit test — all in a fun, interactive, and supportive environment. The cost of this class is $30.00 At least $15.00 must be paid to secure a seat in the class.
$30 / class
New students start here
A smooth road from beginner to confident driver
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Choose a service
Pick the package or class that matches your goals - teens, adults, permit, or road test.
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Register and pay online
Complete the form, then pay online securely. You’ll get a receipt and next steps by email.
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Schedule and train
Our team contacts you to schedule training. Complete lessons at your pace with certified instructors.
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Road test when eligible
When you’re ready, schedule the SCDMV road test and get licensed with confidence.
98%
First-time pass rate
10,000+
Driving hours
1,100+
Students trained
300+
Positive reviews
PRICING PLANS
Choose the best plan to help new drivers succeed
Already have your permit? Let’s get Road Ready! The SMART Road Ready Package is designed for teen drivers who already have their learner’s permit and are ready to complete South Carolina’s required Driver’s Education training.
$450 / package
- 5 driving lessons
- Dual-control car
- Flexible scheduling
Your complete pathway from Permit to License!
$500 / package
- 30 driving lessons
- Door-to-door pickup
- Unlimited mock tests
- Priority instructor choice
Perfect for new or inexperienced drivers who need extra time behind the wheel.
$700 / package
- 20 driving lessons
- Mock test & exam routes
- Progress tracking
- Test-day support
MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
Patient, highly trained, and fully certified instructors
JaCinda
Lead Instructor & Owner
Beginners & nervous drivers
Onesha
Driver Instructor & Administrative Specialist
Teen & adult training
DRIVING ARTICLES
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Guides
Defensive Driving Habits Every New Greenville Driver Should Learn
Learn essential defensive driving habits to ensure safety on the roads of Greenville, SC.
Test tips
7 things to check before your driving test
Most failed road tests in Greenville come down to five minutes of preparation that never happened. Here is…
Test tips
Parallel parking, broken into four fixed reference points
Stop guessing where the curb is. These four markers work in almost any sedan.
Get in touch
Ready to Drive Smart? Start Your Journey Today
Take the first step toward safe, confident driving. Tell us a little about you and we’ll handle the rest.
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Call us (864) 775-7522
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Email us [email protected]
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Visit us 29 Ridgeway Dr Rm# A4
Greenville, SC 29605