You're in the drivers seat with Skillful
At Skillful Driving School, we’re passionate about helping new drivers navigate the road to success. Our mission is to provide expert instruction, personalized training, and a positive learning environment to ensure that our students have the knowledge and confidence to become safe and skilled drivers.
Our Features
Proven Results, Skillful Driving
At Skillful Driving School, we offer a variety of programs to fit all your driving school needs, from beginner drivers to road test preparation. Our certified instructors provide expert instruction and personalized training to ensure your success on the road.
16-Year Old Program
This program is specifically designed for 16-year-olds. It includes 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training with one of our certified instructors, as well as taking the knowledge test (if you haven’t taken the test at your school), and all the required MVC paperwork.
Driving Instruction
Our driving lessons are tailored to meet the needs of each individual student, whether they are new to driving or just need some extra practice. Our instructors will provide personalized instruction to help students become comfortable and confident on the road.
Road Test Preparation
We will fine-tune your driving skills and provide invaluable tips to help you pass your road test. There’s knowing how to drive and then there’s knowing how to pass a Road Test. We’ll prep you, so there are no surprises on the big day.
Road Test Service
We provide door-to-door service with one of our vehicles to take the test with. Our instructor will give you invaluable tips and guidance while you wait on line. Of course, our vehicles are equipped with all the MVC requirements.
2500+Per Year
New Drivers On the Road
25,000+Per Year
Driving Instruction Hours
20+
Experienced Instructors
40+
Townships Served
About Us
Be a Pro on the road, Skillful is here for you
With Skillful Driving School, your safety and long-term well-being are our main goals. We will ensure that by the time you take and pass your road test, you will be driving with apparent confidence and competence. We have been in business since 2001. Our methods of instruction have been honed to fine razor-sharp perfection. It is our pleasure and mission statement that we pass this knowledge on to each and every one of our students. Our warm, caring, and professional instructors are here for you.
Testimonial
What Our Clients Say?
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Services & Pricing
Customized training for every level
At Skillful Driving School, we provide expert and personalized instruction to help students achieve their driving goals. From obtaining a learners permit, to becoming a licensed driver, our range of services caters to all skill levels. Let us help you become a confident and safe driver, browse our programs and schedule your lesson today.
Knowledge Test
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For 16 Year Old's who have not taken the written test at their school. We'll even drop off a study guide when we pick-up your paperwork.
16-Year Old Program
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New Jersey law requires 16-Year old's six hours of driving with a licensed driving school, prior to keeping possesion of a Learners Permit.
One Hour Lesson
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Our one hour lesson is an individual lesson with one of our certified instructors.
(2 hour minimum for areas out of Lakewood)
Two Hour Lesson
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With two hours, you'll get plenty of time to get that repetition of driving manuvers, that is all that important when learning how to drive safely and with confidence.
Road Test Service
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We use late model and easy to handle vehicles so that you have the best advantages possible going your way when you take your road test.
Road Test/Refresher Combo
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Our road test prep includes teaching the student how to parallel park, k turn (3 point turn), reverse, as well as training the student to apply all of the rules and habits which the examiners are looking for.
Where We Work
We service Ocean & Monmouth Counties
Following is a partial list of places we service: Asbury, Bayville, Beachwood, Belmar, Berkeley, Brick, Brielle, Deal, Dover, Eatontown, Elberon, Farmingdale, Forked River, Freehold, Howell, Jackson, Lacey, Lanoka Harbor, Lakewood, Lakehurst, Long Branch, Manalapan, Manasquan, Manchester, Marlboro, Millstone, Neptune, New Egypt, Perrineville, Plumsted, Point Pleasant, Ramtown, Seaside heights, South Toms River, Toms River, Wall, West Long Branch. For a complete list, you may contact us via email ([email protected]), or at (732) 363-0410
Frequently asked Questions
Common Questions, Clear Answers
Need quick answers? Check our FAQs for common questions or contact us for more information.
What is the process of obtaining a New Jersey permit for 16 year olds?
In an effort to keep this simple, we’ve written a step-by-step guide to the boring legal process. Check it out HERE
What is the process of obtaining a New Jersey permit for someone who is 17 years old or older?
In an effort to keep this simple, we’ve written a step-by-step guide to the boring legal process. Check it out HERE
Are your instructors certified?
Of course! Our instructors are certified by New Jersey at MVC, fingerprinted, background checked, and provided with 40 hours of in-car training. Our vehicles are equipped with dash cams and GPS trackers to ensure the safety of all of our students.
What do I need to bring along with me on the day of the road test?
You’ll need ONE of the following primary documents
U.S.Passport
Original Birth Certificate with a raised seal
Non-Driver Id from NJ DMV
Glasses or contacts if worn
Of course, a permit is required as well.
Good luck!
What townships do you serve?
We service Ocean and Monmouth Counties. Following is a partial list of places we service: Asbury, Bayville, Beachwood, Belmar, Berkeley, Brick, Brielle, Deal, Dover, Eatontown, Elberon, Farmingdale, Forked River, Freehold, Howell, Jackson, Lacey, Lanoka Harbor, Lakewood, Lakehurst, Long Branch, Manalapan, Manasquan, Manchester, Marlboro, Millstone, Neptune, New Egypt, Perrineville, Plumsted, Point Pleasant, Ramtown, Seaside heights, South Toms River, Toms River, Tuckerton, Wall, West Long Branch. For a complete list, you may contact us . Call or text @ (732) 363-0410.
Take a look at our coverage map HERE
What is the best way to reach the MVC?
You can contact the NJ State Department of Motor Vehicles at 609-292-6500 or visit them on the web at http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/
What are the advantages of having a driving school drive me to my road test?
What are the advantages of going to a driving school for a road test? Aside from the fact that Skillful driving has a great reputation at all of the Road test locations for bringing well-prepared students, a specific car is also required for a road test which we will be able to provide for you with all of the requirements. A road test service also provides the convenience of door-to-door service and transportation to road test locations that can be 30 or more minutes away, saving parents time away from their other responsibilities.
