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We Offer; Convenient Location, Personalized Instruction and Friendly Service.
Open ClassesLocated in Downtown Lake Forest. NOW ENROLLING for 2026 Programs and WAIVER Program (Cooperative Testing) at Scout Driver!
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LAKE FOREST ACADEMY / SPRING 2026: Saturday 9:00 to 11:00 AM Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Package
***Classes held at Lake Forest Academy***
Drivers Education Information:
Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions
Dates:
January 24,2026 - May 16,2026
Time:
Saturdays 9:00 to 11:00 AM
- We teach defensive driving style
- Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
- Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
- Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
- Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
- All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
- We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension
**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)
$ 999
SPRING SELECT I; Saturdays 1:00 to 3:00 pm Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Package
****You are eligible for this class if you turn 15 before June 14, 2026***
Drivers Education Information:
Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour Behind the Wheel Sessions
Dates:
February 22,2026 through June 14, 2026
(February 22, March 1,8,15 April 5,12,19,26 May 3,10,17,31 June 7)
Time:
Saturdays 1:00 to 3:00 pm
- We teach defensive and vigilant driving style
- Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
- Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
- Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
- Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
- All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
- We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension
**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)
$ 999
SPRING SELECT II; Sundays 3:00 to 5:00 PM Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Package
****You are eligible for this class if you turn 15 before July 26, 2026***
Starts: November 2, 2025
Drivers Education Information:
Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions
Dates:
April 5, 2026 through July 26,2026
Dates: April 5,12,19,26 May 3,10,17,31 June 7,14,21,28 July 12,19,26
Time:
Sundays to 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
- We teach defensive driving style
- Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
- Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
- Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
- Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
- All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
- We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension
**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)
$ 999
SPRING 2026 CUSTOM: Classroom and Behind-the Wheel Package
Ultimate Flexibility;
Customize your Schedule - Never have to make up a class!
STARTS: January 2026
Drivers Education Information:
Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions
Dates:
Consecutive (Sequential) Class Model:
Attend all classes according to your schedule. Students have 9 months to complete the requirements and will be able to schedule class sessions that fit their calendar; classes are taken in consecutively
Available Class Times:
Saturdays 1:00 to 3:00pm
or
Sundays to 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, or 3:00 to 5:00pm
- We teach defensive driving style
- Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
- Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
- Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
- Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
- All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
- We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension
**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)
$ 1199
Teen Behind-the-Wheel Only
Drivers Education Information:
Eight Behind-the-Wheel Lessons
Dates and Times:
Customized Lesson Schedule
- We teach defensive driving style
- One-on-One
- Eight BTW Hours (per IL requirement)
- Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
- All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
- We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension
**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)
$ 680
Teen Classroom Only
Drivers Education Information:
Fifteen 2 hour classes
Dates and Times:
Please see above for availability
- We teach defensive driving style
- Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
- Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
- Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
- All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
- We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension
**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)
$ 699
LAKE FOREST ACADEMY / FALL: Saturday 9:00 to 11:00 AM Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Package
***IN SESSION***
***Classes held at Lake Forest Academy***
Drivers Education Information:
Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions
Dates:
September through January - TBD
Time:
Saturdays 9:00 to 11:00 AM
- We teach defensive driving style
- Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
- Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
- Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
- Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
- All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
- We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension
**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)
$ 999
WINTER SELECT I; Sundays 3:00 pm to 5:00pm Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Package
***IN SESSION***
Drivers Education Information:
Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions
Dates:
November 2,2025 through March 15, 2026
Dates: November 2,9,16,23 December 7,14,21 January 11,16,25 February 8,22 March 1,8,15
Time:
Sundays to 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
- We teach defensive driving style
- Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
- Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
- Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
- Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
- All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
- We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension
**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)
$ 999
FALL SELECT II; Saturday 1-3 PM Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Package
***IN SESSION***
Drivers Education Information:
Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions
Dates:
October 18, 2025 to January 31, 2026
(Oct 18,25 Nov 1,8,15,22 December 6,13,20 Jan 10, 17,24,31, Feb 8, 15)
Time:
Saturdays 1:00 to 3:00 pm
- We teach defensive driving style
- Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
- Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
- Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
- Every detail from seat belt to spare tire
- All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
- We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension
**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)
$ 999
FALL SELECT I; Sundays 12:00 pm to 2:00pm Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Package
***IN SESSION***
Drivers Education Information:
Fifteen 2 hour classes / Eight 1 hour BTW Sessions
Dates:
September 7, 2025 to December 15,2025
(Sep 7,14,21,28 Oct 5,12,19,26 Nov 2,9,16,23 December 7,14,21)
Time:
Sundays to 12:00 to 2:00 pm
- We teach defensive driving style
- Limited class sizes ensure ample time for instruction and observation
- Thirty Classroom Hours (per IL requirement)
- Eight Customized Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons (per IL requirement)
- Every detail from seatbelt to spare tire
- All instructor cars are late model, top safety picks and DOT Inspected.
- We excel with every type of student; especially those with car or classroom anxiety or apprehension
**Included in package price are all Specialized Lessons (a $450 value)
$ 999
LEARN to DRIVE...AGAIN! - Adult Refresher Lessons
One Hour Lesson with Scout Driver Instructor.
We will address issues regarding driver safety to reassure adults and their families.
Components of these lessons include;
- Evaluation of Current Driving Ability
- Defensive Driving Skills Review
- Time and Space
- Vehicle Handling
- Hazard Recognition and Response
- Speed Management
- Personalized Instruction to Improve Areas of Need
- Practice Time to Keep Skills Sharp
$ 99
Individual Behind-the-Wheel Practice session 10-pack
These are private practice sessions designed to gain experience and improve skills and will count towards your 50 Hours of required practice time for an Illinois driver's license. Also if you; already took a class somewhere else, already have a driver's license, are over 18, or have an International document.
Good for;
- All ages 15+ especially students or parents that need confidence and reassurance
- Any experience level
- Counts towards 50 required hours"
- Nannies and Au Pairs
This is for a 10 - PACK of Individual behind the wheel lessons, one hour long each. 5 hours total.
$ 850
Individual Behind - The -Wheel Practice Session - 8 PACK
These are private practice sessions designed to gain experience and improve skills and will count towards your 50 Hours of required practice time for an Illinois driver's license. Also if you; already took a class somewhere else, already have a driver's license, are over 18, or have an International document.
Good for;
- All ages 15+ especially students or parents that need confidence and reassurance
- Any experience level
- Counts towards 50 required hours"
- Nannies and Au Pairs
This is for a 8 - PACK of Individual behind the wheel lessons, one hour long each. 5 hours total.
$ 680
Invividual Behind-The-Wheel Practice session - 6 Hour Pack
These are private practice sessions designed to gain experience and improve skills and will count towards your 50 Hours of required practice time for an Illinois driver's license. Also if you; already took a class somewhere else, already have a driver's license, are over 18, or have an International document.
Good for;
- All ages 15+ especially students or parents that need confidence and reassurance
- Any experience level
- Counts towards 50 required hours"
- Nannies and Au Pairs
This is for a 10 - PACK of Individual behind the wheel lessons, one hour long each 10 hours total.
$ 510
Specialized Lessons
-Tollway Drive
-City Drive
-Rural Highway Drive
-Situational Safety Session
-Personal Safety and Safety of Others Session