Safe Driving. Confident Future.
Ottawa 1-ON-1 Driving School teaches new and experienced drivers the skills for life and prepares them for the road ahead. Our name says it all: every in-car hour is private, with an instructor focused entirely on you.
Safe driving
Make smart decisions on every road. We teach you to read traffic, anticipate hazards and leave yourself room.
Confident driving
Build skills, gain confidence and drive with pride. Calm coaching turns nervous beginners into steady drivers.
For life
Good driving habits last a lifetime. Passing the test is the start, not the finish line.
Small school, undivided attention
Truly one-on-one
Every in-car hour is private. No sharing the lesson, no waiting in the back seat.
MTO approved
Our BDE course meets Ministry of Transportation standards and earns you the official certificate.
Patient, professional instructors
Calm, experienced and licensed instructors who teach skills for life, not just for the test.
Bilingual instruction
Lessons in English or French, so you learn in the language you are most comfortable in.
Pick-up and drop-off
We come to your home, school or workplace anywhere in Ottawa. Included with every lesson.
Road test ready
Practice the actual routes around Ottawa test centres and take your test in our car.
Frequently asked questions
Anything we missed? Call 613-762-6845 or send a WhatsApp message.
What is the BDE course and is it MTO approved?
Beginner Driver Education (BDE) is the Ministry of Transportation approved 40-hour driver training program for new drivers in Ontario. It combines 20 hours of classroom instruction, 10 hours of flexible home-link study and 10 hours of in-car lessons with a licensed instructor. Our course is MTO approved.
How does BDE help me get my G2 sooner?
With a G1 licence you normally wait 12 months before taking the G2 road test. Completing an MTO-approved BDE course reduces that wait to 8 months.
Will I save money on car insurance?
Most Ontario insurers offer a discount to new drivers who hold an MTO driver training certificate. Ask your insurer for the exact amount. Your certificate is recorded on your driver history once you complete the course.
Do I need a G1 licence before I start?
You need a valid Ontario G1 licence before your in-car lessons begin. You can start the online classroom portion right away and complete your G1 knowledge test in the meantime.
Do you pick me up for lessons?
Yes. Pick-up and drop-off at your home, school or workplace is included with every in-car lesson across Ottawa.
Can I use your car for my road test?
Yes. Our G2 and Full G road test packages include a 1-hour warm-up lesson right before the test and use of the school vehicle for the test itself.
Do you offer lessons in French?
Yes. Our instructors are bilingual and lessons are available in English or French.
Are payment plans available?
Yes. Flexible payment plans are available for the BDE course. Call us and we will set up a schedule that works for you.
Ready to get behind the wheel?
Call, text or message us on WhatsApp. We will recommend the right package and book your first lesson.