F.A.Q.
- What is the cost of the course?
- The cost of the course is $325. This includes all classroom and behind
the wheel instruction. All textbooks are also included in this price.
- Where are classes held?
- All classes are held at Cole Valley Christian High School in Meridian.
The address is:
200 E. Carlton
Meridian, ID 83642
- Is the instructor licensed and insured?
- Yes. Greg Wood is licensed, insured, and certified by the state of
Idaho. He has over 13 years of experience with adults and teens in both
public and private driver education.
- How do I sign my child up?
- More information can be found here. You will
need to download the registration form and mail it to Treasure Valley
Driving School.
- How can I contact you?
- All our contact information is provided on this
page. Office hours are from 8am to 8pm Mon-Sat.
- What kind of car does the instructor use?
- The driver education vehicle is an aspen green, fully-loaded, automatic
2005 Toyota Camry LE. An additional brake has been installed on the
instructor's side as required by law.
- When are classes held?
- Classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 6:15pm to
8:45pm at Cole Valley Christian High School. Dates and times are subject to
change as deemed appropriate.
- What is the length of the class?
- Our driving class is 6 weeks long with 30 hours of classroom
instruction, 6 hours of observation, and 6 hours of behind the wheel
training.
- What if my child misses a class or a drive that is not an excused,
school-related absence?
- If you child has an unexcused absence, then they must make up the work
and a $25 fee will be assessed for each class session missed. A $20 fee for
each driving session missed.
- What is required for my child to pass the course?
- A minimum satisfactory grade of 80% (B-) or better in the classroom, a
75% (C) or better while behind the wheel, including a minimum score of an
85% (B) on the final road exam, and must meet a satisfactory attitude score.
A failed final road test will result in a $20 retake fee that cannot be
taken any sooner than 3 days after the previous road test.
- How/When will my child get his/her permit?
- You must be at least 14.5 years of age by the time of the first class
session and have your permit. A parent/guardian must accompany their child
in order to obtain a permit. An original birth certificate, social security
card/number, letter of compliance from their school, and their student ID
card must be presented before a permit will be issued.
- Where can my child get a permit?
- A permit can be obtained at any
Idaho DMV
location. Please be aware of office hours, as they vary among different
locations.
- Who is allowed to take this course?
- Teens at least 14.5 years old are allowed to obtain a permit. Any adults
who need to get their license or just want a refresher course are welcomed
as well.
- How can an adult get their license?
- An adult must obtain a permit and take the written test at the DMV.
Contact your local DMV for appropriate documentation.
- How can I ensure a spot in the class?
- To reserve a spot in the class, you will need to mail a $50
non-refundable deposit to Treasure Valley Driving School, 8512 Pembrook
Dr., Boise, ID 83704.