Redlands has 1 DMV-licensed driving school and its own DMV field office on West Lugonia Avenue. The licensed schools in Highland, San Bernardino and Yucaipa are the nearest alternatives and are listed below with distances. San Bernardino County has about 20 licensed schools in total. Teens aged 15½ to 17½ need the 30-hour drivers ed course and a learner’s permit before the first lesson.
Redlands driving schools at a glance
Compare Redlands driving schools
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| School | Current license since | 6-hr price | Per hour | DMV test car | Pickup | Languages | Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1Guardian Angel Driving SchoolLic. E4007 | 200323 yrs | 3.6★74 reviews | $425 | $71 | unknown | unknown | English | Mon-Fri 12 - 6 PM · Sat-Sun Closed |
Current license since = the date the California DMV issued the school's current occupational license (public record). A school that re-licensed under a new owner or business entity shows the newer date, so it is a license-record fact, not years in business. Prices and hours are as stated on each school's own website or listing and change without notice; confirm before booking. Per hour = stated package price divided by package hours.
Guardian Angel Driving School
Guardian Angel Driving School is a Redlands driving school that offers behind-the-wheel driver's training in 2-hour lessons and an online driver's education course. Its website lists service to Redlands, Yucaipa, Loma Linda, Highland, San Bernardino and nearby cities. The school says it opened in May 2003.
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License data from CA DMV public records; verify independently. Online-only providers licensed in Redlands are excluded here because they don't offer local in-person lessons. Spot something wrong? Report an issue with a listing.
More driving schools near Redlands
Redlands has one licensed school, so most families also compare these DMV-licensed schools in neighboring cities, listed nearest first with straight-line distance from Redlands.
| School | City | Distance | Current license since | 6-hr price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanctified Driving SchoolLic. E0775 | San Bernardino | 4.9 mi | 2026first year | under 5 reviews | $425 |
| A Plus Driving SchoolLic. E0210 | San Bernardino | 4.9 mi | 20232 yrs | 4.4★32 reviews | $575 |
| H and G Best Driving SchoolLic. E0307 | Highland | 5.3 mi | 20242 yrs | 5.0★176 reviews | $499.99 |
| First Time DriverLic. E4269 | Yucaipa | 6.8 mi | 200520 yrs | 4.8★286 reviews | $435 |
| Nellies Driving SchoolLic. E2529 | Moreno Valley | 7.2 mi | 198145 yrs | 4.9★34 reviews | call |
| AB Driving SchoolLic. E4302 | San Bernardino | 7.9 mi | 200718 yrs | 4.7★181 reviews | call |
Distances are straight-line from the Redlands listing; driving time varies. Each linked city page compares every licensed school there.
What behind-the-wheel lessons cost in Redlands
California requires teens to complete 6 hours of professional behind-the-wheel instruction. Redlands's licensed school lists the 6-hour package at $425, about $71 per hour. The 30-hour drivers ed course that earns the learner's permit is a separate cost; online it is $44.99.
How a teen gets licensed in Redlands
- At 15 and a half, finish the DMV-approved 30-hour drivers ed course. Online it is $44.99 and self-paced; it earns the certificate the DMV needs for a permit.
- Book a permit appointment at the Redlands DMV or San Bernardino DMV office, bring the drivers ed certificate, proof of identity and residency, and pass the 46-question knowledge test.
- Hold the permit at least 6 months and log 50 hours of supervised practice, 10 of them at night.
- Complete 6 hours of professional behind-the-wheel with a DMV-licensed school in or near Redlands (compare the listings above).
- Book the road test at the Redlands DMV or San Bernardino DMV office; several local schools rent a car for the test if the family car is not suitable.
Teen driver? Start here
Behind-the-wheel comes after drivers ed.
California teens 15½ to 17½ need the DMV-approved 30-hour course first. That is what earns the permit these lessons require.
How to choose a driving school in Redlands
- Confirm the school's DMV license is active (verify link on every listing) and note how long the current license has been held
- Ask whether the price includes the full 6 hours behind-the-wheel, and what a DMV test car costs on top
- Check pickup and drop-off from home or school, and how lessons are scheduled (2-hour blocks are typical)
- Compare Google ratings against review count; a 4.9 from 200 reviews says more than a 5.0 from 6
- Ask about instructor experience, dual-brake vehicles and lessons in your language if needed
- For teens: finish drivers ed first so the permit is in hand before the first lesson
Redlands driving school FAQ
- How many DMV-licensed driving schools are there in Redlands?
- 1. Every school listed here holds an active California DMV occupational license and teaches behind-the-wheel in person; San Bernardino County as a whole has about 20. Because Redlands has a single licensed school, the page also lists the 6 nearest licensed schools in neighboring cities, with distances.
- How much do behind-the-wheel lessons cost in Redlands?
- Among Redlands schools that publish a price, the 6-hour behind-the-wheel package runs $425 to $425, roughly $71 per hour. A car for the DMV road test is usually a separate add-on. The 30-hour drivers ed course that earns the permit is a separate cost; online it is $44.99.
- Where do I take my driving test near Redlands?
- The nearest DMV field offices are Redlands DMV (1659 W Lugonia Avenue, Redlands 92374, about 1.7 miles from the center of Redlands) and San Bernardino DMV (1310 N Waterman Avenue, San Bernardino 92404, about 6.9 miles from the center of Redlands). Knowledge and road tests are by appointment at dmv.ca.gov.
- Which Redlands driving school has held its DMV license the longest?
- Guardian Angel Driving School, whose current DMV license dates from 2003. That is the date the DMV issued the license the school holds today; a school that re-licensed under a new owner shows the newer date, so treat it as a license-record fact rather than years in business.
- Do I need drivers ed before behind-the-wheel lessons in Redlands?
- Teens 15 and a half to 17 and a half do. California requires a DMV-approved 30-hour drivers ed course before the learner's permit, then 6 hours of professional behind-the-wheel instruction from a licensed school like the ones above, plus 50 hours of supervised practice. Adults 18 and over can book behind-the-wheel lessons directly. The online drivers ed course is $44.99.