The things parents ask us first.

You must be at least 15 years and 9 months old to receive a learner's permit from the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration.

Students must be at least 15 years old to attend driver education classes.

No. A permit is not required to attend classes at Beltway Driving Academy. However, the behind the wheel portion cannot begin until you receive your learner's permit.

The course is 30 hours of classroom and 6 hours of behind the wheel training. Classes run 3 hours a day, Monday through Friday, for 2 weeks, and the driving is done in three 2 hour lessons.

Students under 25 must complete at least 60 hours of practice with a parent or adult coach who is over 21 and has held a license for at least 3 years. Students over 25 must complete a minimum of 14 hours with an adult who meets the same requirements.

Students under 25 must carry a valid learner's permit for at least 9 months violation free before they are eligible for the MVA road test. Students over 25 must carry one for at least 45 days violation free.

After you complete a certified driver education course, complete your driving practice hours violation free, and complete the required waiting period.

No. The driving school has MVA approved vehicles that are used for all driving lessons.

No. We do not provide transportation to class, or to and from the behind the wheel lessons.

The first behind the wheel lesson will not be scheduled unless the student has held a learner's permit for at least 4 months.

Students are assessed during their first lesson. We encourage at least 20 hours of practice with a parent or driver coach beforehand.

Only one driving lesson can be scheduled per week, so the student has time to practise in between.

For June, July or August, book at least three weeks ahead of the date you want. During spring and summer, allow up to 90 days to complete the behind the wheel portion.

All students meet their instructor at 3012 Mitchellville Road, Bowie MD 20716. All lessons begin and end at the Bowie office.

Your child must have made up any missed classroom sessions, passed the final classroom exam, and payment must be complete.

By the end of the third lesson the student must pass the evaluation with 80% or higher. If more time is needed, a one hour evaluation lesson can be scheduled at an additional cost of $75.

Dress appropriately for in-car lessons. No strapless tops, halters, or short skirts and shorts. Shoes should fit securely on the foot, so no slides or flip flops.

Completion is submitted to the MVA electronically once the behind the wheel portion is passed. Allow the MVA two business days to receive and process it. The MVA does not accept paper certificates.