Teen & Adult Driver’s Education in Westminster, CO
Community Driving School offers state-certified driver’s education for teens and adults in Westminster, CO. Whether you’re starting from scratch, need behind-the-wheel training, or are ready for your license test, we provide everything you need in one convenient location. Choose your path below to get started.
Choose your path below to get started.
SERVING WESTMINSTER AND THE GREATER DENVER METRO AREA
Our Westminster location on Wadsworth Parkway serves students throughout the Denver metro area. As a trusted drivers education school since 2010, we’ve helped thousands of teens and adults earn their Colorado driver’s license with confidence.
NEW COLORADO GRADUATED DRIVER’S LICENSE LAWS – APRIL 2026
Colorado’s updated Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) laws now require the 30-hour driver’s education course for all teen drivers through age 18. If your teen is working toward their license, make sure you know exactly what’s required before you register.
TEEN DRIVER’S EDUCATION COURSES
We administer the Colorado Driver’s License Test at our Golden location. We’ll test in one of our vehicles or yours with one passing attempt. Community Driving School is a DMV-approved third-party Colorado Driver’s License Testing facility.
Check Out Our Teen Courses Below
Colorado requires teen drivers to complete a 30-hour classroom course before getting their license. Our in-person course covers defensive driving, traffic laws, basic and advanced vehicle maneuvers, and vehicle safety. Classes are held on weekends and split into four standalone days that can be taken in any order within six months, making it easy to fit into your teen’s schedule.
Note: 2026 GDL Update: Colorado now requires the 30-hour driver’s education course for all teen drivers through age 18 — not just those under 16.
Prefer online learning? Our partnership with DriversEd Colorado offers a self-paced 30-hour course that mirrors our in-person program. Your teen completes all Colorado-required topics from home on their own schedule, with interactive content covering driver habits, new vehicle safety features, and rules of the road.
Real-world driving instruction in our company vehicles equipped with safety brakes and extra mirrors. Our certified instructors teach steering control, traffic law compliance, and safe driving techniques. Training is completed within three months and includes one certified third-party drive test.
Fulfills Colorado driver’s education requirements for teens ages 15½ to 16. Covers rules of the road, signs, roadway markings, decision-making, and the dangers of texting and drinking while driving. Includes the written permit test. Held monthly on Zoom from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm.
A hands-on training day at the Jefferson County Fair Grounds. Teens learn tire changing, jump-starting a vehicle, checking and adding fluids, skid control with an instructor in a controlled slide, and distracted driving simulation using golf carts with drunk goggles and texting simulations. Available as an add-on to any teen package.
We administer the Colorado Written Permit Test and Driver’s License Test right here in Westminster. Testing is available Monday through Friday by appointment with no testing on Thursdays. Test in your own vehicle starting at $70, or use one of our company vehicles for $80.
Parent Safe Driving Workshop
COMING SOON: Online Format
Our Safe Driving Workshop helps parents build confidence and model smart driving habits. This self-paced online course will cover:
- Proper mirror setup
- Understanding your instrument panel
- Applying the IPDE strategy
- Searching vs. scanning techniques
- Key vehicle knowledge & maintenance tips
- C.O.M.M.U.N.I.T.Y. driving method
This convenient online workshop is perfect for parents coaching teen drivers. Check back soon!
Defensive Driving Class
COMING SOON: Online Format
Our online defensive driving class is designed for drivers 55 and older seeking insurance discounts, those with court-ordered requirements, teen drivers wanting additional training, and adult learners. Complete the course on your own schedule from home. If you’re enrolling to satisfy a court requirement, please check with your court prior to signing up to confirm this course meets your specific obligations.
Check back soon for more details.
ADULT DRIVER’S EDUCATION IN WESTMINSTER, CO
Whether you’re a new driver, returning to driving after time away, or need to retest, our adult programs are built around your experience level. There’s no need to stress. Our patient, certified instructors customize each lesson to your comfort level and learning pace, teaching you the defensive driving skills and road awareness you need to drive safely and confidently in Colorado.
The Starter Pack
Starting from scratch? This all-in-one package includes permit preparation, a written permit test, 6 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction, and one drive skills test attempt. We guide you from your first step to your driver’s license. Behind-the-wheel hours are completed within three months.
Price: $659
The Standard Pack
Already have your learner’s permit? This package includes 6 hours of one-on-one driving training with an experienced instructor and one certified third-party drive test attempt. Our instructors teach you the tips, techniques, and defensive driving skills you need to operate any vehicle with confidence. Behind-the-wheel hours are completed within three months.
Price: $614
The Premium Pack
Need more practice time? Get 10 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction with a certified instructor and one drive skills test attempt. Perfect for drivers who want extra training or need to address specific concerns. Behind-the-wheel hours are completed within three months.
Price: $929
ADULT DRIVER’S LICENSE TESTING IN WESTMINSTER, CO
Community Driving School is a DMV-approved third-party testing facility in Westminster, CO. Take your Colorado Driver’s License Test in a calm, supportive environment with clear instructions from our certified examiners. Test in your own vehicle starting at $70, or use one of our company vehicles for $80. We also offer testing for drivers with interlock devices and those needing DUI/DWAI retests.
Testing is available Monday through Friday by appointment with no testing on Thursdays. Please call to schedule your driving test.
Have questions? Contact us today.
HOW IT WORKS: GETTING YOUR COLORADO DRIVER’S LICENSE
FOR TEENS:
- Choose Your Course – Select in-person weekend classes or online self-paced learning
- Complete 30 Hours of Classroom Instruction – Four standalone sessions that can be taken in any order within six months
- Pass Your Written Permit Test – Administered at our Westminster location with two attempts included
- Behind-the-Wheel Training – Complete 6 hours of driving instruction within three months
- Pass Your Driver’s License Test – Take your road test in Westminster with one attempt included
FOR ADULTS:
- Select Your Package – Choose based on whether you have a permit or are starting from scratch
- Permit Preparation (if needed) – Prep materials and written test with two attempts
- Behind-the-Wheel Training – 6 or 10 hours of personalized instruction completed within three months
- Pass Your Driver’s License Test – Schedule your road test at our Westminster location with one attempt included
WHY CHOOSE COMMUNITY DRIVING SCHOOL IN WESTMINSTER, CO
Community Driving School has been training teen and adult drivers in Colorado since 2010. Our state-certified instructors bring extensive expertise to both classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, helping students throughout the Littleton area build the skills and confidence they need to succeed.
As a DMV-approved third-party testing facility, we offer everything in one place. You get permit prep and classroom courses, behind-the-wheel training, and license testing all at the same location. No need to coordinate between multiple providers or travel to different locations.
We’re committed to providing thorough, professional education in a flexible, convenient format.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long does the Colorado Driver’s Education course for teens take?
Colorado requires a 30-hour classroom course and 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training for teen drivers. The classroom portion is split into four standalone days that can be taken in any order, either consecutively or spread over a few weeks. Behind-the-wheel hours are completed within three months.
How do the new 2026 GDL laws affect my teen?
Colorado’s updated GDL laws, effective in 2026, extend the 30-hour driver’s education requirement to all teen drivers through age 18. Previously, only drivers under 16 were required to complete the full classroom course. Other core requirements remain in place: a 12-month permit hold, 50 hours of supervised driving (10 at night), passenger restrictions during the first year of licensing, and a midnight–5 a.m. curfew.
Can I take the driver’s license test in my own vehicle?
Yes. You can take the Colorado Driver’s License Test in your own vehicle starting at $70, or use one of our company vehicles for $80 at our Golden location.
How many attempts do I get for the driver’s license test?
Each package includes one attempt at the Colorado Driver’s License Test. Contact us about additional attempts.
Does Community Driving School administer the permit test?
Yes. We administer the Colorado Written Permit Test at our Westminster location. The fee is $40 and includes two attempts. Testing is available Monday through Friday by appointment with no testing on Thursdays.
What is the 4-Hour Driver Awareness Course?
The 4-Hour Driver Awareness Course fulfills the classroom requirement for teens ages 15½ to 16 as part of Colorado’s Graduated Driver’s License law. It covers rules of the road, signs, roadway markings, decision-making, and the dangers of texting and drinking while driving. The course includes the written permit test and is held monthly on Zoom from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm.
Are you a DMV-approved testing facility?
Yes. Community Driving School is a DMV-approved third-party Colorado Driver’s License Testing facility in Westminster, CO.
Do you offer online driver’s education?
Yes, we offer a self-paced 30-hour online teen driver’s education course through our partnership with DriversEd Colorado.
Where is Skills Day held?
Skills Day is held at the Jefferson County Fair Grounds and includes hands-on training in tire changing, jump-starting, fluid checks, skid control, and distracted driving awareness.
Do you offer testing for drivers with special circumstances?
Yes. We provide testing for drivers with interlock devices and those needing DUI/DWAI retests at our Westminster location.
Ask about our $25 Friends and Family discount on teen packages.
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