EXCELeration Driving School
Bellingham, Washington
General Info
The DOL requires all students to pre-apply online at their website to create your Washington State ID number. Bring the ID number with you when you come to the driving school to register! Simply click on the link above to get started!
Reviews
katie Rylaarsdam
16 Oct 2024
REPORT
Had a great experience testing at the Lynden location. Rich was very kind and professional and made me feel at ease driving. Definitely recommend. Thank you!
Nick
6 May 2023
REPORT
As foreigner and adult, I must admit it was a really interesting experience especially considering the fact I was among teenagers))) nonetheless instructors are very experienced and with no accidents ...
As foreigner and adult, I must admit it was a really interesting experience especially considering the fact I was among teenagers))) nonetheless instructors are very experienced and with no accidents on their history. Very patient and really can teach! Highly recommend and not only for kids!
Tara Parr
8 Aug 2019
REPORT
Such an amazing experience, I'm well over 18, this was the only school I found that allowed an adult to join their full drivers ed course.
It gave me such a great foundation of knowledge around the ...
Such an amazing experience, I'm well over 18, this was the only school I found that allowed an adult to join their full drivers ed course.
It gave me such a great foundation of knowledge around the rules of the road, before I started I was so scared. Now I have my license and feel so confident!
LunaLightfoot
22 May 2019
REPORT
Went there in 2017. Very laid-back instructor who will make sure you know everything you need to know but won’t create a stressful environment. Lots of practice tests and availability for retakes. Cla...
Went there in 2017. Very laid-back instructor who will make sure you know everything you need to know but won’t create a stressful environment. Lots of practice tests and availability for retakes. Classes actually aren’t too boring and there is a break in the middle. Snacks are cheap and/or free. Only possible gripe is seating, but that is CERTAINLY excusable because of the destructive nature of some high schoolers. It’s easy to make up missed days and scheduling your own drives is pretty easy and flexible. Great place.
Sage Scott
23 Feb 2018
REPORT
Very good experience testing with this school. The owner was easy to talk to and made me feel very comfortable. He also provided professional insight on what I need to work on. 5 stars for sure, this ...
Very good experience testing with this school. The owner was easy to talk to and made me feel very comfortable. He also provided professional insight on what I need to work on. 5 stars for sure, this man wants you to succeed and be safe while you're at it. I would recommend testing with EXCELeration Driving School. 11/10
Sage O. Scott-McCoy
23 Feb 2018
REPORT
Very good experience testing with this school. The owner was easy to talk to and made me feel very comfortable. He also provided professional insight on what I need to work on. 5 stars for sure, this ...
Very good experience testing with this school. The owner was easy to talk to and made me feel very comfortable. He also provided professional insight on what I need to work on. 5 stars for sure, this man wants you to succeed and be safe while you're at it. I would recommend testing with EXCELeration Driving School. 11/10
Gulzar Rahman
1 Dec 2017
REPORT
Very friendly instructors. It's a great place.
Doozer's Daily
18 Sep 2017
REPORT
The owner is an excellent driving instructor, he is patient and knowledgeable. Highly recommend him.
Madeline Bechtold
22 Jul 2017
REPORT
I just wanted to send some good karma to EXCELeration Driving School in Bellingham for squeezing my daughter in as a walk-in for her driving tests today (07/21/2017).
We had originally planned to tak...
I just wanted to send some good karma to EXCELeration Driving School in Bellingham for squeezing my daughter in as a walk-in for her driving tests today (07/21/2017).
We had originally planned to take the test at Nelson Driving School because that's where my daughter took driver's ed last year. Unfortunately, Nelson was unexpectedly closed for an employee training.
So, we decided to try our luck at EXCELeration. We arrived around 1 pm but didn't know that the Friday early closing time was 1:30 pm. However, the instructor on duty let her take her tests anyway and was very kind to stay a few extra minutes for us. My daughter also reported that he was a competent and fair tester.
My daughter had been really dreading her driving tests, so it was wonderful to still be able to get them done today :) Thanks again!
Christine Olson
15 Feb 2017
REPORT
I am always happy with what this crew provides! I appreciate their flexibility working with our family's schedule, and treating teenagers in a respectful and empowering way. Thank you!
Huda Ahmed
23 Jan 2016
REPORT
Nice school. Tom guy is really nice guy!
A Google User
28 Apr 2011
REPORT
I came to Rich at Exceleration Driving School in Lynden because I was terrified of getting behind the wheel. I actually already had my driver's license from New York State (I'm 26 by the way), but nev...
I came to Rich at Exceleration Driving School in Lynden because I was terrified of getting behind the wheel. I actually already had my driver's license from New York State (I'm 26 by the way), but never needed to get behind the wheel there since the public transit was so efficient. Long story short, I had my license, never used it and as a result, I developed an irrational and crippling fear of driving that was preventing me from living the independent lifestyle I wanted.
Rich is an exceptional instructor; he is calm and clear in his instructions. I had tried learning with family members before but their nervous energy really stressed me out. Rich was very calm and patient and never once made me feel stressed out while I was behind the wheel. His style of teaching fit my style of learning very well and I found that I was very easily and quickly able to overcome my fears and finally gain the confidence I needed to become a better driver. I also learned to love the pick-up truck, which I thought would be an impossible feat when I learned that a Chevy Colorado would be my instructional vehicle!
All-in-all, Exceleration Driving School exceeded my expectations and I would very *highly* recommend Rich to anyone in need of instructional driving classes!
*I should also mention that although the previous poster said his particular drives were cut short, each of my classes actually ran longer than expected, by 15 minutes or more*
A Google User
22 Jul 2010
REPORT
Thanks to Shane at EXCELeration driving school I was recently able to pass my drivers test.
I am giving this review three stars because while the instruction was great:
1.) The positioning of the ba...
Thanks to Shane at EXCELeration driving school I was recently able to pass my drivers test.
I am giving this review three stars because while the instruction was great:
1.) The positioning of the back seats in the vehicles used were impossible to see over if you needed to check to the right for backing around a corner or parallel parking. I am tall (6'5") and if I couldn't see I could see a shorter person being challenged.
2.) I paid for six 2 hour sessions. I would say 4 of the 6 sessions we ended early by 20 minutes or more minutes. One day I was home 30 minutes early. So though I paid for 6 hours I really only got 5. I wouldn't be saying anything if it was just 5 minutes... but thats a chunk of time I feel could have been used to make me even better.
Shane is a very nice guy and told me if I had any questions I could call him. I appreciate that greatly and all in all, I would recommend the instructor.
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EXCELeration Driving School
Bellingham, Washington
1308 Meador Avenue
Bellingham Washington 98229
General Info
The DOL requires all students to pre-apply online at their website to create your Washington State ID number. Bring the ID number with you when you come to the driving school to register! Simply click on the link above to get started!
Reviews
katie Rylaarsdam
16 Oct 2024
Had a great experience testing at the Lynden location. Rich was very kind and professional and made me feel at ease driving. Definitely recommend. Thank you!
Nick
6 May 2023
As foreigner and adult, I must admit it was a really interesting experience especially considering the fact I was among teenagers))) nonetheless instructors are very experienced and with no accidents ...
As foreigner and adult, I must admit it was a really interesting experience especially considering the fact I was among teenagers))) nonetheless instructors are very experienced and with no accidents on their history. Very patient and really can teach! Highly recommend and not only for kids!
Tara Parr
8 Aug 2019
Such an amazing experience, I'm well over 18, this was the only school I found that allowed an adult to join their full drivers ed course.
It gave me such a great foundation of knowledge around the ...
Such an amazing experience, I'm well over 18, this was the only school I found that allowed an adult to join their full drivers ed course.
It gave me such a great foundation of knowledge around the rules of the road, before I started I was so scared. Now I have my license and feel so confident!
LunaLightfoot
22 May 2019
Went there in 2017. Very laid-back instructor who will make sure you know everything you need to know but won’t create a stressful environment. Lots of practice tests and availability for retakes. Cla...
Went there in 2017. Very laid-back instructor who will make sure you know everything you need to know but won’t create a stressful environment. Lots of practice tests and availability for retakes. Classes actually aren’t too boring and there is a break in the middle. Snacks are cheap and/or free. Only possible gripe is seating, but that is CERTAINLY excusable because of the destructive nature of some high schoolers. It’s easy to make up missed days and scheduling your own drives is pretty easy and flexible. Great place.
Sage Scott
23 Feb 2018
Very good experience testing with this school. The owner was easy to talk to and made me feel very comfortable. He also provided professional insight on what I need to work on. 5 stars for sure, this ...
Very good experience testing with this school. The owner was easy to talk to and made me feel very comfortable. He also provided professional insight on what I need to work on. 5 stars for sure, this man wants you to succeed and be safe while you're at it. I would recommend testing with EXCELeration Driving School. 11/10
Sage O. Scott-McCoy
23 Feb 2018
Very good experience testing with this school. The owner was easy to talk to and made me feel very comfortable. He also provided professional insight on what I need to work on. 5 stars for sure, this ...
Very good experience testing with this school. The owner was easy to talk to and made me feel very comfortable. He also provided professional insight on what I need to work on. 5 stars for sure, this man wants you to succeed and be safe while you're at it. I would recommend testing with EXCELeration Driving School. 11/10
Gulzar Rahman
1 Dec 2017
Very friendly instructors. It's a great place.
Doozer's Daily
18 Sep 2017
The owner is an excellent driving instructor, he is patient and knowledgeable. Highly recommend him.
Madeline Bechtold
22 Jul 2017
I just wanted to send some good karma to EXCELeration Driving School in Bellingham for squeezing my daughter in as a walk-in for her driving tests today (07/21/2017).
We had originally planned to tak...
I just wanted to send some good karma to EXCELeration Driving School in Bellingham for squeezing my daughter in as a walk-in for her driving tests today (07/21/2017).
We had originally planned to take the test at Nelson Driving School because that's where my daughter took driver's ed last year. Unfortunately, Nelson was unexpectedly closed for an employee training.
So, we decided to try our luck at EXCELeration. We arrived around 1 pm but didn't know that the Friday early closing time was 1:30 pm. However, the instructor on duty let her take her tests anyway and was very kind to stay a few extra minutes for us. My daughter also reported that he was a competent and fair tester.
My daughter had been really dreading her driving tests, so it was wonderful to still be able to get them done today :) Thanks again!
Christine Olson
15 Feb 2017
I am always happy with what this crew provides! I appreciate their flexibility working with our family's schedule, and treating teenagers in a respectful and empowering way. Thank you!
Huda Ahmed
23 Jan 2016
Nice school. Tom guy is really nice guy!
A Google User
28 Apr 2011
I came to Rich at Exceleration Driving School in Lynden because I was terrified of getting behind the wheel. I actually already had my driver's license from New York State (I'm 26 by the way), but nev...
I came to Rich at Exceleration Driving School in Lynden because I was terrified of getting behind the wheel. I actually already had my driver's license from New York State (I'm 26 by the way), but never needed to get behind the wheel there since the public transit was so efficient. Long story short, I had my license, never used it and as a result, I developed an irrational and crippling fear of driving that was preventing me from living the independent lifestyle I wanted.
Rich is an exceptional instructor; he is calm and clear in his instructions. I had tried learning with family members before but their nervous energy really stressed me out. Rich was very calm and patient and never once made me feel stressed out while I was behind the wheel. His style of teaching fit my style of learning very well and I found that I was very easily and quickly able to overcome my fears and finally gain the confidence I needed to become a better driver. I also learned to love the pick-up truck, which I thought would be an impossible feat when I learned that a Chevy Colorado would be my instructional vehicle!
All-in-all, Exceleration Driving School exceeded my expectations and I would very *highly* recommend Rich to anyone in need of instructional driving classes!
*I should also mention that although the previous poster said his particular drives were cut short, each of my classes actually ran longer than expected, by 15 minutes or more*
A Google User
22 Jul 2010
Thanks to Shane at EXCELeration driving school I was recently able to pass my drivers test.
I am giving this review three stars because while the instruction was great:
1.) The positioning of the ba...
Thanks to Shane at EXCELeration driving school I was recently able to pass my drivers test.
I am giving this review three stars because while the instruction was great:
1.) The positioning of the back seats in the vehicles used were impossible to see over if you needed to check to the right for backing around a corner or parallel parking. I am tall (6'5") and if I couldn't see I could see a shorter person being challenged.
2.) I paid for six 2 hour sessions. I would say 4 of the 6 sessions we ended early by 20 minutes or more minutes. One day I was home 30 minutes early. So though I paid for 6 hours I really only got 5. I wouldn't be saying anything if it was just 5 minutes... but thats a chunk of time I feel could have been used to make me even better.
Shane is a very nice guy and told me if I had any questions I could call him. I appreciate that greatly and all in all, I would recommend the instructor.
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