Offering a full Drivers Education Program for students ages 15.9 months and older. 30 hours of classroom study, 12 hours behind the wheel practical. We have a GREAT reputation of our students passing their road test on the first try. We are a small school offering you the best service.
Served areas
- Essex County
Services
Download and print out. This gives you all the tools you need for teaching your child the basics of getting ready to drive on the road. Driving on the road can be dangerous, but here are some tips to help keep you safe on the road. First, your vehicle should be in tip top condition. Take care of the car and do the routine maintenance.
Our signature towns are Byfield, Rowley, Ipswich, Georgetown, Hamilton, Topsfield. Over the years we have expanded our area up to Newburyport, Salisbury and Amesbury. We also take students from parts of Boxford, Wenham, and West Newbury, but may not always offer door-to-door service. All classroom sessions are given at our classroom located on Route ONE - NB. in the Plaza at 75 Turnpike Road, Ipswich, Massachusetts.
Massachusetts law states that for individuals under the age of 18, you must complete the full education course in order to be eligible to apply for a licensing road test. This full course also benefits individuals ages 16.5 - 25, a discount in their auto insurance. If you wish the driving school to teach your child how to drive, please order a "Welcome to the Road" lesson.
The student must attend all 30 hours and must be 15 years 9 months to start class. If any class is missed, the class covering the same material missed must be attended at another session within the next three 3 months. Please check with the the office to verify the dates you need to attend. Parents/students are obliged to disclose any learning issues (IEP/504) that may assist the school in addressing individual student needs. Our classroom teacher is unable to accommodate these students without prior knowledge.
BUT. if a parent does not attend within 3 months of the start of class, a $50 surcharge will be added to your account each month. A note to parents. The learner's permit is valid for 2 years; but most children are looking to finish their driving requirements in or around 6 months. It is required by law that your child drives a minimum of 40 hours behind the wheel with you or another person over the age of 21. This person also must have been licensed at least for the past 12 months. Now, I have done the math, and feel free to figure this out as well.
Reviews (11)
Kevin Tacos
Apr 28, 2021
Micro Fox
Apr 20, 2021
Bop Aop
Apr 19, 2021
The instructor Sandra Larson is extremely rude to all her students. Doesn't let you ask questions and gets mad at any email you send her. She makes it almost impossible to learn and get your license on time. She also has been drinking alcohol in class and being inappropriate in our road lessons. DO NOT GO HERE. GO ANYWHERE ELSE. ITS NOT WORTH IT.
Nate Williams
Mar 15, 2021
Rosy Giana
May 29, 2019
Brights Driving School was recommended to me by Lawrence RMV to try to get help for my friend. He is elderly and wants to have a road test because he had an accident, and it was his fault. His family took his plates from his car so he isn't able to drive. I tried to explain this to Sandra but she made me feel like I was taking some kind of advantage of an elderly person.
She would not answer any of my questions, and went behind my back to call and question a few different people. So if you read this Sandra Larson, please know that I don't think you are very consumer friendly. This person and his family are my friends, and I have their permission to pursue this problem. Sandra, I tried to explain the situation to you several times but you didn't want to hear it.
You told me you were too busy and would get back to me that evening, which you never did. I gave you a telephone number to call the family but you called COA instead to get information about me and my friend. You would have nothing to do with what I was trying to tell you. I told you my friend is confused and I gave you his family member's telephone number.
I totally understand your concerns about public safety and your client being safe. My friend was not your client yet because you didn't want to hear anything I had to say. All I wanted was some info on how to go about getting him the competency road test that he so desperately wants. You took it upon yoursel to investigate me and my responsibilty in this matter.
You never accepted my friend as your client so you had NO business moving forward with your so-called concerns. COA called me directly and wanted to know what was going on with you. I believe you think I am trying to take advantage of a senior, which is total BS. I suggest YOU try and listen to all the facts before you take such negative actions!
She would not answer any of my questions, and went behind my back to call and question a few different people. So if you read this Sandra Larson, please know that I don't think you are very consumer friendly. This person and his family are my friends, and I have their permission to pursue this problem. Sandra, I tried to explain the situation to you several times but you didn't want to hear it.
You told me you were too busy and would get back to me that evening, which you never did. I gave you a telephone number to call the family but you called COA instead to get information about me and my friend. You would have nothing to do with what I was trying to tell you. I told you my friend is confused and I gave you his family member's telephone number.
I totally understand your concerns about public safety and your client being safe. My friend was not your client yet because you didn't want to hear anything I had to say. All I wanted was some info on how to go about getting him the competency road test that he so desperately wants. You took it upon yoursel to investigate me and my responsibilty in this matter.
You never accepted my friend as your client so you had NO business moving forward with your so-called concerns. COA called me directly and wanted to know what was going on with you. I believe you think I am trying to take advantage of a senior, which is total BS. I suggest YOU try and listen to all the facts before you take such negative actions!
Markela Kazakoula
May 15, 2019
Anton Keene
Jul 15, 2018
Tom Viking
Dec 25, 2017
I recommend checking to see who your driving instructor is for the road test. I failed my test to a guy (Phil) yelling for me to go over the speed limit and commenting on my attire when the test was done almost perfectly. At the ed he threw his pen across the car and told me to get the hell out. I am a good driver and I know it which is why i passed my second test with flying colors. My second test was with a nice woman who was straight to the point and never lost her cool.
Greg Wimble
Jan 04, 2017
I have two sons that went through Bright's and overall very pleased. They do try and accommodate you and assist when they can. They keep you updated on events like the road test. You do have responsibilities to make sure you are also on top of your own items and schedules. I believe with both sons there might have been one mix up or cancelled driving class.
They picked our sons up at the house and used their cars for the tests. They scheduled the tests locally and basically we made one trip with each son to the MV for paperwork. My wife and I really did very little, our sons and the school did it all. GW - Ipswich
They picked our sons up at the house and used their cars for the tests. They scheduled the tests locally and basically we made one trip with each son to the MV for paperwork. My wife and I really did very little, our sons and the school did it all. GW - Ipswich
L.Whitier
Jul 04, 2012
Greg Wimble
I have two sons that went through Bright's and overall very pleased. They do try and accommodate you and assist when they can. They keep you updated on events like the road test. You do have responsibilities to make sure you are also on top of your own items and schedules. I believe with both sons there might have been one mix up or cancelled driving class.
They picked our sons up at the house and used their cars for the tests. They scheduled the tests locally and basically we made one trip with each son to the MV for paperwork. My wife and I really did very little, our sons and the school did it all.
They picked our sons up at the house and used their cars for the tests. They scheduled the tests locally and basically we made one trip with each son to the MV for paperwork. My wife and I really did very little, our sons and the school did it all.