Student Starting Point:
· Registration form submitted to Best Price Driving School (via JotForm only)
· Payment may be submitted with the registration form or paid in person on the first day of class.
· Join us for class on Day 1!
· A referral card for class (tan card) will be given to your student on the last day of class.
· Certificate of Completion (blue card) – issued after completing 30 hours of classroom instruction and all 7 drive times.
Each student is required to complete the in-class final exam. This is not the written exam needed to obtain a permit. Written and road exams are only offered at your local MVD or State MVD. Best Price Driving School does not offer the state written exam or road exam at this time.
37-Hour Program Details
Best Price Driving School is pleased to offer a comprehensive 37-hour driver’s education program. This program is designed for students who want to learn how to drive and requires full in-person classroom participation. Each class session begins promptly as scheduled. Students must sign in for each assigned class date to receive attendance credit. Students who miss the registration window may enroll in the next available class session.
The course includes 30 hours of in-person classroom instruction and 7 hours of behind-the-wheel driving lessons. Each student will receive one referral card (tan card) on the last day of class, which may be used to obtain a learner’s permit. Each student is required to complete 7 individual drive times to complete the course. Full participation is mandatory. To earn a Certificate of Completion from Best Price Driving School, students must score 70% or higher on the in-class exam.
On the first day of class, students or parents must provide proof of birth date, such as a birth certificate, an ID with the date of birth, or a school transcript showing the date of birth.
Please note: All services expire ONE calendar year from the class start date.
These policies are intended to ensure the safety of our students, instructors and the public. Please let our staff know if you have any questions.
Student’s Expectations
Students are expected to arrive on time for each session. In the event of an absence, the parent or guardian must notify Best Price Driving School. If a student misses 3 or more consecutive sessions, the student will be withdrawn from the course and required to re-enroll at a later date. No refund will be issued after the third day of class has been completed. In cases of misconduct, including but not limited to raising one's voice, using offensive language, engaging in physical aggression, or damaging school property, the instructor will notify the student’s parent or guardian and may ask the student to leave the class session. The instructor will complete a formal incident report within 24 hours, and a copy will be emailed to the parent or guardian. The student may return to class if they can follow classroom rules. If an instructor suspects that a student is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the parent or guardian will be contacted to pick up the student, and the student will be asked to leave class until they are free from the influence of drugs or alcohol. Students are required to pick up their trash and are responsible for their personal items brought to class.
Each student is required to follow all traffic laws and safety procedures during driving instruction, wear appropriate clothing and closed-toe, closed-heel footwear during driving lessons, immediately report any safety concerns, accidents, or incidents to the instructor, and refrain from any behavior that could endanger themselves, the instructor, passengers, or the public.
The following behaviors are prohibited: disruptive, disrespectful, threatening, abusive, or harassing behavior.
Use of profanity directed toward instructors, staff, or other students.
Possession or use of alcohol, illegal drugs, or being under the influence of any substance that may impair judgment or driving ability.
Use of a cell phone or other electronic device during instruction unless specifically authorized by the instructor. Damage to school property, vehicles, equipment, or facilities. Cheating, falsifying records, or providing false information to the school. If a student engages in inappropriate behavior or is found to be under the influence, the student will be asked to leave and will need to make up the session at a later date.
Student Driver Dress Code and Footwear Policy
To promote safety and professionalism, all students operating a school-owned or training vehicle must wear appropriate clothing and footwear while driving. Students must wear clean, neat, and appropriate clothing that does not restrict movement or interfere with safe vehicle operation. Clothing must provide adequate coverage and be suitable for the learning environment. Loose clothing, accessories, or items that could become entangled with vehicle controls are prohibited. Offensive, inappropriate, or unsafe attire is not permitted while operating a vehicle.
Footwear Requirements
Students must wear closed-toe and closed-heel shoes while driving any school-owned or training vehicle.Shoes must fit securely and allow proper control of the vehicle pedals. Sandals, flip-flops, slides, high heels, platform shoes, bare feet, Crocs in sport mode, or any footwear that may interfere with safe vehicle operation are prohibited. Students who arrive without appropriate footwear will not be permitted to drive or participate in the scheduled driving lesson.
Students who arrive for a scheduled driving lesson wearing non-compliant footwear will be deemed unable to participate. If the behind-the-wheel lesson cannot be conducted safely, the appointment will be treated as a no-show, and a $50 no-show fee will be charged.
Break Time
Each class day, students will receive a 10-minute break for every hour of instruction. During break time, students may use their phones if needed. Students must inform a staff member if they intend to leave the classroom or the premises at any time and for any reason.
By enrolling a student at Best Price Driving School, the parent or legal guardian acknowledges and agrees that if the student leaves the school premises for any reason, including walking across Menaul Boulevard to the gas station and returning, the student does so voluntarily and at their own risk. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the parent or legal guardian agrees to release, waive, and hold harmless Best Price Driving School, its owners, employees, contract workers, and agents from any and all claims, demands, liabilities, damages, or causes of action arising from any injury, loss, or harm that may occur while the student is off school property during instructional time. Best Price Driving School assumes no responsibility or liability for the student’s safety, supervision, actions, or well-being until the student returns to the premises.
Additionally, students are encouraged to bring their own snacks or beverages to class. Best Price Driving School has snacks and drinks available for purchase whenever your student is at our school. We do have a student store featuring snacks, drinks, notebooks, lanyards, keychains, and fidgets; all of these items are at an additional expense to the student or parent. Students are responsible for disposing of their trash and for keeping track of their personal belongings brought to class.
Cell Phone Policy
Students are not allowed to use their cell phones, headphones, laptops, or other electronic devices in the classroom unless they have prior approval from Best Price Driving School. In an emergency situation or medical need, the student may use their cell phone.
Classroom on School property
Students are required to follow all school policies and procedures regarding behavior and emergencies, and to be respectful of all teachers' property. This includes Best Price Driving School instructors as well.
Each student is allocated 1 calendar year to complete the driver's education course and driving lessons. If the student fails to complete the required coursework and driving within this timeframe, they will be required to repeat the process and repay all fees. Best Price Driving School is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or broken items in the classroom or for students' personal items. All student personal property remains their responsibility before and after school hours. Best Price Driving is not responsible for transporting students to or from class and driving lesson appointments. All transportation needs to be arranged with families at their convenience.
Refunds and transfer policy
At Best Price Driving School, all tuition, fees, and payments made to the school are non-refundable after the third day of class. Students are responsible for understanding and complying with all school policies prior to enrollment.
No refunds will be issued after the third day of class has been completed, regardless of attendance, withdrawal, schedule conflicts, failure to complete the course, or dismissal from the program.
Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal and does not entitle a student to a refund.
Make-Up Policy
Classroom instructional time missed by a student may be made up during subsequent sessions to ensure all required learning objectives are completed. If a student is unable to attend a scheduled class, they are responsible for formally requesting a specific date and time for the make-up session to support scheduling for students and instructors. Students have two months to make up any missed classes.
Driving Lessons (Behind-the-Wheel Lessons)
Each student is welcome to participate in driving lessons. Students will receive 7 hours of driving lessons after classroom instruction is complete. Every lesson will be conducted in a certified Best Price Driving School vehicle and supervised by a certified driving instructor at all times, starting from our location at 7241 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Once students have received their MVD-issued learner’s permit, they may speak with any staff member to schedule a behind-the-wheel session. Please note that Best Price Driving School does not provide transportation to or from lessons. If you book a lesson, it is the responsibility of parents or guardians to ensure the student arrives and departs on time.
Extra driving lesson hours
Students may schedule additional driving lessons beyond the standard program for a $70 fee. These supplementary lessons are intended to help students gain further practice, enhance their skills, or prepare for their driving examination. To ensure availability and proper scheduling, each lesson must be reserved. Please be advised that our policy mandates a minimum of 24 hours' notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Failure to provide notice will result in the application of our no-show and late-cancellation fees. This policy facilitates efficient scheduling for instructors and promotes fairness among all students. For detailed pricing, scheduling options, or additional policy information, kindly contact our office or visit our official website.
No-Show Policy and Fees for Driving Lessons
If your student is unable to operate the vehicle, please call Best Price Driving School to reschedule. All rescheduling must be made at least 24 hours prior to the lesson time, or a $50 no-show/cancellation fee will be applied to the student’s account. The student may not schedule another lesson until this fee is paid in full. If a student arrives without their permit, a cancellation fee will be charged and the lesson will be canceled. If the instructor or management suspects that a student is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the parent or guardian will be contacted, the lesson will be rescheduled, and a $50 fee will apply.