SAFA Driving Academy's certified driving instructors serve Pickering students from your first lesson to your road test. MTO-approved BDE course, private G2 and G driving lessons, and full road test packages — with local Pickering pick-up.
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Pickering borders the eastern GTA and comes with a wide range of driving environments — residential streets in Dunbarton and West Shore, the busy Kingston Road corridor, Brock Road commercial stretches, and 401 access. Our instructors use Pickering's roads to build skills progressively, introducing more complex traffic only when you're ready for it.
From first-time drivers starting the MTO-approved BDE course to drivers fine-tuning skills ahead of a G road test, every session is tailored to your experience level — patient, structured, and at your pace.
From first-time learners to road-test-ready students — pick the learning method that fits you best, all available right here in Pickering.
The full Beginner Driver Education course — the safest way to start your driving journey in Ontario.
One-on-one G2 lessons focused on safe driving habits, lane control, parking, and local Oshawa-area roads.
Highway-focused private G lessons covering merging, lane discipline, and confident high-speed driving.
Use one of our SAFA vehicles for your G2 or G road test — combined with a focused warm-up lesson.
Real reviews from real students. See what our students are saying about their experience.
5.0 based on 484 Google reviews
Morshed Khan
8 hours ago
Mr. Sajid is an exceptional driving instructor who effectively communicates the rules of the road and essential driving lessons. His calm and polite demeanor helps new drivers build confidence in their abilities. I highl…
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Kashif Ejaz
last week
My dad is in his late 60s and was very nervous about taking his G2 test. Thanks to Sajid's patience, experience, and calm demeanor, he passed on his first attempt. Sajid is a natural teacher with excellent teaching skill…
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mateo castro
last week
I had the chance to take a direct G license test because of my previous experience in my home country. SAFA Driving Academy helped me to adapt my international experience into Canadian standards. I want to appreciate the…
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funkmasta theawsome
last week
Absolutely incredible! My instructor was polite, but firm making sure to point out my errors in a way that didn't overwhelm me while driving. He was also very accommodating with my busy schedule. I cannot recommend SAFA…
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Md. A
2 weeks ago
Sajid is an excellent driving instructor, he clearly explained all the various rules along with common tips and tricks for the route. He is very patient, calm and overall and excellent instructor! I passed my G2 and G wi…
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Ayesha Qadri
2 weeks ago
Mr. Waqas was an amazing instructor! He was patient, clear, and supportive throughout my lessons, and thanks to his guidance, I was able to pass my G2 test with confidence. Highly recommend him!!
Posted on GoogleThousands of students have passed their road test with SAFA. Here are just a few of their moments.
A quick overview of our most popular package categories. Full details on the pricing page.
Silver, Gold, and Platinum BDE packages — MTO-approved.
Hourly lessons or full G2 road test packages.
Highway-focused lessons or full G road test packages.
Use a SAFA vehicle for your road test, with a warm-up lesson.
Pay in 4 interest-free instalments with Afterpay
Split your package into 4 easy payments — no interest, no hidden fees. Available at checkout.
Yes — SAFA Driving Academy serves Pickering with experienced driving instructors who know the local road network. We pick up across Pickering and use local streets and corridors for lessons, building your skills in familiar surroundings.
Yes. SAFA is an MTO-approved BDE course provider, so the course meets the Ministry of Transportation curriculum standards regardless of which Durham Region city you live in.
Yes. SAFA Driving Academy is approved by the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO) to deliver Beginner Driver Education. You can also verify our approval directly on the official Ontario government list of approved driving schools by visiting https://www.ontario.ca/page/government-approved-driving-schools and searching for “SAFA Driving Academy.” Our certified instructors follow the MTO-approved curriculum, and course completions are submitted to the MTO on your behalf.
Our MTO-approved BDE course includes 20 hours of online asynchronous instruction, 10 hours of asynchronous online homework (completed on your own schedule), and 10 hours of one-on-one in-car lessons with a certified instructor. We submit your course completion to the MTO once you finish.
Absolutely. We work with first-time drivers, nervous beginners, and people returning to driving after a long break. Lessons start in calm, low-pressure environments and progress at a pace that works for you. Many students tell us they finally felt safe and supported with SAFA after struggling with other schools.
Road rules, test prep tips, and student stories — practical help for every stage of your driving journey.
Every new driver makes mistakes while learning. Here are some of the most common issues instructors see during driving lessons and how to fix them.
Preparing for your G2 road test in Oshawa? Here are 10 professional driving tips that can help you stay calm, avoid common mistakes, and pass confidently.
Book a lesson with SAFA Driving Academy or call us — we'll answer your questions and help you choose the right package.
