Atlantic Driving School

3.7 (9 reviews)

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Austin D.

3 years ago

5 stars I definitely would recommend. They were patient, understandable, and good scheduling.

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Cathy M.

3 years ago

The school is local, which is the main reason we chose Atlantic. From scheduling the required 6 hours to making an appointment for my daughter's road test, they were accommodating, friendly and affordable. We also opted for the one hour brush up lesson before the road test and also used their vehicle. My daughter felt very at ease with her instructor as well. Would highly recommend! read more

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Sara T.

7 years ago

My daughter Lily just went through Atlantic Driving School for her required hours to get her permit. Setting up the appointments was easy and they came out to us for the instruction. Her instructor, Jerry, was wonderful and put my nervous daughter at ease. He was calm, reassuring and professional. We had a great experience using Atlantic Driving School and would highly recommend! read more

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Marian M.

Thank you for your kind words, Sara. Your reviews means so much to…

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Brandon M.

6 years ago

You have provided us fake information. We were told verbally before we made the appointment to take the test on the NJMVC website and if you pass the test, you will pass our test. My son took the online test about 10 times and got an average of about 2 wrong each time, Monday morning he took the test before he went and got 100%. He showed up on Monday morning to take the test and was asked if he needed a study guide . He said no. (Because he did so good on the online test) Additionally, after sharing the experience with friends of ours, we come to find out that they had the same exact experience with this company. Their son got about 20 questions wrong but the instructor helped him through all the ones he got wrong and in the end he passed with only 1 incorrect answer. So Atlantic Driving School does not tell their students where to study from. Less than 1/4 of the questions on there test were on the NJMVC website. And neither myself, my son, or our friends son was told that no additional information was needed to be studied. Their words were, the owner of this school, "if you pass this test from NJMVC website, you will be absolutely fine passing our test". So my son stopped drivers ed and just work on passing the NJMVC test. End result, you do need to take the drivers ed course which, by the way, we did pay for but was told it wasn't necessary as previously stated. The owner totally denied saying it ,as you see. So 3 people that spoke to her on separate occasions are Wrong? Who knows how many other people have had this experience. It's a shame they mess with teenagers who are in a very exciting time in their life. read more

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Mel T.

9 years ago

I cannot be anymore grateful to Marian, she's the owner of this great driving school. I moved from NYC to ocean county in May and I didn't know how to drive correctly. I failed my road test twice and I felt terrible. I made an appointment and Marian was my instructor, she is such a kind and sweet woman. She boosted my self confidence and taught me everything I needed to know about driving. She didn't give up on me! All I kept hearing was her calm, and sweet voice in my head while taking the road test. She taught me the rules of the road, road signs, and especially how to calm your anxiety while driving. Thanks to her I passed my road test today! I couldn't thank her enough for teaching me something that I will remember forever. You are truly special! Once again, thank you! read more

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Dale U.

9 years ago

Ladies in the office are awesome to deal with make things a lot easier. Instruters are awesome too.

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Donna C.

11 years ago

My daughters instructor was fired and they were left on the side of the road with no ride home! I eventually learned that the driving school had experienced the loss of two totaled cars. Seems my daughter was in the car slightly past operating hours so they were denied a ride home and the instructor was fired on the spot. This wasn't the cheapest driving school either so definitely pass on this one. The owner called me 3 times today and my daughter once at school regarding changing my review of her business. Here is my revision... If you don't like the review then behave more professionally towards your paying clients, especially when they are minors! read more

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Ted T.

13 years ago

0 star rating. 0 star rating. Had to put a star as site insists. Ridiculously ineffiecient; runs school and office in home apparently with toddlers in tow. Can't answer door or phone politely or at all; apparently just in "the States" to make money to spend in England; snobbish woman hung up on me repeatedly. Would not give me a time frame after expecting me to wait in my home sometime in the Aaafternoon when she would be by to collect my payment (between 1 and 5 or 6 ? She would not give me an answer Apparently her work is the only thing that matters). I wouldn't trust this person with walking my dog much less instructing my child in a moving vehicle. read more

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Brian S.

10 years ago

They were very patient and did an outstanding job with my son. He passed with flying colors on the first try. Would highly recommend.

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More info about Atlantic Driving School

712 EBay Ave
Ste 22A
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
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(609) 597-0900
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http://www.atlanticdrivingschoolnj.com

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What time does Atlantic Driving School open?

Atlantic Driving School opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Atlantic Driving School close?

Atlantic Driving School closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Atlantic Driving School closes at 1:00 PM on Saturday.Atlantic Driving School is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMSat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PMSun Closed

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Does Atlantic Driving School have free WiFi?

Yes, Atlantic Driving School has free WiFi.

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Specialties

16 year old GDL permits. Road Test Services. Free written test in our office for 16 year olds. Senior / nervous drivers. Male & female instructors. Lessons given 7 days a week.

History

Established in 2005.

With 25 years of "behind the wheel" instruction, Paul McMahon opened Atlantic Driving School in 2005. Since then, it has grown to be the most trusted and professional driving school in Ocean County. We have 7 cars on the road. We give lessons 7 days a week, and we have both male and female instructors. "Let us steer you in the right direction"

Meet the Business Owner: Marian M.

Atlantic Driving School is the name to trust when you need expert driving instruction. We are committed to teaching students lifetime driving skills to assist them in becoming safe, confident, courteous, and responsible drivers. Atlantic Driving School is family owned and operated. Our highly qualified and experienced instructors provide exceptional one-on-one training. Dr. Paul McMahon, the founder of Atlantic Driving School has been teaching both 'Behind-the-Wheel' and classroom driver education for more than 25 years. He is a nationally certified "National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course - Alive at 25" instructors. Atlantic Driving School is responsible for the successful education of thousands of drivers. The reliability and reputation built over the past 10 years is what makes Atlantic Driving School simply the best Driver Education program available anywhere

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Billy C.

10 years ago

So today I signed up 3rd child up with Atlantic. I am a pro at this stage !! It is a huge relief to know that the standard of service and professionalism that Paul and Marian offer has never dwindled since 9 years ago when I first met them, when Paul taught my 1st son to drive. Despite the fact that they have grown as a business a lot, and their cars are EVERYWHERE, you can still count on them for a friendly yet highly professional service. The girl in the office today made it so easy to do all the motor vehicles paperwork. She went over the complete process from start to finish, taking great time explaining everything. I also got to meet the instructor, Kelly. He shuck my sons hand and reassured him that he would enjoy learning to drive. This made my son much happier... he is my nervous one. All in all...... I was a happy man, with a happy (excited to drive) son !! read more

Kellyann M.

11 years ago

Atlantic Driving School was the right choice for us and I absolutely recommend them for any parent suffering the hellish reality of letting a teen out on the roads for the first time. initial fears were cast aside when we met the owner. She took the time to explain everything about the process of a teen starting driving lessons. They offer professional, courteous and caring driving instruction, and the instructors are very, very good. We were given a full report of driving issues following every ride, and in the end they got me ready for the road. I absolutely cannot fathom the heart failure those people endure each and every day, sitting alongside kids who try to navigate busy streets, but they manage to do a great job. read more

Brian B.

6 years ago

Great driving school to learn how to drive... 5 Stars. My instructor was great and very calm and reassuring. Very confident and not nervous at all. Having the practice driving lessons definitely helped a lot. Would definitely recommend to others and family and friends. They are kind and come to your house and then after your lesson you drive back to your house and then come back the next day for more driving lessons. Quick and easy driving school. Kind employees and great clean cars. Love this driving school. Got my license.. the owner of the driving school was kind and nice enough to get up early and pick me up at my house and bring me to my road test. Thanks to everyone who helped me get my license. read more

Monica D.

8 years ago

With all the crazy drivers on the road today, given the teenager the right foundation for the life of good driving skills is very important. That's why I think Atlantic Driving School takes responsibility so seriously. Everything about the school is professional and Sarah. This combined with the patients kindness and understanding for the needs of parents grandparents and the students is why as far as I'm concerned they are the only place to go when you want driving lessons. Their cars are clean and well displayed. Then instructor we had was very courteous well-dressed and well versed in the rules of the road. This is the end of my review, I recommend this driving school to everyone read more

Pamela B.

6 years ago

My kids Angela and Bobby just went for their road test yesterday and did the 1.5 hour refresher course. Angela had Danielle Girgenti as her refresher course instructor and Bobby had the other Danielle. Both Danielle's were incredible to work with and my kids said that the road test was so easy thanks to them. They are fantastic to work with and they made sure my kids had everything for the road test down. I would recommend them to anyone! The receptionist and the owner Marian was phenomenal to work with throughout this pandemic and she always made sure that my kids had an available date for their road test when the DMV reopened. If I would give more stars if I could! - The Bunk Family read more

Ducky M.

9 years ago

Yes.... I am a huge fan. I want to give 5 stars as their service was amazing. Everyone I spoke with told me they were the only place to go to for the true professional experience. They were right, I have to sing the praises of Dawn and Nancy in the office who coordinated the whole signing up process ( nervous parent here) and Marian who taught our child to drive. All around................ VERY HAPPY..... Only wish they had more instructors and we didn't have to wait two d=weeks for the lessons to start. Kid wanted to start the very next day :) ALL AROUND THE BEST SCHOOL EVER !!!!! read more

Eugene L.

11 years ago

My oldest son finished his 6 hours not long ago. I was very happy with our decision to book his lessons there. The amount this school knows about motor vehicles, permits, rules and regulations is astounding. I felt reassured that they would take care of everything from start to finish. He had Mr.Walker as his instructor who is a great great guy. He is a teacher at Southern and had a great way of making learning to drive fun. Marian and Dawn in the office were great too. They took care of all the paperwork, and made it very easy for me and my son . Good work guys ! read more

Claire K.

10 years ago

When it is time to put your most loved child out on the road to learn to drive ... Atlantic is the only place to go. They came highly recommended and it didn't take long to figure out way. Must be the friendliest, patient, kindest bunch of people. Easy to sign up, great instructor and the owner Maryann walked us through the whole process with her calm, gentle manner. She certainly knows all there is to know about driving lessons, DMV and the road testing. Thumbs up to this wonderful school read more

Baxter J.

10 years ago

I recently used the Atlantic Driving School, and had a fantastic experience! I used them for my 6-hours, and I also used their car for my drivers test. Both experiences with the driving instructors were great! They make you feel very comfortable, while also teaching you how to properly drive. Everyone I know uses and is greatly pleased with the Atlantic Driving School. I highly recommend giving them a call. Everyone who works their is extremely friendly and helpful! read more

Jonathan E.

9 years ago

I would have never thought that i would have been able to get back behind the wheel.. I had driving anxiety and had put off driving for a while.. The owner worked with me and made me feel extremely comfortable behind the wheel.. Always prompt with lesson times.. Definitely would recomend to anyone who is either a first time driver or like me and had anxiety. They also allowed me to borrow cones to help practice parallel parking once the lessons were over read more

Nadine E.

10 years ago

Atlantic Driving School-Manahawkin This driving school is great they took my son for his 6 hrs behind the wheel over a two day span. They were very informative and had nothing but great things to say about my son and his driving. They also took him for his road test which again very informative and helpful. Highly recommend this driving school for any new drivers. Thank you very much to the owner and the staff. read more

Therese C.

10 years ago

My son has a form of autism. I was worried that he wouldn't be able to drive. Atlantic was recommendd to me. They have an instructor that specializes in teaching kids with learning issues. IT IS TRUE. Mrs. McMahon was amazing. I cant say enough kind things about her or her staff. They are the real deal. Trust Atlantic to teach your teens to drive and you will be 100% happy!!!! read more

Jeanette B.

10 years ago

My son had a great experience with his 6 hours behind the wheel. The instructor talked to me and my husband both days and told us how he did and where he went. My son felt very comfortable and we are extremely satisfied. They scheduled his driving test on his 17th Birthday and we will be having Atlantic Driving School take him back to take the test. Highly recommend. read more

Lori P.

10 years ago

Very pleased with this business. They taught my grandson to drive as well as his cousin and numerous friends. Passed the test First Time! And driving these fun "hot" cars was a huge plus! Highly recommend this company!!! The fees were right in the ball park with the rest. Always got a ready answer to any of my questions or concerns. LOVE ATLANTIC DRIVING SCHOOL! read more

Sonia M.

9 years ago

We used this service for our son to take his written test as well as receive his 6 hours of driving lessons. His instructor was Paul and was always patient and put my son at ease. The staff was friendly and professional. They made my son's experience a positive one and I recommended him to friends who also had a great experience! Thank you Atlantic Driving School! read more

Denise S.

9 years ago

This is by far the best driving school in southern ocean county. They did my sons 6 hours and a year later, took him for his road test. They helped him master parallel parking and gave him pointers to stay focused and calm. The process from beginning to end was smooth. Very professional and I'm so glad I chose Atlantic and I highly recommend them. read more

Gail W.

10 years ago

Our 2nd child just completed lessons with Atlantic Driving School, and yet again they were wonderful. Seriously, the staff are so friendly !!! This makes dealing with them a pleasure. Pat was the instructor this time. My son loved him !! Happy repeat customer here..... i highly recommend Atlantic. read more

Mary R.

8 years ago

Great driving School. 2nd child..... still very happy. Dawn in the office is lovely, made the booking process very easy. I was reassured by her knowledge and sense of professionalism. Kelly was the instructor, and again I have nothing but good things to say. i totally recommend this driving school read more

Rich P.

9 years ago

Great driving school. The day of his test we forgot his paperwork, they drove him home to get his paperwork and were able to get him for his test the same day about an hour later. They went above and beyond as far as I am concerned. read more

Antonius D.

10 years ago

Just did my six hours for my permit, and I was absolutely thrilled with the teaching here! It was an extraordinary experience and I'm very happy and confident for my six months of practice and road test to come! read more

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