Defensive Driving School
Central Islip, New York
General Info
Suffolk County's Premier Driving School with over 40 years of experience. Located in Central Islip and at 680 East Jericho turnpike in Huntington Station. We offer Private Lessons, 5 hour pre-licensing course, defensive driving classes, teen driver education and driving test prep. Defensive Driving Classes and for Insurance and Point reductions and 5 hour classes available in 2 locations.
Reviews
Lexi Krakauer
21 Apr 2023
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I had Mitch as my driving instructor and he was amazing!! He taught me how to parallel park and I got it perfect every time. He made sure I knew all the rules for the road test and I passed!! I recomm...
I had Mitch as my driving instructor and he was amazing!! He taught me how to parallel park and I got it perfect every time. He made sure I knew all the rules for the road test and I passed!! I recommend this driving school and if you can ask for Mitch he is awesome and very considerate. Thank you Mitch!!
Lionel Arias Zepeda
12 Feb 2018
REPORT
Good defensive class thanks gus
Janet Edwards
22 Sep 2017
REPORT
GREAT! CUSTOMER SERVICE! I don't see how anyone can say anything bad about this school! I've called other driving schools around the area and this is by far the best.
Unfortunately I live way out of ...
GREAT! CUSTOMER SERVICE! I don't see how anyone can say anything bad about this school! I've called other driving schools around the area and this is by far the best.
Unfortunately I live way out of their covering area, but nonetheless I am very impressed with a young woman's customer service. She even went as far to provide me with other driving school's contact information in my area which she didn't have to do, but it saved me time and gave me information I needed for my daughter's road test that I didn't know I was required (which by the way, get the MV-262 form for you child if they're 16 and 17) Thanks guys! really great work!
Premi Ankolekar
14 Aug 2017
REPORT
I enrolled in defensive driving classic package for $510 about august a couple of years ago.The receptionist was very nice and Joh stone was a gem of a person. He took all pains to help me learn to dr...
I enrolled in defensive driving classic package for $510 about august a couple of years ago.The receptionist was very nice and Joh stone was a gem of a person. He took all pains to help me learn to drive. I couldn't finally attend the driving test and had to cancel due to health reasons. I had colon cancer plops. However I am much better now and when I asked to see if I can get my classes renewed I was told that the $150 from previous package was dissolved as I had cancelled the final test and I had to pay another $595 again for a new package. I feel they should adjust that amount with the new package but the receptionist answered in the negative. Barry if you are seeing this I feel betrayed. I will not enrol in your school again. I had high hopes as you have John stone who proved to be a gem of a man! I am thinking the management has changed.
Premi A.
13 Aug 2017
REPORT
I spoke to Monique and had a great experience with john stone! I am so happy now after speaking with Monique and with excellent training with instructors like john stone this is the one I will stick w...
I spoke to Monique and had a great experience with john stone! I am so happy now after speaking with Monique and with excellent training with instructors like john stone this is the one I will stick with! Thanks Barry and Monique! You made my day!
Xoey S.
18 Apr 2017
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This school has been fantastic for my son. Every person is helpful and pleasant on the phone and the driving teacher John has been a godsend. My son has learned so much from this professional, kind, ...
This school has been fantastic for my son. Every person is helpful and pleasant on the phone and the driving teacher John has been a godsend. My son has learned so much from this professional, kind, experienced man. Will use Defensive Driving School again for my daughter. Nicest people, no snotty attitudes that you sometimes get especially over the phone!
Tracey Pierce
12 Dec 2016
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rashid wells
10 Jul 2016
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Argenis Lozada
27 Apr 2016
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Steven G
17 Dec 2015
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Top quality teachers - flexible scheduling, new clean cars and very nice office.
Alfredo P.
11 Sep 2015
REPORT
On saturday september 12, they planned a 5 Hours Pre Licence Course at 10 am (Huntington). The course started at 11 because they didn't have a teacher. Nobody of the school show up to open the office ...
On saturday september 12, they planned a 5 Hours Pre Licence Course at 10 am (Huntington). The course started at 11 because they didn't have a teacher. Nobody of the school show up to open the office and to explain which was the inconvenience. Irresponsible and unprofessional. And beware about the owners of another mini mall's stores, rudes and aggressives about the parking lot.
Mitchell S.
31 Aug 2015
REPORT
Highly recommend this driving school. Excellent teachers and good package options. Training cars comes right to the house and were always in good condition. Could not ask more of a driving school.
Eileen S.
31 Aug 2015
REPORT
Awesome experience! John was beyond thorough, explaining every possible driving scenario so my daughter was fully prepared. No issues with office staff, everyone friendly and knowledgeable. Will us...
Awesome experience! John was beyond thorough, explaining every possible driving scenario so my daughter was fully prepared. No issues with office staff, everyone friendly and knowledgeable. Will use again for my now 14 year old!
Mary Ellen B.
30 Aug 2015
REPORT
two words.... absolutely horrible. No communication and zero professionalism. Look into other schools before entertaining their unorganized company.
Sophie F.
27 Jul 2015
REPORT
Very unorginized school people who work there they don't know what they doing.Big mess there.
Tenecsha C.
18 Sep 2014
REPORT
Terrible company ... Very unorganized If you want a great instructor you may have to go through 2 or three bad ones 1st... Also the receptionist are horrible and rude. When I asked for my money back ...
Terrible company ... Very unorganized If you want a great instructor you may have to go through 2 or three bad ones 1st... Also the receptionist are horrible and rude. When I asked for my money back she told me you signed a contract and you wouldn't be getting your deposit back. I then said I never signed a contract, please find my contract and email it to me... She then said well your instructor dint have time to get you to sign the contract. ... She was lying and tried to get off the phone very quick as she knew she was caught in a lie. The manager then got on the phone and I explained what happened and he said my money would be refunded... These people are the worst and VERY UNORGANISED... I should also mention that on my 1st lesson the instructor told me to put the Car in DRIVE to go in REVERSE .....
Barry Becker
8 Aug 2013
REPORT
One of the best group of people to work with. they really know their stuff. I would highly recommend to anybody if they want to learn the right way to drive this would be the place to go.
Defensive Driving School Suffolk County NY
8 Aug 2013
REPORT
One of the best group of people to work with. they really know their stuff. I would highly recommend to anybody if they want to learn the right way to drive this would be the place to go.
Lynn S.
19 Mar 2010
REPORT
Been around for 40 years or so. Some of the instructors are great... Other schools are not so great but it is really hard to find a company nowadays that holds it's clienteles safety as priority numbe...
Been around for 40 years or so. Some of the instructors are great... Other schools are not so great but it is really hard to find a company nowadays that holds it's clienteles safety as priority number one, making money is second.
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Business Hours
Monday
Mon
09:00AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
Tue
09:00AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
Wed
09:00AM-18:00PM
Thursday
Thu
09:00AM-18:00PM
Friday
Fri
09:00AM-18:00PM
Saturday
Sat
09:30AM-15:00PM
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Defensive Driving School
Central Islip, New York
General Info
Suffolk County's Premier Driving School with over 40 years of experience. Located in Central Islip and at 680 East Jericho turnpike in Huntington Station. We offer Private Lessons, 5 hour pre-licensing course, defensive driving classes, teen driver education and driving test prep. Defensive Driving Classes and for Insurance and Point reductions and 5 hour classes available in 2 locations.
Business Hours
Monday
09:00AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
09:00AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
09:00AM-18:00PM
Thursday
09:00AM-18:00PM
Friday
09:00AM-18:00PM
Saturday
09:30AM-15:00PM
Reviews
Lexi Krakauer
21 Apr 2023
I had Mitch as my driving instructor and he was amazing!! He taught me how to parallel park and I got it perfect every time. He made sure I knew all the rules for the road test and I passed!! I recomm...
I had Mitch as my driving instructor and he was amazing!! He taught me how to parallel park and I got it perfect every time. He made sure I knew all the rules for the road test and I passed!! I recommend this driving school and if you can ask for Mitch he is awesome and very considerate. Thank you Mitch!!
Lionel Arias Zepeda
12 Feb 2018
Good defensive class thanks gus
Janet Edwards
22 Sep 2017
GREAT! CUSTOMER SERVICE! I don't see how anyone can say anything bad about this school! I've called other driving schools around the area and this is by far the best.
Unfortunately I live way out of ...
GREAT! CUSTOMER SERVICE! I don't see how anyone can say anything bad about this school! I've called other driving schools around the area and this is by far the best.
Unfortunately I live way out of their covering area, but nonetheless I am very impressed with a young woman's customer service. She even went as far to provide me with other driving school's contact information in my area which she didn't have to do, but it saved me time and gave me information I needed for my daughter's road test that I didn't know I was required (which by the way, get the MV-262 form for you child if they're 16 and 17) Thanks guys! really great work!
Premi Ankolekar
14 Aug 2017
I enrolled in defensive driving classic package for $510 about august a couple of years ago.The receptionist was very nice and Joh stone was a gem of a person. He took all pains to help me learn to dr...
I enrolled in defensive driving classic package for $510 about august a couple of years ago.The receptionist was very nice and Joh stone was a gem of a person. He took all pains to help me learn to drive. I couldn't finally attend the driving test and had to cancel due to health reasons. I had colon cancer plops. However I am much better now and when I asked to see if I can get my classes renewed I was told that the $150 from previous package was dissolved as I had cancelled the final test and I had to pay another $595 again for a new package. I feel they should adjust that amount with the new package but the receptionist answered in the negative. Barry if you are seeing this I feel betrayed. I will not enrol in your school again. I had high hopes as you have John stone who proved to be a gem of a man! I am thinking the management has changed.
Premi A.
13 Aug 2017
I spoke to Monique and had a great experience with john stone! I am so happy now after speaking with Monique and with excellent training with instructors like john stone this is the one I will stick w...
I spoke to Monique and had a great experience with john stone! I am so happy now after speaking with Monique and with excellent training with instructors like john stone this is the one I will stick with! Thanks Barry and Monique! You made my day!
Xoey S.
18 Apr 2017
This school has been fantastic for my son. Every person is helpful and pleasant on the phone and the driving teacher John has been a godsend. My son has learned so much from this professional, kind, ...
This school has been fantastic for my son. Every person is helpful and pleasant on the phone and the driving teacher John has been a godsend. My son has learned so much from this professional, kind, experienced man. Will use Defensive Driving School again for my daughter. Nicest people, no snotty attitudes that you sometimes get especially over the phone!
Tracey Pierce
12 Dec 2016
rashid wells
10 Jul 2016
Argenis Lozada
27 Apr 2016
Steven G
17 Dec 2015
Top quality teachers - flexible scheduling, new clean cars and very nice office.
Alfredo P.
11 Sep 2015
On saturday september 12, they planned a 5 Hours Pre Licence Course at 10 am (Huntington). The course started at 11 because they didn't have a teacher. Nobody of the school show up to open the office ...
On saturday september 12, they planned a 5 Hours Pre Licence Course at 10 am (Huntington). The course started at 11 because they didn't have a teacher. Nobody of the school show up to open the office and to explain which was the inconvenience. Irresponsible and unprofessional. And beware about the owners of another mini mall's stores, rudes and aggressives about the parking lot.
Mitchell S.
31 Aug 2015
Highly recommend this driving school. Excellent teachers and good package options. Training cars comes right to the house and were always in good condition. Could not ask more of a driving school.
Eileen S.
31 Aug 2015
Awesome experience! John was beyond thorough, explaining every possible driving scenario so my daughter was fully prepared. No issues with office staff, everyone friendly and knowledgeable. Will us...
Awesome experience! John was beyond thorough, explaining every possible driving scenario so my daughter was fully prepared. No issues with office staff, everyone friendly and knowledgeable. Will use again for my now 14 year old!
Mary Ellen B.
30 Aug 2015
two words.... absolutely horrible. No communication and zero professionalism. Look into other schools before entertaining their unorganized company.
Sophie F.
27 Jul 2015
Very unorginized school people who work there they don't know what they doing.Big mess there.
Tenecsha C.
18 Sep 2014
Terrible company ... Very unorganized If you want a great instructor you may have to go through 2 or three bad ones 1st... Also the receptionist are horrible and rude. When I asked for my money back ...
Terrible company ... Very unorganized If you want a great instructor you may have to go through 2 or three bad ones 1st... Also the receptionist are horrible and rude. When I asked for my money back she told me you signed a contract and you wouldn't be getting your deposit back. I then said I never signed a contract, please find my contract and email it to me... She then said well your instructor dint have time to get you to sign the contract. ... She was lying and tried to get off the phone very quick as she knew she was caught in a lie. The manager then got on the phone and I explained what happened and he said my money would be refunded... These people are the worst and VERY UNORGANISED... I should also mention that on my 1st lesson the instructor told me to put the Car in DRIVE to go in REVERSE .....
Barry Becker
8 Aug 2013
One of the best group of people to work with. they really know their stuff. I would highly recommend to anybody if they want to learn the right way to drive this would be the place to go.
Defensive Driving School Suffolk County NY
8 Aug 2013
One of the best group of people to work with. they really know their stuff. I would highly recommend to anybody if they want to learn the right way to drive this would be the place to go.
Lynn S.
19 Mar 2010
Been around for 40 years or so. Some of the instructors are great... Other schools are not so great but it is really hard to find a company nowadays that holds it's clienteles safety as priority numbe...
Been around for 40 years or so. Some of the instructors are great... Other schools are not so great but it is really hard to find a company nowadays that holds it's clienteles safety as priority number one, making money is second.
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