He (Gayan) yelled at kids in the class who couldn't speak English well and told them that they shouldn't have come to class if they can't understand him. He is an okay instructor, he knows what he's t... Read More
He (Gayan) yelled at kids in the class who couldn't speak English well and told them that they shouldn't have come to class if they can't understand him. He is an okay instructor, he knows what he's teaching but he doesn't explain things well. He contradicts himself on drives and gets frustrated easily if you don't understand what he's explaining, which results in him raising his voice. Read Less
Artur Des
27 Apr 2018
REPORT
DONT TRUST HIM IF YOUR A GIRL!! My girlfriend went in and said he harassed her! Touched her hair! Tried to get a HUG from her. Asked her to give him a call and when she asked if he had a family and ki... Read More
DONT TRUST HIM IF YOUR A GIRL!! My girlfriend went in and said he harassed her! Touched her hair! Tried to get a HUG from her. Asked her to give him a call and when she asked if he had a family and kids he said it doesnβt matter.. and at the end when she said donβt touch me he said just donβt tell anyone!! Not my first experience with hearing from them. He also takes bribes and make money his #1! Donβt trust him he should be sued!! Creep! Read Less
allan ndiguitha
7 Feb 2018
REPORT
wow i real love the first well came at Defensive school real apriciate.imagine i was the last person to take the test.eveb the roadtest was nice to him congraturation.i did it excelent and i paying my... Read More
wow i real love the first well came at Defensive school real apriciate.imagine i was the last person to take the test.eveb the roadtest was nice to him congraturation.i did it excelent and i paying my card decline i went ti the bank came with the cash where i was he even pick me up drove me to fred meyer.So he is a good guy. Read Less
Max Dzhalovskiy
26 Jan 2018
REPORT
Mr. Gayan pillai is a great teacher. Puts enthusiasm into his teaching and cares about his students progress.
Teresa Allen-Martin
2 Nov 2017
REPORT
My daughter had an excellent experience here with the driving school and instructors, but I also found the administrative staff for the school to be very friendly, helpful, and responsive. The ability... Read More
My daughter had an excellent experience here with the driving school and instructors, but I also found the administrative staff for the school to be very friendly, helpful, and responsive. The ability to schedule classes and drives was easy to use and flexible. Their overall program could be a model for how customer service should be. I feel my daughter will be a qualified and safe driver because of Defensive Driving School and would recommend this school to all I know. Read Less
Daniela Covaciu
3 Oct 2017
REPORT
Really good and understandable teacher. He cares a lot for the students especially making sure we fully understand. I highly recommend for others to come to this school. Has good quality of making us ... Read More
Really good and understandable teacher. He cares a lot for the students especially making sure we fully understand. I highly recommend for others to come to this school. Has good quality of making us students certify for our driver license. Read Less
Laurie Gowin
18 Jul 2017
REPORT
This was an excellent choice for a driving school! They REALLY emphasize safe and defensive driving skills for life. They truly want these kids to learn well and succeed.
I rode along on most driv... Read More
This was an excellent choice for a driving school! They REALLY emphasize safe and defensive driving skills for life. They truly want these kids to learn well and succeed.
I rode along on most drives with my son, and even learned a thing or two myself!!
5-stars and highly recommend!!
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Adriana Najera
12 Jul 2017
REPORT
I had lots of fun with everybody (including Gayan) and driving has been great. Good job guys ππΌ
Christopher garcia
2 Jun 2017
REPORT
This is a wonderful driving school i am so happy that i have chose this school. Gayan is really good instructor, really nice and understanding. i would have rated this a 10 stars if i could, please ch... Read More
This is a wonderful driving school i am so happy that i have chose this school. Gayan is really good instructor, really nice and understanding. i would have rated this a 10 stars if i could, please choose this driving school u wont regret it:) Read Less
Diana Vlasenko
19 May 2017
REPORT
Gayan is a really good instructor. He always makes sure that everyone understands what he is saying and always involves everyone in activities. He also makes class time fun and full of education.
Tooba Khalid
7 May 2017
REPORT
I took 6 classes from Elizabeth at defensive driving school Kent 104th Ave SE Benson Highway branch. Elizabeth is an excellent teacher. She is polite and patient and very competent. She not only tries... Read More
I took 6 classes from Elizabeth at defensive driving school Kent 104th Ave SE Benson Highway branch. Elizabeth is an excellent teacher. She is polite and patient and very competent. She not only tries to make you a good driver but a safe driver and I think being a safe driver is the most important thing for your own safety and for others safety. I highly recommend this school and Elizabeth for all new drivers. Read Less
Tyson Williams
8 Mar 2017
REPORT
I'm an employee so this might come across a little bias, but it's an honest review!....This school is amazing! You'll not find a better group of caring and dedicated instructors anywhere! Their curric... Read More
I'm an employee so this might come across a little bias, but it's an honest review!....This school is amazing! You'll not find a better group of caring and dedicated instructors anywhere! Their curriculum is second to none and envied by other driving schools. They go the extra mile to assure your teen is safe on the road, even if it means volunteering their time. This is a family owned business, and they treat everyone as if they are extended family. I am honored and proud to... be part of it. Each instructor is put through several hours of training every year and most are certified by the Department of Licensing to give the Knowledge and Skills tests. If there's a problem they will address it and solve it without hesitation or delay. I realize how expensive putting a child through this is, I've put two through it myself. However, the classroom, in car lessons, and the experience the teens get with us is phenomenal. Our lessons gain the confidence of the parents involved that our school is the best there is to offer. Please consider working with us to keep our next generation ticket and collision free for life. Before being an instructor, I was a law enforcement officer. I've seen the result of inexperienced, overconfident, teens being irresponsible behind the wheel. I've been the officer that knocks on the door to tell them the bad news. It's an experience that I had to endure many times. Now, I ask you.....What is your child's life worth to you? I'm not talking money, I'm talking quality education, experience, and safety. I promise you that you won't be disappointed. Please consider at least checking us out. Thanks. See More Read Less
Nikki Gardner
4 Aug 2016
REPORT
My daughter has completed the classroom portion and is nearly finished with the driving lessons. I'd like to give an enormous THANK YOU to Connie Fischer, for going above and beyond for my daughter. S... Read More
My daughter has completed the classroom portion and is nearly finished with the driving lessons. I'd like to give an enormous THANK YOU to Connie Fischer, for going above and beyond for my daughter. She not only added extra hours to her schedule to ensure my daughter could have the same instructor for all of her driving lessons, but she has stayed long after the lessons were over to go over results and what areas to give more attention to. She has even called me on the phone to discuss one particular drive that didn't go so well, and I was grateful for the information so we could work on improving certain things between lessons. Thank you, Connie, for you patience and attention to your student drivers! Read Less
Amy Lawler
26 May 2016
REPORT
The teachers and program course is FANTASTIC! My son has become a confident, safe driver through the friendly, teen-oriented instructors, who care deeply for the safety of their students, as well as t... Read More
The teachers and program course is FANTASTIC! My son has become a confident, safe driver through the friendly, teen-oriented instructors, who care deeply for the safety of their students, as well as the safety of the other drivers. I'd also highly recommend the skid training as well - my son loved it, and it prepares them for those unpredictable winter driving conditions. Seriously, 5 stars well earned. Read Less
Elo Fred
9 Apr 2016
REPORT
Defensive Driving is not only important but its essential to all Drivers for safe driving; Driver's decision is determine by the experience he has in defensive driving!.
Rachel Christensen
23 Dec 2015
REPORT
This is the best place for drivers training. Great customer service and the instructors are hilarious
Kristal Fawcett Andersen
7 Dec 2015
REPORT
This place is the greatest place to take driver's ed!
Shabazz Sundiata Sallier
17 Jul 2015
REPORT
Hello my name is Shabazz Sallier I signed up to take the Knowledge Test for Saturday the 20th I paid online $25 and so I was told on the phone many times before that day came that the location I was g... Read More
Hello my name is Shabazz Sallier I signed up to take the Knowledge Test for Saturday the 20th I paid online $25 and so I was told on the phone many times before that day came that the location I was going to was the West Seattle one and that I would have 30 minutes to take the test so I went there at 1:00 pm that's when I was schedule to take the test so when I went there I was handed the test and time passed and the lady said you got 5 minutes left she kept bugging me you go...Continue Reading Read Less
Tamara Hopkins
24 May 2014
REPORT
Defensive Driving School recently opened a school in our very small community. My son is currently enrolled in his 2nd week of lessons, and absolutely loving it. The level of instruction, communicatio... Read More
Defensive Driving School recently opened a school in our very small community. My son is currently enrolled in his 2nd week of lessons, and absolutely loving it. The level of instruction, communication with the parents, quality of the car used for learning, and professionalism are all top notch. Thank you, Defensive Driving School, for providing an opportunity for those of us "in the boonies" to have an excellent option to give our up-and-coming drivers! Read Less
Carla Strunk
31 Dec 2013
REPORT
Silverdale office let us down. We got to the DOL today only to find out that the school never bothered to enter my son's test scores into the system. His birthday is between holidays. The school is... Read More
Silverdale office let us down. We got to the DOL today only to find out that the school never bothered to enter my son's test scores into the system. His birthday is between holidays. The school is closed and the boy who planned in advance to be ready for this day by completing all his tests in November is stuck waiting until after the New Year. Would I recommend this school? Probably not! Read Less
He (Gayan) yelled at kids in the class who couldn't speak English well and told them that they shouldn't have come to class if they can't understand him. He is an okay instructor, he knows what he's t... Read More
He (Gayan) yelled at kids in the class who couldn't speak English well and told them that they shouldn't have come to class if they can't understand him. He is an okay instructor, he knows what he's teaching but he doesn't explain things well. He contradicts himself on drives and gets frustrated easily if you don't understand what he's explaining, which results in him raising his voice. Read Less
Artur Des
27 Apr 2018
REPORT
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DONT TRUST HIM IF YOUR A GIRL!! My girlfriend went in and said he harassed her! Touched her hair! Tried to get a HUG from her. Asked her to give him a call and when she asked if he had a family and ki... Read More
DONT TRUST HIM IF YOUR A GIRL!! My girlfriend went in and said he harassed her! Touched her hair! Tried to get a HUG from her. Asked her to give him a call and when she asked if he had a family and kids he said it doesnβt matter.. and at the end when she said donβt touch me he said just donβt tell anyone!! Not my first experience with hearing from them. He also takes bribes and make money his #1! Donβt trust him he should be sued!! Creep! Read Less
allan ndiguitha
7 Feb 2018
REPORT
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REPORT
wow i real love the first well came at Defensive school real apriciate.imagine i was the last person to take the test.eveb the roadtest was nice to him congraturation.i did it excelent and i paying my... Read More
wow i real love the first well came at Defensive school real apriciate.imagine i was the last person to take the test.eveb the roadtest was nice to him congraturation.i did it excelent and i paying my card decline i went ti the bank came with the cash where i was he even pick me up drove me to fred meyer.So he is a good guy. Read Less
Max Dzhalovskiy
26 Jan 2018
REPORT
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Mr. Gayan pillai is a great teacher. Puts enthusiasm into his teaching and cares about his students progress.
Teresa Allen-Martin
2 Nov 2017
REPORT
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REPORT
My daughter had an excellent experience here with the driving school and instructors, but I also found the administrative staff for the school to be very friendly, helpful, and responsive. The ability... Read More
My daughter had an excellent experience here with the driving school and instructors, but I also found the administrative staff for the school to be very friendly, helpful, and responsive. The ability to schedule classes and drives was easy to use and flexible. Their overall program could be a model for how customer service should be. I feel my daughter will be a qualified and safe driver because of Defensive Driving School and would recommend this school to all I know. Read Less
Daniela Covaciu
3 Oct 2017
REPORT
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REPORT
Really good and understandable teacher. He cares a lot for the students especially making sure we fully understand. I highly recommend for others to come to this school. Has good quality of making us ... Read More
Really good and understandable teacher. He cares a lot for the students especially making sure we fully understand. I highly recommend for others to come to this school. Has good quality of making us students certify for our driver license. Read Less
Laurie Gowin
18 Jul 2017
REPORT
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REPORT
This was an excellent choice for a driving school! They REALLY emphasize safe and defensive driving skills for life. They truly want these kids to learn well and succeed.
I rode along on most driv... Read More
This was an excellent choice for a driving school! They REALLY emphasize safe and defensive driving skills for life. They truly want these kids to learn well and succeed.
I rode along on most drives with my son, and even learned a thing or two myself!!
5-stars and highly recommend!!
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Adriana Najera
12 Jul 2017
REPORT
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I had lots of fun with everybody (including Gayan) and driving has been great. Good job guys ππΌ
Christopher garcia
2 Jun 2017
REPORT
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This is a wonderful driving school i am so happy that i have chose this school. Gayan is really good instructor, really nice and understanding. i would have rated this a 10 stars if i could, please ch... Read More
This is a wonderful driving school i am so happy that i have chose this school. Gayan is really good instructor, really nice and understanding. i would have rated this a 10 stars if i could, please choose this driving school u wont regret it:) Read Less
Diana Vlasenko
19 May 2017
REPORT
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REPORT
Gayan is a really good instructor. He always makes sure that everyone understands what he is saying and always involves everyone in activities. He also makes class time fun and full of education.
Tooba Khalid
7 May 2017
REPORT
βββββ
REPORT
I took 6 classes from Elizabeth at defensive driving school Kent 104th Ave SE Benson Highway branch. Elizabeth is an excellent teacher. She is polite and patient and very competent. She not only tries... Read More
I took 6 classes from Elizabeth at defensive driving school Kent 104th Ave SE Benson Highway branch. Elizabeth is an excellent teacher. She is polite and patient and very competent. She not only tries to make you a good driver but a safe driver and I think being a safe driver is the most important thing for your own safety and for others safety. I highly recommend this school and Elizabeth for all new drivers. Read Less
Tyson Williams
8 Mar 2017
REPORT
βββββ
REPORT
I'm an employee so this might come across a little bias, but it's an honest review!....This school is amazing! You'll not find a better group of caring and dedicated instructors anywhere! Their curric... Read More
I'm an employee so this might come across a little bias, but it's an honest review!....This school is amazing! You'll not find a better group of caring and dedicated instructors anywhere! Their curriculum is second to none and envied by other driving schools. They go the extra mile to assure your teen is safe on the road, even if it means volunteering their time. This is a family owned business, and they treat everyone as if they are extended family. I am honored and proud to... be part of it. Each instructor is put through several hours of training every year and most are certified by the Department of Licensing to give the Knowledge and Skills tests. If there's a problem they will address it and solve it without hesitation or delay. I realize how expensive putting a child through this is, I've put two through it myself. However, the classroom, in car lessons, and the experience the teens get with us is phenomenal. Our lessons gain the confidence of the parents involved that our school is the best there is to offer. Please consider working with us to keep our next generation ticket and collision free for life. Before being an instructor, I was a law enforcement officer. I've seen the result of inexperienced, overconfident, teens being irresponsible behind the wheel. I've been the officer that knocks on the door to tell them the bad news. It's an experience that I had to endure many times. Now, I ask you.....What is your child's life worth to you? I'm not talking money, I'm talking quality education, experience, and safety. I promise you that you won't be disappointed. Please consider at least checking us out. Thanks. See More Read Less
Nikki Gardner
4 Aug 2016
REPORT
βββββ
REPORT
My daughter has completed the classroom portion and is nearly finished with the driving lessons. I'd like to give an enormous THANK YOU to Connie Fischer, for going above and beyond for my daughter. S... Read More
My daughter has completed the classroom portion and is nearly finished with the driving lessons. I'd like to give an enormous THANK YOU to Connie Fischer, for going above and beyond for my daughter. She not only added extra hours to her schedule to ensure my daughter could have the same instructor for all of her driving lessons, but she has stayed long after the lessons were over to go over results and what areas to give more attention to. She has even called me on the phone to discuss one particular drive that didn't go so well, and I was grateful for the information so we could work on improving certain things between lessons. Thank you, Connie, for you patience and attention to your student drivers! Read Less
Amy Lawler
26 May 2016
REPORT
βββββ
REPORT
The teachers and program course is FANTASTIC! My son has become a confident, safe driver through the friendly, teen-oriented instructors, who care deeply for the safety of their students, as well as t... Read More
The teachers and program course is FANTASTIC! My son has become a confident, safe driver through the friendly, teen-oriented instructors, who care deeply for the safety of their students, as well as the safety of the other drivers. I'd also highly recommend the skid training as well - my son loved it, and it prepares them for those unpredictable winter driving conditions. Seriously, 5 stars well earned. Read Less
Elo Fred
9 Apr 2016
REPORT
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REPORT
Defensive Driving is not only important but its essential to all Drivers for safe driving; Driver's decision is determine by the experience he has in defensive driving!.
Rachel Christensen
23 Dec 2015
REPORT
βββββ
REPORT
This is the best place for drivers training. Great customer service and the instructors are hilarious
Kristal Fawcett Andersen
7 Dec 2015
REPORT
βββββ
REPORT
This place is the greatest place to take driver's ed!
Shabazz Sundiata Sallier
17 Jul 2015
REPORT
βββββ
REPORT
Hello my name is Shabazz Sallier I signed up to take the Knowledge Test for Saturday the 20th I paid online $25 and so I was told on the phone many times before that day came that the location I was g... Read More
Hello my name is Shabazz Sallier I signed up to take the Knowledge Test for Saturday the 20th I paid online $25 and so I was told on the phone many times before that day came that the location I was going to was the West Seattle one and that I would have 30 minutes to take the test so I went there at 1:00 pm that's when I was schedule to take the test so when I went there I was handed the test and time passed and the lady said you got 5 minutes left she kept bugging me you go...Continue Reading Read Less
Tamara Hopkins
24 May 2014
REPORT
βββββ
REPORT
Defensive Driving School recently opened a school in our very small community. My son is currently enrolled in his 2nd week of lessons, and absolutely loving it. The level of instruction, communicatio... Read More
Defensive Driving School recently opened a school in our very small community. My son is currently enrolled in his 2nd week of lessons, and absolutely loving it. The level of instruction, communication with the parents, quality of the car used for learning, and professionalism are all top notch. Thank you, Defensive Driving School, for providing an opportunity for those of us "in the boonies" to have an excellent option to give our up-and-coming drivers! Read Less
Carla Strunk
31 Dec 2013
REPORT
βββββ
REPORT
Silverdale office let us down. We got to the DOL today only to find out that the school never bothered to enter my son's test scores into the system. His birthday is between holidays. The school is... Read More
Silverdale office let us down. We got to the DOL today only to find out that the school never bothered to enter my son's test scores into the system. His birthday is between holidays. The school is closed and the boy who planned in advance to be ready for this day by completing all his tests in November is stuck waiting until after the New Year. Would I recommend this school? Probably not! Read Less