James Keller Driving School was founded to provide safe and professional driving instruction to new drivers in the Washington, DC area. Years later, we are one of the most well-respected local driving schools in the area. We serve hundreds of students each year and our fully licensed driving school is trusted by adults and teenagers alike to provide a patient, courteous, and safe driving experience.
Driving is a serious activity that demands responsibility, know-how, and attentiveness from drivers. Our instructors are highly qualified and each of us is skilled in helping even the most nervous of drivers get over their stress and discomfort. Most importantly, we take pride in the quality drivers educated by our school. We want to keep Washington, DC streets safe as well as teen and adult drivers alike.
Our Mission
- To provide professional, informed, and comfortable instruction that turns new or inexperienced drivers into safe, collision-free, and confident drivers.
- To create a fun environment for instructors and students that fosters valuable learning and hands-on experience.
- To teach our students to take the consequences of their actions seriously and respect the road.
- To inform previous drivers with mediocre driving skills of the best defensive driving skills that will keep them free of collisions and tickets for life.
What We Offer
- Behind-The-Wheel + Road Test Preparation
- Written + Permit Test Preparation
- Car Rental For Your Road Test
Our Team
James Keller – Chief Instructor
James has provided driving instruction for over 20 years to adults and teenagers. Over 96% of his students pass their driving test on their first try. He takes pride in the quality driving instruction James Keller Driving School provides to the community.
Sandra Masters – Classroom Instructor
Sandra enjoys teaching drivers the basics of defensive driving before they get on the road. After all, a good education helps her students make good decisions behind the wheel! She also enjoys running, spending time with her family, and traveling (by car, of course!)
Pete Hammond – Driving Instructor
Pete is Mr. funny man, known for making even the most nervous driver laugh into relaxation before getting behind the wheel for the first time. A former basketball coach for 10 years, Pete believes that communication, practice, and trust are critical for educating his students.
Cathrine Feehly – Driving Instructor
Jenny has taught driving instruction for 15 years to adults and teenagers. With her dad being a former cop, Jenny grew up with a respect for the law and always wants her drivers to learn the best defensive driving skills for transporting themselves, friends, and family.