Experience You Can Trust.
Kristen Yearling, Granville Parent of Teen Driver
“ Thank you so much! Anna had a wonderful experience with your program, and her instructor was amazing! ”
Kim Dunkes, Granville Parent of Teen Driver
“ Thanks so much for your email and call regarding Liam’s performance in the GRD driver’s ed program. We appreciate all of you and this program! Liam had a truly positive experience and learned a great deal from his in-car instructor, Dale. ”
Melanie Lamb, Granville Parent of Teen Driver
“ Thanks for your help! We'll be back in three years for his younger sister. ”
Katie McKenney, Granville Parent of Teen Driver
“ Lily just finished her in cars with Mike. He was great!! Lily really enjoyed the sessions and his instructions. We feel lucky to have had such a great experience with all of the GRD driver’s ed classes. ”
Amy Hill, Alexandria Parent of Teen Driver
“ Thank you for all your help during our driving adventures. Dale was just the best and taught Lily so so much!! ”
Lori Ladzinski, Granville Parent of Teen Driver
“ Slade really enjoyed the GRD driving program. Dale was absolutely fantastic! ”
ATTENTION:
New Ohio State Law
(Effective September 30, 2025)
Beginning on September 30, 2025, Ohioans age 18, 19, and 20 will be required to take an Ohio-approved driver training course and complete 50 hours of driving practice supervised by a licensed adult to receive a driver license. This “Class D” training aligns with the training requirements that remain in effect for youth age 16 and 17. The training must be completed before scheduling a driving test with an Ohio Driver License Examiner at www.ohiodrivingtest.com.
For more information around requirements, click here.
ATTENTION:
New Rules For
Limited Term Licenses
(Effective September 30, 2025)
A non-renewable, non-transferrable (limited term) license is the form of driver license issued to temporary residents in the United States that is valid for the duration of their stay. A temporary resident is a person who is not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident under U.S. immigration laws, but who does have legal presence in the country.
For more information and what a non-renewable, non-transferrable (limited term) license looks like click here.
Starting June 30, 2025, you will be required to take an Ohio-approved driver training course, and complete 50-hours of practice driving supervised by a licensed adult. This “Class D” training aligns with the training requirements that remain in effect for youth age 16 and 17. The training must be completed before scheduling a driving test with an Ohio Driver License Examiner at www.ohiodrivingtest.com.
* If you currently hold an unexpired out of country license from Canada, France, Germany, Japan, South Korea or Taiwan, you are exempt from these requirements, and may obtain a Limited Term License by presenting your current license at the time of application.
Make it a better experience.
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Driver's Education | Classroom/In-Car
OPEN TO RESIDENTS & NON-RESIDENTS
(ages 15yrs 5mo+)FOCUS:
To provide teens the opportunity to receive the drivers ed training required by the State of Ohio to obtain a State Of Ohio Drivers License.STATE OF OHIO REQUIREMENT:
The State of Ohio requirement for teen driver's education includes completing 24 hours of traditional in-person classroom, plus the completion of 8 hours of in-vehicle training. STUDENTS MUST COMPLETE Driver's Ed (classroom and in-vehicle) within 6 months of starting, otherwise student must pay again and start course over.AGE REQUIREMENTS:
Teens may start their classroom training with us at 15 years and 5 months of age. Teens may test for their learners permit at 15 years and 6 months of age.CLASSES OFFERED:
Over 6 Sundays or During The School Day at Granville High School.FORMAT:
Course includes:
• 24 hrs of Classroom Instruction
• 8 hrs of Behind-The-Wheel Instruction* (four 2 hr drives)*Students will practice their driving skills one-on-one with the GRD Drive Instructor.
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Driver's Education | In-Car Only
OPEN TO RESIDENTS & NON-RESIDENTS
(ages 15yrs 6mo+)FOCUS:
To provide teens the opportunity to receive the drivers ed training required by the State of Ohio to obtain a State Of Ohio Drivers License.STATE OF OHIO REQUIREMENT:
The State of Ohio requirement for teen driver's education includes completing 24 hours of online classroom plus the completion of 8 hours of in-vehicle training. STUDENTS MUST COMPLETE Driver's Ed (Behind-The-Wheel instruction) within 6 months of starting, otherwise student must pay again and start instruction over.REQUIREMENTS:
Teens may schedule their in-car training with us once the student has completed all 24 hours of online classroom instruction and have their Certificate of Completion from the online provider.FORMAT:
Course includes:
• 8 hrs of Behind-The-Wheel Training (four 2 hr drives)Students will practice their driving skills one-on-one with the GRD Drive Instructor.
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Driver's Education | Extra Drives
OPEN TO RESIDENTS & NON-RESIDENTS
(ages 15yrs 6mo+)FOCUS:
To provide teens the opportunity to receive extra instruction with your GRD Instructor. They will provide further help with any driving skills including maneurverability.REQUIREMENTS:
Students must have already completed the State of Ohio Requirement of the 8 hrs Behind-The-Wheel Instruction.FORMAT:
• Session options (1 hr or 2 hr increments)**Extra Drive Sessions are at an additional cost. Students will practice their driving skills one-on-one with the GRD Drive Instructor.
Is your teen ready to drive?
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Teaching your teen to drive?
It takes practice—and plenty of patience. Here’s all the info you need to successfully navigate the process. Start Parent/Guardian Orientation
Just like sports, or dance, or any skill you want to master, learning to drive takes hours and hours of practice. As a parent, you play a crucial role in preparing your teenager to be a safe and confident driver who understands the rules of the road.
Inexperience is the #1 reason teens crash. Source: CDC - Risk Factors for Teen Drivers
TEMPORARY PERMIT
At age 15 years and six months, teens can get their temporary instruction permit. Check out the requirements here.PROBATIONARY LICENSE
Teens can get a probationary license at age 16 after completing driver training and supervised practice. Check out requirements here.FULL LICENSE
At age 18, protections from the probationary license lift and teens are fully licensed. Check out requirements here.Above you will find the GRD Drive Academy current Driver’s Education offerings that are available to residents and non-residents.
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Borrow Driver’s Ed Cones free of charge!
All students who have enrolled in one of our Driver’s Education programs can use one of our set of driver’s cones and poles to practice maneuverability. We understand how important your teen wants to feel when taking the Maneuverability Test during his Road Test at the BMV. Yhat is why we provide the convince of checking out cones allowing your teen to practice the course in their own vehicle.
Call the GRD office, 740-587-1976 to schedule pick-up.
Maneuverability Course Diagram: (found under the Driving & Skills Tab)
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Teens who are enrolled in “Teen Driver Education | Classroom/In-Car” will receive certificate upon completion of in-cars.
Those enrolled in “Teen Driver Education | In-Car Only” must provide the GRD Drive Academy their Online Certificates before scheduling In-Cars. Upon completion of In-Cars teens will receive their final certificate from the GRD.
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The Road Test for licensure may not be taken until teen has had their permit for 6 months and they have completed the Ohio Graduated Drivers Licensing Program. Teens can schedule test through the Ohio BMV website 6 weeks before the desired testing date.
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• Permit
• GRD Drive Academy Certificate of Completion
• Fifty Hours Driving Log (teens received in their permit packet) or Download Form Here*
*Either form used must be notarized
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