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South Milwaukee Wisconsin Teen Driving Guide

What parents and teenagers need to know about the learn-to-drive process in South Milwaukee, WI

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6 steps for your teen to get their license in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
1
Enroll in a Wisconsin Driver's Ed Program
WHEN: Your teen can start classroom instruction as soon as they are 15 years old.
DURATION: Wisconsin law requires 30 hours of classroom instruction.
WHY: By knocking out some classroom hours beforehand, teens will be better prepared for the permit test.
WHERE: Classroom instruction can be done in-person at a local driving school or online.
ONLINE DRIVING PROGRAMS:
Driversed.com
Wisconsin-approved online course that your Teen can complete at home on their computer
IN-PERSON DRIVING PROGRAMS NEAR YOU:
Safety First Driving School
4342 S. 27th St., Milwaukee, WI 53221
 (414) 325-5770
Directions
Crash Course Driver Education Center LLC
4369 S. Howell Ave., Suite 305, Room 101, Milwaukee, WI 53207
 (414) 255-8700
Website
Directions
​Hands on the Wheel Driving Academy, LLC
4369 S. Howell Ave., Suite 305, Room 101, ​Milwaukee, WI 53207
 (414) 255-8006
Website
Directions
L & B Driving School of Racine, LLC
3749 Douglas Ave., Racine, WI 53402
 (262) 639-3007
Website
Directions
Arcade Drivers School
8511 W. Lincoln Ave., West Allis, WI 53227
 (414) 328-1212
Website
Directions
LADA Driver School, LLC
3815 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood, WI 53211
 (414) 906-0652
Website
Directions
Easy Method Driving School
6031 W. Center St., Milwaukee, WI 53210
 (414) 447-0202
Directions
North Shore Driving School
6031 W. Center St., Suite A, Milwaukee, WI 53210
 (414) 352-1661
Directions
Arcade Drivers School
4900 Spring St. Suite 105, Racine, WI 53406
 (262) 637-9193
Directions
​Open Roads Driving School, LLC
S73 W16485 Janesville Rd., Suite 209, ​Muskego, WI 53150
 (262) 375-0031
Website
Directions
2
Pass the Learner's Permit Exam
WHEN: Your teen can take the learner's permit exam any time after they turn 15 years old.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring the original or certified birth certificate, social security card, and a document that proves residence with a street address (bank statement, utility bill), required fees, show proof that you are enrolled in a certified driver education program, enrolled in high school, and that you have insurance.
WHY: This tests knowledge of Wisconsin driving laws, as well as a vision test.
WHERE: Take the exam at a Wisconsin BMV location, but note that only some locations provide testing services.
LOCATIONS AROUND THE SOUTH MILWAUKEE AREA WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
South Milwaukee Service Center
1835 College Avenue, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
 (608) 264-7447
Website
Directions
Milwaukee Central Service Center
2701 S. Chase Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207
 (608) 264-7447
Website
Directions
Milwaukee Southwest Service Center
5500 W. Grange Avenue, Greendale, WI 53129
 (608) 264-7447
Website
Directions
Milwaukee Downtown Service Center
819 N. 6th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53203
 (608) 264-7447
Website
Directions
Racine/Sturtevant Service Center
9531 Rayne Road, Sturtevant, WI 53177
 (608) 264-7447
Website
Directions
3
Practice Driving On Wisconsin Roads with a Parent
WHEN: This takes place during the time when your teen has their permit, from 15 years old to 16 years old.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Your teen should always carry their Wisconsin learner's permit each time they drive. A parent or guardian is required to be present. Use the DRVN app to guide development and track time.
DURATION: Wisconsin law requires 50 hours of supervised driving time, with 10 of these hours at night.
WHERE: Practice driving on a range of roads, from residential to city to freeways. Focus especially on roads in and around the Wisconsin area to build familiarity with local traffic.
MOBILE COACHING APP FOR PARENTS AND TEENS:
DRVN
This Mobile App makes it easy for parents to guide skills development and track practice driving time.
4
Practice Driving with an Instructor In Wisconsin
WHEN: This takes place while your teen has their Wisconsin learner's permit, and at the same time as classroom instruction.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Your teen should carry their learner's permit, and you'll need to acquire the services of a licensed Wisconsin Driving instructor.
DURATION: Wisconsin law requires 6 hours of behind-the-wheel practice with an instructor. Professional driving instructor services are available at most state-certified driving schools.
DRIVING INSTRUCTORS IN THE SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN AREA:
Safety First Driving School
4342 S. 27th St., Milwaukee, WI 53221
 (414) 325-5770
Directions
Crash Course Driver Education Center LLC
4369 S. Howell Ave., Suite 305, Room 101, Milwaukee, WI 53207
 (414) 255-8700
Website
Directions
​Hands on the Wheel Driving Academy, LLC
4369 S. Howell Ave., Suite 305, Room 101, ​Milwaukee, WI 53207
 (414) 255-8006
Website
Directions
L & B Driving School of Racine, LLC
3749 Douglas Ave., Racine, WI 53402
 (262) 639-3007
Website
Directions
Arcade Drivers School
8511 W. Lincoln Ave., West Allis, WI 53227
 (414) 328-1212
Website
Directions
LADA Driver School, LLC
3815 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood, WI 53211
 (414) 906-0652
Website
Directions
Easy Method Driving School
6031 W. Center St., Milwaukee, WI 53210
 (414) 447-0202
Directions
North Shore Driving School
6031 W. Center St., Suite A, Milwaukee, WI 53210
 (414) 352-1661
Directions
Arcade Drivers School
4900 Spring St. Suite 105, Racine, WI 53406
 (262) 637-9193
Directions
​Open Roads Driving School, LLC
S73 W16485 Janesville Rd., Suite 209, ​Muskego, WI 53150
 (262) 375-0031
Website
Directions
5
Take the Wisconsin Driver's License Exam
WHEN: When your teen turns 16, and they have completed the classroom and driving requirements listed above, schedule the final road test with the BMV.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring the original or certified birth certificate, social security card, and a document that proves residence with a street address (bank statement, utility bill), required fees, show proof that you coompleted a certified driver education program, are currently enrolled in high school, and that you have insurance.
WHERE: Take the exam at a Wisconsin BMV location, but note that only some locations provide this exam. Make sure to schedule the exam in advance.
LOCATIONS WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
South Milwaukee Service Center
1835 College Avenue, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
 (608) 264-7447
Website
Directions
Milwaukee Central Service Center
2701 S. Chase Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207
 (608) 264-7447
Website
Directions
Milwaukee Southwest Service Center
5500 W. Grange Avenue, Greendale, WI 53129
 (608) 264-7447
Website
Directions
Milwaukee Downtown Service Center
819 N. 6th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53203
 (608) 264-7447
Website
Directions
Racine/Sturtevant Service Center
9531 Rayne Road, Sturtevant, WI 53177
 (608) 264-7447
Website
Directions
6
Purchase Car Insurance Coverage In Wisconsin For Your Teen
WHEN: Your teen is automatically covered under your policy when they have their permit, at no additional cost. However, once they get their full license and start driving, they will need a separate insurance coverage. Be prepared, this can be costly.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: You'll need to provide your insurance agent with a copy of your teen's driver's license, plus information on the primary vehicle that they will be driving. If your teen is a good student with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher, many insurers will offer discounts if you provide a copy of their grade card.
WHERE: Start with your insurance agent, but make sure to shop around!

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