Learn the techniques you need to be a confident, safe driver at
North Idaho's Premier Driving School.
ABOUT US
Panhandle Driving School
As the Inland Northwest’s premier driving school we have been doing business in Bonner County for over 30 years. Our objective at Panhandle Driving School is to teach the full spectrum of driving skills so that our graduates become safe, responsible, and competent drivers on our roadways.
In addition, the following list is a just a few reasons why many parents, graduates, and current students have chosen to turn to Panhandle Driving School as their road to a successful drivers education experience:
- A+ Rating with The Better Business Bureau
- Over 10,000 students have successfully completed the course
- Classes offered year round
- GUEST SPEAKERS AND DEMONSTRATIONS include a presentation from Idaho State Police, an in person demonstration on hooking up / backing a trailer, Idaho Dept. of Transportation, demonstration on jumping your battery, checking your oil level and changing a tire.
- Flexible driving schedules to work around your busy schedule
- Afternoon and evening classes during the academic year
- One of the lowest priced courses in the northwest
Scheduled Course Dates
All courses taught at Sandpoint High School
Upcoming course schedules:
November/December 2025 courses full, including online.
2026 Schedule :
Online full, 3:30 full , 6:00 full
Online full, 3:30 full , 6:00 full
March Online FULL
April Online FULL
Online and 3:30 FULL but 6:00 class open
May online open
Summer 2026 classes are open!
In Person June 8th-July 14th 9:00am and 11:30am both open
In Person July 20th - August 25th 9:00am and 11:30am both open
June, July and August online spots are very limited but currently openings
Fall 2026 courses will open in February
**Online course options are available on the registration page- CLICK HERE for FAQ about the online course.
PLEASE NOTE these options are booked full about the same time frame of availability as in-person courses. We have our own online program now, please do not register with another online company**
What you will find inside
Getting Your Permit
Getting Your Permit
Getting Your Permit
You must obtain a learners permit before being enrolled in a Panhandle Driving School class. The student must obtain a learners permit from the Drivers License Department.
CLICK HERE for a list of the documents and the required information you need to process your learners permit application.
Our Instructors
Getting Your Permit
Getting Your Permit
At Panhandle Driving School, our instructor's goals are to excel and strive to be the best. We have earned the positive reputation in the community due to our hard work, passion, commitment, and dedication to ensure the students are learning to be safe and competent drivers.
CLICK HERE to visit Our Instructors Page
Course Schedule
Getting Your Permit
Here you will find a list of the current scheduled courses. please visit this page to view our our course schedule. Class size is limited. Register Today to reserve a seat in one of our courses.
CLICK HERE to go to the
Course Registration Page
and register TODAY!!
Forms and Links
Use this section to obtain the forms you'll need as well as some informational links.
CLICK HERE to go to the
Forms and Links page.
FAQ
FAQ
You have questions, we have answers.
CLICK HERE for a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers.