About International Driving School
Founded in 1964, International Driving School has been a trusted name in driver education across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area for over 60 years.
Thousands of students have passed through our doors — and passed their road tests — with the confidence that comes from being taught by an instructor with genuine international credentials and a lifetime of experience on the road.
Our Philosophy
We believe learning to drive is about more than passing a test. It's about developing the judgement, confidence, and habits that keep you — and everyone you share the road with — safe for the rest of your life.
Every lesson is built around three principles:
- Confidence through practice. We don't rush you. We build skill at your pace.
- Safety first, always. Good drivers anticipate. We teach you to read the road before it reads you.
- Real-world readiness. Passing the test matters. Driving safely for decades matters more.
Three generations of GTA drivers have trusted us with their first time behind the wheel.
Instructor Experience
Our lead instructor holds credentials that span continents:
- MTO-approved Driving Instructor — fully certified for Beginner Driver Education in Ontario.
- P.S.V London Transport (England) — licensed to instruct Public Service Vehicle drivers under UK standards.
- League of Safe Drivers Diploma for Advanced Driving Tuition.
- Institute of Advanced Motorists Certificate — the international gold standard in defensive driving instruction.
- M.T.C & O.S.I Approved for both in-car and advanced classroom instruction.
See the full list on our Certifications page.
Ready to Start?
Whether you're a brand new driver, brushing up before your road test, or arriving from overseas and need to master Canadian road conditions — we're here to help.