Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Driving School in Middletown, OH
Bick's Driving School has been dedicated to driver education since 1967, serving Southwestern Ohio with comprehensive training programs. Our mission is to provide professional driver's training that emphasizes safety, skill development, and confidence behind the wheel. With three convenient locations in Middletown, Lebanon, and Springboro, we offer classroom instruction and hands-on driving experience tailored to meet state requirements. Our team of certified instructors brings decades of expertise, utilizing late-model vehicles with dual controls for optimal learning. We maintain a clean, supportive environment while offering flexible scheduling options to accommodate students' needs.Over 50 years of operation have solidified our reputation as a trusted driving school in the region. Our commitment extends beyond training hours, with ongoing support available to students throughout their learning process. We prioritize personalized service, including convenient pickup arrangements and thorough maneuverability practice. As a locally owned business, we maintain strong community ties while adhering to rigorous state-mandated training standards. Our history of continuous improvement reflects our dedication to evolving with modern driving education requirements.
Services
Classroom Instruction
Driving Lessons
Defensive Driving
Maneuverability Practice
Flexible Scheduling
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of driver education experience in Southwestern Ohio
- Our instructors hold Ohio Driving Instructor Licenses with 15+ years experience
- We maintain a clean, smoke-free learning environment with modern training vehicles
- We provide flexible scheduling options for classroom and driving instruction
- We offer convenient pickup arrangements at home, school, or designated locations
Services
Classroom Instruction
Our 24-hour state-mandated classroom program covers defensive driving techniques and traffic safety fundamentals. Students learn through structured lessons taught by certified instructors with decades of combined experience. The curriculum prepares learners for practical driving assessments while emphasizing responsible decision-making behind the wheel.
Driving Lessons
Eight hours of professional driving instruction delivered in late-model vehicles with dual controls. Our four two-hour sessions focus on real-world driving scenarios, including highway navigation and parking maneuvers. Instructors provide personalized feedback to develop safe driving habits and build confidence in various traffic conditions.
Defensive Driving
Specialized defensive driving courses based on National Safety Council and Smith System methodologies. This training emphasizes hazard recognition, proper following distances, and proactive decision-making. Our program helps reduce accident risks while preparing students for challenging driving situations they may encounter.
Maneuverability Practice
Comprehensive maneuverability training covering parallel parking, three-point turns, and obstacle navigation. Students receive multiple practice opportunities in controlled environments before public road driving. This focused instruction builds spatial awareness and vehicle control essential for safe driving.
Flexible Scheduling
Customizable scheduling options for both classroom and driving sessions. Students can arrange lessons around school or work commitments through our phone registration system. Our program accommodates individual needs while maintaining compliance with state-mandated training requirements and instructor availability.
People
Jack R. Bick
Founder
Established the school in 1967 after teaching experience and social security administration work. Retired in 1985 to become a Methodist pastor, leaving a legacy of driver safety education that continues today through the school's ongoing operations.
Kevin D. Lackens
President
Current owner since 1995, continuing the tradition of quality driver education. Brings extensive industry knowledge from years of involvement with the school, overseeing expansion to multiple locations while maintaining high training standards and community-focused service.
Questions
What driver education programs do you offer?
We provide state-certified classroom instruction (24 hours) and in-car training (8 hours) meeting Ohio's licensing requirements for new drivers.
How experienced are your driving instructors?
All instructors hold Ohio Driving Instructor Licenses with minimum 15 years experience, plus annual physicals and FBI background checks for safety compliance.
Can I schedule lessons online?
While we accept online students, registration requires phone contact with our Middletown office to arrange payment and schedule sessions with available instructors.
What areas do you serve?
We operate in Middletown, Lebanon, Springboro, and surrounding communities including Monroe, Trenton, Germantown, Carlisle, and Greater Lebanon areas.
What vehicle features do you provide for training?
Our fleet includes late-model, air-conditioned vehicles with dual controls for safety, regularly inspected by the State Highway Patrol for compliance.
