Cascade - Open Road Driving School of Yelm

"I sent my Son and my Daughter to this driving school. They both enjoyed the experience and liked the instructor's. The price was very reasonable. I recommend them to all my friends with kids needing a driver's education course."

"I took my driving test here on Saturday morning. Mind you, I hate any kind of encounter where I know someone’s entire job is to judge me. Interviews. Tests. It all makes me a nervous wreck. The skills test was surprisingly painless and I never felt too harshly judged. Would recommend this school to anyone."

"They were very patient with both my children... one of which with very very little experience. They were easy to work with. My kids were comfortable and learned alot. Got a discount for signing both up at the same time, which helped. They were fair priced compared to other places in the area. Is recommend for sure! Thanks."

"I wouldn't say my first experience was a good one. I scheduled my appointment for a written exam because I needed a WA State Driver's license. When I went to test I was not late however my sister had to grab my purse to bring it to me so I could show them my ID. She arrived one minute after the hour. The lady there told me I had to start on the hour because it was scheduled on the hour. She told me to reschedule. I went to 911 Driving School instead. A year later my son enrolled at Cascade because it was cheaper than other schools. It wasn't until Orientation I was told about the fees they apply if they feel your child fails a lesson... My son said that the teacher was annoyed on their first driving lesson and didn't feel comfortable with her. I said it was probably just his nerves but I assumed she may of just been firm in the lesson. They give six lessons and during the lesson they expect the child to know how to drive BEFORE the lesson. If they fail on the "Driving Lesson" they will apply a fee for wasting the teacher's time. My child told me that in class they read from the book for an hour and a half, have a five question test, sometimes a worksheet, then watch videos for thirty minutes. The teacher will give some direction but my son said he learns more at home. They do not allow parents to sit in to witness this so called education or give a syllabus to take home. This company needs a little more professionalism. However they do not refund after orientation. I will not choose this school for my daughter."

"Karen was amazing!! I took my little brother in to take his skills test. It was quick, and easy. She was so helpful and easy to work with. Very happy with our experience when my other siblings are ready I would highly recommend this place to them :)"