Driving school near
Wheaton, Maryland
Circle Driving School is just 2 miles south of Wheaton on Georgia Ave — or 2 Red Line stops from Wheaton Metro. MVA-certified programs, taught by Mr. Mekonnen since 2016.
Getting here from Wheaton
By car
Head south on Georgia Ave (MD-97) toward Silver Spring. Turn right on Fenton St. Our office is at 8115 Fenton St, Suite 202. Street parking and garage parking are available nearby. Drive time: 7–10 minutes.
By Metro
Take the Red Line from Wheaton Station toward Shady Grove — 2 stops to Silver Spring Station. Exit and walk 5 minutes south on Fenton St to our office. Total transit time: about 15 minutes.
Why Wheaton students choose Circle
There are driving schools in Wheaton — but Circle is the closest MVA-certified school with flexible evening, morning, and weekend schedules that work around school and work commitments.
- MVA-certified since 2016 — not a new program
- Evening online classes mean no commute on school nights
- Mr. Mekonnen teaches every class personally — not handed off to rotating substitutes
- 1,000+ students trained across Montgomery County
- White Oak MVA road test packages — we provide the car
- 4.8★ Google rating from verified students
“Mr. Mekonnen is an excellent instructor. I appreciate that he corrects errors in a way that is unobstructive.”
— Laura C. · 5★ Google Review
Programs available to Wheaton residents
Frequently asked questions
How far is Circle Driving School from Wheaton?
About 2 miles south on Georgia Ave — typically 7 to 10 minutes by car. By Metro, it's 2 stops on the Red Line from Wheaton Station to Silver Spring Station, then a 5-minute walk to our office at 8115 Fenton St.
Do you serve students from Wheaton, Glenmont, and Aspen Hill?
Yes. We regularly work with students from Wheaton, Glenmont, Aspen Hill, and Kensington. Our office is accessible by car via Georgia Ave or by Metrobus on the J2, Q1, and Q2 routes that run between Wheaton and Silver Spring.
Can I use your car for my road test at White Oak MVA?
Yes. Our Road Test Preparation packages include the vehicle and instructor at White Oak MVA on Industrial Pkwy, Silver Spring. You do not need to bring your own car.
What driving classes are available for Wheaton residents?
All of our programs are available to Wheaton residents: Evening Online Classes ($385), Morning In-Person Classes ($395), Weekend Classes ($400), Behind-the-Wheel lessons starting at $65, Road Test Prep from $120, Driver Improvement Program ($120), and Drug & Alcohol Education ($100).
Have questions? Call us today.
Mon–Sat · 6:00am – 9:00pm · (301) 578-8667