Magnolia Driving Academy gave my daughter the confidence she needed behind the wheel. The officer-led training made a huge difference. I finally feel good about her driving on her own.
Rachel B.
Prairieville, LA
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Magnolia Driving Academy gave my daughter the confidence she needed behind the wheel. The officer-led training made a huge difference. I finally feel good about her driving on her own.
From the first phone call to the final test day, everyone at Magnolia was professional and kind. The instructors truly care about their students.
As a parent, I was extremely nervous about my son learning to drive. Magnolia put all my fears to rest. The real-world safety training is unmatched.
The instruction was clear, thorough, and effective. My teen passed on the first try and knows how to drive defensively. Highly recommend Magnolia to any parent.
Magnolia isn’t the cheapest, but it’s absolutely the best. You’re paying for experience, peace of mind, and your child’s safety. 100% worth it.
Magnolia Driving Academy exceeded every expectation. My daughter learned so much more than just how to drive — she learned how to think behind the wheel. The officer’s insight made all the difference.
After completing the 30-hour classroom course at age 15 and obtaining a TIP, teens may begin the required 8 hours of behind‑the‑wheel instruction.
At OMV teens must present a certified birth certificate, Social Security card, TIP card or permit, school ID or attendance letter, and parent/guardian ID. Guardianship documents required if applicable.
At age 17, after holding an intermediate license, with no at‑fault crashes, moving violations, or seat belt/curfew violations for 12 months, the teen can obtain a full Class E license.
Intermediate license holders cannot drive from 11 PM–5 AM without a licensed adult, and between 6 PM–5 AM can carry only one non‑family passenger unless accompanied by an adult. No cell phone use is allowed.
Teens must accumulate at least 50 supervised driving hours, including 15 at night, before qualifying for an intermediate license.
Louisiana law mandates holding a learner’s permit for at least 180 days before applying for an intermediate license.
A Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP) from OMV is mandatory before starting any classroom, behind‑the‑wheel, or road skills testing. You must show it at all training stages and surrender it upon completion.
Louisiana requires a state‑approved 38‑hour driver education program—30 hours classroom and 8 hours behind‑the‑wheel—before a teen can qualify for a learner's permit.
