Can I Transfer to Another Driving School After Enrollment?

[KalebDella]

No, you generally cannot transfer to another driving school. You can only cancel the exam and re-enroll for training. However, you may change driving schools if the need arises due to issues caused by the driving school. Example: A student who couldn't take the Theory Test (Subject 1) after two months of enrollment due to the school's fault. In such cases, you can report to the traffic management department or relevant authorities to protect your legal rights. Additional Information: 1. After completing Subject 1, if you want to change driving schools due to the school's issues. Since it's the driving school's fault, the student can negotiate with the school. If negotiations fail, you may contact other relevant authorities for mediation. 2. After completing Subject 1, if you want to change driving schools for personal reasons. The difference between these two scenarios lies in whether the request to change schools is made before or after Subject 1. The solution is to negotiate with the driving school. 3. After enrolling in driving school, if you need to change schools due to personal reasons preventing you from attending. Once you've enrolled, you cannot change driving schools. This is because after enrollment, your information is registered in the vehicle management office's exam system under that school in the national network. While instructors can be changed, the school cannot.

[MariaAnn]

I had previously enrolled in a driving school but later wanted to switch to another one, so I contacted the front desk of my original driving school. They said the transfer was possible but required a 500-yuan service fee and filling out a bunch of forms. The new driving school accepted my enrollment and even transferred my learning records over, saving me from retaking the theoretical classes. This way, I could directly continue with practical driving lessons, which felt quite cost-effective since it didn’t waste any time. If the tuition hasn’t been fully paid, it’s best to clear the balance before transferring to avoid complications. Sharing this little tip—I recommend asking about the policies before enrolling in a driving school. Many contracts have hidden clauses, so talking things through with the staff upfront is more reliable and can save a lot of hassle.

[Allie]

I've also experienced wanting to switch driving schools after enrollment. As a full-time employee who often works overtime, time is too precious. Upon checking the contract, I found that refunds are possible as long as classes haven't started, and transfers are allowed after classes begin, but require mutual consent with signatures. I found a new driving school under a chain brand, where their systems are interconnected, allowing my records to be transferred directly without wasting any class hours. They also reminded me that the original driving school might deduct fees, suggesting I settle any outstanding balance first. Handling such matters isn't too complicated; the key is to communicate proactively and not wait for the driving school to chase you.

[AubreyDella]

I see transferring driving schools as a clever way to save money. After I transferred, half of my original class hours were still left, and the new driving school accepted them at a 20% discount, saving me over 200 yuan. However, be aware that some transfer fees can be too high—I managed to get mine waived by persistently negotiating with the original school's owner. Before transferring, don’t forget to check the contract terms, such as withdrawal time limits and whether location changes are allowed. Simply put, acting early can protect your money and time—don’t get trapped.