The age rule
Fifteen is the magic number. Your teen must be at least 15 by the first day of class to enroll. That early start is not just about getting going sooner. Enrollment is what lets a 15 year old apply for a permit, a full six months before non-enrolled teens can.
Why earlier is better
The permit is where real practice happens, and the more practice before the license, the safer and more confident the driver. Starting at 15 means your teen can be logging supervised hours during the summer, when there is time, instead of cramming them in around junior-year homework. It also spreads the whole process out so nothing feels rushed.
Working around school and summer
WMST runs classes through the school year and over the summer. Summer sessions are popular because the schedule is open, so they fill early. If your teen plays a fall sport or has a packed spring, a summer class is often the easiest fit. Check current dates on the locations page or call to plan around your year.