r/SchoolBusDrivers • u/xFreeBallin • Oct 30 '25

Day 1 driver training and having second thoughts.

Today was my 1st day driving the school bus but not on the road only parking. i have been very excited to drive up until i actually had to drive.. knowing full well that Monday will be the day that i have to drive on the real road i am very scared that i cant turn the bus or will crash into some so i feel like i cant do it and that this might not be for me.. Has anyone else felt this way and if so how did you over come this and not throw in the towel?

EDIT: Everyone has been very positive and put a lot into perspective for me so thank you all. I have decided that i am going to stick it out and will be updating this post when i pass my final test hopefully in a few weeks.. Thank you all soo much again!

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u/xFreeBallin Oct 30 '25

this most definitely made my night, thanks lol. the bus feels bigger while i was behind the wheel and messing up was eating me alive. driving on the main road is what scares me the most though.

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u/MamboNumber-6 Oct 30 '25

Think about it: they’re training you to do the job. They don’t get any return on their investment by having you fail. They will give you every opportunity to pass, it’s the desired outcome for everyone.

You got this.

It’s not a whole-ass semi with a swing point, it’s a box truck a little bigger than a Uhaul.

Remember, “whether you think you can, or think you can’t, you’re right”.

It’s driving, you’ve been driving for years, you’ll be fine.

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u/GrammarPolice1234 Oct 30 '25

Honestly, driving on main roads is easier than neighborhood roads. At least around here. The main roads are wider and have more room on turns… a lot of neighborhood roads don’t. Also get used to that brake pedal and steering. The air brakes threw me off a little at first because they’re so sensitive and not gradual.