Driving Lessons in Folkestone
With competitive pricing from £30-45 per hour (averaging £38), Folkestone's 26 driving schools offer good value alongside 7 independent driving instructors. The schools achieve solid 4.5-star ratings on average, with 5 schools offering automatic driving lessons and 5 offering female driving instructors. There are also 3 independent female driving instructors available. Local test centres vary considerably, with Ashford achieving 52% pass rates compared to Folkestone's more challenging 45.4%.
From £30/hr·Average £38/hr
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Driving Schools in Folkestone
27 schools
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Tomlinson Driving School
Grade A instructor with 23 years' experience using in-car video recording and interactive diagrams to help learners understand and retain key skills. Lessons from £35/hour or £330 for a 10-hour block (£33/hour), with new clients getting their first 2-hour lesson for just £50 instead of the usual £70.Grade A instructor with 23 years' experience using in-car video recording and interactive diagrams to help learners understand and retain key skills. Lessons...
taylors driving school
Family-run school established in 2018 with 350+ learners taught and a calm, patient approach suited to anxious drivers. £38/hour for beginner and refresher lessons, or £360 for a 10-hour block (Saturday lessons £40/hour); semi-intensive courses at £40/hour. Modern 2022 BMW 1 Series with parking sensors and intuitive dashboard helps learners feel confident.Family-run school established in 2018 with 350+ learners taught and a calm, patient approach suited to anxious drivers. £38/hour for beginner and refresher...
Lighthouse Driving School
Award-winning school focused on building safe, competent drivers rather than just test passes. £40–£42 per hour depending on transmission, or 10-hour blocks at £390–£410 with additional bulk discounts available through individual instructors. Lessons are tailored to your learning style with planned feedback between sessions.Award-winning school focused on building safe, competent drivers rather than just test passes. £40–£42 per hour depending on transmission, or 10-hour blocks at...
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Folkestone Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 1 nearby test centre
This single location achieved a 45.4% pass rate from 4,370 tests between 2024 and 2025, below the national average of 48.6%. The gender split was minimal with women at 46.1% versus men at 44.8%, though automatic drivers struggled more at just 36.0%. Folkestone's Channel port location creates unique test conditions with frequent HGV traffic on approach roads and the steep hills leading up from the harbour, while the M20 junction areas demand confident lane positioning that many learners find intimidating.
Folkestone
4,370 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folkestone | 46.1% | 44.8% | 36.0% | 45.4% | 4,370 |