Driving Lessons in Kent
- £39
- average price
- 463
- driving schools
- 952
- independent instructors
- 8
- test centres
Top driving schools in Kent by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
1st Class Driving Tuition - Driving Lessons Canterbury
Cheapest manual driving school in Kent.
Kent Intensive Driving School
Highest-rated manual driving school in Kent.
Kent Intensive Driving School
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in Kent.
Kent Intensive Driving School
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in Kent.
Driving schools and instructors in Kent

5DAY Sidcup Intensive Driving Courses
Established in 2002 and trusted by over 79,000 learners, 5Day compresses driving training into five intensive days with 1:1 tuition, online theory, and free corrective lessons if you don't pass first time. From £1,480 all-inclusive, covering theory test, use of their car for your first practical test, and no hidden fees, this is ideal if you want fast, focused progress without months of weekly lessons.

A-class Driving School
The largest driving school in the South East with more first-time passes than any competitor in the region. One-to-one tuition tailored to your learning style, with pay-as-you-go or block booking discounts available, plus a free online theory test platform for all students.

EC Automatics
Mark has been teaching automatic driving lessons for over 20 years in the local area. With a perfect 100% recommendation rating across 6 reviews, this is a school built on proven results and student satisfaction.

Pauls Driver Training
Over 20 years of experience with consistently strong reviews praising patience, humour, and effective teaching, multiple students report passing first time. Block booking discounts available on your first 10 lessons, plus Pass Plus courses for newly qualified drivers.

The Automatic Driving School
Grade A instructor specialising in automatic driving lessons, with 40+ years' experience teaching learners from complete beginners to those with physical disabilities. Free online theory training through Theory Test Pro is included, and you'll practise extensively in a dual-controlled Mercedes automatic across varied roads in different towns and rural areas.

A-class Driving School
The largest driving school in the South East with more first-time passes than any competitor in the region. One-to-one lessons tailored to your learning style, with pay-as-you-go or block booking discounts available, plus a free online theory test platform for all students.

Benson School of Motoring
Operating since 1988 with an extremely high pass rate, Benson offers door-to-door pickup and a comprehensive range of services including disability-adapted vehicles, trailer towing training, and pre-17 lessons. Male and female instructors across 40+ areas provide intensive courses, Pass Plus training, and individual tuition tailored to each learner's pace.

Drive Wright
Specialised in teaching learners with learning difficulties, with instructors trained to provide tailored support. Drive Wright focuses on quality, affordable lessons across the area, offering a bespoke personal training plan for each student.
Pass With Marcel
23 years' experience with over 800 successful pupils. 1-hour 30-minute lessons at £60, or £400 for a 10-hour block. Pass Plus courses and hazard perception tuition also available.

1nfluence Driver Training
Specialist in coaching-based driver training with a background supporting learners with dyslexia, dyspraxia, autism, and high anxiety. Lin Webb trained as a coaching instructor for driver development and completed disability awareness training at Queen Elizabeth Foundation, bringing 25+ years' experience to help nervous and neurodivergent learners build genuine confidence. Automatic lessons only, with Pass Plus courses available.
Michaela’s Driving School
Over 20 years' experience with BSM training background, offering single and 2-hour lessons plus intensive courses across manual vehicles. Michaela prioritises not just test passes but real-world road confidence, with motorway lessons available post-test and theory support throughout your training.

Stepro Driving School
Patient instructor with many years' experience teaching both complete beginners and returning drivers looking to refresh their skills. Block booking discounts available, with flexible lesson scheduling tailored to individual needs.

keendrivingschool
An AA Driving School franchisee since 2012 with 645 passes under his belt, Nick Keen brings a patient, friendly approach to every lesson. Block booking discounts and flexible lesson lengths (1 hour onwards) mean you can learn at your own pace in a modern, air-conditioned Ford Puma, with free test resources and simulators to boost your confidence before test day.
Pass Fast in Kent
Intensive driving course specialists offering 18 to 42-hour packages from £845 to £1,865, plus a premium Ultimate package at £2,780. You'll have the same instructor throughout in a brand-new car, with flexible scheduling to suit whether you want to pass quickly or take your time. Friendly approach that caters to nervous learners, with local area expertise and theory test advice included.

DRIVE 321 Maidstone
Over 1,000 pupils have passed with this school, with 88 passes in the last year and an average of 26 hours to test. Some instructors bring 30+ years of experience, and all follow a strict code of conduct. Access to an exclusive learner app tracks your progress and provides instructor feedback, helping you get familiar with local test routes before your big day.

OOOSH! Your Local Driving School | Driving Instructor | Margate Driving Lessons
Multi-location driving school offering intensive automatic driving courses across Merseyside, Kent, and Cheshire. Structured training with male and female instructors focuses on building skills and confidence for safe, first-time passes. Weekly lessons or fast-track courses available, contact for pricing and availability.

CB's Driving School
Chris Bensted focuses on building real-world driving skills beyond test requirements, emphasizing clutch control, observation, planning and judgement throughout the learning process. Block booking discounts available with 1-on-1 training guaranteed, flexible pick-up/drop-off, and no extra charge for evening or weekend lessons. Experience with international drivers, learning disabilities, and sight/hearing impairments; pricing available on request.

ZenDrive Driving School
Grade A instructor qualified since 2008, operating 6 days a week across the area. Bespoke sessions for complete beginners through to experienced drivers, with introductory offers including first 4 hours for the price of 3 for new learners, plus block lesson bookings available, contact for current rates.

Intensive Driving Courses Sidcup, Dartford , Belvedere
Over 3,000+ five-star reviews backing a network of intensive driving courses across the UK, with a unique accelerated learning system designed to help you pass in fewer hours. Courses range from 6-hour retest packages (£250) to 48-hour programmes (£2,500), all with your driving test booked for the final day and free access to theory and online practical resources.

BSM Instructor Russel Noonan
Britain's largest driving school with thousands of learners passing their test each year. BSM offers flexible lesson scheduling and a nationwide network of instructors, making it easy to find availability that suits your timetable.
Block booking
Best block deals in Kent
Pay for a block of lessons upfront and the hourly rate drops. The best block here saves you £60.
How much do driving lessons cost in Kent?
Most learners pay £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 113 driving schools in Kent.
Intensive courses in Kent
Want to pass fast?
106 Kent schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Kent Test Centres and Pass Rates
Women achieved pass rates ranging from 43.2% to 50.8% across the Isleworth area's 13 centres, which collectively handled 131,484 tests between 2024 and 2025. Tolworth topped the rankings at 53.3% overall, while Greenford (Horsenden Lane) proved toughest at 40.5%. Men generally performed 2-4 percentage points better, reaching up to 55.6% in Tolworth. These west and southwest London centres cover everything from the suburban calm of Tolworth to the industrial complexity of Greenford, where the A40 Western Avenue creates particularly demanding driving conditions.
Sidcup (London)
12,809 tests takenTunbridge Wells
4,887 tests takenMaidstone
6,330 tests takenGillingham
14,761 tests takenSevenoaks
6,386 tests takenAshford (Kent)
3,504 tests takenTilbury
4,185 tests takenMitcham (London)
13,825 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidcup (London) | 58.1% | 59.7% | 56.0% | 59.0% | 12,809 |
| Tunbridge Wells | 58.2% | 59.4% | 59.2% | 58.9% | 4,887 |
| Maidstone | 55.4% | 60.2% | 51.8% | 58.0% | 6,330 |
| Gillingham | 57.3% | 57.0% | 54.1% | 57.2% | 14,761 |
| Sevenoaks | 53.4% | 53.7% | 47.0% | 53.6% | 6,386 |
| Ashford (Kent) | 51.8% | 52.3% | 49.8% | 52.0% | 3,504 |
| Tilbury | 47.9% | 50.1% | 44.4% | 49.1% | 4,185 |
| Mitcham (London) | 47.1% | 50.3% | 47.8% | 48.9% | 13,825 |