Driving Lessons in Kent
From £23/hr·Average £39/hr
Kent's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Kent
464 schools
Emerald School of Motoring
Founded in 1999, this Grade A instructor brings 28 years' experience and an 80% first-time pass rate, 30% higher than the national average. Automatic lessons only at £40/hour (pay-as-you-go, 1.5-hour minimum) or £38/hour in a 10-hour block (£380), with intensive courses at £45/hour.Founded in 1999, this Grade A instructor brings 28 years' experience and an 80% first-time pass rate, 30% higher than the national average. Automatic lessons...
RED Driving School
National Training Provider of the Year 2024 with thousands of instructors nationwide and a no-quibble refund policy. The Learn to Drive with RED app tracks your progress, offers theory test preparation, and lets you book lessons 24/7, while a 4.5-star rating from 878 users reflects consistent quality across beginner, intensive, and refresher courses.National Training Provider of the Year 2024 with thousands of instructors nationwide and a no-quibble refund policy. The Learn to Drive with RED app tracks your...
Pass Driving School
Over 16 years as the largest family-run independent driving school in the area, with 11,925 passes and an average of 30–35 hours to test standard. £37/hour for manual or automatic lessons, with block deals from £175 for 5 hours or £340 for 10 hours, plus a beginner's pack at £99 for the first 4 lessons. Instructors focus on teaching safe, courteous driving for life rather than just passing the test.Over 16 years as the largest family-run independent driving school in the area, with 11,925 passes and an average of 30–35 hours to test standard. £37/hour for...
Unique Skills Driving Academy
No pricing, instructor background, credentials, reviews, or standout details are provided on this page. Contact the school directly to discuss rates, teaching approach, and availability.No pricing, instructor background, credentials, reviews, or standout details are provided on this page. Contact the school directly to discuss rates, teaching...
Midrive Driving Lessons Folkestone
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The Dartford Driving School
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.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,...
Isle Drive
Single-instructor school focused on building lifetime safe driving skills, not just test passes. Bespoke driving plans tailored to your learning style, with beginner courses and refresher options available. Contact them directly for current pricing and lesson availability.Single-instructor school focused on building lifetime safe driving skills, not just test passes. Bespoke driving plans tailored to your learning style, with...
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Bexley Driving Academy
A high first-time pass rate school with a patient, friendly instructor known for a fresh coaching approach and tailored support. Standard lessons are £40/hour or £58 for 90 minutes, with a 10-hour block at £380, intensive courses from 10 to 40 hours (£950–£2,600) include fast-tracked test booking on the final day.A high first-time pass rate school with a patient, friendly instructor known for a fresh coaching approach and tailored support. Standard lessons are £40/hour...
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Tony L's Driving School
An Approved Driving Instructor who is also a DVSA-registered Fleet Driver Trainer and Driving Instructor Trainer, bringing professional expertise across multiple disciplines. Lessons are delivered in an automatic car, with Pass Plus courses also available for newly qualified drivers.An Approved Driving Instructor who is also a DVSA-registered Fleet Driver Trainer and Driving Instructor Trainer, bringing professional expertise across...
Michaela's Driving School
With 20+ years' experience and original BSM training, Michaela focuses on building confident, road-ready drivers rather than just test passers. Single and 2-hour lessons available, plus intensive courses and motorway tuition once you've passed, ideal if you want support beyond the test itself.With 20+ years' experience and original BSM training, Michaela focuses on building confident, road-ready drivers rather than just test passers. Single and...
Alan Day (automatic) Driving School
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Kent Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 8 nearby test centres
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 |