Driving Lessons in Kent

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Automatic driving school southborough/ intensive course

Automatic driving school southborough/ intensive course

5(1)90% pass rate
From £45/hr10hrs for £430Save £20

90% first-time pass rate with a single instructor experienced in teaching learners with physical disabilities and those who've struggled with manual cars. Standard lessons at £45/hour (£50 in surrounding areas) or £430 for a 10-hour block, plus intensive courses from £900–£3,150 depending on your experience level. Test day car hire available for £130, and you'll get a free lesson for every successful referral.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
36G London Rd, Southborough, Tunbridge Wells TN4 0PXView school
Graham Baker ADI

Graham Baker ADI

5(1)
From £35/hr10hrs for £330Save £20

Independent instructor known for a calm, patient teaching style that quickly puts nervous learners at ease. £35/hour for 2-hour lessons, or £330 for a 10-hour block (5 × 2-hour sessions). Includes theory test preparation, hazard perception coaching, and post-test tuition.

EveningsWeekends
24 St Peters Rd, Ditton, Aylesford ME20 6PJView school

Simon’s Driving School

5(1)
From £42/hr10hrs for £400Save £20

15 years of teaching experience in a relaxed, stress-free environment where instructors adapt to each learner's needs. £42/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block (valid 6 months), plus motorway lessons at £90 for a 2-hour minimum.

31 Kings Ave, Ashford TN23 1LUView school

Gravy Driving School

5(1)
From £39/hr10hrs for £380Save £10

Grade A instructors with a family-run operation since 2004, specialising in automatic driving lessons in a premium Mini Cooper S. £39/hour (£38/hour for 10-hour blocks) with 2-hour lessons available, plus Pass Plus courses, motorway instruction, and test car hire at £117 including insurance and a pre-test lesson.

EveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
34 Wordsworth Gardens, Aylesham, Canterbury CT3 3LYView school
Mi Driving

Mi Driving

5(1)90% pass rate
From £45/hr10hrs for £430Save £20

Trained by one of the East of England's most respected instructor trainers, this school specializes in intensive driving courses with a 90% first-time pass rate and a client-centred coaching approach that builds confidence and long-term safe driving skills. Standard lessons are £45/hour in Tunbridge Wells (£50 in surrounding areas) with 10-hour blocks at £430, plus intensive courses ranging from £900–£3,130 depending on your experience level. Test day car hire costs £130, and you'll earn a free lesson for every successful referral.

AutomaticIntensiveTest car available
57 Liptraps Ln, Tunbridge Wells TN2 3BUView school
Milton Driving School

Milton Driving School

5(1)
From £35/hr10hrs for £320Save £30

Grade A instructor with 19 years' experience and a background in Heavy Goods Vehicles and Advanced Driver Training, known for a patient, calming approach with nervous learners. Lessons at £35/hour or £320 for a 10-hour block, with test day packages including tuition car use, examiner debrief and journey home for £75.

ManualTest car available
29 Waterton Ave, Gravesend DA12 2PYView school
Coastal Learners Driving School

Coastal Learners Driving School

5(1)
From £35/hr10hrs for £350

£35/hour with a generous introductory offer of three lessons for just £60. Intensive step-up programmes from 10 to 30 hours (£350–£1,020) are flexible around your schedule, scaling from 2-hour to 4-hour lessons over 2–4 weeks. One-to-one tuition with a high first-time pass rate, plus free theory test support at home.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
33 Poets Cor, Margate CT9 1TRView school
Drive 500 Driving School

Drive 500 Driving School

5(1)
From £45/hr10hrs for £425Save £25

Grade A instructor with a small, independent operation near Sevenoaks offering manual lessons at £45/hour or £425 for a 10-hour block. Known for welcoming nervous learners and catering to all ages, with online theory test tuition and Pass Plus courses (£175) also available.

ManualFemale Instructors
151 Main Rd, Sundridge, Sevenoaks TN14 6EHView school
i-Learner Driving School

i-Learner Driving School

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £425Save £25

Intensive course specialists offering flexible packages from 5 to 40 hours, with every course including a pre-test warm-up lesson and test car use. Single lessons start at £45 for 1.5 hours or £90 for 2 hours, while 10-hour blocks cost £425. Online theory training is included across all options.

ManualIntensiveTest car available
134 Norfolk Cres, Sidcup DA15 8HYView school
Wells Driver Training

Wells Driver Training

4.9(178)
From £36/hr10hrs for £340Save £20

A team-based school with 13 instructors offering flexible pricing from £36/hour (weekdays before 5pm) to £40/hour (evenings and weekends), plus block deals at £340 for 10 hours or £680 for 20 hours. Intensive courses range from £1,000–£1,600 depending on experience level and transmission type, all including test day tuition and use of the school car. Motorway training and free Theory Test Pro access are also available.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
11 St Augustine's Park, Ramsgate CT11 0DEView school
1st-Learn to Drive (Automatic Driving School)

1st-Learn to Drive (Automatic Driving School)

4.9(88)
From £40/hr10hrs for £450

Specializing in automatic driving lessons with a calm, professional instructor who's been in the industry since 2002. Trial lessons at £40/hour (2 hours for £80), intensive courses from £450 for 10 hours, and test day car hire at £120 for existing clients. First-time pass testimonials highlight punctuality and confidence-building instruction.

EveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
75 Chestnut Ave, Chatham ME5 9BFView school
Wheelie Good Driver Training

Wheelie Good Driver Training

4.9(81)
From £42.50/hr10hrs for £400Save £25

Founded in 2019, Wheelie Good prioritises a patient, calm, and positive teaching approach with competitive pricing across manual lessons, intensive courses, and motorway training. £42.50/hour or block deals from £400 for 10 hours up to £1,600 for 40 hours; intensive courses start at £670 for 20 hours with options including theory and test booking. Test car hire available at £144 with one-hour pre-test pickup, or £168 for 90-minute lessons with post-test feedback.

ManualIntensiveTest car available
128 Lyndon Ave, Sidcup DA15 8RNView school
Bexley Driving Academy

Bexley Driving Academy

4.9(55)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

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.

ManualIntensive
11 Glebelands, Dartford DA1 4RYView school
Redy2Drive Driving School

Redy2Drive Driving School

4.9(41)
From £43/hr10hrs for £410Save £20

The only driving school in the area offering electric vehicle lessons, combining eco-friendly learning with a client-centred approach that lets you set the pace. £43/hour for 2-hour lessons (£86 per session) or £41/hour in 10-hour blocks (£410), backed by a 100% money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied with the tuition or service.

Automatic
2 Church Mews, Iwade, Sittingbourne ME9 8THView school
Automatic Driving School

Automatic Driving School

4.9(38)
From £45/hrBlock bookings available

Nearly 20 years of automatic driving instruction with personalised video feedback from every lesson, review tricky junctions and roundabouts outside lesson time using in-car dash cam clips. £45–£50 per hour with prepaid block discounts, plus intensive courses available for learners short on time. Test-focused training covers local routes, sat nav driving, and independent driving to prepare you fully for the UK test.

EveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensive
Beulah Rd, Tunbridge Wells TN1 2NSView school
Driving Ambition

Driving Ambition

4.9(34)86% pass rate
From £38/hr10hrs for £352Save £28

£38/hour or 10 hours for £352, with an 86% pass rate for 2025, nearly double the GB average of 48.1%. Pupil-centred learning lets you choose which topics to focus on each lesson, supported by mock tests (£100–£125) and comprehensive assessments to identify gaps before test day. Free access to the Total Drive App tracks your progress throughout.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
6 Muscovy Way, Herne Bay CT6 5RRView school

Kent Intensive Driving School

4.7(287)70% pass rate
From £40/hr10hrs for £400

Specialising in intensive driving courses with a 70% pass rate, well above the national average of 49%. Instructors bring 25+ years of combined experience and tailor lessons to local test routes, with assessment lessons at £40 and courses from £400 (10 hours manual) to £1,680 (40 hours manual). Both male and female instructors available, plus Pass Plus courses for post-test motorway training.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
34 Northleigh Cl, Loose, Maidstone ME15 9RPView school
Pass Driving School

Pass Driving School

4.7(238)
From £37/hr10hrs for £340Save £30

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.

ManualAutomatic
12A Greenhill Rd, Herne Bay CT6 7PNView school
A P Driving School

A P Driving School

4.7(59)
From £40/hr10hrs for £375Save £25

Over 10 years' experience with a patient, understanding instructor who focuses on building confidence for test day. £40 per lesson or £375 for 10 lessons, with test car hire available at £95 plus a 1-hour lesson.

ManualAutomaticTest car available
115 Halfway St, Sidcup DA15 8BYView school
Podium Driving School Sidcup

Podium Driving School Sidcup

4.7(15)
From £38.50/hr

All instructors are trained in-house through Podium's dedicated Instructor Training Academy, ensuring continuous professional development and modern teaching methods, a rarity in the industry. Lessons follow the DVSA's client-centred approach with clear objectives and personalised progression, starting from just £38.50 per hour. Intensive courses, Pass Plus training, and support for international licence holders are all available, with flexible scheduling to fit around your lifestyle.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
Rectory Ln, Sidcup DA14 5BTView school

Marlon Aaron Markland

Trent Aaron Rogers

Oladimeji A. Awotedu

Amenur Abdussamad

Abdulganiyu Abolarin

Yash Achall

Kevin Adam Lott

Stephen Adegoke

Richard Adeniyi-jones

Timothy A. Fifield

Roberta Agnes Rummery

Female ADI

Amanullah Ahmadzai

Siddika Ahmed

Female ADI

Siddika Ahmed

Female ADI

Yildiz Ahmet

Bajram Ahmetaj

Robert Alan Hart

Zana Alani

Female ADI

Stephen Alan Kemp

Martin Alan Kemp

Price snapshot

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.

Typical
£39
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
Under £30
2
£30–35
6
£35–40
54
£40–45
34
£45–50
17

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

Kent has eight test centres that saw 75,327 tests between 2025 and 2026, with pass rates varying widely across the county. Tunbridge Wells comes out on top with a 64.5% pass rate, while roads around there include the A26 and a mix of residential streets with parked cars that can narrow your space. Women passed at 63.7% and men at 65.2%, with automatic learners achieving 61%. Ashford sits at the other end with a pass rate of 46.2% (46.9% for women, 45.7% for men, 42.1% automatic), though it offers the shortest wait at 6 weeks compared to Sidcup's 18 weeks. Driving around Ashford means dealing with the busy A28 and the ring road system, while Sevenoaks brings country lanes and the steep approaches around the North Downs alongside its 59% pass rate.

65%

Tunbridge Wells

5,726 tests taken · 10 week wait
Women63.7%
Men65.2%
Automatic61.0%
60%

Maidstone

8,053 tests taken · 10 week wait
Women59.3%
Men60.9%
Automatic53.6%
59%

Sevenoaks

6,740 tests taken · 10 week wait
Women61.3%
Men57.2%
Automatic54.2%
59%

Sidcup (London)

14,318 tests taken · 18 week wait
Women58.7%
Men58.7%
Automatic56.7%
56%

Gillingham

14,886 tests taken · 10 week wait
Women55.4%
Men57.1%
Automatic51.9%
50%

Tilbury

5,083 tests taken · 7 week wait
Women49.7%
Men50.9%
Automatic46.0%
47%

Mitcham (London)

15,046 tests taken · 12 week wait
Women44.5%
Men48.7%
Automatic45.4%
46%

Ashford (Kent)

5,475 tests taken · 6 week wait
Women46.9%
Men45.7%
Automatic42.1%

Areas in Kent