Driving Lessons in Kent
From £23/hr·Average £39/hr
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Driving Schools in Kent
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Welling Driving School
Known for supporting nervous drivers alongside beginners and intermediate learners. Offers intensive courses, motorway lessons, and Pass Plus refresher training in both manual and automatic cars, with flexible scheduling to suit your availability.Known for supporting nervous drivers alongside beginners and intermediate learners. Offers intensive courses, motorway lessons, and Pass Plus refresher training...
Sidcup School of Motoring
Steve Wood brings nearly 20 years of teaching experience to this single-instructor school, built on a strong reputation for referrals and personal recommendations from past learners. Hour-long lessons include door-to-door pickup, with tailored instruction designed to build confidence whether you're nervous or eager to progress. Pass Plus courses are also available.Steve Wood brings nearly 20 years of teaching experience to this single-instructor school, built on a strong reputation for referrals and personal...

The Tarmac Guru School of Motoring
Mark Seager tailors every lesson to individual needs, whether you're aiming for a quick pass, rebuilding confidence, or switching instructors after a false start. Theory classes, refresher lessons, Pass Plus courses, and intensive driving lessons all available, plus a £10 30-minute assessment to identify exactly what you need.Mark Seager tailors every lesson to individual needs, whether you're aiming for a quick pass, rebuilding confidence, or switching instructors after a false...

Rated Driving
Rated 'Excellent' on Trustpilot with a 100% money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied. This school features both male and female instructors, all DBS checked, offering lessons in manual and automatic vehicles across the UK.Rated 'Excellent' on Trustpilot with a 100% money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied. This school features both male and female instructors, all DBS...

JP Driving School
Award-winning instructor with AA BSM training and DBS certification, offering 90-minute lessons at £70 weekdays or £75 weekends, plus test day warm-up and car hire at £140–£150 for 2.5 hours. Specialises in nervous drivers, motorway tuition, mock tests, and specific learning support including dyslexia, aiming to build safe, confident drivers rather than just test passers.Award-winning instructor with AA BSM training and DBS certification, offering 90-minute lessons at £70 weekdays or £75 weekends, plus test day warm-up and car...
Quick Pass Motoring School
99% first-time pass rate with a calm, confidence-building approach from experienced instructors Rachel A. and Johnson D. Affordable pricing and flexible scheduling make this school accessible for learners of all backgrounds, with over 5,400 students trained to date.99% first-time pass rate with a calm, confidence-building approach from experienced instructors Rachel A. and Johnson D. Affordable pricing and flexible...

Stewart Baker Driving School
Solo instructor with 20 years' experience who tailors each lesson to your learning pace and aims to make driving enjoyable. Offers theory test assistance and can book both theory and driving tests for you, with early morning (06:45) and evening slots available throughout the week.Solo instructor with 20 years' experience who tailors each lesson to your learning pace and aims to make driving enjoyable. Offers theory test assistance and...

Moss School Of Motoring
Kelly Moss ranked second in the Intelligent Instructor Awards 2021 (South East region), with Barry and Gary also shortlisted in the UK's top 100 instructors. The school offers manual and automatic lessons, theory tuition, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses, with flexible scheduling to suit busy learners.Kelly Moss ranked second in the Intelligent Instructor Awards 2021 (South East region), with Barry and Gary also shortlisted in the UK's top 100 instructors....

Simon Richards Driving School
£45 for 1.5 hours or £60 for 2 hours, with a first-time pass rate above 60%, significantly higher than the national average. Founded in 2006 by an instructor who left a national chain to provide personalized service, this school prioritizes maximizing driving time over roadside chat, and consistently undercuts competitor pricing without compromising quality.£45 for 1.5 hours or £60 for 2 hours, with a first-time pass rate above 60%, significantly higher than the national average. Founded in 2006 by an instructor...

Skill Drives with Gary Cooper
Over 20 years' experience with a proven track record helping thousands pass their tests, including teen drivers and those returning after a break. Gary Cooper offers free theory advice alongside lessons and won't rush you into your test, he books you in only when you're genuinely ready. Intensive courses available for those with previous experience or tight deadlines.Over 20 years' experience with a proven track record helping thousands pass their tests, including teen drivers and those returning after a break. Gary Cooper...

Bexley Intensive Driving Courses
Multiple five-star reviews highlight Ben's calm, patient teaching style and ability to rebuild confidence after failed tests, one student passed first time with no faults after switching instructors mid-course. Intensive courses from 10 to 40 hours (£950–£2,600) include test booking, car hire on test day, and collection/drop-off, with courses starting within 2 weeks and tailored around your schedule.Multiple five-star reviews highlight Ben's calm, patient teaching style and ability to rebuild confidence after failed tests, one student passed first time with...
PH Driving
Patient instructor known for a calm, supportive approach to manual lessons. Block booking discounts available, plus motorway tuition to build confidence on faster roads.Patient instructor known for a calm, supportive approach to manual lessons. Block booking discounts available, plus motorway tuition to build confidence on...

P H Driving
Known for a patient teaching approach, this school specialises in manual lessons with motorway training included. Block booking discounts are available, making it a cost-effective option for learners building confidence over multiple lessons.Known for a patient teaching approach, this school specialises in manual lessons with motorway training included. Block booking discounts are available, making...

Ersan's Driving School
Single-instructor school offering automatic driving lessons, fast track intensive courses, and Pass Plus training across the area. Lessons tailored to individual needs with a focus on building confidence from beginner to test-ready.Single-instructor school offering automatic driving lessons, fast track intensive courses, and Pass Plus training across the area. Lessons tailored to...

Just Drive Academy
Patient instructor specialising in nervous and anxious learners, with a teaching philosophy focused on maximising time behind the wheel rather than lengthy explanations. Practical, calm approach adapted to individual learning styles, with flexibility to take breaks when needed. Manual lessons available throughout Rainham, Gillingham, Chatham, Rochester, Strood, and surrounding North Kent areas.Patient instructor specialising in nervous and anxious learners, with a teaching philosophy focused on maximising time behind the wheel rather than lengthy...

Andy's Driving School Maidstone
Teaching since 1994 with a track record of getting pupils to test standard in fewer lessons than the national average. One-to-one tuition with free door-to-door service, theory tuition using modern technology at discounted rates, and intensive fast-pass courses available. All levels welcome, including nervous and mature drivers.Teaching since 1994 with a track record of getting pupils to test standard in fewer lessons than the national average. One-to-one tuition with free door-to-door...

A-Class Driving School
The biggest 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 male and female instructors, pay-as-you-go or block booking discounts, and a free online theory test platform included for all students.The biggest 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,...

Nanak School Of Motoring
Established in 2002, Nanak School of Motoring specialises in foreign language tuition, lessons available in Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu alongside English, making it ideal for learners who prefer instruction in their native language. A collective 45+ years of teaching experience across North-west Kent and South-east London, with all instructors Grade 4 and above. Block-booking discounts available; contact the school directly for intensive course rates and pricing.Established in 2002, Nanak School of Motoring specialises in foreign language tuition, lessons available in Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu alongside English, making...

City Way School Of Motoring
Gary's school stands out for its money-back guarantee and dashcam review system, every lesson is recorded so you can analyse mistakes together and understand exactly what to improve. Two-hour lessons start at £76 (9am–5pm weekdays) or £80 (evenings, weekends, bank holidays), with 10-hour blocks from £350 and intensive courses from £400. Multiple testimonials highlight his patience with nervous learners and first-time pass rates, particularly those who switched from other instructors.Gary's school stands out for its money-back guarantee and dashcam review system, every lesson is recorded so you can analyse mistakes together and understand...
Greentopinkds
Grade A instructor operating since 2008 with 240 five-star reviews and a track record of first-time passes. Ian Kershaw offers hourly lessons and block bookings across all ME postcodes, with a new car replaced every 18 months and flexible scheduling six days a week. Pass Plus courses also available.Grade A instructor operating since 2008 with 240 five-star reviews and a track record of first-time passes. Ian Kershaw offers hourly lessons and block bookings...
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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 |