Driving Instructors in Charing

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Instructors
7
Avg Price
£33/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Ashford (Kent) (5.9 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
48.1%
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There are 7 driving instructors in Charing. Prices range from £30.00 to £38.00 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 41 reviews.

7
Instructors
£33/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
41 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Charing driving instructor directory. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, we can help you find the right instructor.

Our Charing instructors offer a range of services including manual and automatic lessons, intensive courses, and flexible scheduling to fit around your commitments. Compare prices, read genuine student reviews, and find an instructor who matches your needs and budget.
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Best Driving Instructors in Charing

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AP
9.2 mi

Andrew Pidduck

Sittingbourne
5.0
26 reviews
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Andrew Pidduck, known to everyone as 'Lester', is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with a strong background in safety and teaching…

Nervous Drivers
£32 /hour
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Craig Boother
5.7 mi

Craig Boother

Ashford
4.9
15 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Craig Boother is a Grade A driving instructor based in Ashford, Kent. He is known for being friendly, patient and easy to get along with. Craig has a…

Nervous Drivers
£38 /hour
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Chris Smith
5.7 mi

Chris Smith

Ashford
Manual 60 min
Kia Xceed

Chris Smith is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with over 12 years of experience teaching in Ashford, Kent. He started out with Th…

Refresher Intensive Motorway Pass Plus
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Josh Payne
5.7 mi

Josh Payne

Ashford
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Josh Payne runs JLP Driving School, a friendly independent driving school based in the heart of Ashford, Kent. He has a relaxed, patient style and ex…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Martin Tyler
8.4 mi

Martin Tyler

Faversham
Manual & Auto 60 min

Martin Tyler is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor based in England, offering lessons in Faversham, Teynham and Sittingbourne. He's great a…

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Paul
9.2 mi

Paul

Sittingbourne
Manual & Auto 60 min
Ford Fiesta 1.5TDci Zetec

Paul is a Grade A driving instructor, equivalent to the old Grade 6, so you know you're learning with someone at the highest level. He's been giving …

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Glenn
9.2 mi

Glenn

Sittingbourne
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Glenn is a friendly, experienced driving instructor with over 10 years as a fully qualified DSA Approved Driving Instructor. He is known for being pa…

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£30 /hour
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Learning to Drive in Charing

Learning to drive in Charing feels local and straightforward. Lessons take you along village lanes and out towards nearby Ashford in the South East. There are seven instructors working in the area, so you can usually find someone who knows nearby test procedures. Expect a mix of quiet roads and occasional built-up traffic when you head for the test centre.

Nearest Test Centre: Ashford (Kent)

Ashford (Kent) is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 5.9 miles from Charing. Travel to the centre takes you from village lanes into town driving and a few busier junctions near Ashford. Ashford reports a pass rate of 48.1%, with male candidates at 51.9% and female candidates at 44.7%. Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025.

48.1%
Overall Pass Rate
51.9%
Male Pass Rate
44.7%
Female Pass Rate
5.9 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Ashford's pass rate of 48.1% sits just above the national average of 47.3%. Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025. There is a clear split by sex at Ashford, with males at 51.9% and females at 44.7%. Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025. Nearby centres show variation with Maidstone at 46.6% and Canterbury at 43.0%, which can affect where learners choose to test. Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Expect narrow village roads around Charing that demand careful observation and slower speeds. Practice pulling out from farm gateways and minor junctions, and look for cyclists and agricultural vehicles. When you head towards Ashford, get comfortable with town roundabouts and short dual-carriageway sections. Try a few mock tests that include town driving and quiet road handling to build confidence for the centre.

Choosing an Instructor in Charing

Look for an instructor who knows Ashford test routes and has recent practical test experience at the centre. Seven instructors work locally, so check availability and reviews before you book. Confirm whether lessons include tuition on both village roads and routes into Ashford. Expect to pay around the local average for lessons.

Lesson Costs in Charing

Local hourly lessons average £33. Prices vary with instructor experience, lesson length and whether you book blocks of sessions. Weekend or evening lessons may cost a little more depending on instructor availability.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence as your first step, then contact local instructors to arrange lessons. Plan some lessons focused on village driving and a few sessions that take you into Ashford to learn the test routes. Book your theory test and then a practical at Ashford or a nearby centre when your instructor recommends you are ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

There are seven driving instructors listed for the Charing area.
The local average price for a lesson in Charing is £33 per hour.
Most learners from Charing use Ashford (Kent), which is about 5.9 miles away.
Yes, Ashford reports a pass rate of 48.1% compared with the national average of 47.3%.
At Ashford, male candidates pass at 51.9% and female candidates pass at 44.7%.
You can choose Maidstone or Canterbury if you prefer different routes or dates, but their pass rates differ.
Time to learn varies with individual progress and lesson frequency.
Weekend lesson availability depends on the seven local instructors' schedules.
Ashford conducted about 3,811 tests in the year reported, so it handles a steady volume of tests.
Driving lesson prices vary by location and instructor, typically ranging from £30 to £45 per hour.
Most learners need between 40 to 50 hours of professional tuition, plus around 20 hours of private practice.
If you pass in an automatic, you can only drive automatic cars.
You can book your practical driving test online through the DVSA website or by calling their booking line.
Look for a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) with good reviews.
Most instructors prefer to use their own dual-controlled vehicles for safety reasons.

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