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Instructors
12
Avg Price
£40/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Sevenoaks (1.8 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
44.6%
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There are 12 driving instructors in Eynsford. Prices range from £35.00 to £55.00 per hour. The average rating is 4.6 stars from 39 reviews.

12
Instructors
£40/hr
Avg Price
4.6 / 5
39 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
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Our Eynsford 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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Julia Saxton
8.3 mi

Julia

Gravesend
5.0
8 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Julia runs Julia's School of Motoring, a driving school that's been helping learners in Kent for over 30 years. She's got a team of experienced femal…

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AA
8.6 mi

Aman

Grays
5.0
7 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Aman Ahmadzai is an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) based in Grays, Essex (RM17 5FG). He provides driving lessons across Grays, Tilbury, South Ocke…

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Jacqueline
8.7 mi

Jacqueline

South East London
5.0
4 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Jacqueline is the founder and lead instructor at Road Rules Driving School and an ORDIT-registered ADI trainer. She teaches mainly around South East …

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£35 /hour
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Paul
9.5 mi

Paul

South East London
5.0
3 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Mazda 2

Hi, I'm Paul. I've been teaching people to drive around South East London for over 4 years now, and I still love it. I trained with BSM, the longest …

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S
5.2 mi

Simmone

Dartford
4.9
15 reviews
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Nissan Qashqai

Simmone is a patient and friendly female driving instructor based in Dartford. She teaches automatic driving lessons in a Nissan Qashqai, which has d…

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Derek
8.3 mi

Derek

Gravesend
2.5
2 reviews
Manual 60 min

Derek is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor who runs Milton Driving School in Gravesend, Kent. He's a Grade A instructor with over 19 years…

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Judith Brown
5.2 mi

Judith

Dartford
Manual 60 min Weekends

Judith Brown is a fully qualified female Approved Driving Instructor running her own independent LDC driving school in Dartford. She's been specially…

Intensive
£36 /hour
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BG
5.2 mi

Bruce

Erith
Manual 50 min Evenings + Weekends
Toyota Yaris

Bruce Gold is a fully qualified and approved driving instructor with over 30 years of experience teaching learner drivers. Based in Erith, he has a s…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£36 /hour
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Mark Girling
6.5 mi

Mark

Sidcup
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Hi, I'm Mark Girling. I run Park Me Driving School, and I'm a fully qualified, government registered Approved Driving Instructor with a high Grade A …

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£40 /hour
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Steve Leonard
6.9 mi

Steve

Sevenoaks
Manual 60 min

Steve Leonard has helped hundreds of pupils become safe, confident drivers over the last ten years. Based in Kemsing near Sevenoaks, he's known for h…

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6.9 mi

Susan

Sevenoaks
Manual 60 min Weekends

If you learn with Susan, expect a calm, patient approach that really builds your confidence. She's taught a wide range of students, from teenagers to…

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£55 /hour
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Buran
8.3 mi

Buran

Belvedere
Automatic 120 min Evenings + Weekends

Buran is the owner and sole instructor at Belv Auto Driving School in Belvedere (DA17). He teaches automatic only and keeps lessons focused, so you b…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£40 /hour
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Learning to Drive in Eynsford

Learning to drive in Eynsford feels rural and practical. Narrow village lanes and stone bridges near the River Darent shape your early lessons. You will often head onto the A225 towards Sevenoaks for wider roads and faster junction practice. Local spots like the High Street and the approach to Eynsford station give varied practice routes.

Nearest Test Centre: Sevenoaks

Sevenoaks test centre is the nearest for Eynsford, about 1.8 miles away by road. Expect a town-centre test route that includes roundabouts and dual carriageway sections as you leave Sevenoaks. The centre handled roughly 4,031 tests in the data year and has a local pass rate of 44.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).

44.6%
Overall Pass Rate
46.1%
Male Pass Rate
43.3%
Female Pass Rate
1.8 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Sevenoaks has a pass rate of 44.6% compared with the national average of 47.3%, so local learners pass slightly less often on first attempt (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates pass at about 46.1% and female candidates at about 43.3% in the same period (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby centres such as Sidcup show similar figures, which suggests regional test routes and traffic may affect outcomes (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quiet side streets around the High Street before tackling the A225. Practice crossing the old stone bridge and watch for cyclists and pedestrians by the River Darent. When heading to Sevenoaks, get comfortable with roundabouts near the station and the short dual carriageway sections out of town. Work on lane discipline and mirror checks for the tighter junctions you will find on country lanes. Try a mix of weekend and weekday lessons to experience different traffic flows.

Choosing an Instructor in Eynsford

With five instructors listed locally you can be selective about style and availability. Look for someone who knows Sevenoaks test routes and can offer mock tests near the centre. Expect to pay around the local average of 37 per hour, though experienced instructors may charge more. Ask about automatic or manual tuition and block-booking discounts.

Lesson Costs in Eynsford

Average lesson cost in the area is 37 per hour, which matches local listings. Price varies with instructor experience, car type and whether you book single lessons or blocks.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online and book your theory test before taking many practical lessons. Begin with familiar village streets, then move on to A225 work and mock tests near Sevenoaks. When your instructor says you are ready, book the practical test at the Sevenoaks centre about 1.8 miles away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest test centre is Sevenoaks, about 1.8 miles from Eynsford by road.
Sevenoaks has a pass rate of 44.6% in the 2024-2025 data year, which is below the national average (Data source: DVSA 20...
Sevenoaks sits at 44.6% versus the national average of 47.3% in the 2024-2025 data year, so learners here pass slightly ...
There are five instructors listed in the Eynsford area.
The local average price is 37 per hour.
Time to pass depends on how often you take lessons and your starting ability.
Sevenoaks handled about 4,031 tests in the 2024-2025 data year, so it is fairly active and booking slots can fill, espec...
Yes, in 2024-2025 male candidates passed at about 46.1% and female candidates at about 43.3% at Sevenoaks (Data source: ...
Yes, spending time on the A225 towards Sevenoaks helps with higher-speed junctions and roundabouts you will meet on test routes.
Sidcup and London (Sidcup) are nearby alternatives, with pass rates around 44% and 41.1% respectively, if you need diffe...
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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