Driving Instructors in Folkestone

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Instructors
6
Avg Price
£36/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Folkestone (0.5 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
43.1%
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There are 6 driving instructors in Folkestone. Prices range from £30.00 to £40.00 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 54 reviews.

6
Instructors
£36/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
54 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
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Best Driving Instructors in Folkestone

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Angela
0.7 mi

Angela

Folkestone
5.0
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Angela has been teaching people to drive for over 15 years in Folkestone and Lyminge. She is patient, friendly and gives each learner plenty of one t…

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Martin
0.7 mi

Martin

Folkestone
5.0
2 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Martin Cook is a qualified driving instructor with 17 years of experience. He started teaching in 2002 with the AA and is a fully qualified DVSA lice…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Barry Moss
9.4 mi

Barry Moss

Dover
4.9
22 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings

Barry Moss runs Moss School of Motoring in Dover, Kent (CT15 4HL). It is a family business and Barry is the lead instructor. The team offers manual a…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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0 mi

Trevor

Folkestone
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Trevor is a friendly local driving instructor based in Folkestone, offering lessons across Folkestone, Dover and the nearby areas. He offers regular …

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£39 /hour
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0.7 mi

Emma

Folkestone
Manual 60 min

Emma is a fully qualified Government approved driving instructor (ADI) with a friendly, patient way of teaching. She offers manual driving lessons in…

Nervous Drivers
£40 /hour
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Peter Glenn
0.7 mi

Peter Glenn

Folkestone
Manual 60 min
Ford Focus

Peter Glenn runs the Peter Glenn School Of Motoring and has a calm, down-to-earth way of teaching. He wants you to feel confident and in control from…

£30 /hour
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Learning to Drive in Folkestone

Learning to drive in Folkestone means handling coastal streets, busy seafront roads and short dual carriageways. Lessons often include time on the A20 and the A259, plus quiet residential roads around Sandgate and The Leas. Expect some steep approaches and traffic around the Channel Tunnel at Cheriton. Local tests tend to use a mix of town and faster roads close to the harbour.

Nearest Test Centre: Folkestone

Folkestone DVSA test centre sits about 0.5 miles from the town centre, so most learners can reach it quickly by car or on foot. You will see a range of routes used for tests, from seafront roads to the A20. Tests here run frequently, with several thousand tests recorded in the data year. Arrive early and allow time for local traffic around the harbour and Cheriton.

43.1%
Overall Pass Rate
45.1%
Male Pass Rate
41.3%
Female Pass Rate
0.5 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Folkestone test centre recorded a pass rate of 43.1% in 2024-2025, which is below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Male candidates at Folkestone passed at 45.1% while female candidates had a 41.3% pass rate (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). The centre handled 4,389 tests in 2024-2025, giving a solid sample size for these figures (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Nearby Ashford shows a higher pass rate at 48.1% while Canterbury is similar to Folkestone at about 43% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025).

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons outside peak times to avoid queues on the A20 and the seafront. Practice roundabouts and junctions near the harbour, and spend time on slip roads leading to the M20 so you are confident with merging. Work on hill starts around The Leas and on any steep approaches close to Cheriton. Show you can judge gaps at the busy junctions on Sandgate Road and at the A259 junctions. Get comfortable with two-lane roundabouts you will see on some test routes.

Choosing an Instructor in Folkestone

Look for an instructor who knows Folkestone test routes, including the seafront and A20 approaches. With six instructors listed locally, ask about their experience with the town centre and Channel Tunnel area. Expect to pay around £36 per hour on average, but check if block bookings or intensive courses are available. Choose someone who can give clear feedback and will take you on the exact roads used for tests.

Lesson Costs in Folkestone

Average lesson cost in Folkestone is about £36 per hour. Prices vary with instructor experience, lesson length and whether you book intensive sessions or block packages.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence and then book the theory test before you start regular lessons. Take lessons on both quiet residential roads and faster A roads so you learn all the skills the Folkestone test centre checks. When you and your instructor feel ready, book the practical test at Folkestone, keeping an eye on local traffic hotspots when picking your date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Folkestone test centre had a pass rate of 43.1% in 2024-2025, below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025).
Male candidates passed at 45.1% and female candidates at 41.3% at Folkestone in 2024-2025 (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025).
The Folkestone test centre is about 0.5 miles from the town centre, so it is usually a short drive or a walk.
There are six instructors listed in Folkestone.
Average lesson price in Folkestone is around £36 per hour.
Time to pass depends on your ability, lesson frequency and how much practice you do between lessons.
Test routes around Folkestone mix town streets, seafront sections and faster stretches on the A20 and A259.
Yes, quieter times reduce stress and let you focus on learning.
Ashford had a higher pass rate at 48.1% in the same period, while Canterbury was close to Folkestone at about 43% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025).
Yes, you should get experience on the A20 and any local dual carriageways during lessons.
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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