Driving Instructors in Lenham

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Instructors
10
Avg Price
£31/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Maidstone (8.2 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
46.6%
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There are 10 driving instructors in Lenham. Prices range from £22.00 to £38.00 per hour. The average rating is 4.9 stars from 58 reviews.

10
Instructors
£31/hr
Avg Price
4.9 / 5
58 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Lenham 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 Lenham 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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AP
7.6 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…

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£32 /hour
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Andy Stigle
8.3 mi

Andy Stigle

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

Andy Stigle is a fully qualified DVSA driving instructor based in Maidstone. He offers affordable driving lessons for all ages and abilities, and kee…

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Craig Boother
9.2 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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Sean
9.1 mi

Sean

Maidstone
4.7
9 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Sean is the founder of Turn to Learn and has been teaching people to drive since 2008. He's calm, patient and easy to get on with. He passed his own …

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Paul
7.6 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
7.6 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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Michaela
8.3 mi

Michaela

Maidstone
Manual 60 min Weekends
Toyota Auris

Michaela has over 20 years' experience as a driving instructor, so you're in very safe hands. She first trained with BSM in Maidstone and has taught …

Nervous Drivers Intensive Motorway
£22 /hour
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Chris Smith
9.2 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…

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Josh Payne
9.2 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…

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Martin Tyler
9.7 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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Learning to Drive in Lenham

Lenham is a small South East village with quiet side streets and a busy A20 running through it. Lessons here mix calm residential practice with short stretches on the A20 for faster road experience. You will find local roads that are good for clutch control and hill starts, with the M20 not far away for dual carriageway practice. Expect a rural feel with regular traffic on the main road into Maidstone.

Nearest Test Centre: Maidstone

Maidstone test centre is about 8.2 miles from Lenham, roughly a 20 to 30 minute drive depending on traffic on the A20. Expect standard DVSA test routes that include town junctions and dual carriageway sections, and around 5,803 tests are run there each year. Maidstone's pass rate is 46.6%, Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025. Book early, weekday slots fill fast and weekend availability can be limited.

46.6%
Overall Pass Rate
48.7%
Male Pass Rate
44.5%
Female Pass Rate
8.2 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Maidstone's pass rate of 46.6% sits just below the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025. Male candidates at Maidstone pass at 48.7% while female candidates pass at 44.5%, Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025. Ashford to the east posts a slightly higher rate at 48.1% and Gillingham is a bit lower at 45%, Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025. These small spreads mean choosing a nearby centre will only moderately affect your chances compared with lesson quality and preparation.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on the village's quiet side streets to build clutch control and hill starts before moving onto the A20. Practice joining and leaving dual carriageways, as you will meet those lane changes on approaches to the M20. Watch for cyclists and farm vehicles on narrow lanes, especially near Lenham Hill and the High Street. Give yourself extra time for manoeuvres at local junctions and for pulling out where visibility is limited. Try mock tests that follow routes towards Maidstone to get used to typical traffic and roundabout sequencing.

Choosing an Instructor in Lenham

There are about 10 instructors serving Lenham, so you have a small local choice. Look for an instructor with up-to-date DVSA registration, clear lesson plans and who offers both village and dual carriageway practice. Expect to pay around the local average of £31 per hour, but ask about block-booking discounts and test-day arrangements. Availability can be tight at peak times, so check evening and weekend slots.

Lesson Costs in Lenham

Local lessons average £31 per hour. Price varies with instructor experience, car type, block bookings and whether they offer mock test sessions or test-day drive to Maidstone.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence, then book and pass the theory test before practical lessons. Start with weekly lessons to build consistency, adding mock tests as you near readiness. When you and your instructor agree you are ready, book a practical at Maidstone or a nearby centre. Pass your practical test and exchange your provisional for a full licence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Maidstone test centre is about 8.2 miles from Lenham, typically a 20 to 30 minute drive via the A20.
Maidstone has a pass rate of 46.6%, Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025.
Ashford (Kent) has a pass rate of 48.1% while Gillingham is at 45%, Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025.
The local average price is £31 per hour.
Time to learn depends on your availability, prior experience and how often you practice outside lessons.
There are 10 instructors serving Lenham, so choices are modest but workable.
Start on village streets to build basic control, then move to the A20 to practice higher speeds and lane discipline.
Yes, you can choose any nearby DVSA centre with available dates.
Yes, the male pass rate at Maidstone is 48.7% and the female rate is 44.5%, Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025.
Some instructors charge extra for a test-day drive or return trip to Maidstone, while others include it in a block package.
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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