Charles Nobes

Instructor profile

Charles Nobes

East Grinstead

4.5 from 15 reviews
Manual 60 minute lessons

Transmission

Manual

Lesson price

Confirmed before booking

Experience

Verified ADI

Lesson length

60 mins

About Charles

Charles Nobes, known as Charlie, is a Grade A Approved Driving Instructor with excellent first-time pass rates. He has many years of experience with learners of all ages and needs, including nervous drivers, people with learning disabilities, hearing-impaired pupils and non-native English speakers. He adapts to each student's learning style so lessons are effective, relaxed and enjoyable. Charlie is calm, patient and flexible, which helps his pupils feel safe and build confidence quickly. He knows the Redhill test centre very well and covers everything from the basics to motorway and night driving. His pupils often mention his friendly manner, sense of humour and knack for explaining tricky things in a simple way. So whether you are just starting out, need a few refresher lessons or already hold an international licence, Charlie offers supportive, professional tuition to help you pass your test and become a confident driver.

Profile details

Vehicle

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Availability

Evenings and Weekends

Languages

English

Areas covered

East Grinstead, Lingfield, Blindley Heath

Nervous learners Refreshers Intensive Motorway Test retakes

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Reviews

15 learner reviews

4.5/5
Tasha Smyth, Lingfield Feb 2026

I passed my test on the first attempt with no faults, thanks to Charles, who provided patient and friendly instruction above test standard, boosting my confidence for solo driving.

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NPLKcx Feb 2026

I highly recommend Charlie! He's kind, caring & extraordinarily patient. I'm so pleased he gave me the confidence to pass first time round today & taught me not only how to pass a test but how real world driving really is. I always looked forward to having a lesson with Charlie because the lessons were always relaxed and fun due to Charlie's funny sense of humour & brilliant way of teaching." Harvey Day http://Driving Instructor Charles Nobes https://g.co/kgs/u

Charles Nobes Driving School Feb 2026

I would highly recommend Charlie for anyone who's learning to drive especially anyone who is lacking confidence. He is very patient, calm and knowledgeable. He is able to adapt his lessons to suit each student depending on how they learn. I was able to pass 1st time with Charlie." Kerry Hobson. https://goo.gl/maps/HEiUwjBKJYU3UXAJ9?g_st=ac

Charles Nobes Driving School Feb 2026

Charlie was always kind to me and never put me under pressure, which made learning to drive very positive and calm. He helped me build my confidence and I passed my test on my first try due to his excellent teaching. Charlie is always reliable and I cannot recommend him enough" Jemma Tonkin. https://goo.gl/maps/ZRoCF1dJzFgjmzg77?g_st=ac