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Local Driving Instructors In Maidstone

  • Our driving instructors in Maidstone can help you beat the national average lessons of 57 hours. Our average is just 26 hours
  • We only use fully qualified driving instructors in Maidstone. This means your chances of passing your test quicker and first time will be higher with us
  • We promise we won’t sub you out to a random instructor, all of our instructors work for driveJohnson’s only and they are local to your area
  • Our driving instructors know the test routes back to front, you will be surprised how many instructors don’t know the driving test routes
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Automatic Driving Lessons in Maidstone

  • Tired of pressing the clutch pedal down constantly in slow-moving traffic then try automatic driving lessons in Maidstone
  • All of our automatic driving instructors in Maidstone are observed by a company trainer at least twice a year as well as the DVSA’s standards check
  • We call our pupils after their first lesson for feedback, the biggest feedback we receive from our automatic customers is they felt relaxed in their first lesson

Extras that other driving schools just can't offer

  • Loyalty programme - lots of free resources as your progress with your learning
  • Learners app - where you can observe your instructor feedback and more
  • Access downloadable test routes
  • We never outsource your lessons like the intensive course companies - receive a loyal driveJohnson's instructor!
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What do people think about driveJohnson's?

Rated 5 out of 5

Based on 20 customer reviews

Had my driving test on the 3rd of March in herne Bay which I passed thanks to Mali she is a great instructor I'm based in maidstone and she offered to give me a couple lessons in herne Bay for my test I would 100% recommend her and the schoo in general.

I am so glad that I passed first time with only four minors. Krasimir is an incredible instructor, and I am so happy that drivejohnsons gave me him as my instructor.

I had the best experience with Krasimir. He is super friendly and great at teaching me how to safely complete all of my manoeuvers.

I had an amazing time learning with driveJohnson's and Krasimir. Thanks to him I have passed my test and can now go and get my car!

I am so happy to share that I passed my driving test today, and I owe it all to Mali! From the very first lesson, Mali made me feel at ease and confident behind the wheel. Their calm and patient teaching style helped me stay focused and learn at my own pace, making every lesson both productive and enjoyable.

Mali was incredibly knowledgeable and thorough, always providing clear instructions and useful feedback. Whether it was perfecting manoeuvres or boosting my overall road awareness, Mali made sure I was fully prepared for the test. I never once felt rushed or stressed, and Mali’s encouragement kept me motivated throughout the entire process.

Thanks to Mali’s expertise and support, I passed my test with confidence. I highly recommend Mali to anyone looking for a fantastic, friendly, and professional driving instructor!

You are an incredible instructor, Mali, and I can't thank you enough.

It was great to learn to drive with Krasimir. He gave me a great plan on how to tackle my test, and thanks to him, I passed the first time.

By far the best instructor around, Mali is great at teaching, especially when tackling busier roundabouts and roads.

Krasimir is a fantastic instructor, and I was overjoyed when I passed first-time thanks to him.

Mali is the best instructor around and I would recommend her to anyone!

Passed first time with Mali, she was very patient and a great teacher! I highly recommend

My instructor Mali Summers, is super passionate about her job and always punctual, Compassionate and always kept encouraging me. I passed my practical test today from the first time, and I could say that she has a lot of merit for my success. I will truly recommend her.

"A day without laughter is a day wasted" Charlie Chaplin

Lovely time spent together on the roads around Gillingham, especially the famous roundabout down the testing centre.

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Best driving instructor i’ve had! Without Mali i wouldn’t of passed my test, highly recommend x

Mali is a fantastic instructor, and thanks to her, I was able to pass on my first time with only three faults.

Thank you Mali for being the best Instructor ever. You are so friendly, with a great sense of humor, calm and composed. You made me pass my test, first time, with ZERO faults. I am so grateful, Thank you so much.

I had a great time with Mali, she is a brilliant instructor, and I was so pleased to learn with her.

I am so happy that I have passed my driving test, and I am so excited to now be hitting the open road! Thank you for all of your help Krasimir.

Getting to learn to drive is something I have always wanted to learn. I am so happy that I learned with Mali as I was able to pass faster than I even expected.

I was super nervous to begin my driving lessons, but thanks to Krasimir, my lessons were straightforward to follow.

I just passed my test first time with only 3 minors on 22/03/2022. My instructor Mali Summers was amazing. She was very helpful instructor, explained things clearly and calmly. Friendly and knowledgeable, made me feel very comfortable and safe. She was really supportive and I really appreciate everything. She was so kind and I couldn’t have passed without her!Thank you So much for your Mali

Our first time pass rate in Maidstone Show more
Our 1st time pass rate in your area 93.4% Over the last 12 months
Nearest test centre to Maidstone Show more

Nearest test centres to Maidstone

Check out the average local pass rates for your nearest test centre below.
Our first time pass rate is much higher than the averages below.


DVSA Madistone Driving Test Centre

1st time pass rates

2021-22 53.2%
2020-21 60.3%
2019-20 43%

DVSA Gillingham Driving Test Centre

1st time pass rates

2021-22 59.5%
2020-21 55.5%
2019-20 49.4%

DVSA Tilbury Driving Test Centre

1st time pass rates

2021-22 45.6%
2020-21 46.1%
2019-20 43.7%
Instructor tip of the month Show more

Test tip of the month for Maidstone

Maidstone DTC (driving test centre) has a narrow two-way system entrance and a one-way system in the car park. As you are leaving DTC to start your test, you may be little bit nervous at the beginning and it’s easy to position yourself incorrectly as emerging to the right. Examiners are explaining the one-way rule in the car park due to lack of any road signs, however, under the pressure it’s easy to forget about it on the way out. So please remember to drive slowly using 1st gear on the way in and out of the DTC, keeping well to the left under the arch as it is a two-way road. You can position yourself in the middle of the travelling path inside the car park.

Greg Zatyracz - driving instructor in Maidstone

Useful driving test tip for Maidstone Show more

Useful driving test tip for Maidstone

You have a 1 in 4 chance of being asked to do the emergency stop. If you are asked to do this, the examiner will explain this to you when the car is stationary. You will most likely notice your examiner looking over their shoulder when the car is moving. This is to double-check it’s safe, so be ready. When they look over their shoulder, they are about to ask you to stop!

Anthony Johnson Avatar Anthony Johnson - Grade A, 51/51 ORDIT registered

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have automatic driving instructors in Maidstone?

Yes we have both manual and automatic driving instructors in Maidstone. We have options to suit every preference. If you would prefer to have automatic driving lessons in Maidstone, please let us know and we can accommodate this.

Do you cover any of the surrounding areas of Maidstone?

Yes we have instructors providing driving lessons in many of the surrounding areas of Maidstone. We provide driving lessons in Aylesford, Bearsted, Detling, Weavering, Boxley, Friningham, Thurnham and Westfield Sole to name a few.

Will I be given any extra support outside of lessons?

At driveJohnson's, we go the extra mile to support our learners both in and out of lessons. We believe that the key to passing fast and first time is doing what you can outside of practical lessons to give yourself a boost and continue learning. The last thing you want is to have a week between lessons and forget what you've been taught, this will only set you back and end up costing you more money.

We provide our pupils with the resources they need to continue their learning outside of lessons. Each pupil is given a driving manual with expert driving tips and advice, as well as access to theory training and access to the driveJohnson's app which has tons of content to help further your driving knowledge and get you ready for your test.

How many driving lessons will I need to pass my driving test?

It's hard to say how many hours you're likely to need to pass your driving test as this number varies for each learner. On average last year, pupils learning to drive with us passed after 26 hours of lessons, however, you may need less or more hours than this depending on your ability and previous experience. After your first lesson, your driving instructor will be able to give you a rough estimation of how many driving lessons you need to pass your test.

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driveJohnson's Maidstone, Foxden Drive, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 8TQ
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