Driving School providing professional Driving Lessons in Folkestone

Are you looking for manual driving lessons in Folkestone?

At John Harvey Driving School our focus is on your success and our friendly, experienced and qualified driving instructors in Folkestone, Kent will help put you at your ease. The skills and confidence you’ll build with your instructor will not only help you pass your test but ensure that you are confident, safe and enjoy driving. Whether you are a complete beginner or have had some lessons before your instructor will help you to progress quickly and pass your test. We have helped hundreds of people in the area learn to drive and pass their test, our driving instructors know the local and surrounding areas well. Flexible times, collection and drop-off points help to make it convenient to fit in your driving lessons around other commitments such as work or studying. If you are nervous, we can help, our instructors will help you improve your skills and teach you skills to combat your nerves.

Qualified, friendly & local driving instructors at our driving school

All our driving instructors are calm and patient, don’t worry if you are nervous they will build your confidence and knowledge. Our aim is to help you become a safe and confident driver who can enjoy the freedom and independence that passing your test brings. We understand that everyone is unique and learns differently, so all our lessons are tailored to the way you learn, we still closely follow the DVSA guidelines but structure our approach to you.

When you take driving lessons in Folkestone with us, we offer you free access to online Theory Test Training saving you the expense of costly theory products. This allows us to check your progress and help you in any areas that may need attention.

Established, trusted driving school in Folkestone

We are an established driving school with an excellent reputation and a team of instructors based in Folkestone in Kent. dedicated to helping you. Take a look at our recent passes and reviews to find out more. Want to know more take a look at our facebook page.

Get started – booking your lessons

Book lessons at a time to suit you, we teach seven days a week and have evening bookings available too. It’s easy to book, just give us a call on 0333 772 9629 or book online.

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10 hours of tuition from just £330!

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Recent Passes

Poppy from Folkeston passed her driving test at the 1st attempt!

Congratulations to Poppy who passed her practical driving test at Folkestone test centre on the 29th April- at the first attempt!

Poppy was thrilled to have conquered her nerves and to have put all of her hard work and learning into practice!

We wish you the best of luck for the future, from your driving instructor Chris and everyone here at John Harvey Driving School

Connor passed his driving test on the 18th March

Congratulations to Connor who passed his practical driving test at Folkestone test centre on the 18th March 2025.

Despite some nerves, Connor was delighted to pass and is now excited to be able to drive to work; looking forward to saying goodbye to public transport for his 40 mile daily commute!!

We wish you all the best for the future, from your driving instructor Chris and everyone here at John Harvey Driving School

Congratulations to Ester from Folkestone passed her driving test on the 18th March

Congratulations to Ester who passed her practical driving test at Folkestone test centre on the 18th March 2025.

Esther has shown that persistence pays off & is delighted to have passed her driving test. Soon off to do some volunteering charity work abroad; being able to drive will add independence to her busy social life as well as work & further education goals!

We wish you the best of luck for the future, from your driving instructor Chris and everyone here at John Harvey Driving School

What our customers have to say….

Phil has been a fantastic instructor and was an excellent help in getting my driving to a high standard within 22 hours of lessons to pass my test with only one minor.

I really owe so much to Phil and his flexible and understanding teaching. Thank you!

Aine Wright, Folkestone

For more information or to book your lessons please call

0333 772 9629