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Looking at 166 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their professionalism, patience, and supportive approach, which significantly contributes to a positive learning environment. Many people highlight the clear and calm instructions provided, making complex tasks easy to understand. The service is frequently described as excellent, with many appreciating the personalized attention and the instructors' ability to build confidence. However, some people were dissatisfied with the scheduling process, mentioning difficulties in arranging lessons that fit their availability and a perceived lack of professional courtesy. A few other people also felt that some instructors wasted their time during lessons or did not provide effective teaching methods, leading to a lack of progress.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had an amazing learning experience with Bibi Khan from A Class.An excellent instructor. Very calm and patient made me feel very confident and believe in myself. She took the time to properly teach and... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bilal Siddique from A class I would highly recommend Bilal as a driving instructor. I passed my driving test today , and his guidance was a significant role in my success. Bilal is professional, pa... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Elie was absolutely fantastic with my driving. After working with him for many months he made me feel comfortable we had many laughs and not once did he get angry with me or shout at me when I made a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Parminder blends his knowledge of driving with his ability to talk to people seamlessly. Incredibly clear and calm instructions and a fantastic attitude to helping people, I genuinely couldn't have do... See more

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  1. Driving school

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A-Class Driving School is the BIGGEST Driving School in the South East of England, covering CARS, HGV and BIKES. More people pass first time with A-Class Driving School than any other Driving School across the South East, thanks to the work of our experienced driving instructors. Driving with A-Class Driving School is not just about gaining a Driving licence- it’s about learning an essential skill for life and doing it the right way. We aim for SUCCESS and Nothing LESS, Learn with A-Class and be the best South East leading Driving School.


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4.9

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

508 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My instructor was John H and I couldn’t…

My instructor was John H and I couldn’t recommend him enough, he always new to calm and concentrated, got me test ready in 2 months. Passed first time with no minors, overall happy with the experience and thank you for getting me on the road!

27 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Hi James,

Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience learning with John H. He’s a brilliant instructor, and it's wonderful to know he helped you feel calm, focused, and fully prepared for your test.

Huge congratulations on passing first time — and with no minors too! That’s an incredible achievement in just two months. We’re so proud to have been part of your journey to becoming a confident and safe driver.

Wishing you all the best as you enjoy the freedom of the road. Drive safe and take care!

Best regards,
A-class driving school

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I passed my driving test yesterday

I passed my driving test yesterday! I had my lessons with Parminder, and I must say he is an extraordinary instructor. Throughout my training, he was always professional, polite, and incredibly calm. His clear guidance and patience made all the difference. I had been trying for a long time, and I truly believe that without him, it would have been very difficult to pass. Thank you so much, Parminder.

26 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Congratulations on passing your driving test! 🎉

Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re absolutely thrilled to hear about your success — and especially proud that Parminder was able to support you on your journey. He is indeed an outstanding instructor, and your feedback reflects the dedication he brings to every lesson.

It’s always wonderful to see hard work and perseverance pay off. Well done, and we wish you many safe and happy miles ahead on the road! 🚗💨

Best regards,
A-CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Matt and my great experience

I had Matt as my instructor for around 6-7 months, he was absolutely brilliant and taught me in a really approachable but also challenging way, I really enjoyed our lessons and ended up passing first time, which I couldn’t have done with Matt!!
Thanks so much!!

12 September 2024
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Reply from A Class

Hi Daisy,

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience learning with Matt. He’ll be thrilled to know his teaching style helped you feel both supported and challenged in the best way.

Huge congratulations on passing your test first time – that’s an incredible achievement and one you should be very proud of! We're so glad we could be part of your journey.

Wishing you all the best and many safe, happy miles on the road ahead!

Best regards,
A-class driving school

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First Attempt is A PASS…

I will like to extend my very profound appreciation to Zana Alani and A CLASS , Zana was my instructor in this seamless success story, a pass in one attempt.
Zana stands out as highly professional instructor, He Starts you out with the core fundamentals of driving and takes you to road to make you a master of the art of driving.
He is timely with all appointments,He communicates and explains things in a way that makes understanding easier the first time .
I will highly recommend Zana specifically and A - Class as your preferred choice instructor if your aim is to pass at first attempt.
My experience with Zana and the A Class team save me lots of money and precious time and most importantly took care of the stresses that comes with repeated attempts.

25 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Dear Globe Gate,

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with A Class Driving School. We are absolutely delighted to hear of your successful first-time pass – congratulations!

Your appreciation of Zana Alani means a great deal to us. Zana is indeed a dedicated and highly professional instructor, and we’re thrilled to know that his commitment, clear communication, and structured teaching approach made such a positive impact on your learning journey.

We’re proud that your experience with A Class not only helped you achieve your goal efficiently, but also saved you both time and money. Most importantly, we're glad we could help make the process stress-free and enjoyable for you.

Thank you once again for choosing A Class and for your heartfelt recommendation. We wish you many years of safe and confident driving ahead!

Warm regards,
The A Class Driving School Team



















Rated 5 out of 5 stars

John H was a brilliant instructor for…

John H was a brilliant instructor for our son. Our son really enjoyed his lessons and John helped him pass first time with o my 3 minors - would highly recommend.
Thanks John!!

21 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Thank you Hayley for your amazing review for our instructor John Higgins, and congratulations to your son, for passing first time, a great achievement.
We are so pleased that John made your sons learning journey such an enjoyable and positive experience.
We wish him all the best with his future driving,

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Driving instructor - Matt

My driving instructor, Matt, was amazing from my very first lesson. I was able to have 2 hours lessons most weeks from the time I booked my test and passed first time today! Definitely recommend!

19 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Thank you so much for your kind words and congratulations on passing your test first time – that’s a fantastic achievement! 🎉 We're so pleased to hear you had such a positive experience with Matt. He’ll be thrilled to know he made such a difference in your learning journey. Wishing you many safe and happy miles on the road ahead – and thank you for recommending us! 🚗💨

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing instructors!! …

Amazing instructors especially mine Leanne was so lovely! She was patient, kind and very professional. 100% recommend her to anyone looking to learn to drive. Had me pass first time, she’s brilliant. Overall great experience.

17 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Congratulations Daisy, passing first time is amazing, and a great achievement.
Thank you for the lovely review for our instructor Leanne, she is a great instructor and we are so pleased that your time with her, was both rewarding and enjoyable. Leanne is an asset to A Class.
We wish you all the best with your future driving.

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Parminder highly recommended

I pass my test two days ago by grace of ALLAH and effort of my instructor.

First, I started taking lessons from another instructor he was also from A-class. He had literally just wasted my time. I was depressed due to him. Then, I again contacted A class. This time company referred me to a really good, calm and motivated person (parminder). I even waited for him one month.

Second, I started taking lesson with him, he is really calm, motivated and nice person. His driving skills were excellent. The way he treats and teaches me is really professional. About the rules, road senses and each every thing.

Last I highly recommend to others.

10 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Thank you for your feedback and congratulations on passing your test! We’re truly sorry to hear that your initial experience with us did not meet expectations and we apologise for any frustration caused.
We're glad we were able to connect you with Parminder, and it's great to hear that his calm and professional approach made such a positive difference.
We appreciate your recommendation and wish you all the best on the road ahead.
-A-Class Driving School

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Zana Alani

I had wonderful experience with Zana Alani,who helped me to pass my driving test from the first time.
I truly recommend him,as he is very patient and kind in his approaches.
I am so happy 😊, and all the best for him!Thank you!

11 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Congratulations Elena on passing first time, that is wonderful news.
Thank you for your lovely review for our instructor Zana, he is an asset to the A Class team, and we are so pleased that his approach to teaching ensured an enjoyable and positive experience for you.
We wish you all the best with your future driving

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Instructor

I had a fantastic experience learning to drive with Paul Barwick. From the first lesson, he was patient, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. He created a supportive learning environment which really helped build my confidence behind the wheel.

His clear explanations and constructive feedback made it easy to understand what I needed to work on, and he always encouraged me to improve at my own pace. Thanks to his excellent teaching, I passed my driving test first time

I would highly recommend Paul Barwick to anyone looking for a skilled and friendly driving instructor.

10 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you had such a positive experience learning to drive with Paul Barwick. He takes great pride in creating a calm, encouraging environment for his pupils, and it’s fantastic to know his approach helped build your confidence and understanding behind the wheel.

Congratulations on passing your test first time – that's a brilliant achievement! We’re so pleased to have been part of your journey. Wishing you all the best for many safe and happy miles ahead, and thank you again for your recommendation!

Best regards,
A-CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paul B - Professional, patient and flexible instructor

When looking for a driving instructor for my son I was recommended Paul Barwick from A Class by a few friends. Paul was professional but friendly and explained he was fully booked but he added us to his waitlist.
Fast forward a few weeks and we had a block of lessons booked, my son was a beginner to driver in five months and Paul was excellent from the first lesson to the last.
Paul was easy to communicate with, flexible and supportive, would recommend to anyone looking for an instructor.

10 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear that Paul made such a positive impact on your son's learning experience. It's always our goal to provide patient, professional, and supportive instruction, and we're thrilled that Paul was able to guide your son from beginner to confident driver in just a few months. We'll be sure to pass along your lovely feedback to him. Thank you again for the recommendation — it truly means a lot! King Regards

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Patient instructor


Parminder was a patient and encouraging instructor and helped me past very quickly. Would highly recommend

9 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Congratulations Jana on passing your test, and for your lovely words about Parminder. We are so pleased that learning with Parminder and A Class, was both enjoyable and productive.
We wish you all the best with your future driving

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I booked my test on a closer date

I booked my test on a closer date. I requested A class for an instructor for lessons a week before test. They arranged instantly and, Thanks to Gavin for being amazing instructor for me. I passed my test in first attempt. Thanks A class, Thanks Gavin

9 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Dear Zafar,

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us!

We're thrilled to hear that you were able to book your test on a closer date and that we could arrange lessons promptly for you. Huge congratulations on passing your test on the first attempt — that's an incredible achievement!

Gavin will be delighted to know that his support made a positive impact on your learning journey. We'll be sure to pass along your thanks to him.

Wishing you many safe and happy miles on the road ahead.

All the best,
The A Class Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very very good passed first time in…

Very very good passed first time in manual.

8 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Congratulation Kevin on passing your test first time, that is amazing.
Thank you for your review, and saying A Class are very very good, we appreciate the kind words.
We wish you all the best with your future driving.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing driving instructor, exceptional customer service

I got in touch with A Class, as I had to book my driving test outside my local area and Gillingham was the closest that was available. Within a few hours, I was contacted by Sean. Sean is a fantastic, patient instructor. His calm and friendly manner put me at ease straight away and his local knowledge of the area boosted my confidence immensely. He went through all the questions the examiner might ask, and had me practice all the maneuvers, advising on how to improve as well as emphasising the importance of demonstrating safety, control and observation to the examiner. In just a few short hours, he had me test ready and I passed. I am so grateful to A Class for introducing me to Sean, and to Sean for being a fantastic instructor. Thank you so much.
Janki

3 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review, Janki!

We're delighted to hear that Sean was able to support you so effectively in preparation for your driving test in Gillingham. It's great to know that his calm, patient approach and local knowledge helped put you at ease and boost your confidence. At A Class, we take pride in connecting learners with experienced instructors like Sean, who are committed to ensuring their students feel fully prepared and supported every step of the way.

Congratulations again on passing your test — that’s a fantastic achievement, especially with limited time to prepare! Wishing you many safe and happy miles on the road ahead.

Warm regards,
The A Class Driving School Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Dedicated, Skilled, and Supportive Instructor – Thank You Marcel!

As a parent, it's always a worry finding the right driving instructor for your child – someone patient, professional, and reliable. Marcel Fernandez has been all that and more. My son passed his test first time with just four minors, and I credit much of that success to Marcel’s dedication and thoughtful teaching style.

Now, here’s what my son had to say about his experience:

“Marcel is a wonderful and, most importantly, relaxed instructor. If I made a mistake, he’d calmly explain what went wrong and how to fix it—never rude or impatient, unlike one of my previous instructors. He has clever and effective tips that make driving safer and easier, like prepping the gas and biting point together or pre-turning wheels at certain junctions.
He even provided aerial photos of tricky roundabouts (like the infamous Bowaters roundabout) which helped massively with understanding positioning and safety. Every lesson ended with a recap, and he’d text me a summary of any faults—this made reviewing and improving for the next lesson so much easier.
Marcel never cut lessons short; in fact, he often stayed a few minutes extra to give feedback. He was always on time, never cancelled, and even made himself available on his day off for my test!
He’s friendly and talkative, which helpful for reinforcing important tips. After two frustrating experiences with previous instructors, Marcel was honestly a godsend. I’m so grateful he was the one who got me through. Highly recommend him—especially for anyone learning manual!”
Thank you, Marcel, for your professionalism, kindness, and genuine investment in your students' success. We couldn’t have asked for better!

4 June 2025
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Reply from A Class

Thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful and heartfelt review. We're truly grateful you took the time to share both your perspective as a parent and your son's experience in such detail—it means a great deal to us.

We know how important it is for parents to feel confident and reassured when entrusting someone with their child's learning journey, especially with something as significant as driving.

Your son's feedback is especially appreciated—it’s wonderful to hear how Marcel’s practical tips, patient guidance, and structured approach made such a difference, not just in passing the test, but in building real confidence behind the wheel. The fact that he passed first time with just four minors is a fantastic achievement, and we’re thrilled to have played a role in that success.

Thank you again for your kind words and glowing recommendation. We’ll be sure to share this with Marcel—feedback like this reminds us why we do what we do! Wishing your son many safe and happy miles ahead. 🚗💨

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great instructor

Paul Barwick was a patient and encouraging instructor and helped me past first time very quickly. Would highly recommend.

29 May 2025
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Reply from A Class

Thank you so much for your kind words! We are really pleased to hear you felt supported and encouraged throughout your lessons—and a huge congratulations on passing first time! It was a pleasure helping you on your driving journey. Wishing you safe and confident driving ahead!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jeff was a great instructor

Jeff was a great instructor I managed to pass first time with no faults after a few months. Would recommend to anyone looking to learn.

29 May 2025
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Reply from A Class

Congratulations Jonathan on passing first time and with zero minors, that is amazing.
Thank you for the kind review for our instructor Jeff, we are so pleased that your learning experience with him was both enjoyable and positive. Jeff is an asset to A Class.
We wish you all the best with your future driving

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Driving Instructor- Jeffrey

I had Jeff for 5 months and he was so calm and patient when I was driving baring in mind I have never driven before. I would 100% recommend him and I was able to pass first time!

28 May 2025
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Reply from A Class

Thanks so much for the lovely review! You did an amazing job, especially starting from scratch—really proud of how far you came. And we are so glad you passed first time! Wishing you safe and happy driving, and thanks again for the recommendation!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Class driving instructor - Parminder

I cannot praise Parminder as a driving instructor enough!

Thanks to his calm, clear and patient teaching approach, I passed my driving test on the first try - something I never would have imagined feasible! Parminder made every lesson feel productive and supportive, always explaining things clearly in a way that made sense to me and ultimately helping to build my confidence and safety behind the wheel!

From navigating aspects I found challenging like roundabouts, clearance/spatial awareness and manoeuvres, Parminder covered it all with patience, professionalism and encouragement! His specialist knowledge of the skills and routes was integral to me being able to pass!

I had a huge amount of anxiety leading up to the test and Parminder was incredibly supportive, calm and accommodating - making space for extra lessons, focusing on areas I found challenging allowing me to ease my nerves. He went above and beyond to enable me to relax and ultimately pass which I couldn’t have done without his support!

I honestly couldn’t recommend an instructor more and im so grateful for his guidance - if you’re looking for an instructor who doesn’t just teach you to drive but who genuinely cares, builds your confidence and gets you the results then I wouldn’t hesitate to go with Parminder!

Thank you Parminder so much for all the hard work and commitment, I’m truly thankful to have had you as my instructor!

27 May 2025
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Reply from A Class

Congratulations Samantha on passing first time, a great achievement. Thank you so much for the amazing review for our instructor Parminder, your words are very kind and complimentary of Parminder's teaching, and we are so pleased his calm and thoughtful approach , and tailoring the lessons to each pupil's personal needs, has given you the amazing outcome.
We wish you all the best with your future driving.

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

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