Patient, structured lessons for first-time learners and nervous drivers in Folkestone and across Kent. Manual and automatic available.
Not sure where to start? Here is exactly what happens, from your first WhatsApp to the moment you drive away on your own.
WhatsApp or call Priya. Tell her where you are and when you'd like to start. No forms, no waiting — usually a same-day reply.
Your first lesson is an assessment. Priya sees where you are and builds a realistic plan to get you test-ready. No pressure, just a starting point.
Weekly or twice-weekly lessons at your pace. Priya adjusts as you improve — no rushing, no moving on until you're genuinely ready.
Priya runs a full mock test under real conditions. You'll know exactly where you stand before booking. No surprises on the day.
Pre-test lesson with Priya, then you go in. Most of Priya's learners pass first time. You drive away on your own.
Pay as you go or save with a block. All lessons are one hour. Manual and automatic on all packages.
Pay as you go. Book one session at a time. Good for refreshers, assessments, or trying before committing to a block.
Ten hours at a discounted rate. The most popular choice for learners who want to progress consistently week to week.
15 hours across two weeks for learners who need to pass by a specific date — or who want to compress the whole process.
DVSA-recognised scheme for newly qualified drivers. Builds real-world confidence beyond what the standard test covers.
Not sure which is right for you? Here is the difference. Priya teaches both.
A full manual licence lets you drive any car — manual or automatic. More options when hiring, borrowing, or buying. The standard path for learners with no specific reason to choose automatic.
No clutch, no gears to manage. Easier to learn, quicker to progress, and less to think about on test day. Priya's most popular choice — and the recommended option for nervous learners.
Three recent ones. Full names, real situations, no initials.
"I failed twice with a different instructor and was genuinely anxious about starting again. Priya was so calm about the whole thing. She explained exactly what had gone wrong and we worked on it properly. Passed first time."
"Priya taught me in the automatic and I think that made all the difference. I'd been putting off learning for years because manual felt overwhelming. Passed first attempt. Wouldn't have managed with anyone else."
"My daughter used Priya and passed first time. She was quite anxious going in and Priya handled that brilliantly. She always knew when to push and when to back off. Honestly could not have hoped for a better instructor."
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I'm Priya Sharma. I became a driving instructor in 2017 after seeing how much the experience varies depending on who you learn with. I wanted to offer lessons that actually worked for nervous people, not just people who pick it up quickly.
Most of my learners come to me as complete beginners or after a difficult experience elsewhere. I take time to understand what's blocking each person rather than applying the same approach to everyone. That's why my pass rate stays as strong as it does.
I cover Folkestone, Hythe, and most of the surrounding area. I'll pick you up from home and drop you back. If you're not ready to test when you think you are, I'll tell you. I'd rather do that than have you fail.
Based in Folkestone, covering most of the CT and TN postcode areas. Not listed? Call and check.
Priya is based in Folkestone and typically covers within 15 miles. Lessons start and end at your home address — no need to travel to a meeting point.
Available Monday to Saturday, including evenings. WhatsApp is the fastest way to check availability and get your first lesson booked.
WhatsApp Priya and she'll come back with availability, answer any questions, and get you booked in. No forms, no commitment needed up front.