Intensive Driving Courses in Medway
Prepare for your test with expert instructors who understand the roads across the Medway Towns. Our intensive driving courses are designed to get you confident, ready and driving safely in no time.
Client Testimonial, by Charlotte Nelhams
Pete, thank you for, what I would call, your ‘cool, calm, and collected’ teaching. But, at the same time I wouldn’t call it teaching because you made the lessons so fun and I found myself looking forward too and enjoying each lesson. You made me feel really comfortable and confident in my driving ability and made me feel so at ease! Thank you for all your help!
Tailored Driving Lessons Available for Medway Areas
Kent Intensive Driving School has qualified instructors serving the Medway Towns, offering intensive courses tailored to your experience and test location. If you’re taking your practical test at the Gillingham Driving Test Centre, we are familiar with the local driving test routes and will give you as much experience on these routes as possible. We’ll build your lessons around the specific roads, junctions and conditions you are likely to encounter.
We have helped many learners across Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and nearby areas. Our instructors know the best places to practise technical skills as well as everyday driving to give you a complete learning experience.
What You’ll Learn Driving in the Medway Area
The Medway Towns provide a mix of road types, perfect for developing real-world driving skills. During your course, you’ll cover:
- Town centre driving in Chatham and Gillingham, where you’ll work on traffic flow, complex junctions and roundabout approaches
- Dual carriageways and major roundabouts, such as the A2, A289 and Bowaters Roundabout, to improve your lane positioning and anticipation
- Residential areas like Rainham and Strood are ideal for practising manoeuvres, including bay parking, parallel parking and controlled stops
Medway’s Urban Driving Practice
Urban practice in Medway typically includes routes through:
- Chatham Town Centre and The Brook
- Gillingham High Street
- A2 Watling Street
- Rochester ring roads and junctions
- Medway Tunnel and connecting roads
- Rainham, Strood, and other local areas
This mix of traffic conditions helps you become comfortable with complex road layouts, one-way systems, and junctions under pressure.
Medway’s Rural Driving Practice
Medway is surrounded by rural routes ideal for driving practice, including:
- Cooling
- Cuxton
- High Halstow
- Hoo St Werburgh
- Upnor
- Upper Halling
- Walderslade
- and other local villages and rural towns
These roads are perfect for developing control on bends, adapting to lower visibility, and learning to scan for hidden hazards.
Pass Plus and Motorway Lessons
Once you’ve passed your test, we offer Pass Plus courses covering motorway routes such as the M2, M20, M26 and M25, helping you gain confidence with high-speed journeys and larger roads.
Course Structure and Booking
All our courses are designed to help you reach test standards. If you have a test booked, we recommend aligning your course with the test date for optimal results.
Reach out to us through our contact form or booking form to get started.
Medway Driving Test Centres
The nearest driving theory test centre is in Chatham. For information about your driving theory test or for the locations of other driving theory test centres in or around Kent please see our Driving Theory Test page.
The nearest practical driving test centre is in Gillingham. For more information about your practical driving test or for the location of other practical driving test centres in Kent please see our Practical Driving Test page.
Driving theory test centres
Chatham,
14-16 High Street,
Chatham,
ME4 4EP
Practical driving test centres
Gillingham,
Unit 1, Astra Park,
Courteney Road,
Gillingham,
ME8 0RZ
Experienced Instructors
for Intensive Driving Courses in Medway
Our male and female instructors are fully qualified with over 22 years of experience, delivering intensive driving courses in Medway in both manual and automatic cars. Book an Assessment Lesson to assess your driving and receive personalised guidance on the right course length.
Male and Female Instructors
- We have both male and female instructors to cater to your preference
- Our instructors are patient, approachable and dedicated to helping you succeed
- Choose an instructor who makes you feel comfortable
Manual and Automatic Lessons
- Choose to learn in either a manual or an automatic car
- Gain the necessary skills in your preferred transmission type
- Get comprehensive lessons designed for your needs
22 Years of Experience
- Learn from seasoned professionals with decades of teaching experience
- All instructors are familiar with Kent’s roads and commonly used driving test routes
- Benefit from proven techniques and guidance to build confidence on the road
Get Personalised Guidance
- Start with an Assessment Lesson to evaluate your current driving skills
- Get a tailored learning plan designed to fit your goals and experience
- Get step-by-step guidance to reach driving test standards as soon as possible
Need an Assessment Lesson
for Intensive Driving Courses in Medway?
Unsure which course length suits you? Book an Assessment Lesson for personalised guidance in Medway.
FAQs About Driving in Medway
Will I be picked up and dropped off at home for my lessons in Medway?
Yes, we offer pick-up and drop-off throughout Medway, including Chatham, Gillingham, Rochester, and surrounding villages.
What kind of roads will I drive on during lessons in Medway?
You’ll drive on a mix of urban roads, ring roads, dual carriageways, and rural country lanes, providing a well-rounded learning experience.
Will I be taught the test routes for the local driving centre?
Yes, we’ll focus on the routes likely to be used by Gillingham Test Centre, or any other relevant test centres in your area.
How do I pay for the lessons?
We take a deposit once your course is arranged, with the final payment due four weeks before the course starts. You can find full details on our Booking page.
How much does it cost?
Costs vary depending on the course length and type required. You can view full pricing details on our Prices & Packages page.