I am an ex-BSM and AA DSA approved driving instructor who recently attained a grade 6 mark for instruction, which means you can rest assured that you will receive the best possible tuition available. Only around 7% of instructors achieve this grade and this has resulted in me maintaining a pass rate 10% higher than the average for Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks.
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- Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Crowborough, Langton Green, Southborough, Wadhurst, Ticehurst
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The Jody Thomas Driving School was formed in 2009, operating initially in the Tunbridge Wells area, after Jody qualified as instructor with the top Grade possible. Since then Jody has recruited another 7 instructors to help with the steady increase in customers due to our successful teaching styles, which has resulted in thousands of customers passes.
Pass Plus - Pass Plus is a practical training course that takes at least 6 hours and is for drivers to improve their skills and drive more safely. Motorway Driving - Currently learner drivers are not allowed to drive on the motorway, so it is essential you take some motorway driving lessons before venturing out for the first time.
It's really important that not only are you being taught in the correct manner and with the correct methods but that you're comfortable and relaxed during your lessons. We know you'll be nervous, not just on your first lesson but also subsequent lessons, and so we'll do our best to relieve any stress that you may feel!
We are pleased to announce that we now have the facilities to teach customers who are looking for automatic driving lessons. The cars we use are the Hyundai i10 and i30 Active and Toyota Yaris, fitted with all optional extras for maximum comfort. They are dual-controlled for safety and are both great cars to learn in given their size and manoeuvrability.
As a learner driver you are not allowed by law to drive on a motorway. The thought of driving on a motorway can therefore cause a lot of fear. However motorways are statistically the safest roads and are an important part of driving. With the help of our fully qualified instructors we can help you gain confidence to feel ready for the challenge of motorway driving.
Reviews (28)
Amaia Orozko
Apr 09, 2022
Alice Elphinstone
Feb 08, 2022
Passed my test first time with Jody as my instructor! As a slightly older learner I was quite nervous to start with but Jody made me feel at ease straight away. Due to Covid, and having a baby, my lessons were quite spread out but I never felt as though I needed to start from scratch. Jody was calm and encouraging and made me laugh, which definitely helped with my nerves and confidence! I would 100% recommend for those seeking an automatic instructor. Thanks a lot Jody!
Jyothimol George
Nov 26, 2021
Lydia Webster
Nov 05, 2021
Tamzin Taylor
Aug 02, 2021
Tamara Dugard
Jun 01, 2021
I cannot recommend Jody enough. I had some previous experience driving (in the US) however, Jody managed to get me ready for my test in less than two weeks! And I passed with only two minors. His style is excellent - clear, patient, friendly and thorough. He's also very understanding and flexible with timings, as I had just had a newborn and needed to get a lot of lessons in within a short space of time. Thank you Jody!
Vibha Chaudhary
Apr 18, 2021
Catherine Ann Krish
Jan 03, 2021
My thanks to Andy for his encouragement & patience in teaching me to drive. Leaving it rather late in my life to learn & with a lot of self doubt, Andy helped me to believe in myself & with his guidance & tuition I passed my theory test first time & passed the practical test today at my 2nd attempt. I highly recommend Andy ~ thank you!
Utku Ibik
Nov 03, 2020
After my instructor Andrea shouted and swore at me for not knowing how to drive my opinion of this school was pretty low. I was pleasantly surprised at how apologetic the instructor was, as well as the owner of the school, who promptly offered to teach me themselves. After giving my availably, however, I never heard back, despite chasing. Shame, shame, shame. Not professional and zero customer service. I would not recommend Jody Thomas to anyone.
Crystal
Jul 03, 2020
Catherine Ann Krish
Jan 31, 2020
My thanks to Andy for his encouragement & patience in teaching me to drive. Leaving it rather late in my life to learn & with a lot of self doubt, Andy helped me to believe in myself & with his guidance & tuition I passed my theory test first time & passed the practical test today at my 2nd attempt. I highly recommend Andy ~ thank you!
Adele Copper
Oct 02, 2019
I had Pete R as my instructor. I would highly recommend to anyone and everyone. He was very calming, patient and explained every little thing so I was fully prepared for my test. I never felt out of my depth or stressed and felt the whole process easy. I had no previous driving experience but I felt after just a few short weeks that he had passed all his knowledge and confidence over to me! He was really easy to get on with and I could feel he was just as proud as me when I passed. This showed a real passion for his job!
Ryan Jones
Sep 29, 2019
Tamryn Horner
Aug 29, 2019
My confidence was lower than rock bottom after having many not so successful lessons when I was younger. After just 1 lesson with Jody I was filled with confidence and trusted my abilities. I then carried out the remainder of my lessons with Andrea who was absolutely amazing in every way!! I can’t thank her enough for how comfortable and stress free I felt during every lesson! Thank you so much for being the best!!
Sophie Harper
Aug 15, 2019
I want to say a massive thank you to Andy who taught me Automaic. Two years previous I'd tried to learn manual, and struggled so much I gave up. I started with Andy as a very nervous driver, I struggled with direction and my left and rights. he supported me all the way, and built up my confidence. He was very patient and kind, he explained everything very clearly. Thanks to him, I passed my driving test first time!
Ella Garner
Aug 15, 2019
Elson Alves
May 19, 2019
Hannah Bligh
May 01, 2018
I can't recommend Peter Ranger highly enough! As a nervous first time driver, Peter took great care to take lessons at my pace, and to push where he could see it would help me to gain confidence. He is a patient and intuitive instructor who made our lessons great fun and a positive learning experience!
Emma Elizabeth Harris
Jun 03, 2017
Molly Bird
Apr 01, 2017
Passed my test second time with the help of Jon! Would recommend this company to anyone, whether you've never driven or just wanting to change instructor. So relaxed and put at ease the entire time. Always supportive and no pressure. Wish I'd gone to Jody Thomas from the very start! If you're looking for a completely stress-free learning experience, with a 100% supportive and motivating instructor then Jon is your guy
Nathan Schleider
Apr 13, 2016
I passed my test second time with Jody - I really recommend him, he has a great way of teaching, and if you don't quite understand something he can explain it a different way - he is also really calm the whole time, which is definitely necessary as a learner driver! Extremely good teacher and would recommend to anyone looking at learning to drive.
Kayla Butcher
Feb 02, 2016
Passed my test on 8th January 2016 with Jody. 3rd time lucky. Jody was always funny and supportive with helping me towards my test. Every lesson i learnt more and more and took the feedback on board. He made me feel nice and relaxed when driving on the roads. We had good laughs on our driving lessons which i know i will never forget. I would deffo recommend Jody 100 % thankyou so much Jody
Laura Reay
May 14, 2015
I passed my driving test with Ian as my instructor. What can I say he is a great instructor!!!! I was so lucky to have been given him! The man knows his stuff! He was professional, encouraging, patient and made every lesson relaxed and enjoyable! I actually miss having lessons with him now! Everyone should learn to drive with Ian!!!
Monica Smart
Nov 24, 2014
Driving lessons were always a pleasure with Jody and as a nervous beginner I soon found confidence. He made me feel comfortable while learning and his thorough knowledge enabled him to explain everything about driving to me in an easy to understand manner. He even supported me in my decision to persevere with manual driving as I took some time to master it! I passed first time so I thoroughly recommend Jody Thomas' driving school. Thanks Jody!
Jonny Rees-Porter
Nov 07, 2014
I had Jody himself as my instructor and couldn't recommend him highly enough; every lesson was extremely productive and I felt that I was being taught quickly as well as thoroughly and safely so as to enable me to pass my test first time, whilst also being able to get along well with my instructor and have a laugh during the time that I was learning. Jody Thomas Driving School's first time pass rate is exceptionally high, and after a couple of lessons it's easy to see why. Thanks again Jody!
Rosalind Burgess
Nov 05, 2013
I passed my driving test first time with two minors after having lessons with Jody and always found learning to drive really enjoyable. Jody was a very calm instructor and made the lessons fun whilst explaining everything clearly. I felt very prepared for the test as the lessons had built up my confidence when driving and would recommend Jody Thomas Driving School.
Jasmine MacLeod
Oct 28, 2012
I passed my driving test just under two weeks ago all thanks to Jody. He is very calm and patient and makes you feel at ease when driving. Lessons are great fun as well as learning absolutely everything you need to know and do to pass your test. Never a dull moment - he's a great laugh, reliable, excellent at what he does and a lovely person, you won't find a better instructor than him. Thank you Jody!
Beth Jacquin
Mar 15, 2012
Jody Thomas is a great driving instructor. I felt at ease in my lessons and he explained things clearly. He is very reliable and made my lessons enjoyable. He helped me to gain confidence and I passed my test first time, only 3 months after my first lesson. I felt calm and prepared going into my test and this is due to Jody's excellent teaching. Thank you Jody!