While we don't verify specific claims because reviewers' opinions are their own, we may label reviews as "Verified" when we can confirm a business interaction took place. Read more

To protect platform integrity, every review on our platform—verified or not—is screened by our 24/7 automated software. This technology is designed to identify and remove content that breaches our guidelines, including reviews that are not based on a genuine experience. We recognise we may not catch everything, and you can flag anything you think we may have missed. Read more

Review summary

Created with AI, based on recent reviews

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.

What people talk about most

Staff

Clients share positive opinions on staff. Many customers praise instructors for their patience, calmness, and... See more

User experience

Customers had positive experiences with user experience. Many reviewers highlighted the supportive,... See more

Instructions

Reviewers consistently express satisfaction with the instructions provided. Customers frequently highlight... See more

Service

Customers consistently note positive experiences with service. Reviewers praise instructors for tailoring... See more

Customer service

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of customer service, praising the support received. Customers appreciate... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

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

Company replied

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

Company replied

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

Company replied

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

Company replied


Company details

  1. Driving School

Written by the company

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.


Contact info

4.9

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

508 reviews

5-star
4-star
3-star
2-star
1-star

Replied to 100% of negative reviews

Typically replies within 24 hours

How this company uses Trustpilot

See how their reviews and ratings are sourced, scored, and moderated.

Companies on Trustpilot aren't allowed to offer incentives or pay to hide reviews. Reviews are the opinions of individual users and not of Trustpilot. Read more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Instructor was patient and supportive

I had and amazing experience with instructor Bilal Siddique who was very patient and supportive. Always ready to listen, address concerns and this helped to boost my confidence. Time and money well spent!

May 6, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Hi Lawson Okorefe,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌟 We’re thrilled to hear that Bilal’s patience and support made your learning experience so positive. Boosting confidence is exactly what we aim for, and it’s great to know your time and money were well spent.
Wishing you all the best on the road ahead! 🚗💨

The A-Class Driving School Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed first time

Passed first time! Amazing teaching from my instructor Bibi!

May 6, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Hi Tia Augustin,

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! 🎉 We’re thrilled to hear that you passed first time and that Bibi’s teaching made such a positive difference. She’ll be delighted to hear your kind words!
Wishing you many happy and safe miles on the road ahead. 🚗💨

The A-Class Driving School Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Instructor – Passed First Time

I had a great experience learning to drive with Leanne. She was very patient and supportive, which really helped me build my confidence behind the wheel.

She explained everything clearly and adapted each lesson to suit my pace, never rushing me. Her positive attitude kept me motivated, even when I made mistakes.

Thanks to her guidance, I passed my driving test first time. I’d highly recommend Leanne to anyone looking for a friendly and reliable driving instructor.

April 30, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Hi Priya,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review!

We're delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience learning with Leanne. Her patience, supportive approach, and ability to tailor lessons to each learner are exactly what we strive for, so it’s great to see that reflected in your journey.

Congratulations on passing your driving test first time that’s a fantastic achievement! We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Leanne, who will be thrilled to hear them.

Wishing you all the best and safe driving for the future!

Kind regards,
Jason
A-Class Driving School

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had the best leaning experience with…

I had the best leaning experience with Paul Barwick. He’s an excellent instructor, who’s extremely patient and calm. He takes the time to ask you what you feel you need to work on and plans and adjusts lessons to what you both feel like you need work on. Even when he feels like you didn’t needed any more practice on a particular area, he asked if you wanted to still to spend a little time working on it. He bases his lesson based on whether you feel ready and confident not his idea and understand. He always made sure you understood everything in your own time, he never rushed you. When mistakes was made, he would fully explain where, how and why you went wrong, as well of how it can be avoided and fixed. But most of all he believed in you and helped you underhand that even when you didn’t believe in yourself. Overall it was the best and calmest instructor and experience. I highly recommend him to any one who’s looking to learn to drive.

April 29, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Hi Teagan,

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear about your positive experience with Paul Barwick. It’s fantastic to know that you felt supported and confident throughout your lessons. Paul’s patient and personalized approach is exactly what we aim for at A-Class Driving School, and we’re so happy it helped you succeed!

Your feedback means the world to us, and we’ll be sure to pass on your lovely comments to Paul. Best of luck on your driving journey, and we’re here if you need anything in the future!

Thanks again for choosing A-Class Driving School, and for recommending us!

All the best,
The A-Class Driving School Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a really good experience with…

Had a really good experience with Marcel from a class, he taught me very well and helped me pass first time, amazing teacher and would recommend him to others.

April 28, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Marcel made such a positive impact on your learning experience and helped you pass first time. We'll be sure to pass on your feedback to him. Congratulations again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had an amazing learning experience with…

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 make sure I understood everything, rather than rushing through lessons and always on time.A big thank you to Bibi Khan for the amazing support . Best instructor. I’ll highly recommend her for anyone who wants to learn to drive.

April 22, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!

We’re delighted to hear about your positive experience with Bibi. She truly takes pride in being calm, patient, and supportive, so it’s fantastic to know she helped you build confidence and believe in yourself throughout your learning journey.
Your kind words about her teaching approach and professionalism mean a lot, and we’ll be sure to pass on your thanks to her.
Congratulations on your progress, and thank you for recommending Bibi and A-Class Driving School. We wish you all the best with your driving! 🚗

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Experience with Paul Barwick

Just as the name, A Class is an exceptional driving school and my instructor, Paul Barwick, was incredibly patient, supportive and friendly throughout my journey. If there were a billion stars on Trustpilot, I would give them to Paul 💖✨⭐🌟. When I first sign up with him, I had almost hit rock bottom from two previous instructors and my confidence was so low. But Paul saw beyond these limitations and in just 3 months, I became confident and comfortable behind the wheel. Thanks to his excellent and constructive approach to teaching, I passed with 3 minors. Overall, Paul is a superb instructor 🤓, and I will vouch for him anywhere, and anytime.
Thank you so much, Paul Barwick 🤗. You are one-of-a-kind!

April 21, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Thank you so much M.Etheldreda, for such an amazing review for A Class and our instructor Paul Barwick. It is always lovely to hear about success stories, and that pupils confidence and abilities are personally catered to and they receive the best service possible. We get many great and positive reviews for Paul and we are proud to have him as part of the team.
We wish you all the best with your future driving.

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience with BILAL SIDDIQUE was…

My experience with Bilal Siddique was amazing! He was really friendly and patient with me, and despite nerves and mistakes, believed in me! I’d recommend him to anyone he’s great! Such a lovely experience and helped me pass first time 0 driving faults! 🥰🥳

April 21, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Congratulations Destiny on passing first time with a perfect drive, that is amazing. Thank you for the review for Bilal, he is a great instructor and we are pleased he built your confidence and you enjoyed the process also.
We wish you all the best with your future driving.

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great teacher

Passed my test first time :)
Great teacher, put off driving for years because I was too nervous. Matt was very patient and made the process feel very easy.
Would highly recommend!

April 21, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Well done Beatrice, passing first time is great. Thank you for the review for our instructor Matt. We are pleased to know that Matt restored your confidence with driving, and you enjoyed the learning process. Matt is a valued member of the A Class family.
We wish you all the best with your future driving.

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bilal Siddique from A class

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, patient, and very thorough in his teaching. He carefully explains even the most challenging parts of the road and ensures I am well-prepared by covering a wide range of routes and situations. His clear instruction and supportive approach helped me gain confidence. I am very grateful for his excellent instruction.

April 15, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Hi Fatema,

Congratulations on passing your driving test—that’s a fantastic achievement! 🎉

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind and detailed review. It really means a lot to hear about your positive experience, and I’m especially pleased that Bilal’s guidance, patience, and thorough teaching helped you build confidence and succeed.

I’ll be sure to pass along your lovely feedback to Bilal—he’ll be delighted to hear it.

Wishing you all the best with your driving, and stay safe on the road!

Kind regards,
Jason Wilson
A-Class Driving School

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just recently passed first time

I just recently passed first time with 2 minors after just 17 lessons, thanks to my driving instructor Rob. I’ve had 3 instructors in the past and he has been by far the best. He was always patient, calm and made me feel comfortable even when I made mistakes. His instructions were always clear and he took the time to properly teach and make sure I understood everything, rather than rushing through lessons. I also really appreciated that he never wasted time or money every lesson felt worthwhile and productive. I would 100% recommend him to anyone learning to drive!

April 8, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Congratulations Divine, passing first time is an amazing achievement. We are so glad to hear that your experience with our instructor Rob was both enjoyable and productive. It is always nice to know that Rob was understanding and patient, and he tailored the lessons to suit you and delivered the best service possible.
We wish you all the best with your future driving.

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I passed the test on my first attempt

I passed the test on my first attempt, and all the credit goes to Bilal, my instructor. He taught me in a disciplined and smart way, identified my mistakes, and helped me overcome them. I would highly recommend anyone who wants to ace the test on their first attempt to take classes with him.

February 26, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Congratulations Awais, passing your test first time is quite an achievement, and we are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your learning journey with our instructor Bilal, and that his teaching delivered such an enjoyable and positive experience. We are proud to call Bilal a part of our team,

We wish you all the best with your future driving.

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Matt is the best!

I feel so lucky and grateful to have had Matt as my instructor. He was so calming to be in the car with and always put me at ease. And every lesson we laughed, Which was a great bonus!
Passing first time was very bittersweet and I will genuinely miss having him with me.
10/10 would recommend

April 2, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Well done Amber on passing first time, we are always so pleased to hear about a first time pass, and especially that you had such a great time getting there. Thank you for the wonderful review for our instructor Matt, we are so proud to have him as part of the A Class team.
We get many comments about how pupils have enjoyed their learning journey with Matt.

We wish you all the best with your future driving.

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Driving Review

My instructor was Bilal Siddique and he was excellent from start to finish. Super nice guy, very relaxed but also very great at teaching you what you need to know. He prepared me super well for the test in which i ended up passing with only a few minor. To anyone wanting to drive, Bilal would be an excellent choice for that.

March 31, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Congratulations Kyan on passing your practical test and with only a few minors, an amazing result. Thank you for your lovely review for our instructor Bilal, we hear many good things about Bilal and his approach to teaching and we are pleased to know that his pupils are more than happy with Bilal and their final outcome.
We wish you all the best with your future driving.

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bilal Siddique A Class. Great Teacher

I can’t recommend Bilal Siddique enough as a driving instructor. I only had two lessons with him (4 hours in total) plus an hour before my test, and the difference in my driving and confidence was huge.

He’s a very clear and calm teacher who actually lets you drive and learn properly. What really stood out to me was the way he explains mistakes/corrections, instead of just pointing them out, he breaks things down in a way that makes sense and helps you actually improve and apply what he’s taught straightaway. This was completely different to my previous instructor.

His confidence in me really helped me feel calm and confident on test day, especially around my reverse parking. I honestly couldn’t thank him enough for his support. I’d highly recommend him to anyone learning to drive!

March 30, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Congratulations Abiola on passing your practical test, we are so pleased to hear that Bilal helped you with so few lessons. We get many reviews for Bilal, and praise for his teaching style and attention to detail, and are happy to know that his approach is both rewarding and enjoyable.

We wish you all the best with your future driving.

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paul Barwick

I recently passed my driving test thanks to Paul Barwick, and I couldn’t recommend him more highly. He is incredibly precise and ensures every detail is done correctly, which really builds confidence and strong driving habits. It actually pushes you to improve and stay focused during lessons. Paul takes his role very seriously and genuinely cares about his students’ progress, rather than just going through the motions. His commitment to high standards made a huge difference to my learning experience, and ultimately helped me pass successfully. An excellent instructor overall.

March 31, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Congratulations Afaan on passing your driving test, it is always good to hear of successes. Thank you for the amazing review for our instructor Paul Barwick, many of his pupils tell us that they have enjoyed the way he teaches and that he tailors the lesson to the individual and builds their confidence behind the wheel.
We wish you all the best with your future driving.

A CLASS DRIVING SCHOOL

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Instructor Recommendation

Instructor: Marcel Fernandes
Review: I had the pleasure of having Marcel teach me after having a rough first experience with a independent instructor. Marcel's style of teaching and approach to driving allowed me to conquer some fears and reservations I had with driving, allowing me to go on and pass my test. Confident teaching method, great interpersonal skills with clear and concise information delivery. Highly recommended!

March 14, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Hi Max,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review.

We’re really pleased to hear that Marcel was able to help you build your confidence and overcome your initial concerns about driving. It’s great to know his teaching style and approach made such a positive difference to your experience—and congratulations on passing your test!

I’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Marcel, I know he’ll really appreciate it.

Wishing you all the best with your driving moving forward.

Kind regards,
A-Class Driving School

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed with 0 minors after 16 lessons!

Passed with 0 minors after 16 lessons! I was pulled in by promise of fast progression and high pass rate, and instructor Rob delivered in spades.

March 24, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear about your amazing result—passing with 0 minors after just 16 lessons is a huge achievement.
Rob will be delighted to know his commitment to fast progression and maintaining a high pass rate made such a positive impact on your experience. We pride ourselves on delivering exactly that, so it’s great to see it reflected in your journey. Congratulations again on passing, and we wish you many safe and confident miles on the road!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mr Bilal Siddique was a fantastic…

Mr Bilal Siddique was a fantastic instructor! He was very patient with me and helped me pass first time! He was very positive and out of the few instructors I have had, he was the only one to help my confidence! 10/10 would recommend to anyone wanting a positive experience

March 25, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that Bilal provided such a positive and supportive learning experience. His patience and encouragement are exactly what we aim for, and it’s fantastic to know he helped build your confidence and supported you in passing first time.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Bilal. Wishing you all the best and many safe, happy journeys ahead!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amadoe great driving instructor

Amadoe is Great instructor ,patient very supportive always makes its clear that if you have any questions ask.
Due to his great work ethic my son passed first time

March 23, 2026
Unprompted review
A Class logo

Reply from A Class

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave this lovely review!

We’re delighted to hear that Amadeo made such a positive impact with his patience, support, and clear guidance throughout your son’s lessons. It’s especially wonderful to know that his dedication and work ethic helped your son pass first time — that’s a fantastic achievement!

We’ll be sure to pass your feedback on to Amadeo. Congratulations to your son, and we wish him many safe and happy miles on the road!

Best regards,
A-Class Driving School

The Trustpilot Experience

Anyone can write a Trustpilot review. People who write reviews have ownership to edit or delete them at any time, and they’ll be displayed as long as an account is active.

Companies can ask for reviews via automatic invitations. Labeled Verified, they’re about genuine experiences.

Learn more about other kinds of reviews.

We use dedicated people and clever technology to safeguard our platform. Find out how we combat fake reviews.

Learn about Trustpilot’s review process.

Here are 8 tips for writing great reviews.

Verification can help ensure real people are writing the reviews you read on Trustpilot.

Offering incentives for reviews or asking for them selectively can bias the TrustScore, which goes against our guidelines.

Take a closer look