The Mainstream Group Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Can not praise these guys enough! Been 1st class since day one, patient and understanding and matches styles to suit yourself. Special mention to my Instructor Dave who has the patience of a saint but... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the zoom lessons to driving, my whole experience has been excellent. Russ and James on the zoom lessons were excellent and made them fun to do. All of the instructors are friendly and approachab... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just got my C+E licence through mainstream and the whole experience was amazing from start to finish. Everyone at mainstream are laid back and down to earth which made it a really enjoyable experience... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would highly recommend Mainstream in Sittingbourne. I passed theory, hazard, CPC, mod 2 and 4, reversing 3A and practical 3B first time with these guys. The trainers were firm but fair and will get... See more

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  1. Drivers License Training School
  2. Learner Driver Training Area
  3. Training Centre

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Mainstream offers a wide range of nationally accredited, award winning courses for businesses and individuals. Delivering practical training to develop and enhance careers in the HGV, Construction and Warehouse sectors. Our HGV Skills Bootcamps are Government funded practical training courses are delivered at no-cost, leading to a job interview and a successful job placement.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great company to train with

A great company to train with. I passed nearly a year ago now and got work straight away on class one with there fleet side. They gave me extra training to get me through the assessment. I can't fault them in any way.

June 10, 2024
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Thank you for the wonderful feedback Scott!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

C+E Pass

Many thanks to Mainstream for helping me pass the C+E test. The zooms were flexible enough to complete in my own time and the presentations helped me prepare for the practical training. Many thanks to my instructor Ian at Sittingbourne who I had do my lessons. Top man 👍

March 13, 2025
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Thank you so much for your kind words and congratulations on passing your C+E test Jake! We're really pleased to hear that you found the Zoom sessions flexible and the presentations helpful in getting you ready for the practical training.
Wishing you all the best on the road ahead!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Novice to ce

Yesterday I passed my Practical test with the help of Bobby Horton in Swindon amazing instructor very knowledgeable I would highly recommend him as an instructor

March 11, 2025
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Reply from The Mainstream Group

Huge congratulations on passing your practical test! 🎉 We're thrilled to hear about your experience in Swindon.
Thank you for your recommendation and for taking the time to share your feedback. Wishing you all the best in your driving career!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great four days training for my HGV…

A great four days training for my HGV C+E with excellent instructors.
Everything was well explained by the instructors.
Thankyou to all that help me pass my test first time

March 5, 2025
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Congratulations on passing first time Chris!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What a great team in Sittingbourne

What a great team in Sittingbourne.

10 out of 10.

Very friendly, fantastic/top quality instructors (big shout out to Mick, Ray and Kevin). Highly recommended if doing any HGV/PCV training. Went from never driving HGV to passing my test in less than 2 x weeks, 1st time !!!!! Also had great laugh throughout my training.

Massive THANK YOU for the opportunity :O)

February 28, 2025
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Reply from The Mainstream Group

Huge congratulations on passing first time, that’s a great achievement!
We’re so glad you had a great experience with the Sittingbourne team.
Wishing you every success as you hit the road in your new HGV journey!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great training at Mainstream

With passing my test thursday thanks to Ian.t due to excellent training and brilliant instructor at Sittingbourne ,from the beginning going from car to class 1 c+e straight away passing first time with all my tests my instructor ian.t met my needs and pushed me to do my best with his knowledge down to a t ,only downside the online learning material could be updated and the toilets need major revamp apart from that I've already recommended two friends which have enrolled on the course brilliant training from beginning to end thanks to Ian.t and the team at mainstream

February 20, 2025
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Reply from The Mainstream Group

Huge congratulations on passing your Class 1 first time – what an amazing achievement! We're so pleased to hear how much you valued Ian T’s training and support throughout your journey.
We really appreciate your honesty about the online learning materials and facilities – it’s feedback like this that helps us improve. We’ve taken your comments on board and will look into making the necessary upgrades.
Wishing you all the best in your HGV career.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Novice to Class 1 CE

Novice to Class 1 CE

Today I passed my Practical with the help of Bobby Horton @ Swindon Amazing instructor very knowledgeable and kept me calm and relaxed till my test. I would highly recommend him as an instructor

February 20, 2025
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Congratulations on passing your practical test – that’s fantastic news! We're so glad to hear that Bobby was able to keep you calm and confident right up to your test.
Wishing you all the best on the road ahead!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mainstream is definitely the place to go!!!

I honestly cannot recommend Mainstream highly enough. The course is extremely thorough, whilst also being a relaxed learning environment. I passed all 6 exams/tests involved in gaining my licence, first time; and that is with no prior experience at all. All staff involved take a real interest in your progress and are willing to assist in any way they legitimately can to help you progress and pass.
If you are wanting to gain your HGV licence, Mainstream is definitely the place to go!!!

February 19, 2025
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Reply from The Mainstream Group

Thank you so much for the amazing feedback Andrew! Huge congratulations on passing all exams first time.
We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that you found the course thorough yet relaxed, and that our team were there to support you every step of the way.
Thank you again for your kind words and recommendation – we really appreciate it. Wishing you every success in your HGV career!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Novice to Class 1 CE

Yesterday I passed my Practical with the help of Bobby Horton @ Swindon. Amazing instructor very knowledgeable and kept me calm and relaxed till my test. I would highly recommend him as an instructor.

February 14, 2025
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Reply from The Mainstream Group

Huge congratulations on passing your practical test Graham! We’re so pleased to hear that Bobby was such a great support throughout your training. His knowledge, calm approach, and ability to build confidence really do make a difference.
Thanks so much for the recommendation – and best of luck with your driving journey ahead!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant training course my instructor…

Brilliant training course my instructor gave me all the information I needed to pass my training. I would highly recommend them to anyone who is looking to get their HGV licence

Dale Schofield

February 12, 2025
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Reply from The Mainstream Group

Hello Dale, we are glad your instructor provided you with the information to be able to pas your test!
Good luck with your job search!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sailed through my Cat C+E licence…

Sailed through my Cat C+E licence thanks to some awesome people at Mainstream.
Firstly the office girls are great setting everything up, from the initial interview to always being on the end of the phone when you have questions.
The zoom sessions weren't as monotone as i thought they'd be, mainly due to Russ and Danny being able to keep things light and interacting a lot with everyone.
The actual on-road training was the best part. I was lucky enough to have Mick Holder as my instructor alongside 2 other learners, he was very thorough with our training, making sure we were able to drive at a much higher level than needed for our test, which made the test itself an absolute breeze. I honestly couldn't have asked for a better instructor.
Thanks to all at mainstream!

February 5, 2025
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Reply from The Mainstream Group

Hello Ken, We’re thrilled to hear how smoothly your Cat C+E journey went, and it’s brilliant to know our team made such a strong impression. The office team will be so pleased with the shoutout—they work hard behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly.
Congratulations on your pass, and thank you again for choosing Mainstream. Wishing you every success in your HGV career!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had My 10 day streetworks course taken…

Had My 10 day streetworks course taken by mainstream with Kev and Karl, got my pass and couldn't doubt the pair of instructors, very helpful. Will put there own time in to help you if your stuck on any thing. Kev gave up his lunch times twice to make sure I was confident enough to carry out my test

February 7, 2025
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Huge congratulations on passing your Streetworks course! We're so pleased to hear that Kev and Karl were such a great support throughout your training.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great instructing and great opportunity

Recently completed the novice to C+E, the zoom set ups are great to get to learn the fundamentals of HGV driving, can’t fault the practical training, my instructor Ian was great, couldn’t fault the training advice given from him throughout my practical training, made me feel confident in my ability and in general a real top bloke, really thankful to Ian for the knowledge passed on and to mainstream for giving me the opportunity to obtain my C+E licence.

February 6, 2025
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Reply from The Mainstream Group

Congratulations on completing your training Jordan! We’re so pleased to hear that you found the Zoom sessions helpful for building the fundamentals, and that the practical training went smoothly.
Thank you for your kind words about Ian and Mainstream – we’re glad we could be part of your journey to getting your C+E licence. Wishing you all the best on the road ahead!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant training and instructors.

Brilliant training with fantastic instructors, the facilities are great and vehicles modern and well maintained and clean. Supportive and informative instructors who are well across their brief. Passed test with no issues first time!.

January 29, 2025
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Reply from The Mainstream Group

Hello John, we are glad you had a pleasant experience!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Novice to c+e

Novice to c+e
Very good company to use for training, very well taught on a short time frame considering I haven’t got any Hgv driving experience. I got taught by mick great guy good laughs throughout as well as knuckling down making progress, didn’t feel stressed at all.

January 27, 2025
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Reply from The Mainstream Group

Hello James, Thank you for the lovely feedback, we will pass this onto Mick!



Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Extremely happy with my training at…

Extremely happy with my training at Sittingbourne, Mick was an excellent instructor, he got me exam ready very quickly, i would definitely recommend Mainstream and for Mick to train anyone that wants to become a confident and safe HGV driver.

January 27, 2025
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Reply from The Mainstream Group

Hello Bartosz, thank you for your feedback.
We will make sure to pass this onto Mick!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Take Care

The office staff are pleasant and helpful. The online trainers Russell and Stuart are great, helpful and knowledgeable. The test centre is a shambles. Grotty portacabin, filthy vandalised toilets, air thick with curses, sexism and worse. The DVSA examiner exuded boredom and hostility. Go somewhere else for your test. (Comments relate solely to the test centre at Stadium Way Sittingbourne Kent)

July 10, 2024
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Reply from The Mainstream Group

Hello JT. Thank you for your praise for our team, we will pass this onto them, they will appreciate your comments.
We are very sorry to hear that the DVSA test centre didn't meet your expectations. As we deal with over 15 centres across the country, please phone us directly so we can investigate.

Further to the update on your review, we now have enough information to work with DVSA to address your concerns.
Many thanks for bringing it to our attention.

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