Intensive Driving Courses In Hartley

Selecting the appropriate driving course is a pivotal decision in your journey towards obtaining a driving licence. To assist you in making the right choice, we’ve outlined three distinct course descriptions below. Read on to gain insight into our course offerings, and feel free to reach out to us at 0800 112 3515 or take our course recommender quiz for personalised guidance!

1. Beginner – If you’re brand new to driving and have never been behind the wheel before, our Gold / Platinum courses are tailor-made for you. Designed to fast-track your progress, these courses enable you to pass your driving test within just a few weeks of intensive training. Typically spanning 2 – 3 weeks, these courses require your dedicated availability, potentially necessitating time off from other commitments.

2. Intermediate – For learners who have already accumulated approximately 20 hours of driving experience and feel relatively confident behind the wheel, our Silver courses are an ideal fit. Geared towards bridging the gap between your current skill level and the requirements for passing the driving test, this course will help you achieve test standard proficiency.

3. Experienced – If you’re an experienced driver holding an international licence and seeking to transfer to a UK licence, our Bronze courses are precisely what you need. Carefully curated to elevate all learner drivers to test standard, these courses offer flexibility to accommodate your schedule. Plus, we’ll handle the practical test booking, ensuring a seamless transition to obtaining your UK driving licence.

No matter your level of driving experience, rest assured that LPOD Academy has a course that’s perfect for you. Get in touch with us today to embark on your journey towards driving success!

Navigating the roads around Hartley and its neighbouring villages offers a diverse and valuable learning experience for learner drivers. With its mix of rural lanes, suburban streets, and small settlements, driving in this area provides ample opportunities to practice various skills and techniques.

Starting in Hartley itself, learners will encounter narrow roads, sharp bends, and junctions, ideal for honing fundamental driving skills. Venturing further out into nearby villages like New Barn and Pinden introduces learners to winding country lanes and quiet residential areas, perfect for building confidence and mastering control of the vehicle.

As learners progress, they may explore larger settlements like Longfield Hill and New Ash Green, where they’ll encounter busier roads, roundabouts, and pedestrian crossings. Negotiating these more complex traffic situations prepares learners for the challenges they’ll face on the road after passing their test.

With the guidance of experienced driving instructors, learners in Hartley have the opportunity to familiarise themselves with a variety of road conditions and traffic scenarios, ensuring they’re well-prepared for independent driving. Plus, with the option for home pick-up in surrounding areas, learners can enjoy the convenience of starting their lessons right from their doorstep.

Not From Hartley?

We do intensive driving courses in other areas too! We provide intensive driving lessons Croydon. If you’re based slightly nearer, we also do fast pass driving courses in Chatham & slightly further out in Sidcup too.

Hartley, nestled in the picturesque Sevenoaks district of Kent, exudes charm and tranquility. Situated southwest of Gravesend, this quaint village is home to over 5,000 residents who enjoy its serene ambiance and rich history.

A notable feature of Hartley’s heritage is the esteemed Hartley Country Club cricket section, where sporting triumphs have graced the town’s landscape. With a legacy of success, including the Kent Cricket League Premier Champions titles in 2008, 2011-2013, and 2015, Hartley boasts a proud sporting tradition that continues to thrive.

Whether strolling through its idyllic streets or revelling in its sporting achievements, Hartley offers a delightful blend of community spirit and natural beauty, making it a cherished haven for residents and visitors alike.

A quick overview of Hartley:

County: Kent

Recognised For: Location of Hartley Country Club cricket section where the Kent Cricket League Premier Champions in 2008, 2011-2013, and 2015.

Local Council: Sevenoaks 

Important Roads:

1. B260 (Heading towards Longfield Hill)
2. A20 (Heading towards West Kingsdown)
3. A225 (Heading south towards the A20)

Transport website: Hartley bus timetable

Extra Links:

1. Find Hartley on a map
2. Weather in Hartley
3. Hartley history

In Hartley, there’s no local test centre available for aspiring drivers. Instead, you’ll need to journey to nearby towns like Basildon or Croydon, where test centres await. While these locations may be a distance from Hartley, rest assured that our dedicated driving instructors will accompany you to these centres when it’s time for your practical test.

Our intensive driving courses are meticulously crafted to equip you with the skills and confidence needed to pass your driving test successfully. With tailored instruction and hands-on experience, you’ll emerge as a proficient driver, ready to navigate the roads with ease and assurance.

Hartley does not have its own theory test centre, this will require you to travel to the nearby test centres that would be situated in Chatham. You cannot book a practical until you’ve passed the theory test, that’s why taking a theory test is very important.

With all our driving courses in Hartley, we don’t mind if you have not passed your theory yet. We like to take on learners who have not got their theory as we believe it’s just as important as the practical test.