Business Details
11 Years
experience
Driving Lessons in Sheerness, Kent
Alert School of Motoring has been delivering professional driving instruction since 2015. Owned and operated by Mark Kingsnorth, a Grade A Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with over 30 years of driving experience, we specialise in providing high-quality driving lessons across Kent. Our instructors hold the highest DVSA grading, ensuring pupils receive expert tuition focused on safety and real-world driving skills. We serve Sheerness, Queenbrough, Minster, Leysdown, Sittingbourne, and surrounding areas. Our approach combines extensive road knowledge with patient teaching methods, preparing learners to drive confidently post-test.With a commitment to excellence, we prioritise pupil safety and practical competence over mere test-passing techniques. Our services include theory preparation, Pass Plus courses, and tailored lessons for nervous drivers. As a DVSA-registered school, we maintain strict standards of instruction and professionalism. We actively advocate for transparency in instructor grading, ensuring learners understand the value of Grade A expertise. Contact us today to begin your journey towards becoming a safe, skilled driver.
Services
Driving Lessons
Pass Plus Courses
Theory Test Preparation
Nervous Driver Tuition
Show Me Tell Me Training
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We employ DVSA Grade A instructors, achieved by only 24.3% of UK ADIs
- Owner has over 30 years of driving experience including articulated vehicle expertise
- Specialise in teaching real-world driving skills for long-term safety
- Cover 12+ locations across Kent including Sheerness and Sittingbourne
- Advocate for transparency in instructor grading standards
Associations and certifications
- DVSA Grade A Approved Driving Instructor
What people say
Patient teaching methods
Excellent at calming nerves
Focus on real-world skills
Highly recommend
Second to none patience
Services
Driving Lessons
Professional driving instruction delivered by DVSA Grade A instructors across Kent. Lessons focus on developing safe, confident drivers through structured, patient teaching methods. Covers all aspects of road safety and practical driving skills for both test preparation and post-test competence.
Pass Plus Courses
Post-test driving courses designed to build confidence in challenging driving conditions. Includes motorway, night driving, and adverse weather training. Helps new drivers develop essential skills for complex road situations while potentially reducing insurance premiums.
Theory Test Preparation
Comprehensive theory test tuition covering hazard perception and multiple-choice questions. Uses DVSA-approved materials and practical demonstrations to help learners understand road safety principles and prepare effectively for the official test.
Nervous Driver Tuition
Specialised lessons for anxious learners using gentle, supportive teaching techniques. Focuses on gradual skill development and confidence building in controlled environments before progressing to busier roads and complex driving scenarios.
Show Me Tell Me Training
Practical instruction on vehicle safety checks required during driving tests. Teaches essential maintenance knowledge including fluid levels, tyre safety, and emergency procedures to ensure drivers understand basic car maintenance and safety requirements.
People
Mark Kingsnorth
Owner/Chief Instructor
With over 30 years driving experience, Mark qualified as a Grade 6 ADI in 2010 and achieved Grade A status in 2016. He specialises in teaching safe driving habits and has extensive knowledge of UK road systems from years of professional driving.
Questions
What areas do you cover for driving lessons?
We provide driving instruction across Sheerness, Queenbrough, Minster, Leysdown, Iwade, Sittingbourne, Teynham, Oare, Faversham, Herne Bay, Maidstone, Rainham, Gillingham, and Rochester.
What makes Grade A instructors different?
Grade A instructors represent the top 24.3% of UK driving instructors, having demonstrated superior teaching ability during DVSA assessments. This ensures higher quality instruction compared to standard instructors.
Do you offer lessons for nervous drivers?
Yes, we specialise in teaching nervous drivers using gradual, supportive methods. Our patient approach helps build confidence while maintaining focus on safety and skill development.
What's included in Pass Plus courses?
Our Pass Plus courses cover motorway driving, night driving, and adverse weather conditions. This advanced training helps new drivers gain experience in challenging situations while potentially reducing insurance costs.
How do you prepare students for theory tests?
We use DVSA-approved materials combined with practical demonstrations to teach hazard perception and multiple-choice question techniques. Lessons focus on understanding road safety principles rather than just memorising answers.
What experience does the instructor have?
Mark Kingsnorth, our chief instructor, has over 30 years driving experience including articulated vehicles. He's been a qualified ADI since 2010 with Grade A status since 2016, demonstrating ongoing excellence in driving instruction.
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