PlanetSpark Reviews

Summary: Not recommended at all. Accents of the teachers are poor. Better to teach the kids at home and not to waste money on such platform.

Positive: I have been following up for refund as I was not satisfied with the way the teacher was teaching. I had my feedback shared in PTM but that was not taken care of. Sales team had promised a refund without question but seems that was a false promise.

Negative: Copy of Pros! I only found negative reviews of them. Teachers English speaking is poor. They are following a syllabus and just reading out to student. Those things are impractical.

Summary: Not worth it. My unsolicited advice. Do not put your child in the rat race. Help them develop skills in more practical ways. The Problem with this type of education is that it is not so different from the schools. All we are doing is speed up their learning rathe focussing on what should they be learning.

PlanetSpark overall is highly not recommended. You have been warned!

Positive: Exceptional sales team who will promise heavens. Exceptional customer success team who do not understand that it is all about long term relationships. Teachers are good and keep children engaged but unfortunately have fixed curriculum and even with 1:1 classes you are going to find it hard that planet spark teaching framework is flexible. Every child is unique and if they were to be taught as everyone else then what is the difference between sending them to school and private institutions.

Negative: PlanetSpark sells the package based on a lot of promises and one of the promises is that they will refund your money ( no questions asked). Please be really careful if you decided to pull the plug. I am chasing them for the last 2 and half months following up regularly. No one is taking any action. All the sales, a customer success team, escalation team know this.

Summary: There are other services you should avail anything other than PlanetSpark!! My kid is happily learning at a different place!

Positive: Seriously none! None none absolutely none! So now you know how desperate these folks are. Very unprofessional. Never have I dealt with folks like this before.

Negative: I won’t get in much details but the initial contact representative have bounced me back several times so unprofessional! I think they should teach their reps and then teach other. I have asked to not contact me like 20 times! Seems like they won’t budge.

Summary: Overall it has been fun till now. The appreciation I get and the fulfillment financially is very satisfying.

Positive: I have been teaching in planet spark since January this year and till now it has been an amazing journey. I got good promotions and can easily earn a handsome amount according the time and effort I dedicate towards work. Its very flexible and less stressful.

Negative: There is nothing particular that i don't like. Just that there must be a certain fixed basic pay.

Summary: I usually don’t write reviews this long, but this one is coming from a place of honesty, personal experience, and, most importantly, as a parent who genuinely wanted to help his child adapt and grow in a completely new environment. This is for those parents who are currently confused, frustrated, or hopeful about online classes like PlanetSpark. Please read this till the end if you're seriously considering it.

Let me start from the beginning.

Background – Why We Chose PlanetSpark

I am originally from Varanasi. A proud two-tier city, where life is a bit slower, values are traditional, and exposure is limited compared to metro cities. My son was born in Varanasi, did his initial schooling there, and everything was going well. But then I got transferred to Noida, and obviously, we all moved together.

Now here’s where the problem started.

We admitted our son into Vishwa Bharati Public School in Noida. A well-known school with good faculty and infrastructure. But as expected, the environment was fast-paced. Kids were smart, outspoken, competitive—and my son, who was already shy, became even more reserved. He started feeling left out. He barely spoke in class and would come back home quiet. As a parent, it was heartbreaking to see that transformation.

That’s when I started looking for ways to help him gain confidence.

Discovering PlanetSpark

One evening while scrolling through Instagram, I saw an ad from PlanetSpark. “Build Public Speaking Skills in Kids” — it said. That line caught my eye.

I filled in my details out of curiosity, not commitment. The next day, a counselor from PlanetSpark called. They spoke nicely and scheduled a free demo class with a teacher named Mrs. Sharmila Nahate.

The Demo Experience

We were all seated in front of the laptop. My son was super nervous. He barely spoke in the class, and at one point, he almost cried because he couldn’t read something out loud. But I noticed something else. Mrs. Sharmila was patient. She didn’t scold him or push him unnecessarily. She kept encouraging and made the session lighthearted.

After the session ended, I asked my son if he wanted to continue. His answer was a straight "No." Honestly, I expected that. But something in me told me that this program could help.

I discussed with my wife, and we decided to take a small course – a trial pack kind of thing – just to see how it goes. We thought: “At least he doesn’t have to go anywhere. If he opens up even a little, it’s worth it.”

The First Few Sessions – Not Impressive

The first 5-6 classes didn’t go well. He stayed quiet. No energy. No excitement. It felt like I was dragging him to the laptop.

So I messaged the teacher directly. I told her I was thinking of discontinuing because my child was clearly not interested.

That’s when Sharmila Mam replied with confidence: “Sir, give me a few more classes. Let me try my way. Your child will enjoy, I promise.”

The Turning Point

From the 7th session, the teacher completely changed her method. She started using real-life examples, stories, and fun games. She began with small speaking exercises like “Tell me what you did today, ” or “If you were a superhero, what power would you want?”

Suddenly, my son started smiling during sessions. Then, he started opening up. By the 17th class, he looked forward to them! That day, he told me, “Papa, aaj Sharmila mam ne mujhe hero banaya.” That one sentence made me feel like we had made the right choice.

He began telling us what he learned after every class. He started using English words more confidently. One day during a family gathering, he narrated a short story confidently in front of everyone. That was our moment of happiness. Everyone was shocked!

Honest Feedback for Other Parents

Here are some real, practical insights for parents like us:


Key Moments I’ll Never Forget:

The first time he introduced himself in English in school assembly.

When he asked me to buy a notebook just for creative writing practice.

When his school teacher praised his improved vocabulary.

My Final Verdict(After 8 Months)

If you are a parent like me—coming from a smaller city, trying to give your child the confidence to match with metro kids—PlanetSpark can be a great platform. But only if you:

Stay patient in the first few weeks.

Don’t expect overnight results.

Allow the child to build a bond with the teacher.

Talk to the teacher regularly.

Give space for your child to enjoy the learning.

My Rating: 4 out of 5

I’m not giving 5 stars because of the price and a few glitches, but I’m happy. My son, who once hesitated to even speak to neighbors, now participates in group storytelling sessions online. He’s more expressive, more confident, and more curious.

To PlanetSpark and especially to Sharmila Mam – thank you. You’ve put a spark in my child’s life(pun intended). And to fellow parents – take the first step. Give it time. You’ll thank yourself later.

Positive: Experienced Teachers

In our case, Sharmila Mam was brilliant. She understood our child’s personality and adjusted her teaching style. And yes, you can ask for a teacher change if needed.

Gradual But Sure Improvement

Don’t expect magic in 2-3 sessions. This is not school tutoring—it’s a skill-building process. Give it time. For us, it took 15-17 sessions before visible results.

Interactive Learning Tools

The LMS(Learning Management System) has various activities like SparkX, quizzes, games, etc. My son loves SparkX challenges and even competes to be on top of the leaderboard.

Practice Classes

These are like group classes where kids from different cities join in. My son made friends from Hyderabad and Mumbai! They do fun activities like storytelling debates even after the class, etc.

Support Team Response

We raised a ticket once when there was a login issue (Ticket No. 287643), and they called back the next day. That showed me that they do care.

Negative: Initial Sessions Can Be Dull

The first 5-6 classes may feel slow. Some kids(like mine) take time to adapt.

A Bit Expensive

Yes, the course is slightly on the higher side, especially if you go for long-term plans. But it depends on how you value communication skills.

Technical Glitches

Sometimes the LMS has bugs, and the voice or video doesn’t work properly. But the support team usually fixes it within a day or two.

Curriculum Can Improve

I feel some topics are too repetitive. More variety in creative writing topics would be great.

Summary: Overall everything is good I enjoyed using this platform, don't have any sort of complaints regarding it.

Positive: Excellent platform for teachers like me, who want to balance their life responsibilities and also at the same time get the job satisfaction of imparting learning. Feel privileged to be a teacher especially when I see the transformation in my students and get kudos from the parents.

Negative: Nothing as such just the content quality can be better.

Summary: Very good, definitely recommend, great for children if they are scared of speaking in public or something.

Positive: Nice for children of age 4-12. Boosts confidence of children. My son is 7 years and he speaks very fluently. I would recommend for parents to enroll their child in this as English is very important nowadays.

Negative: Nothing as such everything is great. Teachers are very good.

Summary: Overall it is a good experience, my child is loving the classes and getting better at speaking English.

Positive: I have a 7 year old son Aryan. We took the course for him 1 month ago, he has attended 10 classes so far and he is very invested. The activities given by teachers are very interactive. Aryan’s teacher is Ms Ritu she is very nice and very fluent in English.

Negative: The content quality can be improved. The classes are interactive and everything is good so far.

Summary: Deepanjali is very happy and we felt that PlanetSpark not only helps in public speaking, but also helps in building confidence, now our daughter is participating in every school activity as well.

Positive: We have enrolled with PlanetSpark 2 months ago and the teacher, Ms Shivani Singh is very helpful, our daughter Deepanjali, is very comfortable with the teacher and enjoy her classes. We have taken 20 classes so far, and till now we are not facing any problem.

Negative: The curriculum should be offline too. We are not finding any problem so far.

Summary: My son Kriyansh had a very good experience. He never used to talk in English in public. Now, he takes part in competitions.

Positive: - excellent teacher
- great curriculum
- practice classes are helpful
- lots of features like sparkX, blog etc

Negative: - no app - it would have been good to have an app where i could see my child's classes
- only chat support is there

Summary: My experience is superb, all the students are very happy after getting an opportunity to learn with PlanetSpark.

Positive: Its a great platform for students to learn and write more creatively. I have been working with PlanetSpark as a teacher for more than 3 years and it's always been a very pleasant experience for me.

Negative: Its very creative and can be much more interactive.

Summary: With 3.5 years of experience at PlanetSpark, my approach to teaching has undergone a significant transformation. Just like any regular teacher I too used to focus on delivering content and notes. But once I joined PS i understood that I should emphasize fostering the overall development of students' communication skills and personalities. This shift has been instrumental in refining my teaching methods and approach. The supportive team environment, extensive exposure, and ample career growth opportunities have played a pivotal role in my professional journey. The 1:1 class format enables me to build strong, personal connections with students, assess their unique learning needs, and provide targeted support to enhance their individual strengths.

While the role is largely rewarding, it does require an adaptability to meet each child’s specific needs and a readiness to step outside one’s comfort zone. Additionally, managing expectations with certain parents can be challenging, as some may have more rigid or less flexible requirements. However, with patience and a proactive approach to understanding their concerns, these challenges offer opportunities for deeper collaboration and growth. Overall, this experience has been profoundly fulfilling, contributing to both my personal and professional development.

Positive: Working as a Public Speaking and Creative Writing Coach here has been an immensely rewarding and transformative experience. The supportive team culture, combined with extensive exposure to diverse learning environments and strong career growth opportunities, has played a vital role in shaping my professional journey. The 1:1 class structure allows me to build meaningful personal connections with students, understand their unique learning styles, and nurture their individual strengths with a focused and customized approach. This environment not only fosters student success but also enables continuous personal and professional growth as an educator.

Negative: My journey with PS has been a highly enriching experience. However, it does come with its set of challenges. Coaches are expected to adapt to each child’s unique needs and often step outside their comfort zones to ensure effective learning. Additionally, while some parents can be demanding and less flexible, it is essential to remain patient and attentively cater to their needs, always striving to understand and align with their expectations.

Summary: I have had a delightful experience with PlanetSpark. They helped my daughter get rid of her inhibitions. I could see visible changes in her attitude when facing a group of people or when expressing her mind out! With their individual programs they made sure to foster to her specific needs and also advanced according to her learning speed. Also, the team was always supportive for any assistance required from their end. Kudos team PlanetSpark. Highly recommended parents!

Positive: *innovatively designed curriculum
*Learner paced
*Learner centric
*Friendly facilitators
*Approachable staff

Negative: So far i have never experienced any cons in this platform. They are delivering their product well.

Summary: I would recommend PlanetSpark to other parents as well. Now, it’s been 10 months and I am a proud parent as I can see my child speaking like a leader and ready to debate anytime.

Positive: I enrolled my kid in month of June’22 for Public speaking classes. Teacher was well qualified and she was able to generate confidence in my kid. Now, it’s been 10 months and I am a proud parent as I can see my child speaking like a leader and ready to debate anytime.

Negative: None as of now. Have enrolled my kid for almost a year now. There are one off instances of the customer care being not available/unresponsive but that got resolved quickly.

Summary: Overall, experience is good. My child is engaged and learning new things. Teacher has established a good rapport with my child and he is enjoying every bit of it. There is always an option to hold classes whenever we are going for any vacation or exams have started.

Positive: I am a father to a 11 year child and enrolled him into PlanetSpark last year.
Pros-
-1:1 sessions which works as a confidence booster.
-Teachers are well trained and qualified.
-Improvements can be seen in terms of modules that they cover.
-Flexible timings.

Negative: None. I am a satisfied parent and would recommend PlanetSpark to other parents as well.