PlanetSpark

Pros: Seamless experience and good tools. Good content as well suitable for all ages. Curated content for ages

Cons: At times technical.issues, otherwise ok. Backend and support available

Overall: Good. Some things can be streamlined. Teams can offer support when required and create use cases and what ifs.

Pros: 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.

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

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

Pros: 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.

Cons: 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.

Overall: 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.

Pros: 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.

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

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

Pros: 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.

Cons: 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.

Overall: 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.

Pros: Nothing.
Can't even give a single good thing about PlanetSpark.
They are sweet at the beginning once you enrolled everything changes.

Cons: Fake oral promises.
Unfair written conditions.
No refund policy.
If agreed for refund they through the coins after deducting 99% of the money with their own created logics.
Trouble makers by calling to talk same without giving any acceptable resolution.

Overall: Everything that planet spark is giving is a frustrating resolution.

Fake oral promises but unfair written conditions which we they encourage people to accept with sugar coated words.

Once you get to know the poor quality service given there will be no refund policy. Just waste your time sitting in the sessions and continue to pay the EMIs.

They are such a fraud people no mercy on the hard earned money of the poor people. They should be banned without any mercy for looting people's money with fake promises.

Pros: No pro's only con's.
They are masters in cheating parents.
They are expertise in manipulating the content.
Fake commitments.

Cons: Just Fraud. Don't fall for their scams.
Parents please be aware.
We are scammed. I hope others don't fall for them.

Overall: Total fraud.

After the first demo class, they will schedule a video call and they'll force you to take up the classes with discounts applicable only then.

They say that the course syllabus is very flexible and the content can be customized. Its totally wrong. Their committment and promises are fake. Dont trust them.

If you raise the issue initally about the syllabus content being wrong, the teachers will say to continue the classes and it will be rectified later. However they'll scam you later by saying that the money is fully non-refundable because of 5 classes (including practise classes) being completed, and its their policy to not refund anything.

The Academic Coordinator who first calls you and give you their personal contact number for any clarifications in the future, never picks up your phone again, after you pay the fees.

They are totally fake and non-trusted. Please don't fall for their scams.

We have done lots of follow-ups with many people in their company, written emails, yet we finally realized that we were scammed by the master-minds.

We are ashamed to tell that we are fooled by these crooks.

Parents, please don't trust PlanetSpark. They are here only to scam you and cheat you.

Pros: No pros, only cons. "Con" company.

Cons: Worst experience of online public speaking classes, lied about timings, no one gives clarity once joined, refused to give refund even though they said refund policy exists.

Overall: Won't recommend to anyone. Lost my $3000 :(

Pros: No Response from the people. Once we joined they will not care about you. Don't Join in this platform. The worst platform. Just a cheating platform.

Cons: Response from them is very late. We cannot talk to them. If we Want to talk to them we have to raise a ticket or book an assured call back. But they will respond to you.

Overall: Worst experience. I am fighting for the refund now but they are not at all responding. Now, I have to consult lawyer to file a case against them.

Pros: 1. None. When compared to other online tutoring services this India based teaching methods and material is out dated and not suitable to anyone on this Planet.

Cons: 1. Material is out dated.
2. Worst online tutoring service.
3. Youtube videos are better than their portal.
4. Double standards in terms of fee structure. Spend your hard earned money somewhere else unless you want to donate your money to this Junk.

Overall: Class coordinator, Online Tutors are worst and very poor communication. Training material is worst and Teacher just go through the Slides and there is no enthusiasm. Changed tutor twice and took a break hoping to get a good tutor 3rd time. But each and every time worst tutor experience. These guys are worst. I don't know how anyone can give a good rating for PlanetSpark. They are either paid by Planespark or absolutely don't have time to look into what PlanetSpark teaching their kids.

Financial Aspect:
PlanetSpark conveniently hides refund details but their agents
don't mention about this but they promise anytime if classes are not suitable or want to discontinue PlanetSpark will refund for remaining sessions. So paid the full amount $1350 with the contract to repay if not satisfied the class.
Opened numerous tickets and approached them, but no one will respond and ghost you. Scammers, Scammers (Don't know the better word to describe).

Can share my contract and ticket numbers and chat conversations. I'm very disappointed with service and their double standard policies. Don't get fooled by their Facebook posts or online adds.

If you are planning to use PlanetSpark services or thinking of joining their team, you are sabotaging your career or your Childs valuable time.

Pros: N/A.

Cons: I have joined PlanetSpark for public speaking class, after I attended two classes, I felt it would not be good for USA kids and also their curriculum is not updated with the real world. So I decided to withdraw the class and send out the email to proceed the refund process since I was in probation period. I didn’t receive any response from them afterwards. Even the account manager who was my point of contact for the class and customer service are not helping me to refund the money. I have sent couple of emails and multiple follow ups. I don’t receive response for last two months.

Overall: I think, PlanetSpark is not genuine for financial and won’t recommend for any foreign kids.

I can share the proof of my contract email and PlanetSpark's customer complaints ticket #168592.

Pros: 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.

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

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

Pros: Nothing. I am going to lodge criminal case against them for defrauding me.

They are not refunding my money.

Cons: 1. Pressured to pay money immediately.
2. Refund not made even after 4 months of calls and correspondence.
3. Fraud company. Please don't enroll.

Overall: Very very bad. I'm feeling cheated.

Pros: 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.

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

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

Pros: 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.

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

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

Pros: 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.

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

Overall: 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.

Pros: Free demo class. I cannot lengthen more than this. I do not have any thing to write. I thank Saif for a wonderful session.

Cons: Pressurizing to pay and enroll you will not be given any time to think.

Overall: Pressuring to join and pay fees immediately. All fraud. In free trial if we have to face this type imagine after join what would have happened. User if you get a call from Ghunjan don't accept please speak to other counselors. She does not have any courtesy to speak and will never respond after her session is over.

Pros: None, as soon as you pay the fees in full, thats it, you get put in Ignore list. They stop responding and picking up your phone.

Cons: They are very responsive UP UNTIL you have made the payment in full, Looks like a scam.

Overall: I enrolled my son to improve this public speaking skills but just after weeks of the trial period ended and i made the full payment, everything went south. The teacher is not available most of the time resulting in un announces class cancellation. I opened multiple tickets to address this issue and a couple of other issues i was having but the they close the tickets as soon as that are opened without any resolution. No one picks up the phone there is absolutely no one that i can reach out to. I should have seen it coming with these over seas scammers that asked me to pay in FULL.

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

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

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

Pros: No benefits. They are just trying to create a market for parents who are afraid that their kids are not getting enough exposure outside of their curriculum. Their courses are not strong enough.

Cons: They will enroll you and then no correspondence after that. My money is stuck from the last 4 months.

Overall: Very bad experience. They enrolled and after the trial classes ended we stopped the classes and we are yet to get our money back after 4 months of follow ups. The team that sells you will not pick up your phone.