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Is PlanetSpark Worth It?” — Here’s What Surprised Me the Most

 

When I first heard about PlanetSpark, my reaction was simple — “Another online class? Not again.”

As a parent, I’ve seen too many platforms promise the world: fluent English, perfect communication, and confidence overnight.
So when someone suggested PlanetSpark, I smiled politely and said, “Sounds good, but let’s be honest — is it really worth it?”

Today, a few months later, I can say this confidently — yes, it is worth it. But not for the reasons I initially thought.

Because what surprised me the most wasn’t just how much my daughter learned — it was how much she changed.

🧠 My Initial Doubts (And Probably Yours Too)

Let’s be real — most of us parents share the same worries when it comes to online learning:

  • “Will my child actually pay attention?”

  • “How can a screen build confidence?”

  • “Isn’t public speaking something they should learn in school?”

  • “She’s too young for this… will it even help?”

These were all the questions running through my head when I first checked out PlanetSpark.

My daughter was 6 at the time — bright, playful, but painfully shy. She’d talk endlessly at home, but in school or family gatherings, she’d go completely silent.

If the teacher asked her something, she’d look down.
If relatives praised her, she’d hide behind me.

I wasn’t worried about her academics — she was doing fine there.
But I knew deep down that confidence is what shapes everything else.

Still, I wasn’t sure an online class could help with something so emotional and human.

💻 The Day I Took the Demo

After weeks of “maybe later,” I finally booked the demo class.
Honestly, I expected my daughter to sit quietly and refuse to participate.

But within ten minutes, I saw something shift.

The mentor didn’t sound like a “teacher.” She was warm, funny, and patient.
She didn’t ask my daughter to repeat lines — she started a conversation.

“Hey, what’s your favorite toy?” she asked.

My daughter mumbled, “Doll…”

The mentor smiled and said, “Lovely! What’s her name?”

That’s all it took.
In a few minutes, my daughter was describing her doll — how she changes her clothes, how she sleeps next to her every night.

I sat there quietly, watching her talk. No fear, no hesitation.
For the first time, she was speaking freely in front of someone new.

And when the class ended, she said something I’ll never forget:

“Mumma, I liked this class. Can I do it again?”

That one line erased most of my doubts.

🌱 The First Few Weeks — From Shy to Sparkling

We enrolled her, deciding to “try it for a month.”

Honestly, I was still skeptical — I thought the excitement would fade after a few sessions.
But it didn’t.

Every day after class, she’d come running to me:

“Mumma, I told a story today!”
“Mumma, I spoke about my favorite animal!”
“Mumma, teacher said I spoke so well!”

Slowly, her voice grew stronger.
She started speaking to relatives on video calls. She ordered food at restaurants (something she’d never done before).
And when her school announced a storytelling competition, she raised her hand — on her own.

That’s when I realized — this wasn’t just an online class.
It was a confidence lab.

🧑‍🏫 What Makes PlanetSpark Worth It

Over time, I understood why PlanetSpark works so well.
It’s not about English lessons — it’s about empowering kids to express themselves.

Here’s what genuinely impressed me:

1️⃣ Personalized Attention

The classes are small or one-on-one, so no child gets left behind. Even the quietest kids get space to talk.

2️⃣ Mentors Who Understand Emotions

PlanetSpark mentors don’t just teach; they connect.
My daughter’s mentor once told her, “It’s okay to pause. Even speakers need a breath.” That kindness built trust.

3️⃣ Learning That Feels Like Play

The sessions are full of storytelling, games, fun debates, and speaking challenges. My daughter never feels like she’s “studying.” She feels like she’s playing — and learning naturally.

4️⃣ Confidence First, Grammar Later

They focus on speaking before perfecting. Because real communication is about courage, not commas.

5️⃣ Real Progress Tracking

As a parent, I get updates on her growth — from body language and tone to vocabulary and clarity. It’s so satisfying to see the visible improvement.

💬 When Her Teacher Noticed the Difference

A few months later, during her school PTM, her teacher said,

“She’s become so confident! She speaks up in class and even helped her classmates during practice.”

I smiled because I knew what had changed — she had found her voice.

Before PlanetSpark, she would hide behind her classmates during group performances.
Now, she stood proudly in front.

In her last show-and-tell, she spoke about “My Family” — clearly, confidently, and with hand gestures!

The teacher said she was one of the few who didn’t need a cue.

That, to me, is worth more than any certificate or prize.

💭 What Surprised Me the Most

I thought PlanetSpark would just help her “speak better.”
But it ended up changing so much more.

Here’s what really surprised me:

  • She started thinking independently.
    When you speak more, you start forming opinions. She now discusses her thoughts about cartoons, school, and friends — in English!

  • She became more emotionally confident.
    She doesn’t panic when something doesn’t go her way. She expresses instead of shutting down.

  • Her listening skills improved.
    Public speaking isn’t just about talking; it’s about listening, understanding, and responding. I see that growth in her now.

  • She actually loves learning.
    Earlier, getting her to sit for any class was a task. Now, she reminds me of her PlanetSpark timings!

🌟 What I Tell Other Parents

When friends ask me, “Is PlanetSpark really worth it?”, I tell them the truth —

It’s worth it if you want your child to believe in themselves.

Because here’s the thing: English can be learned anywhere. But confidence can’t.
And PlanetSpark teaches confidence in the most natural, child-friendly way possible.

If your child hesitates to speak, avoids stage time, or hides behind you in social settings — please don’t wait.
Confidence, just like any other skill, needs time and guidance to grow.

🏁 My Honest Takeaway

I joined PlanetSpark hoping my child would speak more.
Today, she doesn’t just speak — she leads.

She’s the first to volunteer in school. She tells stories at family gatherings. She even records little “YouTube-style” videos at home, introducing herself and sharing facts!

So, is PlanetSpark worth it?
Absolutely.

Not because it’s an online class.
Not because it’s convenient.
But because it helps your child unlock something far more important than grades — their confidence, voice, and self-belief.

And that, for a parent, is priceless. 💛

 

No matter what type of learner your child is, PlanetSpark helps set your child up for success by providing online classes with a curriculum that's designed to develop essential skills to make your child future-ready.

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No matter what type of learner your child is, PlanetSpark helps set your child up for success by providing online classes with a curriculum that's designed to develop essential skills to make your child future-ready.

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No matter what type of learner your child is, PlanetSpark helps set your child up for success by providing online classes with a curriculum that's designed to develop essential skills to make your child future-ready.

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