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After-School Care
A yellow bus in the mornings and for pick-up, a hot meal at 2:30 and a snack at 4:00 cooked on site, and supervised homework every day. Open to public-school students too.
After-School Programs, Clubs & Tutoring.
After-school care with a yellow bus and hot meals, weekly clubs, chess, music, and tutoring and test prep from preschool through college. Small groups or one-on-one, on-site at our center or remote.
Free diagnostic test. Every student starts with one, so we know exactly where to begin.
Five Programs, One Center.
Tap a program for the details, or ask us about a spot. We’ll call you back.
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Enrichment Clubs
Art, STEM, math, theater, yoga and more, every week of the school year. Clubs run alongside the after-school program.
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Academic Tutoring
Math, English, science, languages and test prep from preschool through college. Groups of 6–10 or one-on-one, on-site or remote, starting with a free diagnostic test.
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Chess School
From the fundamentals to advanced tactics, opening theory, endgames and tournament preparation. Students build strategic thinking, concentration and patience.
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Music School
Piano, voice, music theory and solfege with conservatory-trained teachers, beginner to professional. Open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
18years tutoring in Brooklyn
2,000+students prepared
92%accepted into the program of their choice
6–10students per group, at most
76programs and courses
What We Teach.
Pick a subject to see every course and its prices. One-on-one lessons are also available.
How It Works.
Free Diagnostic
Every student starts with a diagnostic test and a short game-and-interview session, so the teacher learns how your child learns and where the gaps are.
A Plan and a Setting
We suggest a course of study, then you choose the room: a small group of 6–10 or one-on-one, on-site at our center or remote, weekdays or weekends.
Lessons That Stick
Each class comes with supplemental material, visual aids and hands-on games, taught by a teacher certified in that subject.
Homework in 24 Hours
Homework arrives within a day of every lesson, and tutors are reachable before and after class by phone or email.
Our students report improvement within the first month.
On-Site or Remote, in the Same Class.
Students at our center sit around one table. Students who can’t come in join the same lesson live on the classroom screen, with the same teacher and the same material.
- Groups of 6–10, or one-on-one
- Join from home, live
- Weekday and weekend classes
Test Preparation for Every Stage.
From kindergarten gifted & talented tests to the MCAT. Small groups or one-on-one, on-site or remote.
Elementary School
Gifted & talented placement
Middle School
Private and specialized high schools
High School
College admissions and diplomas
College & Beyond
Graduate school and English
Prices are per hour. A “from” price is the small-group rate (one-on-one costs more); the rest are one-on-one rates.
Academic Tutoring Center by NY Smart Start
A Brooklyn tutoring center, on-site or remote, for students from preschool through college. Small groups, certified teachers, and a plan for every student built from a diagnostic test.
- We have been tutoring for 18 years
- We have prepared more than 2,000 students
- Every teacher is certified in the subject they teach
- Lessons on-site at our center or remote
- NY Smart Start is a recognized testing center, so some tests can be taken right here
Teachers Certified in What They Teach.
Every teacher holds a certification or license in their subject. Most of them have been with us for years.
Meet the team
Nicky Yakhyaeva
Head Teacher
Heidi Bedrossian
Head Teacher
Ilya Agarunov
Math Specialist
Mirey Agarunova
ELA Specialist
Shukhrat Yakhyaev
Science & Social Studies
Alexandra Shynder
Russian Language & Literature
Victoria Maslov
Music
Marina Fabrikan
Art & Design
Lana
Tutor
Clear Prices.
Here are our most common rates. Every program page lists its own rates, and full details are in the 2026–27 registration packet.
Tuition & lesson policies- Small-group tutoring (6–10 students), most subjects
- from $50 / hour
- One-on-one tutoring, most subjects
- from $75 / hour
- SAT prep, one-on-one
- $100 / hour
- SHSAT crash course, group, 5 days, 9am–1pm
- $550 / week
- Regents crash course, group, March–June
- $799 total
- Piano, private, 30 minutes
- from $35 / lesson
Get Advice on Prices and Class Schedules
Every student starts with a free diagnostic test. Tell us about your child and we’ll call you back to set it up.
Hours
- Mon–Fri8am – 7pm
- Saturday9am – 4pm
- Sunday9am – 3pm
Questions Parents Ask
Anything else? Call (347) 374-4946 or email info.bse23@gmail.com.
01What certifications do your teachers have?
Every teacher holds a certification and/or license in the subject they teach.
02What are your results?
Our success rate is 92%: on average, 9 out of 10 students are accepted into the program of their choice. Our SHSAT program has a 95% success rate in admissions to top NYC schools.
03Are remote classes available?
Yes. Every program runs on-site at our Brooklyn center or remote, and you can mix both.
04How many students have you prepared?
We have been tutoring for 18 years and have prepared more than 2,000 students.
05Can my child sit the actual test at your center?
For some tests, yes. NY Smart Start is a recognized testing center, so students can take several of the listed tests on our premises.
06How much notice do I need to cancel a lesson?
At least 24 hours (48 hours for the Music Program). With the required notice you can book up to two make-up sessions a month, within two weeks of the missed lesson.
07How do I withdraw from a program?
Send written notice at least 30 days before the withdrawal date. Full terms are in the 2026–2027 registration packet.