Business Details
13 Years
experience
Award-Winning Tutoring in NYC
Founded in 2013, FTKNY has established itself as a premier educational enrichment provider in New York City. Our mission is to unlock every child's innate potential through personalized learning programs that combine intellectual stimulation, creative growth, and holistic development. With locations in Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Manhattan, we serve families seeking academic excellence through our award-winning tutoring, test preparation, and early childhood education programs. Our team of dedicated educators brings decades of combined experience in child development and academic instruction, creating tailored learning plans that address each student's unique needs.We maintain strong partnerships with parents to ensure consistent progress monitoring and open communication throughout the learning journey. Our proprietary curriculum integrates STE(A)M principles with foundational academic skills, preparing students for success in gifted programs, specialized high schools, and beyond. Through our structured two-hour weekly sessions and summer enrichment programs, we've helped thousands of students achieve measurable improvements in standardized testing and classroom performance. Our commitment to quality education is reflected in our 10+ year track record of satisfied families and proven academic outcomes.
Services
Math Tutoring
English Tutoring
Test Preparation
Preschool Programs
Summer Camps
Homework Help
Homeschool Support
SHSAT Prep
TACHS Prep
G&T Testing
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized learning plans tailored to each child's academic needs
- Our team includes award-winning educators with 10+ years of local experience
- Proven track record preparing students for Ivy League and specialized high schools
- Convenient locations across Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Manhattan
- Free assessments to identify learning strengths and areas for growth
What people say
Award-winning educators
Personalized learning plans
Proven test results
Engaging preschool programs
Experienced staff
Services
Math Tutoring
Our math tutoring program builds foundational and advanced skills through personalized instruction. Certified educators use diagnostic assessments to create customized learning plans addressing individual needs. Students receive targeted support for school curriculum reinforcement, standardized test preparation, and grade-level advancement. The program emphasizes conceptual understanding over rote memorization, developing problem-solving skills that transfer across academic disciplines. With small class sizes and one-on-one options available, students gain confidence in mathematical reasoning while improving classroom performance.
Test Preparation
Specialized test preparation courses target key admissions exams including SHSAT, TACHS, and Gifted & Talented assessments. Our curriculum combines content mastery with strategic test-taking techniques developed through 15+ years of experience. Students receive practice materials mirroring actual exam formats and participate in simulated testing environments. Instructors focus on time management, question analysis, and confidence-building while maintaining comprehensive coverage of required academic standards. Proven results include multiple students gaining acceptance to specialized high schools and gifted programs annually.
Preschool Programs
Our STE(A)M-focused preschool programs serve children aged 2-4 through interactive, play-based learning. The curriculum develops foundational academic skills while nurturing creativity and social-emotional growth. Certified educators implement structured activities that promote early literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking. The program emphasizes gradual separation techniques to ease school transitions and maintains a 3:1 student-instructor ratio for personalized attention. Through music, movement, and hands-on exploration, children develop essential pre-academic skills while building confidence and communication abilities in a supportive environment.
Summer Camps
Award-winning summer camps blend educational enrichment with recreational activities for children aged 2-14. Weekly themes explore STE(A)M careers through hands-on experiments, robotics, and creative projects. The program maintains academic continuity while preventing summer learning loss through structured learning stations and expert instruction. Extended care options accommodate working families while daily physical activities promote healthy development. Campers engage in collaborative projects that reinforce teamwork and problem-solving skills, creating an immersive learning experience that combines fun with academic growth.
Homework Help
Structured homework assistance provides targeted support for school assignments and skill reinforcement. Small group settings allow personalized attention from experienced educators who help students master challenging concepts. The program emphasizes independent learning strategies while addressing knowledge gaps that may hinder academic progress. Tutors work collaboratively with classroom teachers to align support with curriculum objectives. Regular progress updates keep parents informed about their child's development while building students' confidence through successful completion of academic tasks.
People
Franco Verdino
Founder & Center Director
With over 20 years in education, Franco established FTKNY in 2013 after recognizing the need for quality enrichment programs. He personally oversees staff development and curriculum implementation across all locations. His leadership has grown the center into a multi-award-winning institution known for academic excellence.
Michelle
Lead Preschool Teacher
Certified early childhood educator with 12 years of experience, Michelle specializes in engaging young learners through innovative teaching methods. Parents consistently praise her ability to create nurturing classroom environments that foster both academic and social development for preschool students.
Maria
Math Specialist
Experienced math tutor with expertise in curriculum development for grades K-12. Maria focuses on building conceptual understanding while preparing students for standardized assessments. Her students regularly achieve significant score improvements in both classroom performance and entrance exams.
Nancy
Literacy Coordinator
Reading specialist with a master's degree in education, Nancy develops customized literacy programs that address individual learning needs. She works with students struggling with reading comprehension and writing skills, implementing evidence-based strategies that produce measurable progress.
Questions
What makes FTKNY different from private tutors?
We offer structured curriculum with progress tracking, not just homework help. Our program develops foundational skills that enable long-term academic independence.
How do you determine which program suits my child?
We provide free assessments to identify learning strengths and areas needing improvement, then create customized education plans based on individual needs.
What age groups do you serve?
We offer programs for children aged 2-14, including preschool enrichment, K-8 tutoring, and high school test preparation services.
Do you offer flexible scheduling options?
Classes are available after school and on weekends at all locations. Summer camps operate during regular business hours with extended care options.
How do you handle student progress monitoring?
We provide regular progress reports and maintain open communication with parents. Instructors adjust learning plans based on ongoing assessment results.
What qualifications do your instructors have?
All staff members are certified educators with specialized training in their subject areas and extensive experience working with NYC students.
Reviews (6)
Irina K.
Feb 22, 2019
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My 3.5 year old loves the experiences and what she is learning! Staff is very attentive, accommodating to kids, and keep them excited. Highly recommend!
Anna D.
Dec 20, 2018
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Thank you to Veronica, Inna and Yana for all of your help. My kids learned so much through your patience, kindness and ability to motivate them. They thrived at school and looked forward to coming to the sessions each week. Thank you very much. We will miss our weekly sessions.
Lena G.
Aug 24, 2016
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Amazing place with wonderful teachers. Our daughter strived and flourished here. Their program is very fun and my child couldn't wait to go back to each lesson. Both the teacher, Iryna and the director, Veronica were great at providing feedback and responsive to all messages and requests. Highly recommend this program to all who are considering day classes either instead of or in preparation for daycare.
Melissa B.
May 23, 2016
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My son has really thrived here! Great staff and his instructor Ryan is the best. My son loves coming every week. His confidence in reading has grown so much. I am so happy to have found this place for him!
A. M. M.
Jan 03, 2016
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I can honestly say fast trac is truly a great place children to learn. Our daughter was excited every day to attend. Mr. Ryan was her teacher and he was exceptional! As well as the other educators in her class. My daughter was enrolled during the summer, end of June - early Aug 2015. My daughter was always a bit more advanced than her age group but I must say they really kept her focused because of all the wonderful activities they taught. She was enthusiastic every day. My only complaint is the class was 2 hrs a day and we would bring our daughter and watch her threw threw the large screen for
J. C.
Jul 01, 2015
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Love this place. Love love the summer camp. Highly recommend all programs! Tried them all! My son has been here since he was 4. He is now 7. He has gone to their summer camp in 2014 and loved it. Going again this year. He took the Fastrackids 2-year program and loved it. He then went on to the science program which is great because they do a lot of interesting and hands-on activities and experiments. We always talk about what he did this week in Fastrack; it gets him so curious and excited. The teachers are nice and friendly. He started with their G&T prep course which was recommended by a
