iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%96+56.3Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 97Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.97SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#17 of 57 art classesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 71%
5.0★★★★★45 Google reviews · 24 photos
98%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Miss Chantel's Star Dance Academy five stars based on forty-five reviews, with the owner responding to twenty-nine percent of comments. Customers frequently cite wedding choreography, barre classes, and children's programs as key services, noting the staff's patience, clear communication, and reasonable tuition. Recurring themes include a welcoming atmosphere, clean facilities, and flexible instruction for various skill levels. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all reviews are positive.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 45 reviews (98% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 45 Google reviews (33 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 29% of reviews.
Most recent review: July 9, 2026.
Service: Art Class serving Meriden, Connecticut.
Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.
Score profile vs other art classes
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: satisfaction.
This companyArt Classes median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Miss Chantel's Star Dance Academy: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Miss Chantel's Star Dance Academy: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
98
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Miss Chantel's Star Dance Academy: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Miss Chantel's Star Dance Academy: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Miss Chantel's Star Dance Academy: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 78.–
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Star ratings
45 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars4498%
4 stars12%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 33 written reviews
93%praise
Praise2693%
Complaints27%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price375%
Reasonable125%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
6topics
Would recommend1139%
Staff & attitude1036%
Quality & results311%
Honesty & trust27%
Communication14%
Price & value14%
What customers talk about
We read 33 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I highly recommend Star Dance Academy to anyone looking for a dance studio for their children, or themselves!”
“We cannot recommend Miss Chantel's Star Dance Academy enough for choreographing the perfect first dance.”
“What sets this studio apart is its commitment to developing not only talented dancers, but also confident, kind, and respectful individuals.”
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this amazing experience.”
“We appreciated how friendly and transparent Chantel was during our inquiry process - something we did not experience talking to other studios.”
“They listened to what we were comfortable doing and gave us choices.”
“You’re not going to find another studio with so many class choices at such a reasonable tuition rate anywhere else in the area.”
People customers mention
Mike3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Miss Chantel's Star Dance Academy for 4 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
NNicole5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
If there is one thing you do to prepare for your wedding it should be dance lessons with Ms. Chantel.
Our first dance was something we were nervous about while planning our wedding. We are not big dancers and do not enjoy the spotlight. We thought taking dance lessons would make us look a little less awkward but it…
Great pricePrivate lessons
DDupee4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
Star Dance Academy has become more than just a dance studio for our family; it has become a second home to us. Miss. Chantel and her staff are absolutely amazing. The teachers take their time with each child and helps them to their full potential! We love Star Dance Academy!
Great pricePrivate lessonsBeginner's classesYouth classes
LLindsey5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
Star Dance Academy truly offers something for everyone. Miss Chantel and Miss Qusie are exceptional instructors whose passion and dedication shine through in everything they do! From the moment you walk through the doors, every member of the staff makes you feel welcomed, valued, and part of the Star Dance family.…
Reasonable priceBeginner's classesYouth classes
ZZach4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
SDA provides high-quality dance instruction in an inviting and nurturing environment. Additionally, we would not have chosen anyone but Chantel to choreograph our first dance. Chantel is talented, experienced, professional, flexible and patient. She adapted movement to our (poor) abilities and always made sure we…
Great priceChoreography classes
LLauren8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Truly a dancing school for anyone and EVERYONE! What I admire about Chantel the best is her willingness to teach anyone at any skill level. She also has so many amazing programs for children & outstanding summer camps!!!
Her passion and dedication to her craft truly shines through in everything she does— I can’t…
JJessica10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
I contacted Miss Chantel regarding a mother/son dance. We are NOT dancers and are very introverted. She and her staff were remarkable. They listened to what we were comfortable doing and gave us choices. Miss Chantel is extremely talented and very skilled in teaching non-dancers. The time that I was able to spend…
If there is one thing you do to prepare for your wedding it should be dance lessons with Ms. Chantel.
Our first dance was something we were nervous about while planning our wedding. We are not big dancers and do not enjoy the spotlight. We thought taking dance lessons would make us look a little less awkward but it was so much more than that!
Dance lessons made us actually look forward to our first dance. We were excited to show all our friends and family what we learned.
Ms. Chantel and Mike were so great and encouraging and our dance showcased some great picture moments. I cannot reccomend this more! You won’t regret it.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Private lessons
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Dupee Family4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Dupee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Star Dance Academy has become more than just a dance studio for our family; it has become a second home to us. Miss. Chantel and her staff are absolutely amazing. The teachers take their time with each child and helps them to their full potential! We love Star Dance Academy!
Star Dance Academy truly offers something for everyone. Miss Chantel and Miss Qusie are exceptional instructors whose passion and dedication shine through in everything they do! From the moment you walk through the doors, every member of the staff makes you feel welcomed, valued, and part of the Star Dance family.
What sets this studio apart is its commitment to developing not only talented dancers, but also confident, kind, and respectful individuals. The instructors consistently encourage each dancer to strive for excellence while fostering a strong sense of community, teamwork, and compassion. Star Dance Academy is a positive, supportive environment where dancers of all ages can grow both on and off the dance floor.
I highly recommend Star Dance Academy to anyone looking for a dance studio for their children, or themselves!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Beginner's classes, Youth classes
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Sydney and AntonioLocal Guide · 9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sydney has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
THANK YOU CHANTEL AND MIKE! We were so thrilled with our decision to go with Miss Chantel’s Star Dance Academy for our wedding dance lessons. We appreciated how friendly and transparent Chantel was during our inquiry process - something we did not experience talking to other studios. We had very little previous dance experience but Chantel and Mike came very prepared for each lesson, and made the choreography SO easy for us to pick up. It was so helpful to have 2 instructors so we could each follow along. Some of the dip and twirl techniques they taught us helped during our photography moves as well, and ended up with some of our favorite shots of the night!
We could not have ever imagined all the more advanced moves we ended up in our dance after just 4 lessons. This was NOT just simple stand and swaying, and everyone was SO impressed with the final product at our wedding.
This was some of the most fun we had during the entire wedding planning process, as each lesson became a date night, and were so happy to have made some friends along the way :) If you’re looking to do a choreographed dance for your wedding, do not hesitate to book Chantel!!
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Zach Martowski4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Zach has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
SDA provides high-quality dance instruction in an inviting and nurturing environment. Additionally, we would not have chosen anyone but Chantel to choreograph our first dance. Chantel is talented, experienced, professional, flexible and patient. She adapted movement to our (poor) abilities and always made sure we were comfortable. Having both Chantel and Michael/Qusie during rehearsals was a huge benefit, as it allowed us to each follow one specific instructor. Lesson times flew by and after just 3 rehearsals, we were ready to go! The audience absolutely loved the dance! We cannot recommend Chantel and her team enough. Thank you SDA!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Choreography classes
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Lauren Schiffer8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Lauren has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Truly a dancing school for anyone and EVERYONE! What I admire about Chantel the best is her willingness to teach anyone at any skill level. She also has so many amazing programs for children & outstanding summer camps!!!
Her passion and dedication to her craft truly shines through in everything she does— I can’t recommend her, her staff, and her studio enough!!!
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Jennifer Buonanni3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jennifer has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I contacted Miss Chantel regarding a mother/son dance. We are NOT dancers and are very introverted. She and her staff were remarkable. They listened to what we were comfortable doing and gave us choices. Miss Chantel is extremely talented and very skilled in teaching non-dancers. The time that I was able to spend with my son was super special and I loved every second of it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this amazing experience. 💜
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Laura Biscoglio2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Laura has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Chantel choreographed the most perfect and fun dance for me and my husband! We had the best time learning and dancing with both Chantel and Mike. They made us feel confident and really catered the dance to our abilities. In only three dance classes, we knew our entire dance and by the fourth class we were pro! There are not enough words to describe how grateful we are for their hard work and support as we got close to the wedding. We cannot recommend Miss Chantel's Star Dance Academy enough for choreographing the perfect first dance. We also can't wait to be bringing our future kids to the studio!!
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Olivia Costa8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Olivia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
If you're on the fence at all about getting dance lessons for your wedding don't hesitate to reach out to Chantel! My now husband and I are both horrendous dancers with two left feet and no rhythm but you would have never known for our first dance! She was extremely positive, encouraging, and energetic for all of our practices. Even when we took 100 tries to get it quite right, there was never any judgement. Her patience and cheeriness make each lesson enjoyable and by the end we were dancing with confidence! Could not recommend any one else more!
