Cooking classes for kids and teens

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Explore your love of food and the culinary arts in cooking classes for kids! Kids learn to prepare basic and advanced meals while meeting new friends in courses listed here. Below, find our list of specialized cooking programs, followed by a list of programs where culinary activities are integrated into the curriculum. At the bottom of this page, find further information on what to expect from cooking programs and classes. Read more

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	Info	Cost	Ages	Relevance	Locations
Empower Learning Centre Meet them at the Camp Expo on Feb. 10Join our summer camps at Empower Learning Centre! Engage in fun activities, develop new skills, and make lasting memories. Limited spots available. Register now! Mississauga Traditional (multi activity) Ages 2 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp from $110	daycampcoed	110	2-18	1	MississaugaOntario
Kidz Kare Inc. Exciting weekly themed camps offered throughout the year at our downtown Toronto facility which include engaging programs and delicious home cooked meals and snacks! Harbourfront, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp from $200	daycampcoed	200	4-12	16	Harbourfront, TorontoOnlineOntarioDowntown
Idea Labs Kids Richmond Hill Build build critical-thinking skills through FUN, hands-on enrichment, and after school classes, camps, birthday experiences, and workshops. AWESEOME inquiry-based STEAM programs! Richmond Hill Education: STEM Ages 4 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp, Program, PA Day from $25	daycampprogramclasspadaycoed	25	4-12	20	Richmond HillOnlineOntario
Idea Labs Kids Pickering & Whitby A STEAM (STEM + Arts) summer camp and before and after-school care provider that offers variety of classes, including coding, cooking, game design, robotics and virtual reality for children ages 4-13. Pickering; Whitby Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 13 (Coed) Day Camp from $285	daycampcoed	285	4-13	24	PickeringWhitbyOntario
Little Kitchen Academy - Surrey A Montessori-inspired cooking academy offering camps, workshops and weekly classes. Come in and see your child grow with joy, mindfulness and independence. Richmond; Surrey Arts: Cooking Ages 3 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp, Program, Virtual Program from $210	daycampprogramclassvirtualprogramcoed	210	3-18	27	RichmondSurreyBritish Columbia
COOKSMART Get the kids cooking and learning more life skills! Our program has both virtual and in-person options! The kids are loving cooking together to make tasty foods for their family. Mississauga Arts: Cooking Ages 5 to 99 (Coed) Day Camp, Program, Virtual Program from $15	daycampprogramclassvirtualprogramcoed	15	5-99	34	MississaugaOnlineOntario
Little Kitchen Academy - Oakville South The first-of-its-kind Montessori-inspired cooking academy for kids ages three through teen focused on providing a safe, inspiring and empowering space for children to identify, develop and refine their senses. Oakville Arts: Cooking Ages 3 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp, Program from $295	daycampprogramclasscoed	295	3-18	35	OakvilleOntario
Radiant Girls All Girls Wellness & Leadership camp/programs led by professional coaches, chefs & teachers. Featuring Cooking, Adventure, Creative Arts, Horses, Spa and Self Care, Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Emotional Inteligence! Burlington; Midland Traditional (multi activity) Ages 7 to 16 ( Girls) Overnight Camp, Virtual Program, Day Camp from $179	overnightcampvirtualprogramdaycampallgirls	179	7-16	38	BurlingtonMidlandOnlineOntario
York University; Science Engagement An interactive and hands-on STEM experience for youth in grade 3-12. Online and in-person programs available year-round: online STEM Clubs, March Camp, and Summer Camps. Spark Lab for high school students. Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, Toronto; Sentinel Park, Toronto Education: STEM Ages 8 to 18 (Coed, Girls) Day Camp from $150	daycampcoedallgirls	150	8-18	41	Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, TorontoSentinel Park, TorontoOnlineOntarioNorth-York

Programs offering cooking as an activity

	Info	Cost	Ages	Relevance	Locations
JUMP! Inspire. Empower. Engage. Through adventurous activities, we challenge youth to step outside their comfort zone and develop interpersonal and leadership skills. JUMP runs transformational programs around the world! 100 Mile House Traditional (multi activity) Ages 9 to 18 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $500	overnightcampcoed	500	9-18	2	100 Mile HouseBritish Columbia
InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Big Clear Lake Circle Square Ranch is a life changing Christian summer camp for youth 6-16. We offer a wide range of activities including horseback riding, water activities and climbing. Your summer adventure with friends starts here! Hamilton; Huntsville; Land O' Lakes Tourist Region; Western Lanark County Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $660	overnightcampcoed	660	6-16	3	HamiltonHuntsvilleLand O' Lakes Tourist RegionWestern Lanark CountyOntario
Lakefield College School Summer Programs Meet them at the Camp Expo on Feb. 10Transformative experiences learning in and through the outdoors—academic, athletic, for credit or enrichment. Spend every day outdoors on the water, in the forest, or at our farm—learn, have fun and stretch yourself. Lakefield Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 18 (Coed) Virtual Program from $330	virtualprogramcoed	330	6-18	4	LakefieldOnlineOntario
Camp IAWAH Eastern Ontario Summer Camp, nestled on the shores of Wolfe Lake 15 minutes from Westport. Activities at IAWAH include leadership building, archery tag, canoeing, cake decorating, programming and turf sports. Westport Traditional (multi activity) Ages 7 to 18 (Coed, Girls, Boys) Overnight Camp from $399	overnightcampcoedallgirlsallboys	399	7-18	5	WestportOntario
Camp Nominingue An English boys' camp in Quebec, Nominingue offers the ultimate outdoor experience: living in a tent with the opportunity of going on wilderness canoe trips. It is the place where your summer adventure begins! Mont-Tremblant Traditional (multi activity) Ages 7 to 16 ( Boys) Overnight Camp from $975	overnightcampallboys	975	7-16	6	Mont-TremblantOnlineQuebec
TAC - Sports, Aquatics and Education Meet them at the Camp Expo on Feb. 10TAC Sports, TAC Aquatics and Lifetime Skills Academy (LSA) specialize in sports, swim and S.T.E.M programming. Ages 4-16, Co-ed. Year round Camps, Lessons, Academy and House Leagues across the GTA! Grow, Learn, Lead! Throughout Ontario (8) Sport (multi) Ages 3.5 to 16 (Coed) Day Camp from $250	daycampcoed	250	3.5-16	7	Bridle Path, TorontoLytton Park, TorontoRichview, TorontoAuroraThornhillWhitbyWoodbridgeOntarioEtobicoke, North-York, Uptown
Canadian Contemporary School of Art A contemporary art school that teaches skills and methods to inspire artistic expression for all ages. We offer painting, fashion design, filmmaking, animation, sculpting, architecture and more! Leaside, Toronto Arts: Visual Arts (multi) Ages 1 to 17 (Coed) Program from $40	programclasscoed	40	1-17	8	Leaside, TorontoOntarioEast-York
Kandalore Kandalore is one of the finest overnight camps in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. For over 75 years, Kandalore has given campers the chance to get to know and be themselves. Leslieville, Toronto; Minden Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $3,595	overnightcampcoed	3595	6-16	9	Leslieville, TorontoMindenOntarioEast-End
Glen Bernard Camp A traditional overnight summer camp for girls offering wilderness adventure, sailing, swimming and lifesaving, arts and many other activities! Huntsville Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 16 ( Girls) Overnight Camp from $420	overnightcampallgirls	420	4-16	10	HuntsvilleOntario
Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre We offer In-Person & Online all year round programs led by expert native teachers. Le Petit Écolier is located in Oakville. Learn to Love and Speak French at LPE! Brampton; Hamilton; Oakville Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 17 (Coed) Day Camp from $120	daycampcoed	120	4-17	11	BramptonHamiltonOakvilleOntario
BLI Canada Learn English or French at a specialized language school. Programs and camps for local and international kids and teens in Montreal and Quebec City. Online virtual classes also available. Montreal; Quebec City Education: Language Instruction Ages 6 to 17 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $300	daycampovernightcampcoed	300	6-17	12	MontrealQuebec CityQuebec
Camp Can-Aqua A traditional camp with diverse programming & exceptional instruction, we believe in teaching kids compromise, patience & empathy. Through thoughtful & individualized programming, our campers thrive here. Haliburton Highlands; Oakville; Ottawa Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 17 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $2,950	overnightcampcoed	2950	5-17	13	Haliburton HighlandsOakvilleOttawaOnlineOntario
Camp Frenda Meet them at the Camp Expo on Feb. 10Summer camp in the heart of Muskoka. Very reasonable rates. Activities include horseback riding, rock climbing, water skiing, rocketry, archery, and many others. Port Carling Traditional (multi activity) Ages 8 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $725	overnightcampcoed	725	8-16	14	Port CarlingOntario
Heritage Park Send your kids on an adventure like no other at Canada’s Largest Living History Museum. They'll go back in time to experience the life of a pioneer child and discover the fun and history of the west! Calgary Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 15 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $315	daycampovernightcampcoed	315	6-15	15	CalgaryAlberta
Prestige School Summer Programme A day camp with weekly themes that incorporate adventurous outings, artistic creations, scientific experiments, and much more. Newtonbrook, Toronto; Willowdale, Toronto; Richmond Hill Traditional (multi activity) Ages 3 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp from $400	daycampcoed	400	3-12	17	Newtonbrook, TorontoWillowdale, TorontoRichmond HillOntarioNorth-York
Oxford Learning High Park Oxford means a personalized learning experience for your child. Veriety of programs for the students of all ages. Learning takes a fun turn. Our students are excited to learn! Bloor West Village, Toronto; High Park, Toronto Education (multi) Ages 4 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp from $100	daycampcoed	100	4-12	18	Bloor West Village, TorontoHigh Park, TorontoOnlineOntarioWest-End
CASMA Toronto High quality instruction in sport, art, music and more! Special guest speakers. All Ministry of Health health and safety measures in place. Our small group summer camp was sold out and we had zero Covid-19 cases. Bridle Path, Toronto; Lawrence Heights, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 16 (Coed) Day Camp from $200	daycampcoed	200	4-16	19	Bridle Path, TorontoLawrence Heights, TorontoOnlineOntarioNorth-York
Jeanette's Cakes Our camps are fun, creative and educational. Campers work with professional equipment like, kitchen aid mixers, turn tables, induction cook tops and specialized cake decorating equipment, etc. Oakville Arts: Baking/Decorating Ages 6 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp from $50	daycampcoed	50	6-18	21	OakvilleOnlineOntario
Art Academy at Art-Kitect Art-Kitect is an award winning art studio that offers multi-activity day camps that incorporates art, mindfulness, play, current events and animals! Danforth Village, Toronto Arts: Visual Arts (multi) Ages 4 to 11 (Coed) Day Camp from $300	daycampcoed	300	4-11	22	Danforth Village, TorontoOntarioEast-End
YMCA Wanakita A co-ed camp offering Overnight Kids Camp, Day Camp and year-round Family Camps. We offer leadership development, a wide range of activities, tripping, a sense of belonging and fun. Come have the time of your life! Haliburton Highlands Traditional (multi activity) Ages 7 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $940	overnightcampcoed	940	7-16	23	Haliburton HighlandsOntario
Beaches Sandbox Beaches Sandbox is a vibrant community centre in the heart of The Beach in Toronto, welcoming people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to come together and take part in fun and creative programs and day camps. The Beach, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 1 to 10 (Coed) Day Camp from $25	daycampcoed	25	1-10	25	The Beach, TorontoOntarioEast-End
Shadow Lake Centre A summer camp for children, youth, and adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Accessible activities that include sports, swimming, arts and crafts, and lots of music. Whitchurch - Stouffville Traditional (multi activity) Ages 9 to 65 (Coed) Day Camp, Virtual Program from $1,900	daycampvirtualprogramcoed	1900	9-65	26	Whitchurch - StouffvilleOnlineOntario
Engineering for Kids- Mississauga Camps and after-school classes offering a variety of STEM activities in various fields of engineering including aerospace, mechanical, electrical, environmental, robotics, chemical and more. Mississauga Education: STEAM Ages 4 to 14 (Coed) Program from $90	programclasscoed	90	4-14	28	MississaugaOntario
Easter Seal Summer Camp Easter Seals camps are for children and adults (6-49) with physical and cognitive disabilities. With fully accessible facilities and specially trained staff, our programs can accommodate campers with all abilities. Kelowna; Shawnigan Lake; Squamish Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 49 (Coed) Overnight Camp, Virtual Program from $1	overnightcampvirtualprogramcoed	1	6-49	29	KelownaShawnigan LakeSquamishOnlineBritish Columbia
Camp Cherith - Lanark A co-ed, interdenominational, skills-based Christian camp that promotes discovering Christ within the context of His creation and develops young leaders. Ottawa Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 19 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $139	daycampovernightcampcoed	139	4-19	30	OttawaOntario
Kinark Outdoor Centre A central Ontario summer camp for families and children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The KOC is located in Minden, Ontario. Situated on 600 hectares of land nestled in the forest along the shores of Grey Lake. Minden Traditional (multi activity) Ages 1 to 21 (Coed) Virtual Program from $1	virtualprogramcoed	1	1-21	31	MindenOnlineOntario
Block 8 Academy Camps, classes and preschool that are Active, Creative, and a Mix of Indoor and Outdoor! From lake days to art/drama classes, abacus math to music - we have a balanced curriculum that keeps the kids engaged. Port Moody Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp from $50	daycampcoed	50	5-12	32	Port MoodyOnlineBritish Columbia
Belle Wood Equestrian A traditional summer camp combined with all elements of Horses from horseback riding, leadership skills, fun & games, arts & crafts and so much more! Don't miss out at Belle Wood this summer Pickering Sport: Horseback Riding/Equestrian Ages 8 to 15 (Coed) Day Camp from $645	daycampcoed	645	8-15	33	PickeringOnlineOntario
Campfire Circle Campfire Circle brings healing through happiness to kids and families affected by childhood cancer or serious illness through our in-hospital, community, and overnight camp programs, at no cost to families. Downtown West, Toronto; Parry Sound; Southern Niagara Region Traditional (multi activity) Ages 1 to 18 (Coed) Overnight Camp Cost Varies	overnightcampcoed	0	1-18	36	Downtown West, TorontoParry SoundSouthern Niagara RegionOntarioDowntown
Camp Awakening Overnight summer camp and leadership programs for youth with physical disabilities providing an accessible cabin, a wide range of adapted outdoor activities, and a safe, welcoming environment. 3 locations across Ontario. Minden; Sharbot Lake; Throughout Ontario Traditional (multi activity) Ages 8 to 29 (Coed, Girls, Boys) Virtual Program from $750	virtualprogramcoedallgirlsallboys	750	8-29	37	MindenSharbot LakeThroughout OntarioOnlineOntario
Scouts Canada Scouting isn't an activity or setting—it's a discovery. It helps youth prepare for the real world, by exploring the world. Alongside friends, Scouts cultivate skills that will guide them through every stage of life. Throughout Alberta, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Ontario (8) Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 26 (Coed) Program from $230	programclasscoed	230	5-26	39	Willowdale, TorontoCalgaryEdmontonHalifaxLondonMississaugaOttawaVancouverAlberta, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, OntarioNorth-York
Hive5 Child Learning and Creative Center S.T.E.A.M stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. STEAM is critical to the future success of the young generation as the most core concept of future jobs are rooted in the 5 skills of STEAM education. Newmarket Education: STEAM Ages 4 to 15 (Coed) Day Camp, Program from $70	daycampprogramclasscoed	70	4-15	40	NewmarketOntario
Mayfair Clubs Mayfair Clubs offers a wide variety of Sports Day Camps at all of our locations for ages 2-17. We specialize in tennis & squash programming but also offer swimming, multi-sport and even camps for young toddlers. Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, Toronto; Leslieville, Toronto; Markham Traditional (multi activity) Ages 2 to 16 (Coed) Day Camp from $70	daycampcoed	70	2-16	42	Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, TorontoLeslieville, TorontoMarkhamOnlineOntarioEast-End, North-York

What do kids learn in cooking classes?

Kids’ cooking classes have one goal: to inspire a passion for food in students. To do so, children prepare various breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals. Children also explore different cuisines of the world by preparing dishes from countries around the world. Kids learn basic cooking skills including how to read a recipe, how to use utensils properly, as well as different cutting and cooking techniques.

Kitchen safety is one of the first lessons in culinary classes, as kids frequently work with sharp tools and hot appliances. Fortunately, trained chefs teaching courses listed above will educate children on safe cooking practices and supervise all lessons, to reduce risk of injury.

While programs focus on teaching young children cooking basics, there are also advanced, preparatory courses for high school students. In all classes, children learn about nutrition and healthy eating by sourcing fresh ingredients and making healthy substitutions as they cook. Prices for cooking programs vary. At one end of the spectrum, classes cost $150 to $200, while more intensive courses ideal for aspiring chefs and culinary artists sit above $1,000.

Choosing the right cooking program

Aspiring chefs have a choice between general cooking classes and academic cooking classes. General cooking classes are less intensive. However, children learn all beginner skills necessary to get them started on a career in the culinary arts.

Academic culinary classes prepare high school students for admission into culinary schools. In these classes, teens learn advanced culinary skills and how to prepare professional dishes and entrees. Kitchen hygiene is emphasized more in these classes as well, as kids prepare themselves to break into the culinary business. In fact, business activities such as menu planning, recipe testing, and creating restaurant proposals are often integrated into these classes.

Why enroll in cooking programs?

Kids discover a new form of creative expression through the culinary arts. Here are some things these programs offer:

Promotion of healthy living. Kids learn how to choose the best ingredients for their body in class. As they learn about new ingredients and dishes, kids implement healthy meal plans into their everyday diet.
Increases intercultural awareness. Culinary classes explore cuisines from Europe, Asia, and more. Kids learn about various cooking traditions and use of ingredients, increasing their intercultural and global awareness.
Practice math and science concepts. Children must multiply and divide measurements, as well as substitute ingredients into recipes. Cooking integrates practical application of fractions and chemistry, respectively, just as an example.
Develop independence. As kids grow older, cooking is a healthy and necessary skill to have. Learning to prepare fun, nutritious meals prepares them for adulthood and living independently.