Whether your child is a budding young chef or brand new to the kitchen, our Little Chef Cookery Workshops offer a fun, hands-on cooking experience during the school holidays. Children will explore a variety of sweet and savoury dishes, gaining the confidence, creativity, and practical skills to make their own delicious creations at home.
Workshops can be booked for single days or for the full course — perfect for curious cooks who can’t get enough!
What to Expect
Guided by our experienced Food Technology teacher, Mrs Christine Steenekamp, children will learn key kitchen skills including:
· Food preparation and cooking techniques
· Kitchen hygiene and safety
· How to follow recipes
Each day features a fun, themed menu from around the world — children will create and bring home a three course meal for two people.
Between cooking sessions, we take regular breaks and enjoy light-hearted activities such as colouring sheets and foodie quizzes. At the end of the day, every child will proudly take home their creations to share with family and friends.
What’s Included
· 3 course meal per day, with printed recipe sheets to take home
· All ingredients, including dietary substitutions (e.g. gluten or dairy free)
· Aprons provided for use during the session
When & Where
· Tuesday 7th April, Wednesday 8th April, Thursday 9th April & Friday 11th April
· 8.30am to 4pm
· Cranleigh Prep School, Horseshoe Lane, Cranleigh GU6 8QH
Daily Menus
🌍 Our Around-the-World Menu
Day 1 – A Taste of Britain 🇬🇧
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🧀 Cheese & Chive Soda Bread – freshly baked and full of flavour
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🥧 Classic Cottage Pie – a comforting British favourite
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🧁 Victorian Sponge Cupcakes – light, fluffy, and topped just right
Day 2 – A Taste of Italy 🇮🇹
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🍅 Bruschetta – crunchy bread with tasty toppings
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🍕 Homemade Pizza – always a winner with kids!
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🍋 Mini Lemon & Ricotta Tarts – sweet, zingy, and delicious
Day 3 – A Taste of France 🇫🇷
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🥧 Tomato & Herb Tartlets – packed with flavour
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🍝 French-Style Meatballs in Tomato Sauce – comforting and full of goodness
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🍫 Chocolate Profiteroles – a classic treat to finish
Day 4 – A Taste of South Africa 🇿🇦
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🌽 Cheese & Corn Fritters – crispy on the outside, soft inside
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🍛 Bobotie – a gently spiced South African favourite
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🥧 Milk Tarts – creamy, comforting, and much loved
What to Bring
Please send your child with:
- A packed lunch
- A refillable water bottle
- Container for dessert items
Please note:
· Dishes made during the course are to be taken home and not eaten on site.
· We operate a strict no-nut policy to protect children with allergies.
· Mobile phones are not permitted in the kitchen or dining area. If brought, they will be safely stored at the front desk until collection time.
Dietary Needs & Allergies
We can accommodate many dietary needs, such as gluten or dairy intolerance. Please provide details on the booking form, and Mrs Steenekamp will contact you directly to discuss the best way to support your child.
While every care is taken, we cannot guarantee that ingredients have not been handled in an environment where allergens are present.
Children with Additional Needs
We welcome all children to our workshops and aim to provide the best possible experience for everyone. If your child requires additional support, please include details on the booking form so we can ensure suitable arrangements are in place.
Booking & Costs
· £66 + VAT per child, per day
· Book individual days or the full course
· Courses run with a minimum of 8 children per day and a maximum of 14 children. Spaces are allocated on a first come first serve basis and once your booking form has been received, a confirmation email will be sent if your space is confirmed. Payment must be received at the point of confirmation and this will be prior to the course starting.
To secure your child’s place, please complete the online booking form via the link at the top of the page. You’ll also be asked to fill out a medical form and accept the terms and conditions at the time of booking.