Cooking Camps for Kids
(Ages 5–12)
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Hands-on kids cooking camps that build confidence, creativity, and real life skills. Available in Oakville, Mississauga, and across the GTA.
Perfect for kids who:
- Love cooking or want to learn
- Prefer hands-on activities over screens
- Thrive in small, supportive groups
- Enjoy creative, skill-based camps beyond sports
Available Programs:
- March Break cooking camp
- Summer cooking camps
- Winter Holiday cooking camps
- Year-round kids (and teen) cooking classes
Choose Your Season
Year-round cooking programs designed for every school break.
Selling Fast
March Break Kids Camp
"Baking at the Beach" theme! Kids enjoy a full week of hands-on cooking, confidence-building challenges, and creative food projects.
Registration Open
Summer Kids Cooking Camps
Weekly themes like Magic, Travel, and STEM. Full-day hands-on cooking fun where kids build skills they can use year after year.
Coming Soon
Winter Holiday Kids Camp
Cozy comfort foods, gingerbread engineering, and festive fun! The perfect way to spend the winter break learning skills that last a lifetime.
Convenient Locations Across the GTA
We host camps in safe, accredited community venues in Mississauga and Oakville. Specific locations vary by week to bring cooking fun closer to more families.
Mississauga
Centrally located venues with easy highway access.
Serving: Port Credit, Streetsville, Heartland & more.Oakville
Spacious facilities perfect for active campers.
Serving: Dundas, Trafalgar, Lakeshore & more.We host in trusted community spaces:
Summer Camp Is Filling Fast
Summer camp registration is already well underway, and many families have secured their spots early. With our second pricing tier nearly full, now is the best time to choose your week before availability becomes limited.
What does a day at camp look like?
A structured, fun-filled journey that balances learning with play.
Arrival & Prep
Warm welcome, aprons on, hygiene check, and ingredient prep.
Cook & Eat
Kids cook their own lunch from scratch and eat together family-style.
Science & Fun
Food experiments, active games, and creative snack challenges.
Clean & Reflect
Kitchen cleanup, recipe review, and pickup with a smile.
Why Parents Choose COOKSMART
We don’t just teach recipes. We create safe, engaging environments where confidence grows.
Small Group Sizes
With trained instructors for personal attention, ensuring no child gets lost in the crowd.
Safety First
Age-appropriate tools, strict supervision, and 100% nut-free environments.
Skill Progression
A curriculum that grows with them. Skills they learn today build the foundation for tomorrow.
Trusted by Families
Over 28,000 happy campers across the GTA have discovered their love for cooking with us.
Skills That Compound Over a Lifetime
We aren't just teaching recipes. We're raising capable adults. The confidence to chop, sauté, and season today becomes the independence to feed themselves tomorrow.
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Better Health & Cognition
When they head off to university, they won't rely on processed snacks - they'll know how to fuel their brains for success.
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Financial Independence
Cooking at home is a superpower for young adults managing budgets. They'll save thousands by knowing how to cook.
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Creative Confidence
The ability to open a fridge and 'make something from nothing' builds resilience that applies to all areas of life.
The Smart Parent's Planning Roadmap
Follow this visual timeline to guarantee your child's spot, lock in Early Bird pricing, and avoid the "Sold Out" stress. Click the image to view details.
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Kids ages 5–12 for March break & summer camp. Teen Camps are 12+
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Each session includes hands-on cooking activities, food safety lessons, and opportunities for kids to taste and share what they’ve made. Camps also mix in fun themes, games, and teamwork challenges.
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Children learn essential kitchen skills (like measuring, chopping, and following recipes), nutrition basics, and teamwork — all while building confidence and independence.
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Yes! Kids enjoy the dishes they prepare in class. For longer programs, we recommend sending a water bottle and nut-free snacks from home.
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Safety is at the heart of every class. Kids are introduced to tools at age-appropriate levels, instructors provide close supervision, and we review safe cooking practices at every session.
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Yes, where possible we group siblings or friends together. Just let us know during registration.
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We occasionally offer sibling discounts or promotions. Contact us directly to learn about current offers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan Your Year
(Without the Stress)
Choosing camp shouldn’t feel rushed. The COOKSMART 2026 Camp Guide helps families compare weeks, understand skill progression, and plan March Break, Summer, and Winter Holiday camps.
All seasons in one view
Step-by-step timeline
See how they grow
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