What ages can attend?

The class is designed for preschool through 2nd grade (PK - 2nd).

When does the series run?

This fall session runs August 26–October 14 across eight classes.

How much does it cost?

Payment is $365 for the full eight-class series.

What is the allergy policy?

Classes can accommodate nut allergies only; they cannot accommodate egg, gluten, or other allergy types.

Where do classes meet?

Classes meet at St. Cecilia School 635 Marycliff Rd. Dallas, TX 75208.

Little Chefs at St. Cecilia: Fall Cooking Classes for PK

St. Cecilia • PK - 2nd invites young food explorers to a hands-on cooking program in Dallas for a weekly, one-hour introduction to kitchen basics and seasonal baking. CookLearnGrow's Little Chefs Celebrate America's 250 brings fall flavors and safe, structured instruction for preschool through second graders. Over eight sessions (August 26–October 14) students rotate through scaled-down workstations, practice measuring and mixing, and take home small plates of their creations. The classroom is arranged like a compact teaching kitchen: low counters, child-sized utensils, toaster ovens for supervised baking, and labeled ingredient stations. Key features include a prep zone, a demo table for instructor modeling, and an organized cleanup area that reinforces sanitation practices. The course emphasizes seasonal produce—apples, winter squash, and warm spices in the fall—so each week feels fresh and tied to local flavors. Instructors teach knife-safe handling with plastic practice tools, stovetop safety, and teamwork skills that fold into communication and basic math. This is more than a drop-off activity; it is a short skills course. Kids read simple recipes, measure with standard tools, plate, and taste. The structure supports repeat attendance: every session features new recipes so returning students keep discovering techniques without repetition. Classes accommodate nut allergies only; the program cannot accommodate egg, gluten, or other allergy types, so caregivers should plan accordingly. Payment is $365 for the eight-class series and the cancellation policy requires two weeks' written notice before the first session. CookLearnGrow delivers the program at a neighborhood school site, linking culinary learning to community. The St. Cecilia setting is convenient for quick drop-off and pickup, and parents often pair classes with local errands. Instructors weave life skills ('work together,' 'clean up,' 'try new foods') into short, energetic sessions. Practical notes: bring an apron if you have one, wear closed-toe shoes, and tie back long hair. Plan for one-hour sessions each week. Register or ask questions via [email protected] or through the booking link. Drop-off logistics are simple: parents can park on campus for quick transitions; sign-in procedures are monitored by staff. The eight-class bundle encourages steady skill growth and social confidence, and instructors aim to introduce a new culinary term each week. This course is an inviting first step toward a lifetime of curious eating and kitchen independence. Families will notice quick skill progression: basic measuring, safe cooking turns, and simple plating are reinforced each week. Students take home recipes and small tastings to share, building appetite curiosity and confidence. The program meets at St. Cecilia School 635 Marycliff Rd. Dallas, TX 75208, making pickup straightforward for families in the neighborhood and offering a visible, school-centered setting for hands-on early culinary education.