Cooking Camp

Cooking Camp is a fun experience with a focus on numeracy for students who have finished Grade 6, 7 or 8. During this week-long camp, students will learn the basics of cooking and baking in a safe kitchen environment while utilizing numeracy skills in fractions, measurement and conversions.

The camp is taught by a certified Durham Catholic District School Board teacher. The instructor is certified by the Department of Health Safe Food Handling and hold CPR and First Aid certification.

Students will prepare two snacks and a lunch each day, as well as participate in numeracy and experiential learning activities. The focus is on a fun and safe environment filled with learning!

Experiential learning camps "enhance the already rich learning environments of our schools, providing students with alternative ways of engaging in their learning." Through the Experiential Learning Cycle, students will actively participate, reflect and apply their learning. "The development of a reflective mindset gives students the ability to turn every experience into a learning experience." Community- Connected Experiential Learning, Ministry of Education, pages 8 & 9.

Sample Camp Day

A typical camp day will involve:

· 9:00 a.m. Arrival
· 9:05 a.m. Kitchen tools activity/cutting skills
· 9:45 a.m. Snack, veggies and dip
· 10:00 a.m. Cupcake decorating guest visits kitchen
· 11:30 a.m. Lunch - homemade pizza
· 1:00 p.m. Scavenger hunt
· 2:00 p.m. Prepare snack, protein bar
· 2:30 p.m. Depart for home

Details - July 2026

Please note that students can participate in more than one camp but cannot register for the same camp more than once.

Transportation

Parents and guardians are responsible for transportation to and from the camp.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do students need any special knowledge or skills?
No. Students will gain the knowledge and develop and apply the skills during the program.

Will allergies and food sensitivities be taken into consideration?
Yes. All parents must make the teacher aware of any allergies or food sensitivities on the registration form. This will allow staff to pan the menu if allergies are present.

What does my child need to bring to camp?
Students are asked to bring a hat and water bottle to camp each day. Safety in the kitchen is important and students must wear non-slip closed toe shoes.

Is there a cost for this camp?
No. There is no cost for cooking camp.

My child attends another school board.  Can they participate?
No.  This camp is available to DCDSB students only.

Registration - Opens March 25, 2026

There is no cost for this program. Students may participate in more than one camp but cannot register for the same camp more than once. 

Please note that camp enrolment will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis as space is limited. Students will be put on a wait list and notified if the camp is full. Parents/Guardians will receive a confirmation email from Continuing Education if the registration is successful.