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Inspire Young Chefs at Your School

School Enrichment
Programmes

Bring the joy of cooking to your students with engaging, hands-on workshops in kitchen safety, teamwork, and cooking & baking from scratch — led by professional chefs.

2K+
Students Taught
✓ DM Approved
✓ KHDA Registered
✓ Ages 4–14
✓ DBS Checked
Dubai Municipality Approved
KHDA Registered
Professional Chef Instructors
All Equipment Provided
Ages 4–14

Partnering with Schools Across Dubai & Sharjah

Écoles Française Internationale Sharjah Dwight 1872 Arcadia School Kings' School
2K+
Students Taught
15+
Partner Schools
4–14
Age Range
100%
Municipality Compliant

What We Offer

Choose the Right Programme

From weekly enrichment to one-day events — each format is designed around your school's needs and timetable.

Flexible
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Single-Day Workshop

A self-contained cooking experience for a full school day or half-day. Perfect for enrichment days, STEAM days, or school events.

📅 One day 👩‍🍳 Up to 30 students ⏱ Half or full day
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Immersive
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School of Dreams

A bespoke multi-week programme where students progress through a structured culinary curriculum, culminating in a final showcase event for parents.

📅 Multi-week 👩‍🍳 Custom group sizes ⏱ Parent showcase finale
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The Curriculum

What Students Learn

Every session is hands-on from the first minute, covering a curriculum that goes far beyond following a recipe.

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Kitchen Safety

Knife skills, hygiene habits, and safe handling of equipment — the foundations every young chef needs.

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Cooking & Baking

From bread and pastry to savoury dishes — students cook real food from scratch with professional techniques.

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Teamwork

Group cooking builds communication, delegation, and collaboration in a fun, low-pressure setting.

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Dining Etiquette

Table manners, presentation skills, and an appreciation for different cuisines and food cultures.

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Led by Professionals

All sessions are led by trained, DBS-checked chefs with experience teaching children of all ages.

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All Materials Included

Ingredients, utensils, aprons and equipment — we arrive fully equipped and leave the space clean.

Why Petits Chefs

What Sets Us Apart

We're not a catering company running activities on the side. This is all we do — and we do it properly.

Real Chefs
Every session is led by a professional chef — not a teaching assistant or activity leader. Your students get the real thing: technique, passion, and expertise at their workstation.
Zero Hassle
We handle everything. Setup, ingredients, equipment, cleanup — your school simply provides the space. No admin burden on your team.
Curriculum-Linked
Programmes are designed to support learning across STEAM, PSHE, and life skills — not just as an extracurricular add-on but as a measurable enrichment activity.
Fully Approved
Dubai Municipality approved, KHDA registered, fully insured — all the compliance credentials your leadership team needs, without having to chase them.
Flexible
We work around your timetable, not the other way around. Whether it's weekly sessions, a one-off enrichment day, or a term-long programme — we adapt to fit.

Getting Started

How It Works

From first contact to first session — a straightforward process designed to make onboarding your school as easy as possible.

1
Enquiry

WhatsApp, call, or fill in the form below. We'll respond same day to understand your school's needs.

2
Programme Design

We propose a tailored programme — format, frequency, age groups, dietary requirements sorted.

3
Delivery

Our chefs arrive fully equipped. Students cook, eat, and leave inspired. You don't lift a finger.

4
Feedback & Review

After every term we share a summary report and gather feedback to keep improving.

Cook · Learn · Grow

Download the Full Programme Guide

Everything your leadership team needs — formats, age groups, compliance credentials, and sample menus.

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Get in Touch

Ready to Bring Petits Chefs to Your School?

Whether you have a question or you're ready to book, we'd love to hear from you.

📞 Call
Speak to Us

Prefer a call? We're available Sunday–Thursday, 9am–5pm.

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📅 Book a Call
Schedule a Meeting

Book a 20-minute discovery call to explore the right fit for your school.

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✉️ Email
Drop Us a Line

For formal enquiries or proposals: info@petitschefsdubai.ae

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Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

We work with children aged 4 to 14. Our lesson plans are adapted by age group — younger students focus on simple, safe techniques with lots of sensory play, while older students tackle more complex recipes and kitchen skills.

Yes — everything. Our chefs arrive with all ingredients, utensils, aprons, and equipment. Your school provides the space; we take care of the rest, including setup and clearing up afterwards.

Our Enrichment Programme accommodates up to 24 students per weekly session. Single-Day Workshops can accommodate up to 30. For larger events or multiple groups, get in touch — we can arrange additional chefs and staggered sessions.

Absolutely. All Petits Chefs instructors are fully vetted, background-checked, and trained in child safeguarding. Our operations are Dubai Municipality approved and we carry full public liability insurance.

Yes. Before any programme begins, we collect full dietary and allergy information from your school. All recipes are adapted accordingly — no child is left out, and we take food safety extremely seriously.

A standard 60-minute session opens with a brief introduction to the recipe and technique, moves into hands-on cooking in small groups, and closes with tasting and a short recap. Students are active from the very first minute.