NDIS Classes

Discover our programs and start your culinary journey today

Program Structure

The Culinary School programs are generally delivered ten-week terms. Our current program is being offered as a six-week term, with each week featuring a new product, technique and opportunity to develop practical skills. Program duration, recipes and learning activities may vary between terms, allowing returning participants to continue building their abilities while experiencing new menus and challenges.

Term 1

17th August-24th September 2026 ($900)

Term 2

12th October-17th October ($1500)

Class frequency

Once per week

Class time

10:30 am to 12:30 pm

Delivery environment

A supportive, practical Culinary kitchen setting

CERTIFICATE

Participants will receive a The Culinary School Certificate of Completion after successfully completing each six-week term.

Building Capacity Through Practical Learning

The Culinary School NDIS Program is designed to support capacity building through meaningful, hands-on activities. Baking provides participants with opportunities to strengthen their existing abilities, develop new skills and work towards individual goals relating to daily living, independence, communication, confidence and community participation. Through each class, participants can work towards developing:

Independent living and food preparation skills

Organisation and time-management skills

Confidence in following routines

Problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination

Numeracy, literacy and recipe comprehension

Concentration and task completion

Safe and responsible kitchen practices

Creativity and self-expression

Confidence in trying new experiences

Our chefs provide clear, step-by-step guidance while adapting activities to suit different abilities, learning styles and support needs. Participants are encouraged to build on their skills each week, take on greater responsibility and recognise their own progress and achievements.

Participants will work alongside others in a welcoming and inclusive kitchen environment, creating opportunities to practise communication, teamwork and positive social interaction.

By sharing responsibilities, asking for assistance, supporting others and celebrating achievements together, participants can build confidence and feel part of a supportive community.

Our group environment can help participants develop:

Communication and listening skills
Cooperation and teamwork
Confidence when interacting with others
Respect for shared spaces and responsibilities
A greater sense of inclusion and belonging

More Than Just Baking

The Culinary program is about much more than following a recipe. Each class has been thoughtfully designed to encourage learning through practical experience. Participants are supported to understand each stage of the baking process, make choices, solve problems, complete tasks and take pride in the products they create.