Kids who love Junior MasterChef (or just love eating what they make!) will have a ball at Perth’s kid-friendly cooking classes and hands-on food experiences. From pasta-making and international cuisine to cupcake decorating and baking parties, these options are a fun way to build confidence in the kitchen—plus they’re a great school-holiday (or birthday party) idea.
See our big guide to kids cooking schools in Perth
Pasta in the Valley
For a fun and quick hands-on activity, the Mini Chef experience at Pasta in the Valley is a must-visit in the Swan Valley. Available Monday to Sunday from 9am – 11am and again from 2pm – 4pm, this activity takes about 10-15 minutes and does not require a booking. For just $10 per child, little chefs receive 250g of fresh pasta to feed through the machines to create their own fettuccini or spaghetti, which they then get to take home to cook and eat.
Read the Buggybuddys review of Pasta in the Valley here.
Address: 2931 W Swan Rd, Caversham
Website: https://pastainthevalley.com.au
The Cooking Professor
The Cooking Professor runs a great mix of hands-on kids-only classes (ages 6–12) and youth workshops (ages 10–16), plus Parent & Child sessions that turn a cooking class into proper quality time. Kids can join “Kids in the Kitchen” style sessions (typically 10am–12pm) with rotating menus, while older tweens/teens can step it up with themed youth workshops like Mexican, hand-made Italian pasta, and Japanese sushi rolls. If you’d rather cook alongside your child, there are dedicated Parent & Child workshops (must book per pair) including sushi, dumplings, cupcakes, pasta, pizza and more—ideal for a shared experience (and you go home with skills you’ll actually use).
Address: 267 Scarborough Beach Road, Mount Hawthorn
Website: The Cooking Professor – Kids Cooking Classes (sections: ages 6–12, ages 10–16, Parent & Child)
The Little Italian School, Tuart Hill
For a birthday with a difference, why not have a pasta party? At the Little Italian School, kids will learn to make their very own deliciously fresh pasta! During the pasta masterclass, kids will learn how to create authentic tagliatelle, then cook and eat it together, along with Italian nibbles. You can even BYO cake to enjoy for dessert.
Find The Little Italian School in Tuart Hill, Perth.
More info at https://www.thelittleitalianschool.com.au/
Salt And Company, West Perth
Salt & Company’s kids classes are designed to celebrate the excitement of cultural cooking while helping children build real kitchen confidence (and learn a little about where food comes from too). Their sessions are aimed at ages 8–13, run for around 3 hours, and suit a range of experience levels. Current options include an Italian kids class where children make a two-course menu featuring homemade potato gnocchi with sausage and leek ragù, plus a sweet finish of panna cotta, as well as a French kids class where they create a three-course menu including Gruyère and herb tartlets, poulet à la Breton, and lemon raspberry financiers.
Address: Warehouse 1, 239 Fitzgerald Street, West Perth
Website: Kids Cooking Class – Italian and Kids Cooking Class – French
Kids Kitchen (Mama + Mini Nutrition)
If you’ve got a budding chef at home, Kids Kitchen by Mama + Mini Nutrition is a hands-on, confidence-building way for kids to get stuck into cooking (and actually enjoy it). Classes are curated by a Dietitian, with a focus on balanced nutrition while still keeping things fun and creative. They offer school holiday cooking classes in Perth (ideal for ages 6–12), plus co-curricular school programs and incursions, and even cooking-themed birthday parties—so there are options whether you’re after a one-off experience or something more regular.
Address: Perth (locations vary by program/venue—check the website for session details)
Website: Mama + Mini Nutrition – Kids Kitchen
Shikisai Japanese Cooking Classes
For children who want to learn a completely different cuisine, Shikisai offers after-school and holiday classes where they can learn to make sushi rolls, bento boxes, and other tasty Japanese treats. They also offer sushi-themed birthday parties that can be held in the comfort of your own home.
Address: 255 Corinthian Road, Riverton
Website: https://shikisaicooking.com.au/classes/kids-and-family-japanese-cooking-class/
Bubble Bakes Perth
Bubble Bakes Perth offers unique baking classes specifically designed for toddlers, allowing them to experience the joy of baking without the mess in your own home. These sessions are a great way to introduce the very youngest chefs to the kitchen through sensory play and simple mixing activities.
Address: Piara Waters / Willetton (Check socials for current session locations)
Website: https://www.facebook.com/bubblebakesperth/
Tanya’s Cakes
Tanya’s Cakes is the perfect destination for young bakers who want to learn the art of sweets from a professional. During her school holiday workshops, kids learn how to bake cake pops or cupcakes from scratch before getting creative with decorations to make their individual treats truly unique.
Address: 2 Rome Road, Alfred Cove
Website: https://tanyascakes.com.au/cake-classes
Whether your child is a toddler just starting to explore textures or a teenager ready to master complex recipes, Perth’s cooking schools offer a wonderful way to spend time together and learn new skills. These interactive, hands-on classes do more than just teach recipes; they build independence and a lifelong appreciation for good food. We hope this guide helps you find the perfect kitchen for your budding chef to start their culinary journey!
Have we missed your favourite cooking class for kids in Perth? Let us know in the comments below!
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Jennie McNichol is on a mission to prove there is always something fun to do in Perth. After 11 years in London working in the television industry for the BBC, Jennie moved to Perth in 2010 and founded Buggybuddys to silence the “nothing to do” crowd. Fifteen years later, it is the city’s number one guide for families, packed with daily inspiration and a huge focus on free local activities.
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These classes look like so much fun! Our youngest would love this.
Hi! There is also Bubble Bakes Perth for Toddlers south of the river!!