Wallin Oaks Elementary

Afterschool cooking classes at Wallin Oaks Elementary every Friday. Open to enrolled students only — all ingredients and supplies included.

Afterschool Cooking Classes at Wallin Oaks Elementary — Every Friday

Kidinary brings the kitchen to Wallin Oaks Elementary School every Friday after school. Young chefs in Kindergarten through 5th grade cook and bake a variety of fun, nutritiously delicious seasonal foods while developing real culinary skills — including knife techniques, sautéing, baking, grating, and more.

Classes run from 3:45–4:45pm CST. All ingredients, kid-safe cooking tools, and equipment are provided — no kitchen access needed at the school.

Your child must be enrolled at Wallin Oaks Elementary to participate in this program.

FAQs

Common Questions About Afterschool Cooking at Wallin Oaks Elementary

Young girl with braided hair and chef hat arranging sliced carrots on a cutting board in a kitchen.
Does my child need to attend Wallin Oaks Elementary to join Kidinary?

Yes — the Wallin Oaks Elementary afterschool cooking program is held on-site at Wallin Oaks Elementary School and is only available to students currently enrolled there. If your child attends a different school, check out Grande Park Elementary or our PCC/Sportsplex public classes in Plainfield, which are open to all families.

What time does the Friday Wallin Oaks class run?

Kidinary's Wallin Oaks afterschool class runs every Friday from 3:45–4:45pm CST. Please plan pickup accordingly. Check the calendar for current semester dates. If you have specific questions about the schedule or pickup, reach out and we'll be happy to help.

What skills will my child learn in the Wallin Oaks afterschool class?

Each week at Wallin Oaks, young chefs in Kindergarten through 5th grade develop real kitchen confidence — practicing knife techniques, sautéing, baking, grating, and more while making nutritiously delicious seasonal recipes from scratch. Classes are nut-free and allergy-friendly. Kidinary provides all ingredients, kid-safe cooking equipment, and supplies. Learn more about our full cooking classes program.

How do I register my child for the Wallin Oaks Elementary afterschool cooking class?

Use the Sawyer booking widget to check current availability and register for the Friday Wallin Oaks session. Semester spots fill quickly, so register early. If you miss the start of a semester, spots may still be available at a prorated rate — check the calendar or contact us for details. You can also explore our other location at Grande Park Elementary or PCC/Sportsplex.