Silver DoFE Cooking Skills Course
Complete your Silver DofE Skills Section While Learning to Cook
Help your teenager complete their Silver DofE Skills section while learning to cook healthy, delicious meals independently.
Why Parents Choose Be In The Kitchen for Silver DofE
"I don't have time to teach my teenager to cook"
"They're a complete beginner"
"I don't know what counts towards DofE"
"My teenager needs something that is independent"
"I don't want another complicated committment"
"My teenager has dietary requirements"
My teenager has additional learning needs"
"I'd love them to leave home knowing how to cook"
If any of these comments resonate with you, then this is the cookery school for you!
Approved Activity Provider
Best choice of courses
Suitable for complete beginners
All courses 3 months (13 weeks)
Own your course for life
SEND Course
Gluten & Dairy Free Course
Affordable - choose your price
Qualified teacher and demonstrator
Qualified Nutrition therapist
Over 30 years experience
Outstanding testimonials
Total flexibility for when and where you cook
Flexible for dietary needs
Take it at a pace that suits you
Suitable for home-schooling
Watch video with Be describing the courses
DofE Silver Bundles
2 courses
10% discount £162
4 courses
10% discount £324
Choose between any 2 of our fantastic cookery courses
Instruction guide
Videos for Life
Photo pack
Recipe pack
Hazards in the kitchen
Food Hygiene
Ideas for using recipes in other dishes
Extra videos & documents (setting up kitchen, how to read a recipe, introduction to knives, chopping an onion)
Equipment lists
Assessor Report provided
Choose between any 4 of our fantastic cookery courses
Zoom introduction call
Start/finish to suit your diary
Instruction guide
Videos for Life
Photo pack
Recipe pack
Hazards in the kitchen
Food Hygiene
Ideas for using recipes in other dishes
Extra videos & documents (setting up kitchen, how to read a recipe, introduction to knives, chopping an onion)
Equipment lists
Recipe evidence submitted via Whatsapp or email with feedback from Be
Personalised support
Certificate
Assessor Report provided
How does learning online work?
Watch the cooking video
Cook the recipe
Learn new skills
Build Confidence
Progress to more challenging recipes!
Your teenager can learn from home, in their own kitchen, using their own equipment and ingredients. This helps you be more flexible and helps you save money!
How long is the Silver DofE Cooking Skills section?
Silver DofE
Skills- longer section
Skills- shorter section
Silver DofE without Bronze
Required Time
6 months
3 months
Additional time may apply
Always check your individual DofE requirements with your DofE Leader before booking!
What Will Your Teenager Learn?
Cooking Skills
Knife Skills
Food Preparation
Cooking methods
Baking
Making sauces
Cooking meat, fish and vegetarian dishes
Using herbs and spices
Ability to follow a recipe
Meal planning
Kitchen organisation & cleanliness
Life Skills
Planning meals
Shopping & budgeting
Food safety & hygiene
Organisation
Time Management
Cooking Independently
Understanding nutrition
Making healthier lifestyle choices
Personal Development
Confidence
Independence
Problem-solving
Perseverance
Creativity
Accomplishment
Is This Silver DofE Cooking Course Right for Your Teenager?
This course is suitable for a student of any level of cooking experience, whether you are a complete beginner or someone who has prior cooking knowledge.
Due to the online nature of all these courses, it is ideal for students who want to learn from home. There is no required communication so it is perfect for anyone who may be a bit nervous learning a skill in a group setting.
These courses are also SEND-friendly and offer a wide range of dietary adaptations, whether your teenager is coeliac, dairy-intolerant or has a severe allergy. All of my recipes can be adapted, just contact me or email me at [email protected].
Any other questions? Look at my FAQ's section below or contact me if it isn't covered!
FAQ'S
Can cooking count as a Silver DofE Skills activity?
Absolutely! It's a brilliant choice for long-term health and life. Knowing how to cook from scratch will keep you healthy and save you money!
How long does Silver DofE cooking take?
You need to do a 3 or 6-month skill. My courses are broken into 3-month modules, and you can take a break between them.
Are these courses suitable for complete beginners?
Yes, every course is suited to a complete beginner! However, if you have a little bit of knowledge, you will fly even further in the kitchen, particularly with speed.
Does my Silver DofE teenager need to cook every week?
No. For longer skills, over 6 months, you can spread the cooking out a little. For example, for a longer 6-month skill, you could cook fortnightly.
What equipment does my teenager need?
We use simple kitchen equipment, and each recipe has a list of what you will need. I encourage the use of machines for those who are less dexterous.
Do we need to buy special ingredients?
No, all ingredients are available from your local supermarket. However, there are a few specialist items in the gluten free course.
Can the recipes be adapted for allergies?
Yes! If you need help with any changes, please contact me!
Can my teenager with SEND take the course?
Yes! Please choose the SEND course for beginners to start with. This will teach them, in a very calm way, how to be organised and safe in the kitchen. Usually, this is enough to then allow them to enjoy my other courses, which run at a faster pace.
Can my teenager complete the course independently?
They certainly can. However, if there are special educational needs or you feel that they are slightly scatty then I would suggest supporting them while they get going and then stepping back. I always suggest using a large screen to watch the videos which can make all the difference!
What happens if we need more time to complete the course?
This is not a problem, you just need to keep in touch as soon as you are aware you need more time. DofE are very understanding of illness/accidents, etc. that can cause a delay.
Proof of the pudding - TESTIMONIALS
What the parents have to say...
Thank you for empowering and inspiring Lola to cook nutritious plant-based meals at home! She makes herself delicious lunches for school and has taken over making dinners for the family most nights of the week.
From meal planning to shopping at the farmer's market, from chopping and spicing to baking and plating, her meals are prepared with know-how and love.
Your DofE course has gives us yet another reason why we are the luckiest parents in the world to have Lola for a kid!
Thank you so much, Be. I personally have really enjoyed watching her create and learn through this course. The recipes were varied and delicious, and the delivery of the course was simple and clear.
Thank you soooo much, Be, for your support and, in particular, for the lightning-quick response on this final section.
Matthew has learnt loads (and I have also benefited as my cooking skills are very limited!). This has provided the structure and inspiration he needed. I've been recommending you to a number of Mums I know :-)
Success stories from DofE cookery students...
Thank you so much for my feedback I really enjoyed it the recipes you sent me, they were really tasty but relatively simple to remember, i think they will be useful if I go to university or if i’m home alone for awhile to make. I’d say the banana protein pancakes were definitely the most fun to make as-well as the most tasty. Today my Dad made the granola again he really enjoyed it!
Thank you so much, it has been so much fun to cook these recipes. Thank you!
Thank you so much for sharing this with me! I loved this class and it has really developed my skills in the kitchen.
Thank you so much for your continued support over these 6 months. I've enjoyed your recipes immensely and will continue to cook!
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