Camp · Arts · Ages 6–12 · $275/week
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▌ Arts · Ages 6–12

Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp

La Jolla · $275/week

Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp offers culinary adventures for children aged 5-14, exploring global cuisines and cultures through hands-on cooking.

▌ Editor's read The website for Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp loads successfully and provides detailed information about their programs. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. The founder, Chef Amy Fothergill, is mentioned on the 'About Us' page, and the camp states it has been operating for 20 years, indicating a long history in children's culinary education. The program type is day camp, with various locations in California. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity. There is no mention of staff-to-camper ratios or background checks for staff on the website. Google reviews for 'Cooking Round the World' show a rating of 4.9 stars from 16 reviews, with parents praising the engaging activities and the children's enthusiasm for cooking. Social media handles for Instagram (@cookingroundtheworld) and Facebook (cookingroundtheworld) are present and active.
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Since 200620+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given arts program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2006 (20 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 1pm - 4pm
  • Address: 615 Prospect St., La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
  • Cost notes: Based on spring camp pricing, may vary for summer.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp

What ages does Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp accept?
Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp is open to children ages 6–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp cost?
Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp publishes $275/week for the standard session. Based on spring camp pricing, may vary for summer. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp's hours?
Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp runs 1pm - 4pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp?
Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp is operated by a private business, with 20 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp provide lunch?
Cooking Round the World Summer Day Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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