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From Prep to Plate: Cook, Learn and Thrive!
Learn Life Skills Through Cooking
Prep to Plate is an engaging cooking program designed by Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists to help children and teenagers develop communication, confidence and everyday life skills. Through enjoyable, hands-on cooking experiences, participants build independence while practising social communication, executive functioning, problem-solving and teamwork in a supportive environment.
Unlock your potential with Prep to Plate, a cooking Program of Support designed by occupational therapists and speech pathologists. Tailored for ages 15 and older, with a separate group for tweens (11-14 years) and a junior (5-9) years group, this program supports personal growth through cooking while promoting essential life skills and healthy eating.
Who Is Prep to Plate Suitable For?
- children who enjoy cooking
- children developing communication skills
- teenagers building independence NDIS participants
- children developing executive functioning
- children building social skills
- children learning daily living skills
What’s on the Menu for the 11 to 14 year olds, and the 15 year olds Groups?
Burger Bliss: In this class, you’ll learn how to make the best burger with juicy patties and tasty toppings.
We’ll teach you how to grill and put it all together for a perfect burger every time.
Learn to prepare the ultimate burger while practising sequencing, following instructions, and problem-solving.
Mash and Salad Magic: Learn how to make creamy mashed potatoes and fresh, colourful salads.
You’ll also discover how to mix different flavours to make the perfect side dishes for any meal.
Develop fine motor skills and flexible thinking as you create creamy mash and vibrant, colourful salads.
Perfect Penne Bolognese: In this class, you’ll learn to make a rich, homemade style Bolognese sauce and cook penne pasta just right.
By the end, you’ll know how to make a tasty Italian pasta dish.
Expand your vocabulary and literacy by exploring recipes and text types while mastering this Italian classic.
Prep to Plate is a fantastic way to learn how to eat well, meet new people, and feel great – best of all no experience is required. Our friendly team are here to guide you every step of the way.
– Speech in Focus Team
What You’ll Gain
- Life Skills: Build confidence in the kitchen with hands-on learning.
- Executive Functioning: Improve sequencing, problem-solving, and following multi-step instructions.
- Flexible Thinking: Adapt to changes and explore creative cooking ideas.
- Social Skills: Work as a team, engage in conversations, and enjoy peer interaction.
- Communication: Strengthen listening and speaking skills through discussion and teamwork.
- Healthy Habits: Learn how to prepare nutritious meals that fuel your body and mind.
This fun, supportive environment encourages teamwork, skill-building, and meaningful connections while focusing on achieving person-centred outcomes.
🍴 Cook, learn, and thrive—join ‘Prep to Plate‘ today!
Rad Rice Wraps: In this class, you’ll learn how to make delicious rice wraps filled with fresh ingredients and bold flavours.
We’ll guide you through the process of prepping, rolling, and assembling the perfect wraps every time.
Learn to create the ultimate rice wraps while practicing sequencing, following instructions, and problem-solving.
Pizza Perfection: In this class, you’ll learn how to make the perfect pizza with a crispy crust, savory sauce, and delicious toppings.
We’ll show you how to knead, shape, and bake your pizza to perfection every time.
Learn to create the ultimate pizza while practicing sequencing, following instructions, and problem-solving.
Burger Bliss: In this class, you’ll learn how to make the best burger with juicy patties and tasty toppings.
We’ll teach you how to grill and put it all together for a perfect burger every time.
Learn to prepare the ultimate burger while practising sequencing, following instructions, and problem-solving.
What You’ll Gain
- Life Skills: Build confidence in the kitchen with hands-on learning.
- Executive Functioning: Improve sequencing, problem-solving, and following multi-step instructions.
- Flexible Thinking: Adapt to changes and explore creative cooking ideas.
- Social Skills: Work as a team, engage in conversations, and enjoy peer interaction.
- Communication: Strengthen listening and speaking skills through discussion and teamwork.
- Healthy Habits: Learn how to prepare nutritious meals that fuel your body and mind.
This fun, supportive environment encourages teamwork, skill-building, and meaningful connections while focusing on achieving person-centred outcomes.
🍴 Cook, learn, and thrive—join ‘Prep to Plate‘ today!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Prep to Plate program? Prep to Plate is a fun and engaging cooking program designed by Innerlink Therapy to help children and teenagers develop communication, social interaction, executive functioning and everyday life skills. Guided by Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists, participants learn practical cooking skills while building confidence and independence.
Who is the Prep to Plate cooking program suitable for? Prep to Plate is suitable for children and teenagers who would benefit from developing communication, social skills, fine motor skills, executive functioning and daily living skills. The program is designed to support participants in a positive, structured and supportive group environment.
How does cooking support communication and life skills? Cooking provides meaningful opportunities to practise following instructions, planning, problem-solving, turn-taking, teamwork and conversation. Participants also develop fine motor skills, organisation, safety awareness and independence while preparing meals and working collaboratively with others.
Can NDIS funding be used for the Prep to Plate program? Depending on your NDIS plan and individual goals, funding may be available to support participation in the Prep to Plate program. Our team can discuss your funding options and help determine whether the program aligns with your NDIS goals
Where is the Prep to Plate program held? Prep to Plate is delivered by Innerlink Therapy at our Belmore clinic in Sydney. Our welcoming environment provides children and teenagers with the opportunity to learn practical cooking skills while developing confidence, communication and independence in a supportive setting.