Questions about RFRK and our food:
- Is the Real Food Education program free?
Thanks to funding and donations our programs are subsidized for all of the childcare centres, lunchclubs, teachers/caregivers, kids and parents who are a part of the RFRK community.
* A small fee for food & materials may be applicable.
- Is the RFRK Education Program only available to RFRK clients?
No...
The following programs are available to the general public at the following rates:
* $250 - Children's workshops (15 - 20 participants)
* $25/person - Parent workshops
* $250 - Market & Farm visits (15 - 20 participants) - Can 2-year olds really participate in workshops?
Of course! We believe kids should start learning about food and nutrition as soon as they are able to eat real solid foods. Our theme-based workshops cater to curious and tactile 'sponges' ages 2-4 , take it a step further for 'eager beavers' ages 4-6 and really dig in for 'able and willing' lunchclub aged children 6-12.
- How well are the kids workshops supervised?
Our workshop instructors are focused on providing Real food experiences and not classroom supervision. In order to maintain the ratio requirements outlined at our daycares and lunchclubs, we require that on-site supervision be provided by the children's regular caregivers. Plus, this gives caregivers and teachers an opportunity to take part in our food experiences!
- Where do the workshops take place?
Our hands-on programs for teachers/caregivers and children are delivered at your childcare, lunchclub or preferred site (community centre, large home etc).
The parent workshops and 'HHH' - train the trainer program are offered at our Real Food Kitchen classroom (Coming soon...)
The Market & Farm fieldtrips are held at local markets in your area. - Do workshops take children's allergies into consideration?
We take precautions to avoid food being contaminated with peanuts and tree nuts in all of our programs. If your child has other serious allergies (apart from peanuts and tree nuts) please let us know upon booking a workshop and we will accommodate accordingly.
- Who delivers the children's workshops?
Our team of certified teachers, nutritionists and food experts - all trained in the art of making food a fantastic adventure.
- Who delivers the parent's workshops?
We partner with Certified Nutritionists like Peggy. A kid at heart, Peggy will give your family tools to face even the most challenging food battles.
- Can I call your office with general questions and concerns about food and nutrition for my family?
Certainly. Our staff can provide you with all sorts of links and resources to help you on your way to making your family a healthy one... Also, stay tuned for our online community forum that will help to answer your questions and concerns.
- Is the Real Food Education Program available year-round?
All of our programs are available throughout the year except our Farmer's Market & Farm fieldtrips, which are offered during the Spring, Summer and Fall months only.
- Do you have to have a Real Food Lunch Club at your lunchclub in order to be a part of the Real Food Challenge?
Yes. The Real Food Challenge is currently provided only at lunchclub's where RFRK is providing a hot lunch option.
- Who designed the Real Food Challenge?
The Real Food Challenge was designed by Kristen Schroeder from RFRK and a group of dedicated Ontario Teachers, with assistance from Peggy Kotsopolous, RFRK's certified partner Nutritionist, and other creative minds from the RFRK community.
- How do I bring your program to my daycare, lunchclub or community centre?