📋 Waiver & Policies

By signing this form, I confirm that I am the parent or legal guardian of the child listed below and that I voluntarily consent to their participation in any present and future cooking classes or camps provided by Little Spoons, operated by Nour Elmoustaqim.

I understand that while every precaution is taken to ensure a safe and supportive environment, cooking activities may involve the use of sharp tools, hot surfaces, and kitchen equipment that carry a small risk of injury (e.g., cuts, burns, slips).

By signing this waiver, I release and hold harmless Little Spoons, Nour Elmoustaqim, and any assistants, team members, or volunteers from all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action for any injury, illness, allergic reaction, property damage, or other loss that may occur as a result of my child's participation in the program.

I acknowledge that I have provided accurate and up-to-date information regarding my child's allergies and health conditions, as well as emergency contacts in the registration form.

In the event of an emergency, I authorize the program staff to take appropriate action, including contacting emergency medical services and my designated emergency contacts.

Little Spoons is not an allergen-free facility. While strict precautions are taken, cross-contamination is very unlikely but may occur. Parents/guardians are responsible for disclosing all allergies, sensitivities, dietary restrictions, and medical conditions during registration. Staff rely entirely on the information provided. Little Spoons is not liable for reactions resulting from undisclosed or incomplete information.

To ensure a safe and positive environment:

• Parents must disclose any medical, behavioural, developmental, or learning conditions, including autism spectrum conditions or special needs
• This includes any condition requiring additional supervision or support
• Failure to disclose important information may result in removal from the program without refund if safety or participation is impacted

All Little Spoons staff are trained and authorized to lead classes.

• Staff instructions must be followed at all times
• Staff decisions regarding safety and participation are final during class

For safety reasons, staff may:

• Remove tools (e.g., knives or hot equipment)
• Modify or limit participation
• Separate or remove a child from activities if necessary

To provide a focused, calm, and enjoyable experience for all children, parents or guardians are not permitted to stay in the cooking room during class. Parental presence may cause distraction or unnecessary stress for children, and we want every child to feel safe and independent in the kitchen.

In the event of an incident:

• Staff are trained to manage minor situations appropriately
• Parents will be informed after class unless immediate contact is required

In emergencies, staff are authorized to:

• Contact emergency medical services
• Contact the designated emergency contact

• Responsibility for the child begins once the parent/guardian has left the premises and the child has been handed over to Little Spoons staff
• Parents/guardians must ensure their child is safely brought into the space before leaving
• Children must not be left unattended before staff are present
• Children will only be released to authorized individuals provided during registration

Little Spoons reserves the right to:

• Modify recipes, menus, or activities
• Substitute instructors if necessary
• Adjust schedules when required

All changes are made to maintain quality and safety.

We take great pride in the quality of our classes and always strive for excellence. However, we understand that our classes may not be a perfect fit for everyone. In such cases, we do not offer refunds.

Special Classes & Cooking School

Camps

Credits may be issued at the discretion of Little Spoons in cases such as:

• Severe weather is preventing safe travel
• Verified illness with notice before class
• Emergencies

Credits are not guaranteed and are evaluated case-by-case.

• Classes and camps run as scheduled in most weather conditions
• In rare cases of severe conditions (e.g., road closures), credits will be issued

All children, families, and staff have the right to feel safe, welcome, and respected within our kitchen and learning environment.

Bullying, aggressive behaviour, repeated disruption, verbal abuse, physical aggression, unsafe conduct, harassment, or refusal to follow instructor directions will not be tolerated.

For the safety of all participants, instructors reserve the right to contact a parent/guardian for immediate pickup if a child's behaviour becomes unsafe, unmanageable, or significantly disruptive to the class environment.

Please note that while our classes are supportive and inclusive, they are not designed to provide one-on-one behavioural support or crisis management. Children must be able to participate safely within a group setting with reasonable instructor guidance and supervision.

If inappropriate or unsafe behaviour continues after intervention, the participant may be removed from the program without refund at the discretion of management.