Throughout the year, there are many activities for children that celebrate local traditions, such as Pirates Week and Junior Batabano.
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Afternoon Tea
Children love to be taken out for afternoon tea, as it makes them feel very special and grown up. There are several places in Cayman where you can go for afternoon tea.
Every Bloomin’ Thing has a charming English tearoom where they offer traditional cream tea and freshly made scones, quiche, soups and tea sandwiches. Open seven days a week. Reservations are recommended. Call (345) 945 1701 or email: info@ebt.com.ky.
Anchor & Den, located at the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort, offers an Alice in Wonderland inspired Mad Tea Party every Saturday afternoon for groups of 10 or more. Enjoy decadent cakes and special ‘drink me’ potions.
Silver Palm Lounge hosts a traditional British afternoon tea with a delightful array of scrumptious pastries, tiny sandwiches and tea. Reservations are required for this iconic Ritz-Carlson tradition. Easter and Christmas feature whimsical afternoon tea services: Easter Bunny Tea and Gingerbread Man Tea, both of which are extremely popular with children. Please call (345) 815 6912 for reservations.
Pedro St. James, located in Savannah, offers a High Tea Tour which includes a selection of teas, sandwiches and pastries. This guided tour also consists of a 3D documentary in the multi-sensory theatre. For bookings call (345) 947 3329, email: info@pedrostjames.ky or visit www.pedrostjames.ky.
Budding Chef Cooking Classes
Bon Vivant sometimes run after-school and weekend classes designed to inspire budding young chefs (aged 4-12 years). They’ll learn basic cooking skills and create delicious and nutritious dishes. For more information, call (345) 623 2665, email: info@bonvivant.ky or visit their website.
Cadet Corps
The Cayman Islands Cadet Corps is an organisation which has a strategic focus on developing young Caymanian boys and girls while providing viable pathways for careers in the uniformed services.
Developing life skills through exposure to disciplines such as Map Reading, Foot Drill and Adventurous Training, Cadets are exposed to a wide range of practical activities.
Through their Sea Cadets Programme and recently launched Fire Cadet Detachments these young individuals are given a good head start to setting their sights on a successful future, which is fully supported through Memoranda of Understanding between the Cadet Corps and other uniformed entities.
The Cadet Corps also plays a critical role as part of the Cayman Islands National Emergency Operations Framework, where staff and adult leaders provide critical service during emergencies impacting the Islands.
The programme also offers a wide range of activities including drills, field craft, adventure, navigation, first aid, music and water-based activities for ages 12-18 years. For more information contact (345) 946 9810, email: cadetcorps@gov.ky, visit www.cicadetcorps.ky or visit their Facebook page or Instagram.
Cayman Youth Choir
The Cayman Youth Choir is open for ages four to eighteen years old and is free to join. No audition is necessary. The three differing age groups meet at John Gray High School on Mondays at times between 3.30-5.45pm. For more information, email: Naomi Allnutt at caymanyouthchoir@gmail.com, call her on (345) 922 2079 or visit the Cayman Youth Choir Facebook page.
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Cultural Workshops
The Mission House hosts traditional craft and cultural classes and workshops. For more information visit www.facebook.com/missionhousecayman.
The Cayman National Cultural Foundation (CNCF) has developed an online resource called Creative Kids which helps users learn about Cayman’s heritage and its modern-day culture through entertaining activities. The cultural activity packs are designed to be fun and educational for students of any age, and educators, students and parents alike can adapt the materials to the relevant age group. Visit www.artscayman.org/creative-kids. The Cayman National Cultural Foundation (CNCF) also offer the ‘Mind’s Eye’ tour of the South Sound home of the late Ms. Lassie Bush, Cayman’s acclaimed intuitive artist. During the tour, students will learn valuable lessons about what inspired the artist and her work, traditional Caymanian architecture, Caymanian shipbuilding in the community, and pivotal moments in Cayman Islands’ history. Mind’s Eye tours are by appointment only. For more information, call (345) 949 5477, email: vfoster@artscayman.org or visit www.artscayman.org.
The National Trust
This conservation-focused non-profit organisation offers programmes for kids on topics such as coral reefs, Blue Iguanas, traditional Caymanian homes and much more. The National Trust also offers a family programme called ‘Families in the Wild’, which is aimed at creating opportunities for families to enjoy the great outdoors together.
For further information on the National Trust, refer to our section on Cultural & Educational Programmes, visit www.nationaltrust.org.ky or call (345) 749 1121.
Scouts & Girlguiding
Girlguiding Cayman Islands gives girls (five years and up) and women a space where they can be themselves, have fun, build friendships, gain valuable life skills and make a positive difference to the community. Sections include: Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers (senior section). Members enjoy a variety of annual events including camps, sleepovers, leadership days and pack holidays. Visit www.facebook.com/girlguidingcaymanislands or www.girlguiding.ky or email: ggcimarketing@gmail.com for more information.
The Scouts Association is a non-formal educational programme which encourages the development of boys through enjoyable, outdoorsy activities. From the Beaver-Scout programme (6-8 years) to the Venture Scout unit (11-19 years) boys will have fun, make friends and enjoy themselves while developing vital skills and earning badges. There are at least 300 local members promoting exploration and the development of leadership skills through fun activities. For information call (345) 939 8813 or Winston Hayle on email: ciscouts@candw.ky or pay them a visit at their Scout Headquarters on 34 Middle Road, George Town.
Storytelling & Singalong
Children love being read aloud to, and the stories can help to develop their imaginations as well as teach them values. Story-time is a gentle introduction to learning to sit still and listen, and more importantly, to be around other children.
There is a free story time at the George Town and West Bay Public Libraries every Saturday at 10.30am for kids aged 0-5 years old. Next Chapter hosts Storytime at Gardenia on the first Sunday of every month, join them at Gardenia Court (located just behind Next Chapter) for a storytime session that will ignite children's imaginations - surrounded by greenery and in the fresh air.