The Chocolate School

Chocolate enthusiasts of all ages will find their sweet spot at The Chocolate School, run by Karen, a former education professional who retrained in chocolatier skills after 2020. Based at The Mayford Centre in Woking, Surrey, the school operates from a professional kitchen where participants learn techniques they can recreate at home using high-quality ingredients. The curriculum spans from family-friendly sessions to advanced chocolatier training, with classes suitable for children from age eight upwards. Core workshops include the comprehensive Bean to Bar course, which takes participants through the complete chocolate-making process from cocoa beans, and the popular Chocolate Truffles and Filled Chocolates session, where students master the art of making and decorating traditional confections. Seasonal offerings include Easter Egg Making workshops, where participants learn to create chocolate shells, fill them, and apply decorative finishes. The Advanced Chocolate Skills course builds on foundational techniques for those ready to develop their expertise further, though completion of a basic workshop is required beforehand. More unusual combinations appear in the calendar, such as the collaborative Chocolate Truffles and Silver Rings session, run jointly with Workshop 925 Jewellery School, and the Chocolates, Blooms & Afternoon Tea experience. Family sessions accommodate younger chocolate makers with a minimum age of eight years, whilst the school also offers private hire options and gift vouchers. Class prices start from £55 for family workshops, with more comprehensive courses and collaborative sessions reaching £140. This school suits families seeking shared creative experiences, chocolate lovers wanting to understand the craft from bean to bar, and anyone looking to develop professional-standard chocolatier techniques in a supportive environment.

Reviews

Location

The Mayford Business Centre, Mayford Grn, Mayford, Woking GU22 0PP, United Kingdom, Surrey

A few things we think are worth having if you want to keep baking at home.

Equipment

Thermapen ONE Thermometer

Professional-grade instant-read. Essential for chocolate and patisserie.

~£70View on Amazon

Ingredient

Callebaut Chocolate Callets (1kg)

Professional-grade Belgian chocolate. What the schools use.

~£18View on Amazon

Book

Nostalgic Delights - William Curley

From one of the UK's finest chocolatiers.

~£22View on Amazon

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