Dining Etiquette & Table Manners for Young People

Dining Etiquette & Table Manners for Young People

Time commitment: 4-5 hours per week, 2 weeks

How is this course taught? Online

 Start date: TBC

Overview

This course teaches essential dining manners for children and teenagers in both casual and formal settings. From setting the table to handling cutlery, participants will learn how to feel comfortable and polished during shared meals.

Entry Requirements

Suitable for children and teens ages 8–18 with basic meal etiquette experience at home or school.

Who Is This Course For?

  • Children and teens aged 8–18
  • Families looking to prepare their child for formal dining
  • Youth preparing for school dinners, exchange programmes, or special events

What Does This Course Cover?

  • Sitting and posture at the table
  • Cutlery handling and placement
  • Napkin use, passing food, and speaking politely during meals
  • Formal place settings and multi-course meals
  • Table etiquette in British and international settings

What Will Participants Achieve?

  • Comfort and confidence in formal dining situations
  • Knowledge of proper British table manners
  • Polished behaviour in family, school, or hosted meal settings

Who Teaches This Course?

Etiquette consultants trained in formal dining education, with experience teaching children and teens.

How Will This Course Be Taught?

Step-by-step video demonstrations, printable etiquette placemats, live meal simulations (optional).

How Much Time Will This Course Take Up?

4-5 hours per week, including home practice, video reviews, and feedback tasks.

How Is This Course Assessed?

Practical checklist and optional live etiquette demonstration via video.

Accreditations

Certificate in Dining Etiquette for Youth from The British Protocol Academy.

General Information

  • Language: English 
  • All materials online 
  • Parental supervision is recommended for home meal exercises
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