About Us
Welcome to Beith Hive Childcare!
Beith Hive was established by Beith Trust in 2022, stepping in to protect local childcare provision after the pandemic forced many services to close. Based in Beith Primary School, we offer high-quality out-of-school care for children in P1–P7 across the Garnock Valley, we offer a safe, fun, and nurturing space for learning, play, and friendship.
We are fully regulated by the Care Inspectorate (Service Number: CS2023000311) and operate in line with the Health and Social Care Standards, which set out what children and families should expect from a care service. Our team are all members of the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), hold PVG certificates through Disclosure Scotland, and are trained in areas such as safeguarding, child development, and food hygiene.
As a registered childcare service, we work within the national frameworks that guide best practice in Scotland.
These include:
‘A Quality Framework for Daycare of Children’ – used for self-evaluation and continuous improvement
‘Infection Prevention and Control in Childcare Settings’ – to ensure clean, hygienic environments
‘Loose Parts Play Toolkit’ – encouraging creativity, exploration, and imagination through open-ended play
UNCRC and GIRFEC – making sure children’s rights, safety, and wellbeing are always central to our work
In our first Care Inspectorate inspection (2024), we were commended for our warm, supportive relationships, responsive staff, and commitment to outdoor play and emotional wellbeing.
We were proud to receive a ‘Good’ rating for our staff team — a strong start in our first year of operation — and we continue to improve, grow, and listen to the children and families we support.
What we offer
Our Out-of-School Childcare Provision
We offer daily out-of-school childcare for up to 30 registered children, delivered through two distinct sessions:
Breakfast Club runs from 7:30am to 9:00am at Beith Primary School. It offers a safe, supervised, and relaxed start to the day where children can enjoy a nutritious breakfast and unwind before class begins.
Afterschool Club operates from 3:00pm to 6:00pm, also based at Beith Primary School. Our team provides a wide range of fun and engaging activities — from sports and arts and crafts to cooking, gardening, and creative play. Children are also offered a healthy snack and plenty of time to relax and socialise with friends.
To support busy families, we also offer a free daily shuttle service to and from nearby schools.
Childcare Session Prices (from 1st April 2025)
Standard Pricing: ( as and when needed flexible bookings)
Morning Session (Breakfast Club): £7.00 | Afternoon Session (Afterschool Club): £16.00
Regular Booking Discount: (for families with recurring weekly bookings)
Morning Session (Breakfast Club): £6.50 | Afternoon Session (Afterschool Club): £15.00
Shuttle Service Users: (all inclusive)
Morning (including shuttle): £8.50 | Afternoon (including shuttle): £17.50
How to Book
Bookings are made through the iPal system.
You can register, book and manage sessions, easily make payments online using your childcare vouchers or
If you need support setting up your account, feel free to contact us at hello@beithhive.co.uk or 01505227400.
Our spaces are limited — booking your preferred slots is recommended to avoid disappointment.
Our Promise to you
At Beith Hive, we’re committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and creative environment where every child can thrive.
We focus on meeting each child’s individual needs and interests while also helping them build confidence, teamwork skills, and a strong sense of self.
You can read more about how we put this into practice on our Aims and Objectives page.
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