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The Hive Brighton

The Hive Brighton

46 Dendy Street, Brighton, VIC, 3186 view map
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4.7
1300 000 843

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Long Day Care, Occasional, Casual or Flexible Care, Pre-school

Hours:

7.00am to 6.30pm

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46 Dendy Street, Brighton, VIC, 3186

4.7

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About The Hive Brighton

Family-owned and operated, The Hive Brighton welcomes families from Brighton and nearby Bayside suburbs. Close to Brighton Beach, local parks and Brighton Primary School, our centre offers long day care with an integrated kinder program.

Our experienced educators create a warm, supportive place where children learn through play, build friendships and grow in confidence for school.

  • Nutritious meals: Five meals each day, with nappies and wipes provided.
  • Outdoor play: Natural yards designed for exploration. 
  • Real-world learning: Free incursions bring new experiences to the centre. 
  • Creative learning: Arts and sport-based activities encourage children’s interests. 

Centre Manager Tash brings 17 years of early learning experience and a strong connection to Bayside. Our founders visit regularly to stay personally connected with the centre.

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Services Provided by The Hive Brighton

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Get To Know Us

Safety

Safety

Your Child’s Safety Is Our Priority – i9 SafeSteps

Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, heard and protected.

At our centre, child safety is more than a policy – it is at the heart of everything we do. Through i9 SafeSteps, our dedicated child safety framework, we are committed to creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

Aligned with the National Quality Standard and Victorian Child Safe Standards, our framework focuses on nine key areas, including:

  • Safe and Trusted Educators: Thorough recruitment, screening and ongoing professional development. 
  • Child Empowerment: Encouraging children to express themselves, make choices and learn protective behaviours. 
  • Inclusive Environments: Respecting every child's culture, identity and individual needs. 
  • Family Partnerships: Working closely with families to support children's safety and wellbeing. 
  • Continuous Improvement: Regular safety reviews, staff training and clear reporting processes. 

Guided by our C.A.R.E values – Create, Aspire, Respect and Empower – we ensure children's safety and wellbeing remain central to our everyday practices. 

Because every child deserves to feel safe, supported and empowered to grow.
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Centre philosophy

Our Philosophy – Learning Through Discovery

At i9 Education, we believe children are capable, curious and resourceful learners who learn best through meaningful relationships, play and exploration.

Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach and leading child development theories, our philosophy recognises the environment as the third teacher, encouraging creativity, curiosity and discovery.

Our educators act as co-learners and guides, using intentional teaching to extend children's thinking, encourage problem-solving and support individual interests.

We value children's voices and work closely with families to create inclusive, engaging learning experiences where every child feels a sense of belonging.

Programs

Programs

Our Five Bee Programs

At The Hive Brighton, learning creates a buzz. Our five Bee programs bring together nutrition, sustainability, creativity, movement and reading to help children explore their interests and grow in confidence. Our educators weave these experiences into play, balancing guided activities with time for children to imagine, experiment and discover.

Healthy Bees | Nutrition

Daily nutritious meals help children discover new flavours and build healthy eating habits. 

Green Bees | Sustainability

Everyday experiences encourage children to care for nature and make thoughtful choices about their environment. 

Creative Bees | Arts 

Art, music and hands-on activities give children opportunities to imagine and express their ideas. 

Buzzing Fits Bees | Sports

Playful movement and sport-based activities develop coordination, confidence and a love of being active.
Library Bees | Reading

Stories, picture books and interactive reading spark imagination and a love of books.

These experiences also enrich our integrated kinder program and support children’s readiness for school.

Discover More About Our Programs

Explore our full curriculum: https://thehiveelc.com.au/curriculum/

Parent communication and involvement

Parent communication and involvement

Parent Communication – Staying Connected with KindyHub

At The Hive, we believe that open and meaningful communication is essential to building strong partnerships with families and supporting each child's learning and development.

Through KindyHub, our dedicated parent communication platform, families can stay informed and connected with their child's experiences throughout the day.

Our educators share updates on meals, sleep routines, learning experiences, educational programming and curriculum planning, providing families with valuable insight into their child's daily care and learning journey.
KindyHub also allows families to view photographs, developmental milestones, learning observations, centre announcements and upcoming events, keeping them informed and involved in their child's progress.

Because we believe families should feel connected to their child's experiences, not just at drop-off and pick-up, but throughout their learning journey. Through KindyHub, we bring families closer to the moments, milestones and everyday experiences that matter.

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The Hive Brighton Reviews (38)

4.7 /5

Based on 38 Reviews

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5.0 • 1 week ago

We cannot recommend The Hive highly enough! ❤️<br><br>The Hive has been our son’s second home since he was just six months old, and over the past two and a half wonderful years, he has always felt loved, supported and cared for. It has been incredible watching him grow, learn, develop and flourish into the happy, confident little boy he is today.<br><br>A huge thank you to Natasha and the entire team for the genuine care, dedication and guidance you have given our son throughout his early years. We will forever be grateful for the wonderful role you have played in his life. The Hive will always hold a special place in our hearts! ❤️

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Lauren Michaelides

5.0 • 5 months ago

My daughter has been at The Hive (previously Learning Sanctuary) since she was ~8 months old. From the beginning she clearly loved the smaller room sizes, and has become best friends with multiple kids who have also stayed around since young. She's also formed bonds with the educators + centre manager Tash who go above and beyond. Highly recommend!

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Carolin Fantini

5.0 • 5 months ago

Our son has been at the centre for almost 2 years, starting under the old management.<br>We always loved the spaciousness of the centre with lots of space to run around inside and out, perfect for our energetic boy to move around. The new management and centre manager Tash have brought in many welcome changes. Staffing have become stable across the centre, lots more exciting incursions are happening, weekly music classes, cooking classes, a visit from vic police etc. Above all, the educators and room leaders are fantastic (many have been at the centre for a long time) they are all incredibly passionate and caring and make this centre such a happy place.

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Nuria von Sanden

5.0 • 5 months ago

We’ve had such a wonderful experience with The Hive Early Learning Centre Brighton. The educators are warm, caring and genuinely invested in the children’s development. The centre is always clean, welcoming and full of engaging activities that encourage creativity and confidence. Our child is thriving and has learnt so much from her educators. It’s been a great experience for us.

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Jenny Shapiro

5.0 • 5 months ago

We have had such a positive experience with this childcare/kindergarten. Both of my boys attend, and I feel genuinely reassured knowing they are in such caring and capable hands each day.<br>A special mention needs to go to the way the team supports my youngest son, who has multiple food allergies. The educators are attentive, thorough, and always take his needs seriously, which gives me so much peace of mind as a parent.<br>The programs offered are also fantastic. The incursions are engaging and fun, and the cooking and music programs are a real highlight. My children generally love going and come home with a smile, excited to share what they experienced.<br><br>We’re very grateful for the care, communication, and effort the educators put in every day. It’s a wonderful centre that we feel lucky to be part of.

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