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Coming January 2027 · Ages 4–6
Squirrels is coming to Baillieston in January 2027
Our brand-new Squirrel Drey is for children aged 4–6: stories, games, new friends and their very first adventures in Scouts.
Weekly meetings, Mondays 18:00–19:00 during term time.
Registering interest doesn't reserve a place. Already on our waiting list? We'll be in touch shortly with details.
We're recruiting
No experience needed — full training, PVG covered, and a friendly team whatever time you can give.
Welcome
Adventure, friendship, and Skills for Life
The 144th 1st Baillieston Glasgow Scout Group has been part of our community since 1912. Based at St Andrew's Church hall in Baillieston, we run four sections (Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers) for young people aged 6 to 18, all meeting on Monday evenings, with Squirrels for 4–6 year olds coming in January 2027. It's a church hall, but Scouts is open to everyone, all faiths and none. We're an inclusive group, not a religious one.
It's a third place — not school, not home — where young people can be themselves, make real friends, and find their feet alongside trusted adults who believe in them.
What we offer
What young people gain at Scouts
Scouting is more than activities. Through adventure, teamwork and shared values, young people in our group become happier, kinder, more connected, more confident, and better prepared for whatever comes next.
Happier
Finding joy in friendship, fun and the outdoors
Kinder
Learning empathy and care for others
More connected
Making real friends in a world that often feels lonely
More resilient
Building confidence to face challenges
More employable
Gaining the practical and people skills employers value
Active citizens
Making a positive difference in their community
Our Sections
Find the right adventure for your age
From first adventures at age 6 to leading the way at 18, all sections meet on Monday evenings in Baillieston.
Interested in joining? Add your child to the waiting list →
Aged 13½–18? Young Leaders
Doing your DofE? You don't need to be a Scout to lead.
Help run Beavers, Cubs or Scouts on a Monday night. It counts as your DofE Volunteering section, you get real leadership training, and it looks great on a CV or college application. Already an Explorer? It counts towards your top awards too.
Our Values
Our values
We're proud of the values that guide everything we do at Scouts.
These are the values of the Scouts and run through every meeting, camp and adventure at the 144th.
What's On
Coming up
Latest News
What's been happening
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Vacancy | DofE Coordinator at Lochgoilhead
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Sienna, who achieved the feat in two years, says she "enjoyed it so much".
Scout, 13, among youngest to collect all 95 badges
Sienna, from Ripon, collects badges for activities including sailing, parascending and athletics.
News coming soon
We'll be sharing updates from the group here shortly. Check back soon!
World Scouting
Part of something bigger
We're part of a global family of more than 60 million Scouts in over 170 countries — all united by the same values and a shared belief in young people.
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Get Involved
Could you help young people belong?
Our group thrives because of brilliant adult volunteers. Whether you have an hour a week or you're ready to lead a section, there's a role for you — no experience needed.
Full training is provided by The Scout Association. You'll gain skills, make friends, and make a real difference to young people in your community.
Make a difference
Directly impact young people in your community every week.
Great adventures
Camps, expeditions, events — you get to do them too.
Free training
The Scout Association covers your training — first aid, leadership, and more.
Amazing team
Join a supportive, friendly team who love what they do.