Maui School Guide 2015
Your guide to education on the Valley Isle.
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inding the right school entails knowing what kind of educational philosophy and type of curriculum each school practices and seeing if it’s the right fit for you and your child. It’s worth the effort because the right school will help cultivate a confident, lifelong learner. All the schools on Maui are unique and give parents a lot of choice. Here you’ll find a variety of educational options, including charter schools, private preschools, elementary schools and high schools. Please note that all information listed is subject to change. Be sure to check our Online Virtual Education Open House to explore local education options on your own time, 24/7 and with no pressure. You will discover information about Maui schools through photos, detailed program descriptions, FAQ’s and even videos. It’s insightful, easy and fun! mauifamilymagazine.com/education School Name Address & Website
Teacher/ Student Ratio
Tuition
Aloha Kai Academy 1445 Baldwin Ave., Makawao / 280-4281 954 Baldwin Ave., Paia / 280-1582
1:5 Infant Toddler 1:12 Preschool
Varies
Grades or Ages 0–3 years 3–5 years
Additional information We incorporate necessary aspects of your child’s development during these formative years. Through our school atmosphere, outstanding staff and well-planned curriculum we prepare your child for Kindergarten and a life long love of learning!
School Enrollment
% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance
Makawao: 43 Paia: 30
None
N/A
Potty Training Required for Aloha Kai Academy Makawao
Teacher/ Student Ratio
Tuition
Additional information
1:16 (Grades K-3); 1:18 (Grades 4-8)
$9900 (Grades K-5); $10400 (Grades 6-8)
School Name Address & Website Carden Academy of Maui 55A Maka’ena Place, Pukalani 573-6651 www.cardenmaui.org
Preschool: AM/PM Care: 7:15am – 5:15pm
With our classical curriculum, Carden Academy offers a well-rounded education. Along with our proven academic courses, foreign language, PE, music, art, technology and drama are part of everyday life for our students.
Grades or Ages
School Enrollment
% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance
K-8
Maximum 154
HAIS, WAS
15%
Teacher/ Student Ratio
Tuition
Additional information
1:6
$600 (full time); part time tuition varies
We provide family-style developmentally appropriate childcare. We strive for a balance of different ages. We help to prepare the children for kindergarten. The school is a private classroom style setting with fenced outdoor play area.
School Name Address & Website Chez Sylvie 43 Kahope Place, Haiku 264-9287
Grades or Ages
School Enrollment
% receiving Accreditation tuition assistance
18 months through 6 years old
6
None
50%
AM/PM Care: 8:15 am–3:45 pm Potty Training: Not Required
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