48 | www.mauifamilymagazine.com School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Akamai Kids Club Preschool 100 Kulanihakoi St. Kihei • 808-893-0303 akamaikidsclub@gmail.com www.akamaikidsclub.com 1:6 Pricing varies by program, $500-$1300 At Akamai Kids Club Preschool, children enjoy a loving environment that fosters positive feelings of self-worth and respect. Social, physical, intellectual development, and a sense of independence are gained through opportunities to make decisions and problem solve Half day 8-12, Full day 8-3, Extended care until 5pm Potty Training: Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3 - 6 yrs. 24 DHS Licensed School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional inform ation Aloha Kai Academy 954 Baldwin Ave., Paia • 808-283-3220 1:5 Infant-Toddler, 1:10 Preschool Infant $1550 Toddler $1350 3-7 $1000 Drop in: $60/day preschool $65/day toddler We incorporate necessary aspects of your child’s devel opment 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! Call for rates with tuition assistance. AM/PM Care: 8:00am – 4:30pm Potty Training: Required for Aloha Kai Academy preschool classroom, potty training assistance offered for Aloha Kai Academy Infant toddler classroom. Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 12 mos.–3 yrs.; 3–7 yrs. 10 I/T, 20 preschool None 40% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Carden Academy of Maui 55 Maka’ena Place, Pukalani • 808-573-6651 www.cardenmaui.org 1:17 $11,955 (Pre-K) $14,055 (K–5) $15,095 (6–8) Carden Academy of Maui is committed to educating the whole child through a balance of academic excellence, character development, and enrichment through the arts in a nurturing, small classroom setting. "I want children to learn and to enjoy learning. Life is a joy, so should be learning." –Mae Carden Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance PreK–8 Maximum 172 HAIS, WASC 25% The Maui School Guide makes it quick and easy to find the best school for your family. Please note that all information listed is subject to change. Explore our Online Maui School Guide to find local education options on your own time, 24/7, and with no pressure. For more information, visit: mauifamilymagazine.com/maui-school-guide
Children of the Rainbow Preschool
Baker Street, Lahaina
LUMCRainbow@aol.com
808-661-8281
1:8
Children’s
Kanakanui
Children of the Rainbow Preschool provides the community with high-quality Early Childhood Education for children ages 3-5 years old. Our curriculum is focused on promoting growth in all areas of development through planned activities and learning experiences.
AM/PM Care: 7:30am–3:00pm Potty Training: Required
Children’s Garden is a quality non-profit preschool/daycare
emphasizes academics and social and communication
and offers language, creative movement and reading programs. We nurture children with love, care, guidance, patience, and understanding.
AM/PM Care: 7:30am–5:30pm Potty Training: Not Required
Christ the King Child Development
Christ the King Child Development Center is a learning com munity. It’s
AM/PM Care: 7:15am–3:00pm Potty Training: Required
Doris Todd Christian Academy has served the families of Maui
provided a Christ-centered education for over
nurturing
Preschool: AM/PM Care: 7:30am–5:00pm
Potty Training: Required
Preschool:
Potty
Care: 7:00am–5:00pm
Required
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142
•
www.thechildrenoftherainbow.com
$600/month
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3–5 years 36 NAEYC 10% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information
Garden 2140
Rd., Kihei 808-879-8786 Average 1:7 (varies depending on age) Varies
that
skills,
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2–6 years 41 per day Licensed Group Child Care Center 10% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information
Center 211 Kaulawahine St., Kahului 808-877-3587 • ctkps@hawaiiantel.net 1:8 to 1:12 (depending on age of child) $7750/year (7:15a–3:00p);
more than little kids; it’s families and little kids.
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2.5–6 years 22 In Process 25% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Doris Todd Christian School (PK–8) & Maui Christian Academy (9–12) 519 Baldwin Avenue, Paia • 808-579-9237 www.doristoddchristian.org 1:18 $8,078-8,756
and
60 years. Our loving,
teachers, give students a safe, high academic learning environment where each student cultivates faith, love, moral integrity, and academic excellence.
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance Preschool–Grade 12 250 ACSI , WASC 11% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Emmanuel Lutheran School & Preschool 520 West One Street, Kahului 808-873-6339 (Preschool) • 873-6334 (School) www.els-maui.org 1:12 (Preschool); 1:20 (School) Preschool $7300 Grades K-5: $7100 Grades 6-8: $8100 The purpose of Emmanuel Lutheran School is to provide a high-quality, Christ-centered education. Emmanuel Lutheran’s mission is to B.L.E.S.S. – Believe – Love - Educate - Serve –Share. Emmanuel Lutheran School is accredited by WASC.
AM/PM
Training:
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance Preschool: 3–5 yrs.; Grades K–8th 36 (Preschool); 184 (School) WASC 35%
Fun, 2, 3 Preschool is a small play-based program in a rural setting. Fun, 2, 3 Preschool builds a strong foundation for learning through
exploration, social skills and community building.
AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm Potty Training: Not Required
Haleakala Waldorf School provides a developmentally based
Academics are taught through artistic and creative experience. Students learn to love learning, to express their innate creativity in thinking as well as in doing, to live with reverence for life, to serve as self-directed, engaged members of the greater community, and are prepared to thrive in the global 21st century.
is Hawai’i’s largest public charter school with campuses on Maui (Kihei), Kaua'i, O’ahu, and Hawai’i Island. Their blended learning model includes face-to-face and virtual instruction, as well as independent learning. Experiential learning is at the core of how HTA does school differently and students engage in a variety of field study and work-based opportunities. HTA is "an innovative learning community that empowers students to become creative, critical thinkers and enables them to determine their unique paths to success."
School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Fun, 2, 3 Preschool 8992 Kula Hwy., Kula at St. John's 808-878-6068 1:7 $800/mo. (FT); $420–690/mo. (PT)
curiosity,
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2–6 years 23 per day None 10% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Haleakala Waldorf School 4160 Lower Kula Rd., Kula • 808-878-2511 waldorfmaui.org 1:24 (G1-G12) 17,300 (Grade 1-5) $18,000 (Grades 6-8) $19,700 (Grades 9-12)
curriculum.
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance Grades 1-12 300 WECAN, WASC, HAIS, & AWSNA 45% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Hawaii Technology Academy 535 Lipoa Parkway, Suite 200 Kihei, HI 96753 • 808-445-6617 myhta.org 1:18 Free HTA
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance Grades K–12 1,400 students statewide WASC 16.5% qualify for Free/Reduced Lunch School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Holy Innocents’ Preschool 561 Front Street, Lahaina • 808-667-9058 www.holyimaui.org/preschool.html 1:12 Please call for rates. Holy Innocents Preschool has a long-held reputation for quality early childhood education. Daily classes are held behind Holy Innocents Episcopal Church in its Parish Hall and courtyard, complete with tree house. AM/PM Care: 7:30am-2:30pm or 9:30am-4:30pm Potty Training: Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3–5 years 34 NAEYC 20% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Horizons Academy of Maui 2680 Wai Wai Place, Kihei 808-575-2954 • www.horizonsacademy.org 1:1 Varies Horizons Academy is the only private, non-profit, applied behavior analytic special education school in Maui County. Empowering, challenging and supporting our students to achieve educational, life, social, and vocational goals. Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance Grades K–12 & Adult Program 15 In process N/A School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Iao Preschool 2371 West Vineyard St., Wailuku 808-242-1995 • www.iaoucc.org 1:8 $775/month Iao Preschool is committed to developing the whole child. Emotional, social, cognitive, physical and spiritual growth are parts of the wholeness we seek. AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm Potty Training: Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3–5 years 40 NAEYC 25% Maui School Guide
51 | www.mauifamilymagazine.com Celebrating 16 Years 2006 — 2022 740 Haiku Road • Haiku, HI 96708 • (808) 250-7988 “We wanted a place that would encourage our daughter to find the joy in learning and would provide a nurturing community for her to grow in. Ollie comes home singing new songs every day and talking about her friends and teachers with such excitement! At Roots, we found exactly what we were looking for, and so much more!” – Caitlin Mates, Roots parent Accredited by the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges office@rootsmaui.org www.rootsmaui.org • Preschool – 6th grade • Small school environment with individualized attention • A focus on social and emotional learning • Inspiring, caring and talented teachers • Arts-integrated project-based curriculum • Tuition Aid Program AD-RootsSchools_Dec2021_V02.indd 1 12/14/21 12:58 PM
Imua Inclusion Preschool is a relationship-based, play-based program where children who are typically developing and children with special needs learn together. Our curriculum emphasizes collaboration among children and adults. Our daily program is infused with a sense of place, honoring diverse cultures and values while celebrating life.
AM/PM Care: 7:30am–3:30pm After Care: 3:30pm–4:30pm Potty Training: Required
Ka’ahumanu Hou Christian School is committed to: “Changing Hearts To Renew The Mind” and “Establishing life long Christians in order to develop a Heritage of Faith with servitude to the church, community, and other.” Romans 12:2
been loving children for over
older
Children
Pre-K class
AM/PM care: 6:45am–5:15pm
Potty Training: Required
Kahului Hongwanji Preschool has been in operation for 46
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is
with 10 children
have 10–30 years of teaching
AM/PM Care: 7:00 am–5:00pm Potty Training: Required
class. All
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AM/PM Care: 7:15am–4:30pm
School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Imua Inclusion Preschool 161 S. Wakea Ave., Kahului 808-244-7467 • imuafamily.org 1:6 $975/month
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2 yrs., 8 mos.–5 yrs. 20 In process (NAEYC) 80% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Ka’ahumanu Hou Christian School 777 Maui Veterans Highway, Kahului 808-871-2477 • www.khcsmaui.com 1:12 $350/mo. (K–12)
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance Grades K–12 55 ACSI 25% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Kahului Baptist Preschool 309 South Puunene Avenue, Kahului 808-877-7243 • kahuluibaptistpreschool.com 1:8 $750/month We’ve
74 years!
are a gift from God and deserve our very best. We are a faith based preschool with a literacy based curriculum.
is offered to late born children and
four year olds.
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2 years, 8 months– 5 years 72 NAEYC 50% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Kahului Hongwanji Preschool 291 South Puunene, Kahului • 808-877-7998 khmpreschool@hotmail.com kahuluihongwanjipreschool.com 1:12 (not including aides) $875/month
years.
size
small,
per
teachers
experience.
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3–5 years 42 NAEYC (pending) 25% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Kahului Preschool, Kama’aina Kids 50 South Papa Ave., Kahului 808-877-7256 • www.kamaainakids.com Meet or exceeds all State of Hawaii Dept. of Human Services ratios for all age groups Please visit our webite for full tuition information
# 1 Childcare Provider for 15 years by the readers of the Hawaii Star Advertiser. Safe, nurturing environments with a variety of locations on Maui and O'ahu. AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm Potty Training: Not Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2–5 years Up to 55 NECPA Not Available School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Kahului Union Church Preschool 101 West Kamehameha Ave.,Kahului 808-871-6955 • preschool@kahuluiunion.org 1:12 $550 (half day option) - $725 (full day) KUC Preschool's curriculum is God-centered and fosters Christian beliefs while integrating art, music, physical and language development, math, science, social studies, and life skills into the daily program.
Potty Training: Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3–6 years 14 None 30% Maui School Guide
53 | www.mauifamilymagazine.com We do school differently 535 Lipoa Pkwy • KIHEI • 808-676-5444 • myhta.org NEW classrooms & facilities coming 2023 in the field, in the community, in class, online, on the job, in the lab, in the design studio, in the real world We learn K-12 public charter school = TUITION-FREE G4-12 full distance-learning program ADMISSIONSOPEN FEBRUARY2023
School
Kamehameha Schools Maui
275 ‘A‘apueo Pkwy., Pukalani • 808-572-3100 www.ksbe.edu/campus_education/campuses/maui_campus
Grades
Ages School Enrollment
1:20 (K–2nd); 1:24 (3rd–5th); 1:13-1:25 (6th–8th, 9th–12th)
$5046 (K-5th); $5194 (6th); $6208 (7th-12th)
% receiving tuition assistance
K–12 1100 HAIS, WASC 89%
School
Kamehameha Schools Preschool - 'A'apueo 275 ‘A‘apueo
Additional information
Growing aloha ‘āina warriors! Our Maui campus stands firm in its core value of ku‘upau and is committed to going the distance. Haum āna and kumu are set on personalized learning pathways that unleash their full potential allowing them to revive what it means to be proud and educated Hawaiians in the 21st century. Curriculum and culture are synonymous whether learning takes place in the classroom or on ‘āina. By embracing the wisdom of our k āpuna, each haum āna leaves our campus prepared to serve one’s community.
Additional information
Kamehameha Preschools strive to nurture the values of aloha, malama, and kuleana while continuing to provide a learning environment that is safe, educational, culturally grounded, enjoyable, and enriching.
AM/PM Care: Preschool hours are from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Potty Training: Required
Kamehameha Preschools strive to nurture the values of aloha, malama, and kuleana while continuing to provide a learning environment that is safe, educational, culturally grounded, enjoyable and enriching.
AM/PM Care: Preschool hours are from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Potty Training: Required
and kuleana while continuing to provide a learning environment that is safe, educational, culturally grounded, enjoyable and enriching.
AM/PM Care: Preschool hours are from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Potty Training: Required
Providing the support,
AM/PM Care: 7:30am–4:30pm, Mon.–Fri.
Training:
Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition
or
Accreditation
Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition
Pkwy., Pukalani • 808-573-9480 www.ksbe.edu 1:10 $3,764.00 (SY22-23 Tuition)
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3 & 4 year olds 28 NAEYC N/A School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Kamehameha Schools Preschool - Hana 5060 Uakea Rd., Hana • 808-573-9480 www.ksbe.edu 1:10 $3,764.00 (SY 22-23 Tuition)
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3 & 4 year olds 120 NAEYC N/A School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Kamehameha Schools Preschool - Paukukalo 661 Kaumuali'i St., Wailuku • 573-9480 www.ksbe.edu 1:10 $3,654.00 (SY 20-21 Tuition) Kamehameha Preschools strive to nurture the values of aloha, malama,
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3 & 4 year olds 120 NAEYC N/A School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Kansha Preschool Nisei Veterans Memorial Center 3 Go For Broke Place, Wailuku 808-242-5437 • kanshapreschool.net 1:8 $800/month (FT), $625/month (PT)
guidance, and tools necessary to engage children’s interests in learning and constructing knowledge based on meaningful experiences. We are co-located with the Maui Adult Day Care Oceanview Program in the Nisei Veterans Memorial Center, and have an intergenerational activities component in our curriculum relating to learning life skills.
Potty
Required. No diapers or pull-ups in use at home. Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2.8-5 years Up to 16 NAEYC 40% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Ke Kula 'O Pi'ilani 875 'Iao Valley Rd, Wailuku • 808-214-5006 www.kekulaopiilani.com 1:8 $8000/year Ke Kula 'o Pi'ilani is a Hawaiian immersion private school located in the heart of 'Iao Valley. Our mission is to nurture life-long learners and passionate community leaders by cultivating an enriching environment of academic excellence grounded in Hawaiian culture and values. Our educational philosophy is a unique blended approach; it is an intersection of high-touch and high-tech practices to develop 21st-century learners nimble in ancestral wisdom and modern day practices. Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance K-5 45 HAIS 93% Maui School Guide
55 | www.mauifamilymagazine.com Apply Today or Schedule a Tour Visit shsmaui.org/admissions or email yrichard@shsmaui.org • Google School for Education • One-to-One Laptop Instruction • House System • Learning Journeys • Making Connections • Spring Performances • Financial Aid Sacred Hearts School Excellence in Education. Foundations for Life. WASC, WCEA, & HAIS Accredited Early Learning through 12 Grade 239 Dickenson St., Lahaina, HI 96761 808.661.4720 • shsmaui.orgJ. Anthony Martinez Photography
Toddler Center: $880/
(FT),
$845/month (FT), $645/month (PT)
Awarded Preschool of the Year from the Hawaii Baptist Early Education Association in 2018. We are a church-based preschool actively teaching the Bible and sharing God’s love. We provide a nurturing Christian environment and a staff that love working with keiki and guiding them through the learning process. The philosophy of Creative Curriculum is that young children learn best by doing.
Hours: 7:15am–5:00pm
After School Care: 2:30pm–5:00pm
Potty Training: Yes, for Preschool. No, for Toddler Center.
Everyday, Kihei Charter School is building a
tomorrow. Our innovative approach to
is challenging outdated methods of educating our keiki. Through cutting-edge curriculum and game-changing technology, KCS is able to nurture a new generation of engaged learners and chart new horizons in education.
O'ahu.
AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:30pm
Training:
Care: 7:15am–4:00pm
AM/PM Care: 8:00am–5:00pm
56 | www.mauifamilymagazine.com School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Kihei Baptist Preschool & Toddler Center 1655 S. Kihei Rd., Kihei • 808-875-2112, x205 kiheibaptist.com 1:8
month
$700/ month (PT) Preschool:
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 24 months–5 years 36 NAEYC 30% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Kihei Public Charter School 650 Lipoa Parkway, Kihei 808-875-0700 • www.kiheicharter.org Varies $0
stronger, more diverse workforce for
learning
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance Grades K–12 715 WASC N/A School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Lahaina Preschool, Kama'aina Kids 553 Wainee Street, Lahaina 808-667-0422 • www.kamaainakids.com Meet or exceeds all State of Hawaii Dept. of Human Services ratios for all age groups Please visit our website for full tuition information Voted # 1 Childcare Provider for 15 years by the readers of the Hawaii Star Advertiser. Safe, nurturing environments with a variety of locations on Maui and
Potty
Not Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 6 weeks–8 years Up to 76 None Unavailable School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Little Explorers Maui Preschool 1050 Lower Main St, Wailuku 808-244-2112 • littleexplorersmaui@gmail.com www.littleexplorersmaui.com 1:6 $700–$900 Your keiki will use all 5 senses in activities which encourage them to discover, explore, share and learn. We enjoy circle time activities with reading, singing, and dancing. We provide what your child needs to be successful in their next level of education. AM/PM
Potty Training: Not Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2–5 years 36 In Process 25% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Little Hoku Montessori Academy 220 Moi Place, Kihei • www.littlehoku.com 1:9 Tuition Varies Little Hoku focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) activities by directing our toddlers in various Montessori activities to nourish their creativity and academics. AMI certified lead teacher. Equipped with air-conditioning, and a large grass gated outdoor area for children to play. Accept Pauahi Keiki Scholars (PKS).
Potty Training: Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3–6 years Maximum of 18 (Certified for 24) State Accredited N/A Maui School Guide
57 | www.mauifamilymagazine.com PreschooL & Kindergarten Ages 3-6 li t tl e ho ku.com 808-866-6072 Located at Lutheran C in North Kihei Little Hoku Montessori Academy Accepting State Financial Aid Now Accepting Applications! Visit littlehoku.com/schedules to see complete list of part-time schedule options and associated tuition fees. Full-Time 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. M-F Part-Time Schedules Available info@littlehoku.com
information
Little Monk Seal offers authentic Montessori education in a beautiful school. We are conveniently located in North Kihei. LMSM is a small school with a big heart.
AM/PM Care: 8:00am–2:45pm (school hours)
After School Classes: 2:45pm–3:30pm include Aerial Silks, Keiki Fitness, Arts and Crafts, Dance, Sports and Games
Potty Training: Required
At the Makawao Drop in Center each day is different with a fun curriculum designed to foster learning through play. In the
clean, brand new classroom, kids get to do art projects based on curriculum themes, storytime, free play with a broad range of fun toys, music, as well as dance and tumbling classes. Classes are 2.5 hours 2 days/week.
Part-time classes 2 days per week for 2.5 hours 9:30 a.m. to
Potty Training: Required
Pukalani.
AM/PM Care: 7:30am–2:30pm
Potty Training: Required
AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm
58 | www.mauifamilymagazine.com School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional
Little Monk Seal Montessori 300 Ohukai Rd., #206, Kihei 808-321-0028 • littlemonkseal.org 1:8 $1200/month
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2.8–6 years 24 NECPA in Process 50% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Makawao Drop in Center 29 Olinda Road, Makawao • 808-446-6928 https://makawaokids.vpweb.com 1:8 $350/month
sparkling
noon
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2-5 years 16 N/A N/A School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Makawao Hongwanji Preschool 223 Hiwalani Lp., Pukalani • 808-572-7883 1:5 Call for rates We are sponsored by Makawao Hongwanji Mission as an outreach to the needs of the community. We are located in a quiet neighborhood of
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3–5 years 16 Licensed by Dept. of Human Services N/A School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Makawao Preschool, Kama'aina Kids 55 Makawao Ave., Makawao • 808-572-2919 www.kamaainakids.com Meet or exceeds all State of Hawaii Dept. of Human Services ratios for all age groups Please visit our website for full tuition information Voted # 1 Childcare Provider for 15 years by the readers of the Hawaii Star Advertiser. Safe, nurturing environments with a variety of locations on Maui and Oahu.
Potty Training: Not Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2 years–5 years Up to 33 In Process Unavailable School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Malama Montessori 5 Alanui Place, Kula • 808-269-4429 MalamaMontessori.com 18 mos.–2.5 yrs: 1:6 3–5 yrs.: 1:8 Starts at $750/month Malama provides quality, child-centered, individualized education for children 18 months to 5 years. Through Montessori hands-on materials, students develop independence, confidence, self-direction, self-discipline, and a life-long love of learning. AM/PM Care: Full Day Potty Training: Not Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 18 mos.–5 years 24 N/A 20% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Maui Adventist School (Hawaii Mission Academy) 261 S. Puunene Ave, Kahului • 808-877-7813 www.hmamaui.org 1:8 $7200/year Maui Adventist School, now Hawaii Mission Academy, is committed to providing its students with a Christian education in a safe envi ronment. Our goal is to provide learning experiences for spiritual, intellectual, physical, emotional, and social growth. Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance Grades K–8 22 HAIS, NCPSA, North Amer. Div. of Seventh Day Adventists 100% Maui School Guide
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Maui School Guide
Hawaii’s educational pipeline, anchored by learning standards
exams, is grounded in principles and programs designed to produce lifelong learners, caring and ethical citizens and a college-and-career-ready populace. Tailored programs support students with special needs and accelerate and accommodate gifted students.
# 1 Childcare Provider for 15 years by the readers of the Hawaii Star Advertiser. Safe, nurturing environments with a variety
locations on Maui and O'ahu.
AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm
Potty Training: Not Required
Maui Prep is celebrating 17 years as a private, independent college preparatory school located in the Napili neighborhood of Lahaina. Maui Prep’s vision and mission encompass relationships, empowerment, and relevance, with a focus on our core character
of 10 Commitments to Living Aloha. Maui Prep incorporates foundational learning with a rigorous project-based learning curriculum that utilizes relevant 21st-century technology and prepares our students for the next step in higher education.
Potty Training: Required
Potty
60 | www.mauifamilymagazine.com School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Maui County Public Schools www.hawaiipublicschools.org Varies Free
and
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance K–12 Varies WASC N/A School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Maui Evangelical (Hina) Preschool, Kama'aina Kids 256 Hina Avenue, Kahului • 808-877-6604 www.kamaainakids.com Meet or exceeds all State of Hawaii Dept. of Human Services ratios for all age groups Please visit our website for full tuition information Voted
of
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2–5 years Up to 28 None Unavailable School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Maui Preparatory Academy 4910 Honoapi‘ilani Highway, Lahaina 808-665-9966 • www.mauiprep.org 1:18 Please call for 2022-2023 tuition rates.
values
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance Preschool–Grade 12 300 HAIS, WASC, NAIS 30% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information M.E.O. Head Start 99 Mahalani Street, Wailuku • 808-249-2988 www.meoinc.org/programs-services/early-childhood-services www.facebook.com/MEOHeadStart 1:10 (minimal) Free (family must meet the Head Start selection criteria) Head Start provides Early Childhood development services to families that meet the federal poverty guidelines and selection criteria. Children who will be 3 or 4 by July 31, 2023 are eligible for enrollment in August 2023. Beginning February 1, 2023, the Head Start Program will be accepting applications for the 2023/24 school year. AM/PM Care: Hours vary by center, exception 12:00 pm on Fridays Potty Training: Not Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3–5 years Varies NHSA Region IX HSA; HAS – Hawai`i 100% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information M.E.O. Kahi Kamali`i Infant/Toddler Center 99 Mahalani Street, Wailuku • 808-249-2988 www.meoinc.org/programs-services/early-childhood-services facebook.com/KahiKamalii 1:5 $1300 Parent / legal guardian to complete an application at the MEO Early Childhood Services office. For more information, please contact the MEO Early Childhood Services department at 249-2988. Infant/Toddler Center AM/PM Care: 7:30am – 4:00pm, exception 12:00pm Fridays
Training: Not Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 1–3 years 15 None Approx. 80%
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of
Additional information
The Montessori School of Maui provides a comprehensive curriculum from early childhood into adolescence by following the principles, spirit and philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori’s method of education. Through this effort, the School looks to encourage
thinking, cultivate inquisitive minds and empower children to actively participate in their rapidly changing environment and unpredictable future.
Preschool AM/PM Care: 7:30am–8:00am & 3:00pm–5:30pm
Potty Training: Not Required
“Changing Hearts To Renew The Mind” and “Establishing life long Christians in order to
AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm
Training: Not Required for
Heritage of
12:2
Piaget School of Maui is the one & only I/T licensed private-school center in Central Maui — providing Premier Montessori-Inspired Curriculum for Babies & Toddlers.
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Montessori School
Maui 2933 Baldwin Avenue, Makawao • 808-573-0374 www.momi.org 1:12 $15,800 - $18,600
critical
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 18 months–Grade 8 249 HAIS, WASCLicensed by: HCPS, DHS 38% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Noah’s Ark Preschool 777 Maui Veterans Hwy., Kahului • 808-871-2477 www.khcsandnoahsarkmaui.com 1:8 (2 yrs.); 1:12 (3–4 yrs.) $700 (FT, 2 yrs.); $650 (FT, 3–5 yrs.); Limited PT Space
develop a
Faith with servitude to the church, community, and other.” Romans
Potty
2 years old Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2–5 years 65 In Process 25% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Piaget School of Maui 1931 E. Vineyard Street, #100, Wailuku • 808-856-0600 www.EjbEducationalServices.com 1:4 $1500/month
Call us to schedule a tour of our beautiful facility.Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 12-36 months 8 25% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Piilani Preschool, Kama'aina Kids 10 Manino Circle, Kihei 808-874-8844 • www.kamaainakids.com Meet or exceeds all State of Hawaii Dept. of Human Services ratios for all age groups Please visit our website for full tuition information Voted # 1 Childcare Provider for 15 years by the readers of the Hawaii Star Advertiser. Safe, nurturing environments with a variety of locations on Maui and Oahu. AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:30pm Potty Training: Not Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 6 weeks–Under 6 years Up to 82 NECPA Unavailable School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Punana Leo O Maui Maui - 103 S. High St, Wailuku • 800-498-4979 ext. 2 Lahaina - 535 Waine’e St., Lahaina • 800-498-4979 ext. 2 Hana - 5060 Uakea Rd., Hana • 800-498-4979 ext. 2 www.ahapunanaleo.org 1:12 $9,350 Annual (Which may be paid in monthly installments of $850) E Ola Ka ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i The Hawaiian Language Shall Live ‘Aha Pānana Leo has always strived to ensure that the Hawaiian Language lives. Rooted in our mission to drive and inspire change to ensure a living Hawaiian language in Hawai‘i and beyond, our organization is dedicated to the people we serve. We span across 13 different locations throughout the Hawaiian islands and have three unique programs. AM/PM Care: 7:30am–3:30pm Potty Training: Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3–5 years Wailuku: 30; Hana: 24; Lahaina: 23 NAEYC, WINHEC 90% Maui School Guide
School
Roots School
740 Haiku Road, Haiku • 808-250-7988 rootsmaui.org • office@rootsmaui.org
1:20 (K–6th) 1:10 (Preschool) $8850
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance
Preschool–6th Grade Preschool: 19 K–6th: 54 WASC, HAIS Preschool: 47% K–6th: 11%
School
Sacred Hearts School 239 Dickenson Street Lahaina 808-661-4720 • www.shsmaui.org
Anthony Preschool
Tuition
1:25 $8000 (K–5th); $8450 (6–8th); $7300 (FT PreK); $6000 (PT
Additional information
Roots School Mission: Through experiential and academic learning, we encourage students to integrate creativity, critical thinking, integrity and compassion to engage collaboratively and realize their potential as unique, fulfilled individuals.
School Hours: Preschool and 4th-6th Grade: 8:45am–2:45pm (M,T,TH,F) K–3rd Grade: 9:00am–3:00pm (M,T,TH,F); Wednesday Pick-Up -Preschool and 4th-6th Grade: 2:15 p.m., K-3rd Grade: 2:30 p.m.
Additional information
Celebrating 160 years of education on the Westside. Sacred Hearts School is proud to carry on the legacy of excellence that
evident in the quality of students graduating from our middle school. We develop kids with character.
Preschool: PM Care: 2:15pm–4:00pm, No AM
Training: Required
Seabury Hall upholds a tradition of excellence in academics, the arts, athletics, community service and extra-curricular involvement. The school is committed to develop both the student’s character and intellect in a supportive and caring environment.
St. Anthony Preschool provides a Catholic education
with the St. Anthony
AM/PM Care: 7:15am - 3:00pm
Training: Required
Anthony School is
The Middle School
Catholic
School,
Catholic-
High School, 9–12: A culmination of 21st
education and Christian-Catholic values,
graduate leaves St. Anthony ready for the
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Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition
Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio
PreK)
is
care Potty
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance Preschool–8th Grade 218 WASC, WCEA 37% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Seabury Hall 480 Olinda Road, Makawao 808-572-7235 • www.seaburyhall.org 1:10 $23,050/year
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance Grades 5–12 510 WASC, HAIS 31% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information St.
1627-B Mill St., Wailuku 808-242-9024 • sap@hawaii.rr.com 1:8 $900/month (7:15a–3:00p)
enabling students to develop positive attitudes and habits for growing, living, and learning. We share a campus
grade school, middle school, and high school.
Potty
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3–5 years 48 NAEYC 35% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information St. Anthony School 1618 Lower Main St., Wailuku School Office: 808-244-4190 www.sasmaui.com 1:15 $8000 (K–5); $10,000 (6); $11,500 (7); $13,000 (8); $14,800 (9–11); $15,000 (12) St.
a
faith community. We believe in the development of the whole child, spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, socially, physically, and culturally. Middle
6–8:
curriculum encourages progressive critical thinking, collaboration and tolerance with
Christian values.
century
each
world. Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance K–12 277 WASC, WCEA, HAIS 45%
Maui
AM/PM Care: 7:00am–3:00pm Potty Training: Required
believe that each child
their
and spiritual
AM/PM Care: 7:30am–4:45pm
Potty Training: Required
in
Tutu and Me aims to meet the developmental needs of young
and to support the grandparents and caregivers.
teams, comprised of early childhood educators, travel to pre-selected communities where they set up, conduct, and facilitate the program.
AM/PM Care: 8:30am–10:30am
Potty Training: Not Required
AM/PM Care: 7:30am–4:30pm
Potty Training: Required
AM/PM Care: 7:00am–3:00pm
Potty Training: Required
AM/PM Care:
School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information St. Joseph Early Learning Center 1294 Makawao Ave., Makawao 808-572-6235 • www.sjsmaui.org 1:9 $650/month (7:00a–3:00p) Serving upcountry
families for more than 34 years.
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2 years, 9 months–5 years 27 NAEYC 54% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information The Preschool at Kapalua 5960 L. Honoapiilani Rd., Lahaina 808-669-5577 • thepreschoolatkapalua.com 1:12 Call for tuition We
is made
the image of the infinitely loving and creative God. To this end, we are here to help the children develop
full physical, emotional, social, intellectual,
potentials.
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3–5 years 31 per day None 10% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Tutu and Me Traveling Preschool Upcountry, Kahului, Kihei, and Lahaina (Mon & Wed – Upcountry & Lahaina; Tues & Thurs – Kihei & Kahului) 808-249-2430 • www.pidfoundation.org Caregiver comes with the child Free
children
Teaching
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance Birth–5 years 50 per site None N/A School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Wailuku Hongwanji Mission 144 Kaniela Street, Wailuku 808-244-9545 • whpreschool808@gmail.com 1:10 (6 on staff) $825 per month We are committed to providing a positive, loving, safe, and healthy environment to encourage your child’s religious, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development to the fullest potential. Parents provide lunch and AM/PM snacks.
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2.8 years-5 years old 38 children/ license capacity 65 NAEYC 35% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Wailuku Union Preschool 327 South High Street, Wailuku 808-242-5950 1:8 $1000 per month Wailuku Union Preschool provides a Christian learning environment that ministers to the needs of the whole child. This includes a loving, positive, supportive, safe, and healthy environment that encourages the growth of your child in all areas of development.
Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 2–6 Years 16 NAEYC 90% School Name Address & Website Teacher/ Student Ratio Tuition Additional information Waipuna Chapel Preschool 17 Omaopio Rd., Kula • 808-878-6343 www.waipunachapel.com/preschool 1:6 Call for rates Waipuna Chapel Preschool staff have 40 years combined teaching experience. They have created a place for children to learn about God’s love, be loved, and love to learn.
No Potty Training: Required Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance 3–5 years 24 In process 40% Maui School Guide
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