How do I choose the right daycare in Kahului?

When choosing a daycare in Kahului, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Hawaii's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Hawaii) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

What types of daycare are available in Kahului?

Kahului offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities Headstart Programs — 3 facilities Church Daycare — 3 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Daycare Centers in Kahului, Hawaii (13 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Hawaii?

Daycare costs in Hawaii typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Kahului for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kahului

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

Kama'Aina Kids Ala Lani Preschool

4.49 score

4.8(8)

50 South Papa Avenue, Kahului, HI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 35 children

Parents consistently praise Kama'aina Kids Ala Lani for its caring, attentive staff and strong leadership under Director Heather. The facility is commended for convenient location and hours, excellent communication, creative curriculum, and creating a safe, nurturing environment where children thrive. One parent noted issues with administrative inflexibility regarding drop-off times.

Caring and attentive staffconvenient central locationextended hours including holidaysstrong communication via newsletter and app

Kahului Union Church Preschool

4.39 score

4.6(9)

101 West Kamehameha Avenue, Kahului, HI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 32 children

Note: The reviews provided are for the church facility, not the preschool program specifically. Reviewers consistently praise the church as welcoming, biblically grounded, and community-oriented, with a Gospel-centered approach and multilingual services available.

Welcoming congregationGospel-centered teachingstrong biblical foundationuplifting worship

Daycare Centers in Kahului, Hawaii

There are 13 daycare centers in Kahului, Hawaii. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Kahului, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 13 all daycares in Kahului, Hawaii. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Kahului, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Hawaii's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Hawaii)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Kahului offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
Church Daycare — 3 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities

Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Daycare costs in Hawaii typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Kahului for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Kahului must be licensed by Hawaii's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

13 Daycare Centers in Kahului, Hawaii

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kahului

Top Rated

Kama'Aina Kids Ala Lani Preschool

Kahului Union Church Preschool

Maui Evangelical Church Preschool

Kahului Baptist Preschool

Christ The King Preschool

Headstart - Maui Community College

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Daycare types in Kahului

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