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483 Daycare Centers in Hawaii

Browse 483 daycare centers across Hawaii. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Hawaii

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Hawaii can make the decision-making process smoother.

Hawaii has about 483 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Hawaii. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Hawaii

There are 483 daycares in Hawaii: 96 headstart facilities, 103 before/after school centers, 99 religious facility daycares, and 185 childcare and preschool centers.

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St. Philomena'S Infant/Toddler Center
Church Daycare
4.8

Reviews are primarily about the church itself rather than daycare services. Most reviewers praise the welcoming community and religious activities, though one reviewer reported experiencing unwelcoming behavior. Limited information is available specifically about infant/toddler care quality.

Friendly and welcoming parishionersstrong faith communityreligious programming
Address
3300 Ala Laulani Street, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 839-1876
Hawaii Kai Church Early Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.8

Hawaii Kai Church Early Learning Center receives nearly universal praise for its preschool and early learning programs, with parents highlighting caring staff and a welcoming community environment. The facility is part of a church community that emphasizes Bible-based teaching and has built a strong reputation for spiritual growth and hospitality. One parent expressed concern about a sermon topic from 2021.

Caring and loving staffwelcoming and friendly communitys
Address
265 Lunalilo Home Road, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 395-9494
Makiki Christian Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8
Address
829 Pensacola Street, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 594-8916
New Hope Christian School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

New Hope Christian School in Waipahu is highly rated by attendees who praise its welcoming community atmosphere and spiritual focus. Parents consistently highlight the quality of children's ministry, childcare services during Sunday services, and the strong sense of family and belonging. The church emphasizes community building through small groups, worship, and outreach programs.

welcoming environmentquality children's ministrychildcare availability during services
Address
94-050 Farrington Hwy, Waipahu, HI
Phone
(808) 678-3778
Castle Medical Center Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

This facility is not a daycare center but rather a medical facility (Castle Medical Center/Castle Adventist Health). The reviews are from patients receiving medical services including emergency care, labor and delivery, and diagnostic procedures. Patients consistently praise the compassionate, professional staff and quality of care.

Friendly and compassionate staffclear communicationpatient comfort prioritized
Address
640 Ulukahiki Street, Kailua, HI
Phone
(808) 263-5210
Head Start- Jack Hall
Headstart Programs
4.7
Address
94-827 Kuhaulua Street, Waipahu, HI
Phone
(808) 671-2488
Ark Of Safety Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Ark of Safety Christian Academy receives highly positive reviews, with parents praising the welcoming staff, spiritual environment, and positive experiences for children attending Bible school and church services. The facility is described as an anointed place with caring staff and strong community fellowship. One reviewer expressed concern about money-related practices.

Friendly and helpful staffchildren happy and engagedstrong spiritual teaching
Address
87-227 St. Johns Road, Waianae, HI
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kahului Union Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6

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 foundation
Address
101 West Kamehameha Avenue, Kahului, HI
Phone
(808) 871-6955
St. John'S Catholic Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6

St. John's Catholic Preschool in Mililani receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the parish community, clergy, and staff. However, one parent reported being rejected for baptism services and felt unwelcome when inquiring about preschool enrollment due to not being an active church member.

Friendly and welcoming staffspiritually enlightened clergysupportive community
Address
95-370 Kuahelani Avenue, Mililani, HI
Phone
(808) 623-3332
Waikiki Community Center - Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents praise the preschool program for its structured, nurturing approach and exceptional teachers who create memorable learning experiences. Staff members like Miss Pam and Miss Briana receive particular recognition for their compassion and dedication to child development. Parents highly recommend the center and wish it offered grades beyond preschool.

Nurturing and firm teaching approachstructured curriculumexceptional individual teachers
Address
310 Paoakalani Avenue, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 923-1802
Waikiki Community Center (I/T Center)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents praise the preschool program for its structured, nurturing approach and compassionate staff who create memorable experiences for children. Teachers are described as firm yet caring, making transitions to school easier for families. The facility also offers various community programs including fitness classes and support groups.

Structured curriculumnurturing and compassionate staffmemorable learning experiences
Address
310 Paoakalani Avenue, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 923-1802
Kcaa Wai-Kahala Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

One parent describes the staff as family-like and praises the location, buildings, and sandboxes. Another parent highlights the separate age-specific classrooms, diaper acceptance for two-year-olds, and experience-based creative curriculum as key benefits.

staff feel like familygood locationnice buildings
Address
1261 Pueo Street, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 732-1755
Maui Prince Kids Club
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

These reviews appear to be mismatched to this daycare facility, as they primarily describe a private golf club and resort rather than a school-based daycare center. The reviews consistently praise amenities, staff friendliness, and facilities, but do not address childcare services, educational programs, or child-related care.

Friendly and helpful staffbeautiful facilities and groundshigh-quality amenities
Address
5400 Makena Alanui Drive, Wailea, HI
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Head Start- Helemano Army
Headstart Programs
4.5

HEAD START- HELEMANO ARMY receives strong praise from most parents, with children enjoying their time and forming friendships. Staff are generally described as caring, accommodating, and supportive. One parent expressed concern about trustworthiness without elaboration, and another noted the receptionist appeared unwelcoming.

caring staffwell-trained teacherschildren enjoy attending
Address
Bldg 327 Paalaa-Uka-Pupukea Road, Wahiawa, HI
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Seagull School At Ko Olina
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents highlight the school's nurturing environment, small class sizes, and clean facilities, noting that children feel safe and happy while developing key skills like counting and potty training. One reviewer mentions a neutral experience, but others express strong satisfaction with the caring staff and administrative support.

small class sizescaring teachersclean environment
Address
92-1415 Aliinui Dr., Kapolei, HI
Phone
(808) 671-6999
St. Anthony Afterschool Care Program
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

The reviews provided appear to be primarily about St. Anthony Church rather than its afterschool care program specifically. Parents praise the welcoming community, peaceful atmosphere, and trustworthiness of the parish. Few reviews directly address the daycare services.

Kind and faithful staffbeautiful and peaceful facilitywelcoming community
Address
640 Puuhale Road, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 845-2769
Wesley Children Program (I/T Center)
Church Daycare
4.5

One parent highlights the enjoyment of the petting zoo and the welcoming nature of the congregation, while another reports a lack of communication after paying an application fee a year ago.

petting zoo for kidsloving congregation
Address
1350 Hunakai Street, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 737-3444
Wesley Children'S Prog - Afterschool
Church Daycare
4.5

One parent highlights the petting zoo and the congregation's supportive nature, while another reports a lack of response after paying an application fee. The few reviews so far mention both engaging activities and administrative difficulties. Pros include the petting zoo and a loving community atmosphere. Cons include unresponsive application processes and application fees with no follow-up.

petting zooloving congregation
Address
1350 Hunakai Street, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 737-3444
Wesley Childrens Program (Preschool)
Church Daycare
4.5

One parent highlights the program's petting zoo and loving congregation, while another reports an unresponsive application process involving a paid fee.

petting zooloving congregation
Address
1350 Hunakai Street, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 737-3444
Kamehameha Schools Afterschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents praise Kamehameha Schools Afterschool Program for its beautiful, well-maintained Maui campus with stunning views and excellent facilities. Reviewers highlight the quality education, Hawaiian cultural programming including music and language classes, kind and respectful staff, and safe, secure environment. The school is noted as an important educational opportunity for the Native Hawaiian community.

Beautiful campus with stunning viewswell-maintained groundsquality teachers
Address
275 Aapueo Parkway, Pukalani, HI
Phone
(808) 572-3100
Camp Grande-Wailea
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

These reviews appear to be for a luxury resort hotel (Grand Wailea), not a daycare center. The reviews describe guest experiences at a Waldorf Astoria Resort in Wailea, Hawaii, with consistently high ratings praising staff hospitality, amenities, and beach access.

Friendly and accommodating staffbeautiful grounds and ocean viewsexcellent pool and water slide facilities
Address
3850 Wailea Alanui, Wailea, HI
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Seagull School- Kapolei
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents highlight the facility as a supportive environment that helps children develop social skills and prepares them for school, while one reviewer reports significant billing disputes and unresolved financial issues. The majority of feedback emphasizes the quality of staff and the campus, whereas a single complaint details administrative errors and delayed refunds.

Amazing staffsupportive campusexcellent learning environment
Address
531 Farrington Hwy, Kapolei, HI
Phone
(808) 674-1444
Family Support Services Early Head Start Teen Parent Center
Headstart Programs
4.4
Address
74-5000 Puohulihuli Street, Suite J-102, Kailua-Kona, HI
Phone
(865) 808-4300
Kama'Aina Kids - Honolulu
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Kama'aina Kids Honolulu receives mostly positive reviews praising teacher quality, detailed curriculum with daily updates to parents, and convenient location. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving lack of communication about their child's injury and unauthorized billing practices.

Experienced and engaged teachers with education backgroundsdetailed lesson plans with daily photo updatesstructured learning in language/literacy/STEAM
Address
930 Lunalilo Street, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 599-2807
Kama'Aina Kids - Honolulu Toddler Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Kama'aina Kids Honolulu Toddler Program receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the engaged and educated staff, structured curriculum with detailed lesson plans, convenient location, and safe learning environment. However, one negative review describes failure to report a child's injury, lack of parental communication, and unauthorized billing practices.

Experienced and caring staffstructured preschool curriculum with documented lesson plan
Address
930 Lunalilo Street, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 599-2807
Kama'Aina Kids- St Marks
Church Daycare
4.4

Parents highlight the loving teachers and engaging activities that help spirited toddlers develop independence and social skills. Conversely, one parent criticizes the classroom environment for lacking organization and nurture, citing a high teacher-to-child ratio that leads to chaos, unsupervised bathroom use, and frequent yelling.

Loving teachersfun activitieshappy kids
Address
539 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 734-6112
Kama'Aina Kids St. Marks Infant/Toddler Program
Church Daycare
4.4

Some parents report that teachers successfully nurture spirited toddlers, fostering independence and cognitive growth through fun activities. Conversely, one family describes the environment as lacking organization and emotional warmth, citing a high teacher-to-child ratio that contributes to chaos and harsh disciplinary methods.

loving teachersfun activitieshappy kids
Address
539 Kapahulu Avenue, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 734-6112
Manoa Valley Church - Afterschool Program
Church Daycare
4.4

One parent highlights the responsive and friendly administrative staff, noting a seamless voicemail-to-phone callback experience. Another family appreciates the organization's honesty and the quality of prepared meals, which provided them with peace of mind, while a fourth comment focuses solely on the building's exterior architecture.

responsive and friendly staffhonest operationsquality prepared meals
Address
2728 Huapala Street, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 988-3271
Manoa Valley Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.4

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Address
2728 Huapala Street, Honolulu, HI
Phone
(808) 988-3271
Newtown Estates  Community Assoc - Afterschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Newtown Estates Community Association Afterschool Program is praised for its excellent facilities and friendly staff. Parents highlight the variety of recreational amenities and suitability for family activities and events. The facility has a strong community presence, including a 48-year history of supporting Boy Scouts.

Friendly and nice staffmini gymswimming pool
Address
98-456 Kaahele Street, Aiea, HI
Phone
(808) 487-3806

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Frequently asked questions

There are 483 all daycares across Hawaii. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Hawaii are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Hawaii's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Hawaii, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Hawaii sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Hawaii vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.