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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Kahului, HI

Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Kahului. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Kahului, Hawaii at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
26
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Kahului has 6 licensed child daycare & preschools with 26 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 71% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 96732 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

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.

  1. 1
    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
  2. 2
    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

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Kahului

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Kahului, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.27avg rating
6 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

4.3avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Kahului zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9673213
4.5
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Kahului (20–87 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Kahului based on parent reviews

Kahului Baptist Preschool

4.8(2)

309 Puunene Avenue, Kahului, HI

One parent with teaching experience highlights the school's strong communication, organization, and community, noting that teachers are dedicated and students form close bonds, resulting in a child who loves attending. Another parent reports that the staff is fantastic with their twins.

outstanding communicationorganizationstrong sense of community

Christ The King Preschool

5(1)

211 Kaulawahine Street, Kahului, HI

Grace Bible Christian Preschool

3(1)

635 South Hina Avenue, Kahului, HI

One parent reports that the Grace Bible Christian Preschool in Kahului appears to be closed on a specific day, raising questions about operational consistency. With no other feedback available, the school's current status and reliability remain unclear to prospective families.

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Daycare types in Kahului

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

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Kahului, Hawaii

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Kahului, Hawaii, making up 46% of the 13 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Kahului have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 71% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 26 parent reviews.

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.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Kahului

Showing 6 results

Christ The King Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
211 Kaulawahine Street, Kahului, HI
Phone
(808) 877-3587
Kahului Baptist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent with teaching experience highlights the school's strong communication, organization, and community, noting that teachers are dedicated and students form close bonds, resulting in a child who loves attending. Another parent reports that the staff is fantastic with their twins.

outstanding communicationorganizationstrong sense of community
Address
309 Puunene Avenue, Kahului, HI
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Grace Bible Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent reports that the Grace Bible Christian Preschool in Kahului appears to be closed on a specific day, raising questions about operational consistency. With no other feedback available, the school's current status and reliability remain unclear to prospective families.

Address
635 South Hina Avenue, Kahului, HI
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Emmanuel Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
520 West One Street, Kahului, HI
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Noah'S Ark Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
777 Mokulele Highway, Kahului, HI
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kahului Hongwanji Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
291 South Puunene Avenue, Kahului, HI
Phone
(808) 877-7998

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Kahului, Hawaii, out of 13 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Kahului have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 71% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
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.