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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Kailua Kona, HI

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Kailua Kona. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Kailua Kona, Hawaii at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.3/5
Parent reviews
5
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Kailua Kona offers 5 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.3/5.The largest concentration is in 96740 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Kailua Kona

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Kailua Kona, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.25avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Headstart Programs

4.4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Kailua Kona zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
967408
4.3
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Kailua Kona (8–150 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Kailua Kona based on parent reviews

Creative Day Preschool

5(3)

74-4981 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, HI

Reviewers highlight the facility's expansive outdoor space, structured schedule, and small group learning as key benefits for their children. Parents also note the supportive staff and convenient operating hours, though one family mentions a waitlist for enrollment.

large outdoor play areastructured daily routinesmall group instruction

Ohana Keiki Daycare Center - Salvation Army

3.5(2)

75-223 Kalani Street, Kailua-Kona, HI

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Daycare types in Kailua Kona

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Kailua Kona, Hawaii

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Kailua Kona, Hawaii, making up 63% of the 8 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 Kailua Kona have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 5 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Kailua Kona, 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 Kailua Kona

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Creative Day Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reviewers highlight the facility's expansive outdoor space, structured schedule, and small group learning as key benefits for their children. Parents also note the supportive staff and convenient operating hours, though one family mentions a waitlist for enrollment.

large outdoor play areastructured daily routinesmall group instruction
Address
74-4981 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, HI
Phone
(808) 329-1323
Ohana Keiki Daycare Center - Salvation Army
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
75-223 Kalani Street, Kailua-Kona, HI
Phone
(808) 326-7780
Hawaii Montessori School At Kona - Primary Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
74-978 Manawalea Street, Kailua-Kona, HI
Phone
(808) 329-0700
Hawaii Montessori School At Kona - Toddler Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
74-978 Manawalea Street, Kailua-Kona, HI
Phone
(808) 329-0700
University Of The Nations Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
75-5851 Kuakini Highway, Unit #228, Kailua-Kona, HI
Phone
(808) 326-4411

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Kailua Kona, Hawaii, out of 8 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 Kailua Kona have an average Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Kailua Kona, 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
Kailua Kona offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 Kailua Kona for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Kailua Kona 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.