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Best Before or After School Daycare in Waialua, HI

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Waialua. Average rating: 4.77/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Waialua, Hawaii at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.77/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Waialua offers 2 licensed before or after school daycare, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.77/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Waialua

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
    St. Michael'S School
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    67-340 Haona Street, Waialua, HI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 48 children

    Parents consistently praise St. Michael's School as an excellent educational institution with caring, knowledgeable staff and strong school spirit. The administration is noted as responsive and professional, and children are described as receiving quality education in a safe, supportive environment. Parents express confidence in the school's academic and moral development of students.

    Caring and helpful staffknowledgeable teacherssafe environmentquality education
  2. 2
    St. Michael'S School - After School Program
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    67-340 Haona Street, Waialua, HI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 30 children

    St. Michael's School receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, quality education, and safe environment. Parents highlight the school's strong administration, teacher quality, and effective communication. The school is recognized for producing well-rounded students who excel both academically and morally.

    caring and helpful staffknowledgeable and friendly teacherssafe learning environmentquality education

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Waialua

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

4.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Waialua (24–48 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Waialua based on parent reviews

St. Michael'S School

5(5)

67-340 Haona Street, Waialua, HI

Parents consistently praise St. Michael's School as an excellent educational institution with caring, knowledgeable staff and strong school spirit. The administration is noted as responsive and professional, and children are described as receiving quality education in a safe, supportive environment. Parents express confidence in the school's academic and moral development of students.

Caring and helpful staffknowledgeable teacherssafe environment

St. Michael'S School - After School Program

5(5)

67-340 Haona Street, Waialua, HI

St. Michael's School receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, quality education, and safe environment. Parents highlight the school's strong administration, teacher quality, and effective communication. The school is recognized for producing well-rounded students who excel both academically and morally.

caring and helpful staffknowledgeable and friendly teacherssafe learning environment

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Daycare types in Waialua

Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Waialua, Hawaii

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Waialua, Hawaii, making up 67% of the 3 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 Waialua have an average rating of 4.77 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Waialua

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St. Michael'S School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise St. Michael's School as an excellent educational institution with caring, knowledgeable staff and strong school spirit. The administration is noted as responsive and professional, and children are described as receiving quality education in a safe, supportive environment. Parents express confidence in the school's academic and moral development of students.

Caring and helpful staffknowledgeable teacherssafe environment
Address
67-340 Haona Street, Waialua, HI
Phone
(808) 637-7772
St. Michael'S School - After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
5

St. Michael's School receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, quality education, and safe environment. Parents highlight the school's strong administration, teacher quality, and effective communication. The school is recognized for producing well-rounded students who excel both academically and morally.

caring and helpful staffknowledgeable and friendly teacherssafe learning environment
Address
67-340 Haona Street, Waialua, HI
Phone
(808) 637-7772

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Waialua, Hawaii, out of 3 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 Waialua have an average Google rating of 4.77 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Waialua, 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
Waialua offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Waialua for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Waialua 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.