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Best Before or After School Daycare in Waipahu, HI

Compare 4 before or after school daycare in Waipahu. Average rating: 4.58/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Waipahu, Hawaii at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.58/5
Parent reviews
32
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Waipahu has 4 licensed before or after school daycare with 32 parent reviews averaging 4.58/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 96797 zip code, averaging 4.58 stars across 16 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Waipahu

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
    New Hope Christian School
    4.63 score
    4.8(18)

    94-050 Farrington Hwy, Waipahu, HI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 112 children

    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 servicesstrong community and sense of family
  2. 2
    Lanakila Baptist - Before/After School Program
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    94-1250 Waipahu Street, Waipahu, HI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 45 children

    Lanakila Baptist is a long-established church-based organization in Waipahu with a strong community presence spanning decades. Parents describe it as a loving, welcoming church family that prioritizes spiritual growth and community care. The program is noted for its activities, music, and close-knit atmosphere.

    Loving community atmospherespiritual educationwelcoming to visitorslongevity and stability

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Waipahu

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Headstart Programs

4.7avg rating
6 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.27avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Waipahu zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9679716
4.58
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Waipahu (20–170 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Waipahu based on parent reviews

Lanakila Baptist - Before/After School Program

5(5)

94-1250 Waipahu Street, Waipahu, HI

Lanakila Baptist is a long-established church-based organization in Waipahu with a strong community presence spanning decades. Parents describe it as a loving, welcoming church family that prioritizes spiritual growth and community care. The program is noted for its activities, music, and close-knit atmosphere.

Loving community atmospherespiritual educationwelcoming to visitors

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Daycare types in Waipahu

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 6Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 4

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✝️ Christian Daycare 3

Before or After School Daycare in Waipahu, Hawaii

There are 4 before or after school daycare in Waipahu, Hawaii, making up 25% of the 16 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 Waipahu have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 32 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Waipahu, 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 Waipahu

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Lanakila Baptist - Before/After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
5

Lanakila Baptist is a long-established church-based organization in Waipahu with a strong community presence spanning decades. Parents describe it as a loving, welcoming church family that prioritizes spiritual growth and community care. The program is noted for its activities, music, and close-knit atmosphere.

Loving community atmospherespiritual educationwelcoming to visitors
Address
94-1250 Waipahu Street, Waipahu, HI
Phone
(808) 677-0731
Pearl Harbor Christian Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
94-1044 Waipio Uka Street, Waipahu, HI
Phone
(808) 678-3997
Pearl Harbor Christian Academy Bas
Before or After School Daycare
Address
94-1044 Waipio Uka Street, Waipahu, HI
Phone
(808) 678-3997
St. Joseph School Extention Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
94-651 Farrington Hwy, Waipahu, HI
Phone
(808) 677-4475

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 before or after school daycares in Waipahu, Hawaii, out of 16 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 Waipahu have an average Google rating of 4.58 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 83% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Waipahu, 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
Waipahu offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Waipahu for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Waipahu 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.