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Big dreams start small

Our preschool program across the pae ‘āina helps our youngest haumāna gain the confidence to dream of how they’ll create a brighter tomorrow. Our preschools are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, which recognizes early childhood programs that meet national standards of quality requirements. Through Hawaiian culture-based education we offer learning experiences in an environment that is safe, enriching and enjoyable. By connecting our keiki to their culture and language, we lay a foundation for future success.

Get ready!

The Kamehameha Schools Preschools application opens on Aug. 15 & closes Oct. 31. Now is the time to prepare your documents.

E Ola! How learning happens at KS Preschools

A day in the life at KS Preschools

HINow: Kainoa Carlson visits KS Preschools

Preschool locations

Learning Resources for Keiki

Keiki can begin their learning journey today with our resources:

ABCs Coloring Book

Keiki Activity Book

ABCs Coloring Page (B&W)

Alphabet Chart (full color)

Makahiki

Bernice Pauahi Bishop Heritage Center Activity Book

Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole e-books

‘Ohana resources

Ke Kupukupu

KS Preschools ‘ohana newsletter inspiring growth and connection

Ka nūhou a me nā ho‘olaha (News and announcements)

July 30, 2025

Committee seeks candidates for Kamehameha Schools trustee position

A search is being conducted to fill the Kamehameha Schools trustee position previously held by Robert K.W.H. Nobriga, whose term expired on June 30, 2025.

July 29, 2025

Tsunami Advisory – Update #2 from Kamehameha Schools

Mahalo for your continued care and attention during the tsunami warning. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center has downgraded the warning to an advisory.

July 29, 2025

Tsunami Warning – Update #1 from Kamehameha Schools

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center has issued a tsunami WARNING for the state of Hawaiʻi. The estimated earliest arrival of the first wave is 7:10 p.m. Our top priority is to protect the safety of our haumāna, ʻohana and employees. Effective immediately, Kamehameha Schools will close all preschool and non-education sites and offices.

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Get ready! The Kamehameha Schools Preschools application opens on Aug. 15 & closes Oct. 31. Now is the time to prepare your documents. Please share with your friends & ‘ohana. #imuakamehameha #kamehamehapreschools #hawaiianculturebasededucation #preschools #hawaiipreschools #eola #keiki

There is an overflow of joy and surge of mana that happens when we gather. ✨ Mahalo nui to our Kapālama, Maui, and Hawaiʻi Island KS campus chaplains, and to Hauʻoli Akaka for joining the KS Preschools kumu, staff, and leadership at our first gathering of the new school year. 🎼 Aloha pū mai au! #imuakamehameha #EOla #mele #hula

📚 Free Online Resource! Explore the Mau Ka Leo online exhibit by @bishopmuseum — a powerful digital collection of stories, reflections, and images shared by Bishop Museum staff and community. Mau Ka Leo honors ʻike kupuna and the people dedicated to preserving Hawaiʻi’s material culture. 🔗 Visit: bishopmuseum.org/maukaleo Photo caption: “Hale Pili Across the Islands” Group in front of a hale pili on the shore at Keauhou, Kona, Hawaiʻi, ca. 1890 — and a hale pili in Hālawa, Molokaʻi. #BishopMuseum #MauKaLeo #IkeKupuna #HalePili #HawaiianHistory #CulturalPreservation #FreeLearningResource

Keiki and kumu come together in mele and hula to honor Ke Aliʻi Pauahi in gratitude for her lasting legacy. 💜🌺 #KSPreschools #Mele #Hula #Aloha

Kawaiaha‘o Plaza

567 South King St.
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 523-6200

KS Hawai‘i

16-716 Volcano Rd.
Kea‘au, HI 96749
(808) 982-0000

KS Kapālama

1887 Makuakāne St.
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 842-8211

KS Maui

275 ‘A‘apueo Pkwy
Pukalani, HI 96768
(808) 572-3100

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Kamehameha Schools’ policy is to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law.