Kamehameha Preschools educates 1,100 three- and four-year-olds at 31
locations statewide. These preschools serve specific communities with
regional boundaries for eligibility.
The early education program is based on the belief that children learn
best with the help of their parents, teachers and peers and through
experience with their physical and social environment. Because skill
in oral and written communication is necessary for success in school,
language and literacy is emphasized. The curriculum also addresses each
child’s social, emotional, physical, intellectual, cultural and spiritual
needs.
Performance goals are developed with the understanding that individual
children achieve at different levels. Teachers collect samples of each
child’s work throughout the year to show growth in conceptual understanding
and skills development.
Some of the preschools are located
on state Department of Education sites. Tuition is not charged to participants
at these preschools.
At the preschools entirely funded and operated by Kamehameha Schools,
preference is given to children of Hawaiian descent. A modest tuition
is charged at these sites. Financial aid is available.
Kamehameha's policy on admissions is to refrain from discriminating
against children on the basis of physical or mental disability to the
extent required by law.
Information
For more information about applying to Kamehameha preschools, applicants
on O`ahu may call 842-8800; Neighbor Island applicants may call 1-800-842-4682
(IMUA) ext. 8800.
Kamehameha Schools is a dynamic and nurturing learning
community committed to educational excellence. We assist people of Hawaiian
ancestry to achieve their highest potential as “good and industrious
men and women.”
