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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.

How learning happens at a KS preschool

Watch video of HI NOW Host Kainoa Carlson’s visit to KS Waimānalo Preschool to learn about KS Preschools Hawaiian culture-based education focus and how to apply!

A Day in the Life at Kamehameha Preschools

Welcome to A Day in the Life at Kamehameha Preschools—a glimpse into the joyful, engaging, and culturally rich experiences that await your keiki at Kamehameha Schools Preschools.

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Learning Resources for Keiki

Keiki can begin their learning journey today with our resources:

 

Ke Kupukupu

KS Preschools ‘ohana newsletter inspiring growth and connection

 

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

New edition of I Mua magazine celebrates all things ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi

The latest edition of I Mua Magazine is a celebration of our ʻōlelo makuahine, featuring several stories presented ma ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi!


Kamehameha Day marks a legacy built to lead

This Kamehameha Day, we remember how Ke Aliʻi Pauahi named her school after Kamehameha I to pass down his legacy of strong, caring leadership to haumāna who lead with the same spirit.


Mālama Ola Minute: Summer first aid essentials for your ʻohana

KS Hawaiʻi nurse Carl deLeon shares why having a simple first aid kit and knowing where to go for care can help keep keiki safe this summer.

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“I’m on my way, watch me be the best that I can be!” 🎶🌈 At Hoʻomau Nā Keiki, our Heʻeia Preschool keiki sang in celebration of all they’ve learned, all they’ve become, and all the greatness still ahead. ✨ #HeeiaPreschool #HoomauNaKeiki #EOLA #Keiki #OiwiLeaders #WatchMeGrow #ImuaKamehameha #KamehamehaPreschool

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Hoʻomaikaʻi to our Hō‘ailuku Drake Preschool graduates on Oʻahu! Dressed in their personalized kīhei, our keiki looked great—and more importantly, they’re ready for what’s next. They leave preschool strong in mind, body, and spirit—prepared academically, socially, emotionally, and physically to take on the next chapter of their journey.

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Hoʻomaikaʻi to our Paukūkalo Preschool graduates from Papa Naupaka, Hinano, ʻŌhiʻa, and Nāʻū on Maui!Throughout their time at preschool, our keiki blossomed in countless ways—building pilina with their kumu and peers, exploring their ʻāina, discovering their voices, and learning through Hawaiian values and traditions. They danced, sang, asked questions, observed closely, and grew confident in who they are and where they come from.We are so proud of the ʻŌiwi leaders they are becoming, grounded in ʻike kupuna and filled with aloha. E lanakila, e nā pua a Pauahi!

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Shout out to our kumu who did a phenomenal job showcasing at the recent KS EdTech Conference how KS Preschools embrace technology: Ronette Domingo Julie Teruya (Kalihi Pālama) Kim Kunitomo (Kona) Rachel Tanaka (Piʻihonua) Skye Espino (Kaumakani) Alexandra Ishikawa (Heʻeia) Tanya Richmond-Butterfield (Heʻeia) From Seesaw and iPad integration, to Robots & Coding, and even leveraging AI to create HCBE resources—these kumu shared valuable manaʻo that inspired and energized fellow educators. Mahalo e nā kumu! #EdTech #DigitalInnovation #Preschool #Kumu #HCBE #ImuaKamehameha

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