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.
E Ola! How learning happens at KS Preschools
A day in the life at KS Preschools
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KS Preschools ‘ohana newsletter inspiring growth and connection
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April 30, 2026
Kōkua for the North Shore: Preschool ʻohana hui puts values into action
After severe North Shore flooding on Oʻahu, the KS Preschools Koʻolau ʻOhana Hui quickly united to raise funds and deliver meals — embodying aloha, mālama, and kuleana.
May 20, 2026
Kamehameha Schools kumu: Dayna Begonia on staying rooted in community
At KS Preschools Nānākuli, Dayna Begonia nurtures keiki through strong community ties while carrying forward Ke Aliʻi Pauahi’s legacy.
May 19, 2026
Stewarding ‘āina Pauahi: Growing Pauahi’s land legacy forward
Ke Ali‘i Bernice Pauahi Bishop stewarded a vast ‘āina portfolio grounded in her chiefly lineage. She had the incredible foresight to ensure those lands would benefit Native Hawaiian keiki and the lāhui for generations to come. One hundred percent of the financial resources needed to fulfill Ke Ali‘i Pauahi’s wishes come from the success and growth of the endowment. ‘Āina is not simply part of that story, it is foundational to it.
May 7, 2026
Kamehameha Schools kumu: Lehua Rowland-Sugse on rooting keiki in identity and ʻāina
At KS Preschools Kailua-Kona, the longtime kumu helps keiki build identity and connect to ʻāīna.
🌸 Our keiki are learning that even the smallest acts of giving can make a big difference. Through Pennies for Pauahi, preschoolers practiced kuleana by collecting and donating coins to help care for others in our community. As they counted pennies and worked together, they learned that taking care of one another is an important part of who we are. From tiny hands come big aloha. 💙 ✨ Here Kumu Lehuaʻs papa in Kailua-Kona enjoy a pizza party to celebrate their work as a team. #PenniesForPauahi #Kuleana #EOla #KamehamehaPreschools #ImuaKamehameha
It’s graduation season! 🎉And we would like to wish a special HO’OMAIKA’I to our Kamehameha Schools Preschool kumu graduates! This past Saturday, 4 incredible KS Preschool Teacher Assistants earned their Bachelor of Science degrees in Early Childhood Education from Chaminade University of Honolulu — and proudly made history as the first cohort to receive the Muʻo Scholarship through Kamehameha Schools. Pictured from left to right in photo 1 are Melia Crum, Brother Allen, Tiann Galapir, and Leilani Ahina. In photo 2 our graduates pose with their professor Dr. Park. Melia and Tiann serve at our Keaukaha Preschool site, while Leilani serves at Kalamaʻula Preschool. Also graduating with this cohort is Caroline Kaʻaihue from our Māʻili site, who was unable to attend commencement. Mahalo to all 4 kumu for your dedication to uplifting our keiki and lāhui through education. Your hard work, perseverance, and commitment to early learning inspire us all.🌿
It’s Kumu Appreciation Week 💙 Mahalo nui to our kumu for all the ways—seen and unseen—you ʻauamo kuleana. Each day you uplift our keiki and bring to life the vision of our beloved Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop. 💙 We see you. We appreciate you. We celebrate you. 🌿✨ #KumuAppreciationWeek #KamehamehaPreschools #Eola #ImuaKamehameha #MahaloKumu
Letʻs make lei! 🌸 The keiki at KS Hāmākua Preschool celebrated May Day by making lei. The classroom was filled with the sweet, familiar fragrance of pua, creating a sensory connection to this cherished practice. #MayDay #LeiDay #Hamakua #Preschool #Imuakamehameha
Kamehameha Schools’ policy is to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law.
