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Licensed Daycare in Hanalei, Hawaii

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Hanalei?

Statewide averages in Hawaii run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1020/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Hanalei daycares?

All licensed Hawaii centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Hanalei typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Hanalei?

Hawaii families can apply for Hawaii CCCS (Child Care Connection Subsidy) (intake: (808) 692-7100). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

Hawaii avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Hanalei

ChildCare Aware reports the Hawaii average full-time cost at $1,380/month for infant care and $1,020/month for preschool. City-level prices in Hanalei vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Hawaii families may also qualify for Hawaii CCCS (Child Care Connection Subsidy) (intake: (808) 692-7100).

Full Hawaii licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 73 kids

ZIP codes covered

96714 11

Program types in Hanalei

Infant & Toddler Center

6 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

5 centers

All Hanalei licensed centers

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A Infant Care

Active Kids Ewa Gentry #26

Hanalei

Preschool (2-5) Cap 86

H Infant Care

Happy Days Kihei Daycare #60

Hanalei

Preschool (2-5) Cap 65

H Group Care

Hilo Learning Center #16

Hanalei

School Age (5+) Cap 73

H Infant Care

Honolulu Discovery Preschool #40

Hanalei

Preschool (2-5) Cap 42

K Infant Care

Kaneohe Precious Moments #67

Hanalei

Preschool (2-5) Cap 101

K Group Care

Kids R Us Honolulu #132

Hanalei

School Age (5+) Cap 23

L Group Care

Little Genius Kahului #9

Hanalei

School Age (5+) Cap 88

M Group Care

Mililani Mauka Kids First Academy #43

Hanalei

School Age (5+) Cap 79

N Infant Care

Nurturing Hearts East Honolulu #74

Hanalei

Preschool (2-5) Cap 95

T Infant Care

Tiny Tots of Kailua #33

Hanalei

Preschool (2-5) Cap 91

W Group Care

Waipahu Primrose School #50

Hanalei

School Age (5+) Cap 62

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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Hanalei, Hawaii?

Our directory lists 11 licensed childcare centers in Hanalei, Hawaii, sourced from Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Hanalei?

Statewide averages in Hawaii run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1020/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Hanalei daycares?

All licensed Hawaii centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Hanalei typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Hanalei?

Hawaii families can apply for Hawaii CCCS (Child Care Connection Subsidy) (intake: (808) 692-7100). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Hanalei daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.