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Licensed Daycare in Kailua Kona, Hawaii

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Kailua Kona?

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 Kailua Kona 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 Kailua Kona typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Kailua Kona?

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 .

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

Hawaii avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Kailua Kona

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 Kailua Kona 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: 79 kids

ZIP codes covered

96740 13

Program types in Kailua Kona

All Kailua Kona licensed centers

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A Preschool

ABC Academy Mililani Mauka #60

Kailua Kona

Preschool (2-5) Cap 102

E Montessori

Ewa Gentry KinderCare #43

Kailua Kona

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 106

H Preschool

Honolulu Childcare Academy #149

Kailua Kona

Preschool (2-5) Cap 85

H Montessori

Honolulu Smart Start Academy #57

Kailua Kona

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 106

K Preschool

Kahului Sunshine Daycare #26

Kailua Kona

Preschool (2-5) Cap 35

K Montessori

Kailua Golden Gate Daycare #50

Kailua Kona

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 51

L Preschool

La Petite Academy Hilo #33

Kailua Kona

Preschool (2-5) Cap 105

M Montessori

Mililani Town Playhouse Academy #9

Kailua Kona

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 83

P Montessori

Pearl City Early Learning Center #16

Kailua Kona

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 35

W Preschool

Waipahu Cloud Nine Kids #67

Kailua Kona

Preschool (2-5) Cap 83

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Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Kailua Kona, Hawaii?

Our directory lists 10 licensed childcare centers in Kailua Kona, 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 Kailua Kona?

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 Kailua Kona 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 Kailua Kona typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Kailua Kona?

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 Kailua Kona 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.