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Licensed Daycare in Wailuku, Hawaii

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

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 Wailuku 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 Wailuku typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Wailuku?

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 .

This directory mirrors the state's child care licensing records. Click any provider for the full profile, age groups served, and current license status.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

Hawaii avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Wailuku

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 Wailuku 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: 66 kids

ZIP codes covered

96793 12

Program types in Wailuku

Licensed Child Care Center

6 centers

Head Start Center

5 centers

All Wailuku licensed centers

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E Licensed Center

East Honolulu Bright Futures Daycare #44

Wailuku

Infants & Toddlers Cap 69

F Licensed Center

First Steps Kailua #3

Wailuku

Infants & Toddlers Cap 40

G Head Start

Growing Minds Pearl City #61

Wailuku

2 years - 12 years Cap 28

H Head Start

Honolulu Generations Daycare #102

Wailuku

2 years - 12 years Cap 57

H Licensed Center

Honolulu Panda Kids Academy #10

Wailuku

Infants & Toddlers Cap 55

J Head Start

Jumping Jacks Waipahu #20

Wailuku

2 years - 12 years Cap 96

K Licensed Center

Kahului ABC Childcare #71

Wailuku

Infants & Toddlers Cap 115

K Licensed Center

Kaneohe Little Angels #37

Wailuku

Infants & Toddlers Cap 38

K Licensed Center

Kids R Us Kihei #30

Wailuku

Infants & Toddlers Cap 33

M Head Start

Mililani Mauka Discovery Preschool #13

Wailuku

2 years - 12 years Cap 112

M Head Start

Mililani Town Little Stars Daycare #54

Wailuku

2 years - 12 years Cap 88

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Wailuku, Hawaii?

Our directory lists 11 licensed childcare centers in Wailuku, 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 Wailuku?

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 Wailuku 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 Wailuku typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Wailuku?

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 Wailuku 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.