Hawaii Montessori School is an independent, non-denominational school located on the beautiful Big Island of Hawaii.
We provide caring, safe, child-centered environments, challenging and developmentally appropriate programs, and a supportive school community for children aged fifteen months to six years old.
We offer a variety of full and part time programs, and we provide generous financial aid to qualified applicants to insure our goal of an economically diverse student population.
Hawaii Montessori School at Kona offers carefully planned, stimulating environments for learning.
The curriculum covers a broad range of topics, including social skills, social and natural sciences, language, math and the arts.
We use Montessori materials that are designed to provide specific learning experiences, and that meet the unique needs of children at each stage of their development.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1980
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
80 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
28 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$6,250 - $11,400 Annual Tuition is dependent of type of program selected.
Admissions Director
Allyn Thompson
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hawaii Montessori Schools - Kona Campus often compared to?
Hawaii Montessori Schools - Kona Campus is often viewed alongside schools like Makua Lani Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Hawaii Montessori Schools - Kona Campus?
The application deadline for Hawaii Montessori Schools - Kona Campus is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Quick Facts
5021 Kawaihau Road
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 822-4212
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 822-4212
272.2 miles
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(541) 330-8841
Bend, OR 97701
(541) 330-8841
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