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.: 11:1
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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5021 Kawaihau Road
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(808) 822-4212
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 822-4212
272.2 miles
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5021 Kawaihau Road
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 822-4212
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 822-4212
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Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-4898
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-4898
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Makua Lanii Christian Academy
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(808) 329-3093
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-3093
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74-4820 Mamalahoa Hwy
Holualoa, HI 96725
(808) 987-3852
Holualoa, HI 96725
(808) 987-3852
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International Christian Schools Kona
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75-5851 Kuakini Hwy Ste 228
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 326-4411
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 326-4411
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Gr: PK-K | 48 students
Kona Adventist Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
82-1013 Kinue Rd
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 323-2788
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 323-2788
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74-4966 Kealaka'a Street
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(808) 329-4898
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-4898
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65-1692 Kohala Mountain Rd
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(808) 881-4321
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 881-4321
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Gr: K-12 | 599 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 26 | Extracurrculars: 32 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
65-1224 Lindsey Road
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 885-6803
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 885-6803
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190 Ululani St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-5026
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-5026
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16-716 Volcano Rd
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-0000
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-0000
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(808) 329-4898
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(808) 329-3093
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-3093
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Holualoa, HI 96725
(808) 987-3852
Holualoa, HI 96725
(808) 987-3852
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82-1013 Kinue Rd
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(808) 323-2788
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 323-2788
14.8 miles
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(808) 881-4321
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 881-4321
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(808) 329-4898
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-4898
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(808) 329-3093
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Opelo Road
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Kealakehe Intermediate School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
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(808) 327-4314
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(808) 327-4314
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(Math: 18% | Reading: 24%)
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(808) 327-4308
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(808) 327-4308
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(Math: 27% | Reading: 53%)
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(808) 327-4300
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4300
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Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
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(808) 331-3130
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(808) 331-3130
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(808) 322-4800
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