Holy Nativity School Photo - Built on deep relationships and personalized attention, Holy Nativity School`s motto is character, heart, and excellence. Head of School Jeanne Wilks celebrates that, "HNS is your neighborhood school in East Honolulu and is rooted in the Episcopal tradition of respect and inclusion." The small school by design serves students in Preschool-6th Grade.

Best 96821 Hawaii Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private preschools serving 611 students in 96821, HI.
The top-ranked private preschool in 96821, HI is Mary, Star Of The Sea Early Learning Center.
The average acceptance rate is 50%, which is lower than the Hawaii private preschool average acceptance rate of 78%.
75% of private preschools in 96821, HI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

Top-Ranked 96821 Hawaii Private Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Mary, Star Of The Sea Early Learning Center
Mary, Star Of The Sea Early Learning Center Photo - Distinctively Christian, Academically Excellent and Uniquely Innovative. Developing global learners for 21st century learning in an inclusive, caring Catholic, Montessori environment.
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
4470 Aliikoa St Ste 100
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 734-3840
Gr: PK-K | 210 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Calvary By The Sea Montessori School
Montessori School (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
(1)
5339 Kalanianaole Hwy
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-5104
Gr: PK-K | 68 students Avg. class size: 25 students
Holy Nativity School
Holy Nativity School Photo - Built on deep relationships and personalized attention, Holy Nativity School`s motto is character, heart, and excellence. Head of School Jeanne Wilks celebrates that, "HNS is your neighborhood school in East Honolulu and is rooted in the Episcopal tradition of respect and inclusion." The small school by design serves students in Preschool-6th Grade.
(Episcopal)
5286 Kalanianaole Hwy
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 373-3232
Gr: NS-6 | 133 students Avg. class size: 16 students
Honolulu Waldorf School
Special Program Emphasis
(1)
350 Ulua St
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-5471
Gr: PK-12 | 200 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in 96821 Hawaii

96821, Hawaii Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
5919 Kalanianaole Hwy
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 396-8466
Gr: K-9 | 93 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in 96821, HI?
The top-ranked private preschools in 96821, HI is Mary, Star Of The Sea Early Learning Center.
How many private preschools are located in 96821?
4 private preschools are located in 96821.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in 96821?
75% of private preschools in 96821 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

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