Holy Nativity School (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
Enrollment: 133 students
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Holy Nativity School
Nursery	12
Pre-K	18
Kind	15
1	20
2	19
3	20
4	12
5	11
6	6

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Year Founded

1949

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

133 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

46%

State avg.: 72%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 1 / rolling

Admissions Director

Kelly Goheen

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Rooted in the Episcopal tradition, Holy Nativity School is dedicated to excellence in education within a small and personalized environment. Built upon principles of respect and inclusion, Holy Nativity School values each child`s individuality as it develops principled citizens who recognize their role in the local and global community.

School Motto: character, heart, and excellence

Holy Nativity School is a small school with big experiences, a big heart, and a big reputation for excellence. Built on deep relationships and personalized attention, the HNS motto is character, heart, and excellence. We are East Honolulus neighborhood school and we are rooted in the Episcopal tradition of respect and inclusion.
HNS is small by design. We serve students from preschool through grade six, with two teachers in each classroom. One class per grade ensures that every student is given the ability to take on new challenges while continuing to develop strengths. Our beautiful and safe four-acre campus boasts three playfields, a full-size gymnasium, and dedicated art and music rooms - facilities often seen at larger schools. At HNS, every child is truly known and "personal best" is part of our regular practice, not just a clever tagline.
HNS students benefit from a small school setting with big experiences and unique endeavors like class trips, community service projects, and authentic student leadership roles. Weekly specialist classes in music, art, PE, religion and mindfulness, along with various co-curricular activities, allow students to find their role in sports teams, chapel services, speech teams, and more. Developing student affinities, talents, and agency is a fundamental part of the HNS Way. Students gain confidence in trying new things in a school that understands how to balance support and challenge, honest feedback and encouragement.
Child rearing in the early years is especially sweet when shared with friends who become like family. With frequent and transparent communication between faculty, administration, and families, along with an active Parent-Teacher Organization and a robust network of alumni, HNS is a place where children and parents develop lifelong friendships. We reflect with awe about the many children and families whom we have been blessed to serve, and we take pride in knowing that our students graduate well-equipped for the challenges of Hawaii's finest secondary schools.

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When is the application deadline for Holy Nativity School?

The application deadline for Holy Nativity School is Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Holy Nativity School located?

Holy Nativity School is located in the Kuliouou Kalani Iki neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other private schools located in Kuliouou Kalani Iki.

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