Holy Nativity School

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Holy Nativity School Photo #1 - 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.
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Holy Nativity School Photo #1 - 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.
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.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 136 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1949
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
136 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 74%
Students by Grade
Holy Nativity School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
16 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / rolling
Admissions Director
Kelly Goheen

School Notes

  • Holy Nativity School, an independent, coeducational, Episcopal day school, enrolls students in Preschool-Grade 6. At HNS each child is known. Our well-trained teachers provide individual care to our students. We provide an integrated, research-based curriculum which is developmentally appropriate and aligned with national standards. In addition to classroom teachers who provide a solid foundation in the core subject areas, students also attend Music, Art, Religion, and Physical Education classes with our specialist teachers. Teachers work collaboratively, insuring a seamless transition between grades, maximizing the cumulative effect of instruction thus preparing our graduates for a successful transition to seventh grade at Hawaii's fine secondary schools. Our scenic 4-acre campus is conveniently located in East Honolulu. To schedule a tour of the campus or to learn more about our school, please call (808) 373-3232 or visit www.holynativityschool.org.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
First Day of School - 1st Quarter Begins
August 06, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - No School
October 07, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break - No School
October 08, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - No School
October 09, 2024 (Wednesday)
Fall Break - No School
October 10, 2024 (Thursday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 136 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Honolulu, HI is $16,496 for elementary schools and $19,811 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Honolulu, HI is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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