Since 1979, the St. John's Catholic Preschool's staff has been commissioned by the parish to provide a safe and loving environment where children can learn and grow spiritually, physically, emotionally, morally, socially, and intellectually.
Our faculty and staff are qualified educators who love, care, share, teach, and desire to learn, improve, and grow with the children.
We continuously seek to utilize innovative and developmentally appropriate materials and practices which cultivate joy in learning, a necessary ingredient toward reaching our fullest potential and making a positive difference in the community.
We continually grow, learn, improve, and work together with Jesus as our master Teacher as we strive to attain our fullest potential.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. John's Catholic Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
28 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. John's Catholic Preschool often compared to?
St. John's Catholic Preschool is often viewed alongside schools like The Children's House by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. John's Catholic Preschool?
The application deadline for St. John's Catholic Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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