Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Philomena Early Learning Center
About the School
- Mahalo for considering St. Philomena Early Learning Center as the first educational stepping stone for your child.
- St. Philomena Early Learning Center, a private preschool operated by the St. Philomena Church under the direction of the Catholic School Department of the Diocese of Honolulu, has been in operation since 1978.
- The Center offers a well-rounded academic foundation in a caring and nurturing environment.
- Children as young as 15 months up through kindergarten can enjoy learning through the Montessori based principles offered here.
- You`ll find a low teacher/student ratio in the classrooms and enjoy the flexibility of our year-round schooling.
- We encourage and foster parent involvement in the development of your child to build a strong sense of family and community.
- St. Philomena Early Learning Center offers large play areas, daily hot lunches and snacks, a convenient, secured location and excellent preparation for further private schooling.
- Below you will find our School Application.
- There is an $85 non-refundable registration fee.
- We invite you to tour our school grounds and observe our classrooms.
- Please call our office at 808-833-8080 to schedule your personal tour or to request more information.
- Tours and classroom observations are scheduled from 8:30am -10:30am.
- St. Philomena Early Learning Center is always accepting applications for children to become a part of its family.
- We look forward to having your child learn with us.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1978
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
53 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
88%
State avg.: 72%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Pre-K and Kindergarted - SPELC t-shirt and khaki pants or shorts.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Toddler School Day $865
Toddler All Day $990
Pre-Primary School Day $835
Pre-primary All Day $955
Kindergarten School Day $885
Kindergarten All Day $995
School Day 7:30a - 2:30p
All Day 7:00a - 6:00p
Tuition includes breakfast, hot lunch, and afte
% on Financial Aid
20%
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Associate
Shari Albano
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Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Keiki Kartwheels (additional monthly fees Pre-Primary and Kindergarten)TumbleBus (included in tuition Toddler)
School Notes
- 6:30am - 6:00pm, Monday - Friday
- 15 months - Kindergarten
- Montessori based education
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of St. Philomena Early Learning Center?
The acceptance rate of St. Philomena Early Learning Center is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
When is the application deadline for St. Philomena Early Learning Center?
The application deadline for St. Philomena Early Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Philomena Early Learning Center located?
St. Philomena Early Learning Center is located in the Aliamanu Salt Lakes Foster Village neighborhood of Honolulu, HI.
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Quick Facts
Aliamanu Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3265 Salt Lake Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4280
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4280
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 650 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Aliamanu Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3271 Salt Lake Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4100
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4100
0.2 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 755 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Salt Lake Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1131 Ala Lilikoi St
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 831-7870
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 831-7870
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 643 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Moanalua High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2825 Ala Ilima St
Honolulu, HI 96819
(808) 837-8455
Honolulu, HI 96819
(808) 837-8455
0.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,966 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Pearl Harbor Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
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(808) 421-4130
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