Waolani Judd Nazarene School
- In 1967, Waolani Judd Nazarene School (WJNS) opened its doors for the first time.
- This small, non-profit Christian school nestled in Nu`uanu valley began as a ministry of Honolulu First Church of the Nazarene.
- In its first year, WJNS began as a preschool nurturing just four students.
- From these humble beginnings, today WJNS educates and cares for preschoolers from the age of three through eighth grade.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 250 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,200
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) |
Religious Affiliation | Church of the Nazarene |
Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
Year Founded | 1967 |
Summer School Offered | Yes |
Summer Program Cost | $1,300 |
Student Body
Total Students | 250 students |
Student Body Type | Co-ed |
Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 19 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 13:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 35% |
Average Class Size | 15 students |
Classroom Dress Code | Formal (khaki pants and school uniform polo) |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,200 |
Tuition Notes | Tuition rate is for our elementary program for the 2018-2019 school year. Please call the school office for preschool and middle school rates. |
Acceptance Rate | 95% National avg.: 85% |
Admissions Director | Jen Ayala |
Admissions Associate | Armaine Tomacder |
Sports
Total Sports Offered | 2 sports |
Sports | Basketball, VolleyballBasketball, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 3 extracurriculars |
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Little Medical School, Little Veterinary School Recreational Athletic Programs: Amazing Athletes |
School Notes
- The mission statement of Waolani Judd Nazarene School (WJNS) is "where faith and learning reflect the character of Christ." The statement is not only the driving force of the school program, but also the glue that ties all aspects of the school together. Our philosophy is rooted in the Word of God with the belief that a child's academic, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs are best met though Christian training and sound educational principles. WJNS supports the belief that education is a cooperative venture among students, parents, and teachers; the more closely we work together, the more effective our efforts will be.
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