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HONOLULU, HIPreschool CenterLicensed

3.1based on state inspection data
Capacity20
HoursWed 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM; Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Est. price$1,329/mo

Contact information

Address1929 KAMEHAMEHA IV RD, ROOM G29, HONOLULU, HI, 96819

CityHONOLULU, HI 96819

CountyHonolulu County

Phone(808) 841-1005

Operating details

HoursWed 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM; Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Capacity20

License dateApril 21, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/25/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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1929 KAMEHAMEHA IV RD, ROOM G29, HONOLULU, HI, 96819, HONOLULU, HI 96819

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/25/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk2/25/2026

    HAR §17-892.2-3 — Background checks according with chapter 17-801 (criminal history, sex offender registry, child abuse/neglect, adult abuse perpetrator, employment history check, and other information)

    Please submit XXXXX employment history. Employment History Instructions: All employees shall complete the form DHS 959A Self Certification of Employment and list the places of employment within the past three (3) years including periods of unemployment, self-employment, and periods of school attendance. For every place of employment listed, complete and sign Part I of the DHS 959 Employment History (EH) form and have the former and/or current employer complete and sign part II. Please complete the following information on the form DHS 959A: the date EH mailed and the date EH returned. Keep copies of all forms mailed out to former employers. If EH forms are not returned after the first try, mail out the again in a few weeks and log the date of the second mailing. If forms are not returned after the second try, we will accept the written self-certification that two mailed attempts were recorded on the DHS 959A. Forms can be found on our website below: View official inspection document Correction: Worker received satisfactory employment history clearance for XXXXX from Program Manager, XXXXX.

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High risk2/25/2026

    HAR §17-892.2-35 — Annual health and safety training in at least 2 of the department approved topic areas shall be completed with written evidence provided to the department

    Please update XXXXX Health and Safety Trainings with PATCH. Once it's reflected in our system, the deficiency will be corrected. Correction: Child Care Licensing (CCL) Worker verified that XXXXX is current in regard to their Health & Safety Training Requirements at this time.

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium-High risk1/9/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-31 — Written plan approved by fire inspector, health consultant or Red Cross

    Please update the disaster plan to meet the new requirements of §17-892.2-61 Disaster Plan for Emergencies (a) ... The plan shall include the following: (8) Providing for the needs of children with disabilities and children with special needs. (9) Providing for the needs of children with chronic medical conditions. The Emergency Response Sample Plan is enclosed for your reference to develop the disaster plan. Correction: The disaster plan is updated to meet the minimum requirement.

    Corrected at inspection
  2. High risk1/9/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-6 — Others

    According to §17-892.2-11 Statement of Operation Policies (a) Written policies shall be available to parents or guardians. Please update your family handbook to meet the new rule requirements and include the following: (18) the department's information (child care licensing unit telephone number and/or address) for parents should they want to file a complaint. (21) Regular Communications. The family handbook provides information on family conferences and home visits. Please inform parents what will be shared in daily communications. (23) Other policies - mitigating the spread of communicable diseases: what you will do to minimize the spread and what is expected of parents. We received the addendum for (22) Suspension or expulsion. Please provide a written attestation that this policy is shared with parents or guardians and include how and when this information is shared. Correction: Provider has developed the above policies as addendum. They have been advised to include the addendums into future parent handbook iteration.

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium-High risk1/9/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-20 — Health record on each child

    Please provide written confirmation from the individual that is responsible to verify that each child's health record is current, complete and accurate. Please be specific as to what is collected to ensure that all required health information is gathered. Correction: Written confirmation received

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium-High risk1/9/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-22 — One caregiver with current certificates during operating hours

    Please provide the training certificates for all staff to show that they have current training in first aid and child CPR. Correction: Received American Red Cross certificate of completion. Worker verified that there is at least one staff who is at the center during all child caring hours certified until July 2025 for pediatric first aid and CPR.

    Corrected at inspection

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

7Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,329/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Hawaii run about $1,766/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Hawaii by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: HONOLULU, Honolulu County County
  • Capacity: 20
  • Type: Preschool Center
  • Years in operation: 0

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