PUUWAI O MONTESSORI GROUP CHILD CARE HOME
MAKAWAO, HI·Group Child Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
AddressMAKAWAO, HI, 96768
CountyMaui County
Phone(808) 250-1324
Operating details
HoursMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 8:15 AM - 3:00 PM
Capacity12
License dateMay 1, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/1/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High9
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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MAKAWAO, HI, 96768, MAKAWAO, HI 96768
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
- For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/1/2026
- High1
- Medium-High7
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High risk4/1/2026
HAR §17-892.2-63 — Cleaning materials clearly labeled and stored out of reach away from food preparation areas during food prep times
Remove gardening tool. Correction: removed
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High risk4/1/2026
HAR §17-892.2-41 — Health record on each child
One child needs an updated medical form. Correction: Completed
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High risk4/1/2026
HAR §17-892.2-62 — Activities and premises minimizes risk of accidental injury
Remove dish soap. Correction: Removed dish soap during the licensing visit.
Corrected at inspection
2025
- Medium-High risk3/14/2025
HAR §17-892.1-32 — Activities and premises minimizes risk of accidental injury
Hazards in kitchen drawers Correction: removed hazards at visit
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High risk3/14/2025
HAR §17-892.1-20 — Health record on each child
Six children need updated health records. Correction: completed
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High risk3/14/2025
HAR §17-892.1-29 — Physical exam clearance
Medical form for one volunteer Correction: Completed
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High risk3/14/2025
HAR §17-892.1-29 — TB clearance - volunteers
TB clearance for one volunteer Correction: completed
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High risk3/14/2025
HAR §17-892.1-32 — Increase children's awareness of safety practices and accident hazards
Secure the outdoor space. Correction: completed
Corrected at inspection
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$1,121/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: MAKAWAO, Maui County County
- Capacity: 12
- Type: Group Child Care Home
- Years in operation: 0
What parents actually pay
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