Our preschool program across the pae ‘āina helps our youngest haumāna gain the confidence to dream of how they’ll create a brighter tomorrow. Our preschools are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, which recognizes early childhood programs that meet national standards of quality requirements. Through Hawaiian culture-based education we offer learning experiences in an environment that is safe, enriching and enjoyable. By connecting our keiki to their culture and language, we lay a foundation for future success.
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March 22, 2026
Severe weather alert: Storm update #2
All Kamehameha Schools campuses and offices will reopen Monday after improved weather conditions, while K-12 students remain on Spring Break and the community continues supporting those affected by recent storms.
March 20, 2026
Severe weather alert: Storm update #1
Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha Kapālama and our preschools and offices on Oʻahu have closed today, March 20, 2026, due to the storm. Our Maui Resource Center has also closed.
March 19, 2026
Probate Court selects Eric Yeaman as Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha Trustee
Eric Yeaman has been selected by the state Probate Court as the newest member of Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha’s Board of Trustees.
🌺 Huliheʻe Palace — a place where aliʻi once walked. Guided by the gracious stewardship of the Daughters of Hawaiʻi, the haumāna of KS Kailua-Kona Preschool stepped into the mo’olelo of our past — learning, observing, and feeling the mana of this cherished place. With hearts full of joy, the keiki offered an original mele written by Kumu Kristen, sharing their voices in honor of the aliʻi who once called this home. Moments like these remind us that Hawaiian culture-based education lives beyond the classroom. It is carried through mele, wahi pana and learning ʻike from our very own community members. 🌿 #KamehamehaPreschools #HuliheePalace #HCBE #Eola #Kaiaulu
ALOHA PAUAHI. KULEANA. EA. MĀLAMA. PONO. E OLA! At KS Waimānalo Preschool, parents, keiki, and kumu came together this morning to design original shirts filled with creativity, messages in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi and ALOHA. At Kamehameha Schools Preschools, the partnership between ʻohana and kula is an important part of the learning experience. When families and teachers work side-by-side, keiki feel supported, seen, and inspired. Through shared moments like these, our keiki experience the power of culture, connection, and collaboration, strengthening their Hawaiian identity and deepening their love for ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi. 💚 #KamehamehaPreschools #Waimanalo #ʻŌleloHawaiʻi #HCBE #Eola #ImuaKamehameha
POV: You’re a preschooler meeting real-life heroes. 🚓🐾 KS Kalihi-Palama haumāna rotated from K-9 demonstrations to safety lessons to touring a squad car to getting their keiki IDs. Keiki learned that community helpers mālama us — and keiki can mālama others too.💙 #AuamoKuleana #ImuaKamehameha #Kaiaulu #K9 #Hawaii50
HUAKA’I. KS Nānākuli Preschoolers love learning through ‘ike & HCBE exploration at the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum.
Kamehameha Schools’ policy is to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law.
