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Licensed Daycare in Kapolei, Hawaii

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Kapolei?

Statewide averages in Hawaii run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1020/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Kapolei daycares?

All licensed Hawaii centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Kapolei typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Kapolei?

Hawaii families can apply for Hawaii CCCS (Child Care Connection Subsidy) (intake: (808) 692-7100). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

11 licensed daycares in Kapolei, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Hawaii licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

Hawaii avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Kapolei

ChildCare Aware reports the Hawaii average full-time cost at $1,380/month for infant care and $1,020/month for preschool. City-level prices in Kapolei vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Hawaii families may also qualify for Hawaii CCCS (Child Care Connection Subsidy) (intake: (808) 692-7100).

Full Hawaii licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 65 kids

ZIP codes covered

96707 14

Program types in Kapolei

Family Daycare

6 centers

Before & After School Care

5 centers

All Kapolei licensed centers

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E Family Daycare

East Honolulu Sunflower Daycare #69

Kapolei

School Age (5+) Cap 21

E Family Daycare

Ewa Gentry Smart Start Academy #21

Kapolei

School Age (5+) Cap 34

E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Hilo #11

Kapolei

School Age (5+) Cap 72

H Family Daycare

Honolulu Children's Place #35

Kapolei

School Age (5+) Cap 114

H Before/After School

Honolulu Little Scholars #127

Kapolei

School Age (5+) Cap 28

K Before/After School

Kahului Learning Tree #4

Kapolei

School Age (5+) Cap 119

K Family Daycare

Kailua Rainbow Learning Center #28

Kapolei

School Age (5+) Cap 83

K Family Daycare

Kaneohe Stepping Stones #62

Kapolei

School Age (5+) Cap 71

K Family Daycare

Kihei Early Learning Center #55

Kapolei

School Age (5+) Cap 19

M Before/After School

Mililani Mauka Childcare Academy #38

Kapolei

School Age (5+) Cap 46

W Before/After School

Waipahu Bright Beginnings #45

Kapolei

School Age (5+) Cap 116

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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Kapolei, Hawaii?

Our directory lists 11 licensed childcare centers in Kapolei, Hawaii, sourced from Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Kapolei?

Statewide averages in Hawaii run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1020/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Kapolei daycares?

All licensed Hawaii centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Kapolei typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Kapolei?

Hawaii families can apply for Hawaii CCCS (Child Care Connection Subsidy) (intake: (808) 692-7100). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Kapolei daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.