Centrally located and in the heart of Mililani near the high school lies Hanalani. Our family is interested in joining the Royals but I have heard very great things about this school from the staffing and class ratios to tuition rate to location and the academic success of the community of students and their families that call this school home. I love how organized their craft fairs are as we are veteran vendors here noting this as one of our favorite craft fairs of the year! read more

Great location, faith-based environment, and really truly an 'ohana! We love Hanalani School and all that they offer the students and the families. The teachers and staff truly care about their students - academically, spiritually, and emotionally. We truly feel blessed to be a part of the Hanalani 'Ohana. read more

Hanalani Schools has been an incredible blessing for our family. The level of academic excellence is outstanding, and the teachers genuinely care about each student's success and personal growth. The campus feels safe, welcoming, and full of positive energy. We love how the school emphasizes character development, leadership, and faith in addition to academics. Our child has grown not only in knowledge, but also in confidence, responsibility, and kindness. Communication with teachers and staff is always easy, and you can tell they are truly invested in creating a supportive learning environment. Hanalani offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, so every student has the opportunity to discover their passions. We are beyond grateful to be part of the Hanalani community -- this school goes above and beyond in every way. Highly recommended! read more

Firstly, I'd like to make a shoutout to the following teachers: Giovanni Vinzons, Erin Sowers, Christina Pardine, Kristen Stoker, Mandi Cambra, Karyn Hopper, Camille Carrasco, Robert De Lizo, James McClure, Hartley Sahagun and Grace Gillespie. EXCELLENT TEACHERS!!! Phenomenal people!! Thank you for putting your heart and soul into your job, and educating our keiki! Our family has been blessed by all of you. ...The teachers are truly so great. There's a reason why some of these teachers have been there for decades! There's campus is clean. The class sizes are typically less than 20 students which makes for a great environment for the students. Our family has been apart of the Hanalani ohana for the past 3 years and we are very happy with the school. Of course, it hasn't always been sunshine and rainbows but whenever we have had an issue it has been sorted out in a professional manner and come to a positive conclusion. read more

Therir staff is amazing!!! From their teachers to Admission/front office staff. This is a beautiful campus and closed campus.

Amazing school with dedicated teachers who genuinely care for their students. We are so blessed to be part of the Hanalani ohana!

Fantastic, college prep - Christian private school that cares for its young children and young adults. If Christ centered learning is what you desire for your children then look no further than Hanalani. The academic rigor is significant and stretches the students mental limits but is exactly what todays children need. read more

Hanalani Schools creates a solid educational, faith-based environment where children can learn and grow.

We love our Hanalani family! It feels like a family and I love that my children are able to get a Christian education.

Wonderful school for my daughter to thrive. She has had a very positive experience as she is being fully prepared for college.

Our son just graduated from Hanalani Schools (attended grades 5-12) and I am proud that he graduated from one of the best schools around! I am a product of both a public as well as a private school graduate myself (Kamehameha) as was my son. He went to a local public school in Mililani but the quality of the education degraded to the point of his school teacher teaching him how to spell the word "cool" with a "K", that was unacceptable and frightening, and that was just the tip of the iceberg! I switched him over to Hanalani after they accepted him (and with a letter of recommendation from his school teachers - thank goodness I didn't burn bridges at that bad school). I wanted to try my son out for Kamehameha Schools when he was in the 9th grade because I wanted him to go to the school that I attended, but he told me he loved Hanalani so much, that if I took him to the interview, that he would purposefully sabotage it! I'm glad now that he remained at Hanalani because as much as I am fond of my alma mater, I haven't felt so strongly about a school as I do about Hanalani (Heaven's Work). What we LOVE about Hanalani: - small class sizes - nurturing environment - AMAZING athletic department, for such a small school this school has a definite footprint amongst the likes of Iolani, Kamehameha, Damien and Punahou. Thank you to Coach Jeremy for nurturing our son for many years of discus and shot put! We will miss Coach Jeremy very very much. - amazing core values, a lot of it missing in today's society: honor your parents, honor your teachers, honor God above all else. Thank your military for all their sacrifices, pledge allegiance to the flag and the United States of America. - They are religious but do not force it upon you, that is a myth, whatever you heard out there, and because of this, I am even more amenable to Christianity. I am proud to have had my son steeped in good Christian values and it's rubbed off on us heathens. - Great teachers, great communications via email, MySchool app. You are never in the dark about your child's grades or how they are doing. You have instant access to teachers via email/MySchool. - A bargain, compared to other private school education prices. - Transportation is above and beyond! One of my son's friends lives way out in the valleys of Waianae and Hanalani will drive to come get him and take him home, and this is an option! Even you have to pay, there are not many private schools that will do this, or go out of their way to go where they go. - Amazing STEAM education, cutting-edge! My son took robotics and participated in Cyber Patriots among other things. There are solid AP courses that will boost your kid through their collegiate years. - 100% college acceptance rate. Our son's graduating class had about 5 million dollars in scholarships for 50 students. - they teach traditional values and traditional math, forget the "new" math, sheesh. - they teach cursive handwriting!!! I had to teach my son that before he got to Hanalani because no public school will teach that anymore! How are kids supposed to sign documents, checks? I am so glad I took the extra time fighting with him and teaching him on my own because no public school will teach this! - very close knit school that feels like FAMILY. You will never get this anywhere else. Head of School Mr. Sugimoto is a solid rock and foundation and to him we are very thankful. - 70 years in business, and any business older than me gets a 5-star for just surviving the economic conditions in the state of Hawaii! On graduation night, some of the alumni came by to give each and every student a lei, and I have a feelings it's because of the ties they have to this very special school. Even if they didn't know my son personally, they came by with leis and congratulated my son, how many schools do this? None that I know! My son was devastated the day after he graduated, I can't even tell you how sad he was; he was very sad he was not going to see his Coach, his teachers, his classmates again, and that's very telling. I feel the same way. I don't want to cut the cord because I feel such a strong community tie to this school. I am even contemplating on volunteering when I retire. The negative reviews of this school list trivial things, and not things of value but that's just my opinion. I've never felt so strongly about a school until my son graduated and I saw the fruits of our hard work unfurl and our son graduated, and now facing his whole future for the rest of his life...and on this note, I'd like to thank Hanalani for instilling in our son all the tools he needs to go forward to the next chapter of his life. read more

We come here for volleyball practices. There's an outdoor and indoor court. It's a decent place. There are lots of seating on the bleachers. Bathrooms are convenient and clean. When the gym is full, the parking is scarce. And especially when there is a party or get together in the back it's even worse. All in all - it's a nice, little school. read more

Scary School! This review from a parent who, regrettably, had kids attend this school: 1. You and your kids will never see the results of their work: classwork, quizzes, tests, projects. Why? The school controls grading electronically because if your kids happen to be higher achievers than the school's "golden kids" (those who have contributed the most time and money to the school. For example, started school from preschool), admin will adjust grades to keep golden kids on top. Plus, students from religions other than Baptist can't possibly be on top at this institution. Administration will make sure of it. 2. Not a safe environment for students. Adults here do not prioritize safety for your children. They will be unmonitored once they step out of the classroom. I and other family members and friends have visited this school several times throughout this past school year during their lunch. There was never an adult around. That's why bullying and fights are a consistent occurrence. The most concerning thing our family has experienced is our oldest used to have disturbing memory issues until we changed schools. Was the food or drink drugged?! The buildings are so close to the main streets, easy access for anyone to get onto campus quickly and undetected as there are no adults around. Kids don't know the difference because there's always a new teacher on campus. Parking lots are tiny with mismeasured stalls LMAO. Cars don't fit so parents end up stopping in the lanes and waiting for kids to enter cars creating a disorganized unsafe path for pedestrians. Some male teachers are disturbingly physically contacting with kids, especially during school wide activities. Girls are told they are just not as good as the boys. You will be required to sign a waiver releasing Hanalani from responsibility for the safety of your children when on their property. 3. Marketing nothing but Lies: This school is not Christian in the way it conducts itself. Administration and faculty are petty and childish in their communication with parents and students. You will be treated like you're stupid to deflect from their incapabilities. They are arrogant and treat you like you're bothering them when you question anything. The programs are false. They do not prepare your children adequately for college. Math gives completion grades (100% whether or not all the problems are correct) for homework, extra credit for every test including test corrections otherwise most students won't make a passing grade! Administration is not able to retain teachers beyond an average of one to two years so how can they achieve a "world class" education? There is a DICKtatorship at this school that "keep women/girls in their place." This institution is disconnected from the real world and not forward thinking. It perpetuates exclusion, chauvinism, and misogyny. It's not the most affordable school since you will hire a tutor to fill gaps in teaching. Scholarship is a tiny range from $500 to $2,000 max per year. Financial Aid is not even worth the paperwork. Has anyone ever witnessed SNOOTYmoto (Sugimoto) ever make it to his point in any of his speeches? It's excruciating listening to him talk because he just can't formulate a message. What a weirdo! read more

Absolutely would NOT recommend this school, especially for early childhood, there are much better options out there. From the outside looking in, it seems great. However, when my child attended this school, she did not receive adequate care. Her basic needs were neglected and every time I was there to either drop her off or pick her up, things seemed unorganized and chaotic. They staff their classrooms at the maximum legs ratio and they do not have teachers aids. For the tuition price, you can find more attentive and better care elsewhere, including better curriculum. read more

Nice small school! Small with plenty to offer. Tuition in line with other schools. Class size small/ reasonable. Students held to higher standards which is nice. Plenty of offerings and activities to choose from. Uniform shop on campus and on line. Many warned of heavy religion influence. Didn't feel that way, what was taught was good for my son to grow in faith and interest in religion. If ur looking for a medium size private school, we recommend Hanalani Schools read more

These schools are a testament to what happens when some organizations get too much money. They waste it on frivolous things like banners and posters. This place puts up special banners at 8 am and takes them down at 9 am because the students have already been dropped off. Who cares anymore? DO NOT BE MISTAKEN, THIS IS A FOR PROFIT ORGANIZATION. Jesus is only a marketing ploy for them! The cost they are charging is not worth what you are going to receive, I promise!!! If you are having trouble making ends meat, you foolish to consider sending your kids here. This is idoicy sending your kids here. The cost is roughly 10g a year. 10g. If you cant make ends meat, you shouldnt be considering this and if you drive a Corolla you are wasting your money here!!! Mililani Waena is right up that road and just as good if not better!! read more

This is a intimate school tucked away in a quite neighborhood in Mililani. I would like to describe the school as unassuming but I think in recent years, Hanalani Schools has emerged as the best kept secret on the West side of Oahu. After exhausting my search for an amazing private school which instilled old fashioned values and Christian beliefs, Hanalani Schools came out on top for my preschool aged daughters. Why? Well for starters, the price point was affordable and they also offer tuition assistance and Keiki Pauahi Scholars for children of native Hawaiian descent. They also offer a bus service to their school as far as Waianae and I think Pearl City. The school is not to big and not too small. The teacher/student ratio makes the classroom settings intimate; the teachers get to know the strengths and weaknesses of each student. There is air conditioning and, a very secure campus with very watchful staff. Both of my girls attended their Pre-K program which I consider one of the best on the island (both my girls could read before kindergarten, thanks to Hanalani). The staff is extremely personable, likable and truly want to grow your child! Some of the staff are my social media "friends".... I have volunteered at Hanalani. My father loved hanging out just before school ended. He loves Hanalani too! I as a parent, I can appreciate all the small things Hanalani does to make their students and their families feel part of their Christian "Ohana." It's the little things that make the differences...like the Christmas Angel Store manned by one of their top administrators; who I learned later, was diagnosed with terminal cancer. She took the time out to help each and every child pick out wrapping paper and ribbons for those gifts. You can't put that in a brochure. Or, when I received a card in the mail which simply said, "Mrs. Ryan, we lifted your name up in prayer today." You cannot put a price on those experiences. That comes from purely from the heart. From the academic side, Hanalani Schools has been rumored to be a reliable "feeder school" to other larger, hard-to-get-into private schools around the island. I have not doubt. Hanalani stands on its own merit and from K-3 to 12, have proved themselves worthy. My girls have developed their moral character and work ethic thanks to Hanalani Schools. Consistently nurturing and equipping their students in all aspects of life skills while instill the importance of Christianity, Hanalani Schools is the real deal. read more

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Hanalani School has been truly a blessing to me and my family. The quality of parents is remarkable as they love God, love others and challenge themselves and are a clear reflection of the school. The staff has offered prayer and have been very positive. I am grateful for my time at Hanalani and the people as they have made a big impact of my values and beliefs. read more

This was my top school choice for my kids. Went to the testing, interviews, tours, and family day stuff but at the end this isnt a God school. Sure they have a bible verse stated in the morning but I asked how do you incorporate Gods word into your teaching I was told during the morning they pray. Is that all?! And also they told my 4 year old at the time he needed to cut his long hair, he refused, the school refused to accept him with his long hair so we opted out. We chose New hope which we loved. The amount of the bible that is taught daily, the tuition, and the love of gods people outweighs any high standards hanalani may have. And to think I just met a newly hired teacher the other day of hanalani who has a nose piercing, and visible tattoos on her arms and legs and they hired her but cant accept a child in Hawaii with long hair. And not give me a definite reason as to why except that that is their protocol and dresscode for boys. Smh read more

My daughter has been attending Hanalani Schools since she was 3 years old. She is now in the 3rd grade. Hanalani Schools is one of the most affordable private schools on this island that offer Pre - K through High School. I couldn't be happier with the choice I made to send her there. Being a single mother, I have to admit, it has not been easy making ends meet. I am very blessed to have received financial assistance through Hanalani Schools Tuition Assistance Program (TAP). It does not fully cover my daughter's tuition, but it sure does help! I have made many sacrifices in order for my daughter to receive an excellent education and I have to tell you, Hanalani Schools is well worth the sacrifice. If you haven't had a chance, stop by and take a tour!! read more

My son has been at hanalani schools since k4, AND I really love the small classroom sizes, and great staff. Everyone know each other and it is like a big OHANA. I hope to keep him there as long as I can, to the staff MAHALO for taking care of my child. read more

My daughter has been going to Hanalani for 3 years now. What I see in her academics, social skills, and emotional well being is extraordinary. This school is worth every penny! They are known for having a low teacher/student ratio per class as well as high graduation and college admission rate. A school that will definitely have long term positive effects in her adulthood is priceless. I am a public school teacher so I can make real comparisons. Mahalo! read more

I attended Hanalani Schools my junior and senior years of high school. I would not be who I am today without the experiences and knowledge I gained while at Hanalani. I was challenged, encouraged, and guided along the way. read more

Hanalani is an excellent school with a solid curriculum that prepared me for college and graduate school. I attended this school 6th grade thru 12th grade, and felt like I received the attention in the classroom that helped me to succeed academically. Also, with the class sizes being smaller, I was able to have the opportunity to play on several sports teams and really enjoyed growing athletically. Hanalani introduced me to what it means to believe in God and the Bible, and set me up with a foundation that has shaped my relationship with God to this day. Hanalani is a growing school that continues to provide excellent education in central Oahu, with an up and coming presence in the community. read more

My children were at a previous school(IPA) and I'm so happy to have them at Hanalani now.The children are academically challenged which is a great investment especially at Hanalani.I Not all private schools offer that as my previous experience with IPA. I love the campus, the teachers are supportive, many fun field trips pays off with student's hard work. A well rounded school that offers great academics, sports, and Christian values. My children are happier here and doing very well academically. A true blessing and a piece of mind for any parent. read more

I am so thankful for attending Hanalani my Junior and Senior year of high school. At first, I was a bit hesitant moving from a public school in Seattle with 400 students in my class to 33 students in my senior class. In the end, I am truly thankful for this experience. I received one on one attention from caring and Godly teachers. I gained numerous friends who became brothers and sisters in Christ. I was able to get into all the Christian colleges I applied for and ended up going to Westmont College- a challenging and small liberal arts college in CA. I improved in all my classes and especially enjoyed the small class settings. I grew in my faith through Bible classes and hearing speakers from chapel. I grew in leadership after becoming Vice President of the student body and Society president my senior year. This gave me self-confidence and the ability to speak in front of my peers. I also performed in the school play and excelled in Japanese by one of my favorite teachers. If it wasn't for Hanalani, I would not have attended Westmont which helped me pursue my calling as a missionary, teacher, and finding my identity in Christ. I highly recommend this school for future students who want to serve the Lord and grow academically. read more