BINGO Fundraiser in Kaneohe, Oahu, Hawaii…read more.. My friend's daughter's volleyball team held their fundraiser at the cafeteria of this local public elementary school. Parking was free. I'm glad that we arrived early and parked close to the entrance of the cafeteria (where the ground was level) before 4pm. After 8pm, when our session ended, the parking lot towards the back of the building had no lighting, the road was uphill, and was spooky in general. The "Girls" restroom had just one stall... and no seat covers for the toilet. At least there was soap and paper towels! Inside the spacious, well-lit, clean room, there were ceiling fans, short, round tables with stools attached to them, long tables for vendors to sell crafts and snacks, more tables for prizes and reception area, and good lighting. There was a nice cross-breeze, so no air-conditioning was needed, and the doors were left open. Overall, this was a great venue for a function like this! There was a screen for a projection and an excellent sound system. Maybe one of the parents brought their own equipment?

The administration is terrible at this school. The principal takes no accountability for things…read morethat are happening on campus. There are no clear rules or consequences for the kids at school. The school disciplines with aloha and lays no ground rules. Bullying is a major problem. Kids are constantly being harassed and threatened and nothing happens to the bullies. Fights happen and the involved do not get suspended or even have recess taken away. All merit and award assemblies were removed and never brought back. The good kids have nothing to work for. The teachers at the counselors at this school are phenomenal and excellent. Wonderful educators. The main problem is the principal and the lack of discipline at the school.

TCS is a GEM. Our…read morefamily adores this school, its heart, its commitment to every student and every family, and its focus on the word. GOD IS GOOD. The curriculum flows organically from class to class--if a subject from Language Arts connects to Science, the faculty embrace it and go with it! Everyone is so open, receptive and creative and kind! Class sizes are small, so your child is given great individualized instruction, but they aren't so small where the social interaction is limited. The creativity in adventures and regular school outings across Oahu are incredible. In many ways, the island is the classroom! We just love this place and are so grateful for its faculty. staff, and visionary and compassionate leadership. Joel Staggers is a remarkable leader. If you are considering private Christian education, look no further than Trinity Christian School.

Trinity Christian School Kailua, Hawaii is a top rated Classical Christian Education school that…read moreworks together with Trinity Christian Church to educate students and support the entire family and community. It's very rare to find school, church, family and community teaching, living, and working together as the Bible instructs. They truly exemplify what Christ and the Bible directs and wants to deliver the best and most Godly education, curriculum and upbringing. Best Classical Christian education private school in our book! We rate them more than five stars and they are perfectly located in Kailua, a wonderful, safe, family-friendly town. Didn't even know a school like this still exists.

Kapunahala Elementary School is where I spent my grade school years and where our daughter Kimmee…read morealso attended. What makes this school so great is not only it's convenient location which is less than a block away but the consistently great administrative and teaching staff that has become a standard here over the years. The academic and human values learned here has stuck with me throughout my life and helped me in my development as I moved on in life and into the tough world of being a teenager. One of the best programs at Kapunahala Elementary when our daughter was attending there was the AGT(academically gifted and talented) which started to mold her interests which later became a career in performing arts. Our daughter Kimmee went on to join the touring cast of the Broadway hit musical Miss Saigon, was on the original Broadway cast of Mama Mia and later cast on the Discovery channel's popular children's TV show HI-5. It's hard to make a fair conclusion when you only know of one place but through personal experience and results the assumption that Kapunahala Elementary is the best place to send your kids might not be all that wrong.

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Staff is very helpful and knowledgeable and when I called with questions about what I purchased,…read morethey were friendly and able to help.

only went for the tour so far... (just so happened to be our "home" school) everyone was very…read morewelcoming and friendly. made sure to answer all and any of our questions. will update with new post once we have had a chance to get some school days under our belt

Both of our girls went here, K thru 6. What an experience! An absolutely fantastic school. Cannot…read morecount the number times we were blown away with teachers taking as much time as child needed. We loved the whole staff there. I mean that, principal on down to the lunch folks. Our girls entered middle school ahead of their peers. I'd like to call out every teacher who was special to our kids (and us!), but it is literally the entire staff!! Simply the best elementary school, public OR private on Oahu!!

I visited this school as a volunteer and thought that the student were very polite and helpful. I…read moreloved the school's atmosphere. The world map painting on the ground and the flags of different countries on the building wall really brought an international feeling to this local school.

I have an extremely biased view, but let me quickly and sweetly explain why: EVERYONE CARES…read more The staff has been stacked with teachers that are not only qualified but also extremely dedicated and creative. The current principal, Mr. No, is also an intelligent man that has taken the helm and leading the school towards an even brighter future. On top of the wonderful staff, the community is also driven to make sure that the school, and each other, support one another to help each other grow. A school that takes pride in their activities, and pushes students to excel and grow individually. Parents, your search is over. This is the school to put your children in.

HonuPride! For sure. Second (possible 3rd/4th) generation Kailua 'ohana who absolutely loves and…read moreappreciates our neighborhood school. With very few principals over the years KES has been under some great leadership and care. It has shown with the amazing students that come through as well as the teachers who are so passionate about their students, school, and teaching. The students have the best of what is available to them and the administration makes sure they are plugged in where ever necessary. KES is a big campus but small group with about 250-300 students in all and a total 'ohana environment. They really care for the children like their own and know how to make visiting families feel like they've been there forever. The teachers set goals for themselves and for the students with the principal and make sure they are on track with meeting them throughout the year. Their focus is definitely on developing the whole child. From academics to social (with friends or in clubs) and beyond the children are able to get a well rounded education, positive influences, and make lifelong memories! Once a Honu always a Honu.

First year for our son and we have been very impressed with the teachers and administrators. They…read morepractice what they preach when it comes to righteous behavior and accountability. Ms. Wood is great!

this schools suck as a 6th grade student the staff are rude and ignorant they brush aside bullying…read moreand they brush aside bugs in the lunch making room a girl In my class even found a cockroach in her food the teacher did not do a thing she just said "take the bug out and eat the rest of your food" like bugs carry germs that could get you incredibly sick. They also do NOT care for your mental health ms.chain told the class that we were going to have a terrible future like look where you ended up AND she told us she was sorry for our parents that we were lazy kids while they were hard working a kid cried because of that. The grade teachers are fine it's just the rest of the staff suck most of the time not including the malama teacher shes the best the custodians are fine ussaly not including ms purrty she SUCKS shes rude and really cringe and theirs always drama with the specials teachers.If your look to send this kid to this school DO NOT this school sucks take it from someone who goes their and also the current principal sucks what do you mean your splitting the 6th grade class you just feel bad your school is SMALL all the principal focuses on is the test scores not the kids and to the vice principal we're not young adults we're 12 we're still children we haven't even reached teen yet (ms.shaya is fine)

Keolu Elementary is a wonderful and caring school. We absolutely love it! Although it is only the…read moreprincipal's second year at Keolu, she loves students, teachers, families, education, and Kailua. The principal works so hard for her students and her staff, staying late, putting on events, and creating memories. Keolu is a small school with only one class per grade. One of the school's values is that every student is known. We love this about the school! When I drop my kids off in the morning, there are multiple adults that know their names and welcome them to campus. Keolu has a beautiful campus, faculty, and staff that care about their home and that learning is happening. We love Keolu Elementary!

My kids attended here since pre-school thru mid elementary but have since left due to the daily…read morecommute back to town. Academically you could not ask for a better school for the price. They have the kids reading in pre-school and reading proficiently by kindergarten. Spiritually its excellent as well since everything is based on Jesus and is the basis of everything they do. In general its a caring and nurturing environment, though one of their staff is not so much...... The school itself is rather small and a bit weathered. Academically they prepare the kids well since over the years my kids classes have gotten smaller and smaller with many gets getting into bigger private schools like Punahou, Iolani, HBA, Kamehameha, Mid-Pac or some just opt to go to public school for personal reasons. Class sizes for 1st - 5th grade is around 12 students each, 5th - 8th is around 5-6 students each. They've also lost a lot of their really good teachers but there are still a few there that are great....like Joy Yoshida who is the best.

If you're looking for a private school, but can't afford those big name ones and live on the…read moreWindward side think about the school I have to tell you I have never met more caring, teachers and faculty staff than this school. They truly are a diamond in the rough. You will not be disappointed, especially with Miss Debbie what a sweetheart she is.

Our daughter was enrolled in le jardin academy for preschool but during the pandemic, we pulled her…read moreout bc the remote learning wasn't worth the tuition. When we felt safe sending her back to school, our friends recommended wee achievers and they were so passionate about the school, we decided to enroll her there after meeting all the sweet teachers. The facilities might not be the most modern or new but everything else - the curriculum, the care, the amazing teachers - is so above and beyond any expectations we had for preschool. They are truly caring and engaging - our daughter is thriving and so happy. It's a small local preschool with a diverse group of students. We are so happy we don't want to leave and wish we had found it sooner!! The parent community is also really welcoming and great and we feel so lucky to be part of it. We can't say enough good things about wee!!!

We are so blessed to have found Wee Achievers. The teachers, Ms. Debbie and Ms. Trisha have put…read moretogether an amazing and creative curriculum that put the F-U-N in learning! My shy child was able to flourish, because the teachers are very nurturing and caring. She is also kindergarten ready, because their curriculum incorporates everything kids need to know for kindergarten and so much more! Find pics on their Facebook page. Also visit: www.weeachievers.com