Steve is cool, calm, zen. He helps built confidence in newbie surfers to safely navigate the waters…read moreand enjoy surfing. My teen son was keen to try surfing and fell in love with riding waves with Steve. He loves surfing so much he wanted to surf again on the same visit to Maui. So grateful for Steve's calm, patient, and encouraging style. Thanks Steve! Looking forward to seeing you again. Maui No Ka Oi.

Steve is amazing!! He took our group of kids and adults out and everyone had a great time. We had a…read morerange of experienced surfers and some first timers and Steve was great about catering the lesson to each person's ability. He's a great teacher; calm, fun, and positive! He supplied the boards - brought them to the beach and packed them up when you are done! Highly recommend!

Today was last day of Preschool for our twins and what a year they had with LIttle Explorers Maui…read morein Wailuku. The staff are very friendly and compassionate and the kids love them all. They were sad to say goodbye to everybody today but they are also thankful for everything they learned in a year. Their favorite teacher is Aunty Liz, she is really good at what she does and my kids definitely learned a lot from her and from the other teachers as well. They surely will miss their Preschool, the Little Explorers. Would recommend this school to all the parents.

This is such an awesome program. A free preschool for for infants to toddlers. They operate two…read moredays a week and coordinate field trips. They sing and teach the kids so much in such a short time frame. It is such a blessing for my child to take part in this well organized and educational program for free. She is learning to interact with others, developing cognitive and her motor skills. We hope this program continues for years so that many other children may experience the educational support and love from Tutu and Me.

Can't say enough about the professionalism and dedication this staff brings to the table,…read moreexceptional school.

Words really can't express how much of a positive impact this school has had on our family. Our…read morechild is now in her second year at Little Monk Seal Montessori and is thriving! We first walked in and immediately felt the passion that both Katie and Michelle had for not only teaching but for the kids. And it's definitely evident when we see them with our child. Below are just some of the many reasons we love the school: They follow the DOE (department of education) calendar. If you have other kids, you know how important it is to have them all off at the same time for vacations!  Small class sizes. The kids get the one-on-one they not only need, but deserve. The teachers really get to know the kids on a personal level and it shows when they do the parent teacher conferences. They are able to articulate where your child is excelling and where they need extra attention and give you the support you need to help them at home.  Strong Montessori foundation. We've explored many other types of schools but have found that Montessori is the absolute best for our child. She's just started Kindergarten and will be well above 2nd grade level once she's finished.  After school programs. The school offers many exciting after school programs that the kids love like soccer, dance, science and even yoga. These really benefit us in particular because they go beyond the normal school hours and work best with our work schedules.  Price. Very affordable especially considering the quality education that the kids receive and there are plenty of programs for financial assistance (preschool open doors).  Cultural/environmental awareness. One thing we really love is how our child is now very aware of their environmental footprint and how they can make positive changes. For instance, they have a Monk Seal responder team that will actually go out and meet when there is a Monk Seal sighting. This hands on approach is such an amazing way for the kids to learn. Also, the school is great at having lessons based on the Hawaiian culture and Maui in general.  Mahalo Nui Little Monk Seal Montessori!

Great loving caring teachers! Wonderful stimulating,…read moreeducating enviornment. Fantastic outdoor area! Staff longevity, many teachers have been there 25 years +! My children had such a great start there and were very prepared for Kindergarten

In response to the angry individual claiming that he had to pay for the ACADEMY...uh...did you not…read moreread the packet you got when you applied? Private schools mean you PAY for lil' junior's education. So...if you are unhappy, by all means there are public schools who, since I teach at them I can say with complete certainty, will take EVERY kind of student. If you desire a specified educational experience- which, since I am currently enjoying the second of my three children at Carden for middle school, I can also say with first-hand experience - then you pay for it. Fish or cut bait. This school is loving, caring, kind, nurturing, and everything you pay for. Sorry some people want something for nothing. Public schools have been fine for my kids; Carden is a gift.

Similar to the Carden schools we visited in Silicon Valley. K-8th school priced $8.5k-$9.4k per…read moreyear.

I recently completed the Real Estate Salesperson course with Carol Ball…read more I felt the course to be most educational, functional, and efficient. And, believe it or not, Fun. I highly recommend this school and highly recommend taking the in-person class. Whether you're new to the industry of real estate, real estate sales, property management, or timeshare, or an experienced individual, this course really prepares you for a career in RE in the Hawaiian Islands. You're provided with multiple books including: the PSI test-book, a Real Estate universal text, and Carol Ball's Hawaii Real Estate supplemental text, along with daily copies of the power point slides, daily quizzes and their answers, and an interactive platform to enhance a classroom learning experience. I supplemented the class, books, and coursework with the textbook's online application. It made the driving from Napili to the classroom efficient as it supplemented my learning. The classroom is esthetically appealing, modern, well kept. The tools used are PowerPoint slides, handouts, and lecture that includes real life practices from an experienced instructor (Carol or Keoni). You're learning alongside like-minded individuals with similar goals and interests. The location of the school is centralized making it convenient for those living or working in all parts of the island. Our class was equally divided from West Siders, Upcountry, and South Siders. It is a very fast paced, compacted curriculum. The benefits of taking the live course over the internet course are the following: -expectations that require you to study, read, keep up and have discipline -group interactions -live question and answers -classroom setting -supplemental information that you wouldn't find in a text book -networking 100% of the real estate industry, from my own personal experience is who you know. In my class, I was introduced, informally, to 21 other students who are just like me: Beginners. We rushed through the get-to-know you and right into hard-working & studious colleagues. The class was well organized, structured, and ran very smoothly. I think the value of the information learned was well over the cost of taking the live course. I would take it again if I needed to, but I don't because I passed! I'll definitely be using Carol Ball for the Continued Education required after becoming an REA. Which leads me to my final point of this review: I completely understand what it will take to be a successful in this industry. I didn't just learn about RE law and how to use the state and federal resources for selling RE, but I understand the requirements to become a successful REA. The steps that follow after the class, and how to continue my career in RE. It would be unjust to call this the "best RE class in Hawaii," because I can't compare. But, I can definitely say that it exceeded my expectations by far, that I feel 100% prepared for my licensing exam on the 10th, and that I would 100% recommend Carol Ball. SIDE REVIEW: If I was looking for a company to help me purchase/sell a home, investment property, or vacation home, the experience that Keoni and Carol bring make them an excellent option! Review by an aspiring time-share sales person.

I love everything about Montessori School of Maui especially the feeling of ohana (family). It is…read morea breathtaking campus. There is a feeling of peace when you set foot on the campus. Most importantly are the people who work there and the children who bring life to the school. The adults truly care and are passionate about the children that they work with. This was the perfect fit for our family. I am glad to know that we made the right choice. It has opened up a world of possibilities for our daughter to thrive in the Montessori environment.

Montessori of Maui is an absolutely WONDERFUL School. The setting is inspiring, professional and…read morehelpful staff. There's synergy created that you can experience across the campus, through the students and all the creative projects. The school has a glorious setting with a large and magical banyan tree on campus. All the teachers have set up their rooms with special care and creates a friendly and safe atmosphere for the students. Mahalo Nui Montessori ~ excellent effort!!