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Waikiki welcomes a new charter school

Founded by Waikiki Community Center, Waikiki Community Center Preschool has long served local families as a tuition-based private school with a progressive, service-learning curriculum. In August 2025, it will transition into Waikiki Community Preschool, a public charter school under the State of Hawaii—becoming the first private preschool in the state to make this shift.

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This change reflects the nonprofit's commitment to expanding access to quality early education. As a tuition-free public school, it will continue to serve working families while benefiting from ongoing support and resources the center.

 

Contact: info@waikikicommunitypreschool.org

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WCC Preschool+

Waikiki Community Preschool, the PreK Only Charter, operates on a Hawaii public school calendar. To accommodate working families, Waikiki Community Center (WCC) provides a separate and private afternoon and summer preschool through its DHS-licensed program. 
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Families who are admitted to the Waikiki Community Preschool Charter can apply for the WCC Preschool+ program afternoon care by ​​completing the application that can be downloaded below. 
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Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis so we encourage families to apply as soon as possible. We hope to be able to accommodate all families who need afternoon care and the number of spaces will depend upon staffing levels.
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Download the application form here.​
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Application and Document Submission:
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  • Via Email: preschoolplus@waikikicommunitycenter.org OR

  • In person: Waikiki Community Center Office / 310 Paoakalani Avenue (Please note: In-person submissions will be accepted from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)

    Questions? Email or call 808-926-8106

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WCC Preschool+ FAQS

Q: What are the times of the WCC Preschool+ program?
A:  Monday to Friday, 2:30 – 5:30 pm on school days.

Q: Will the WCC Preschool+ be open year-round?
A:  The WCC Preschool+ program will be following the Waikiki Community Preschool 2026-27 school calendar during the school year and anticipates offering a summer program. The WCC Preschool+ program will be closed on school holidays and during the fall, winter, and spring breaks.
 
Q: Who is eligible for enrollment into the WCC Preschool+ program?
A:  Enrollment for the WCC Preschool+ program is available to children attending Waikiki Community Preschool and are fully toilet trained. Fully toilet trained is defined as the child wears underwear (no diapers/pull-ups) and is able to communicate with staff when he/she needs to use the toilet. It also means that the child is able to clean/wipe their bottom when they have a bowel movement and they are able to remove and replace their underwear by themselves.
 
Q: What is the cost?
A:  $250.00 per month.
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Q: Do you accept tuition subsidies (i.e. Child Care Services, POD)?
A:  Yes.
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Q: Will WCC Preschool+ be providing tuition assistance for families?
A:  No.
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Q: Are there any forms that are needed besides the application?
A:  Yes:
  • Student Health Record—Form 14; with a current physical exam (within the past 12 months), TB clearance, and immunizations.
  • Pre-K Health Record Supplement—DHS 908
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Q:  Will food be provided by WCC Preschool+?
A:  No. Parents are responsible to provide a nutritious, non-perishable snack and a water bottle with a flip straw—each day your child attends the program.
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