Hana, HI

Little Sprouts Hana is a highly-regarded local childcare center that emphasizes nature-based learning and Hawaiian cultural education. The center features a comprehensive early childhood curriculum that incorporates outdoor exploration, gardening, and traditional Hawaiian values. With small class sizes and low teacher-to-child ratios, the facility provides personalized attention and maintains excellent safety standards. Teachers are certified in early childhood education and receive ongoing professional development. The center's outdoor learning environment includes garden beds where children participate in growing traditional Hawaiian plants and vegetables, fostering environmental stewardship and cultural connection.

Located in nearby Kahului but serving families throughout East Maui including Hana, Hale Makua Child Development Center operates under Maui Family Support Services with a focus on comprehensive early childhood development. The center implements research-based curricula including Creative Curriculum and focuses on social-emotional development, cognitive skills, and school readiness. The facility maintains NAEYC accreditation standards with highly qualified teachers holding degrees in early childhood education. Safety protocols include secure entry systems, regular emergency drills, and comprehensive health screening procedures. The center offers sliding scale fees and serves diverse families across Maui County.

As part of Hawaii's largest childcare provider, Kama'aina Kids Kahului Preschool offers a structured educational program that serves families throughout Maui, including transportation options for Hana area families. The center features a play-based learning approach combined with academic readiness activities, focusing on literacy, mathematics, and social skills development. The facility includes age-appropriate playgrounds, dedicated learning centers, and technology-integrated classrooms. All lead teachers hold bachelor's degrees in education or related fields, and the center maintains state-mandated teacher-to-child ratios with additional support staff. The program emphasizes Hawaiian values and cultural integration while preparing children for kindergarten success.