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Search 975 verified daycare and childcare centers across Hawaii, sourced directly from Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii . Filter by age group, program type, and subsidy acceptance — no signup.

975
Licensed Centers
$1,380/mo
Avg Infant Care
$1,020/mo
Avg Preschool
1:4
Infant Ratio

Hawaii Childcare Licensing

In Hawaii, all child care centers serving children outside the family home are required to be licensed by the Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii. Licensed centers undergo background checks, capacity inspections, and routine compliance reviews.

Minimum staff-to-child ratios are 1:4 for infants under 12 months, 1:6 for toddlers (12–35 months), and 1:12 for preschool (3–5 years). NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below the state minimum.

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Quick licensing facts

Regulator
Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii
Infant ratio
1:4
Toddler ratio
1:6
Preschool ratio
1:12
Avg infant cost
$1,380/mo
Avg preschool cost
$1,020/mo

Top Cities for Daycare in Hawaii

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Wahiawa
413 centers
Honolulu
127 centers
Hilo
15 centers
Ewa Beach
15 centers
Pearl City
14 centers
Lihue
14 centers
Kapolei
14 centers
Aiea
14 centers
Waipahu
13 centers
Waimea
13 centers
Waikoloa
13 centers
Waianae
13 centers
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Hawaii Childcare Subsidies & Tax Credits

Hawaii families can apply for Hawaii CCCS (Child Care Connection Subsidy) based on income and work/school status. Federal programs — the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit, Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap), and Head Start — stack on top of state assistance.

Local intake line: (808) 692-7100

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Program Types in Hawaii

Preschool Program
122 centers
Montessori School
122 centers
Licensed Group Child Care Home
122 centers
Licensed Family Daycare Home
122 centers
Licensed Child Care Center
122 centers
Head Start Center
122 centers

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M Montessori

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6 weeks - 12 years Cap 99
M Licensed Center

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Infants & Toddlers Cap 76
A Family Daycare

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School Age (5+) Cap 115
M Group Care

Mililani Mauka Precious Moments #19

Honolulu

School Age (5+) Cap 112
M Preschool

Mililani Mauka Golden Gate Daycare #20

Honolulu

Preschool (2-5) Cap 71
K Head Start

Kids R Us Mililani Mauka #21

Honolulu

2 years - 12 years Cap 36
M Before/After School

Mililani Mauka Learning Tree #22

Honolulu

School Age (5+) Cap 111
J Infant Care

Jumping Jacks Mililani Mauka #23

Honolulu

Preschool (2-5) Cap 100
M Montessori

Mililani Mauka Sunflower Daycare #24

Honolulu

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 67
M Licensed Center

Mililani Mauka Panda Kids Academy #25

Honolulu

Infants & Toddlers Cap 83
M Family Daycare

Mililani Mauka Wonder Years #26

Honolulu

School Age (5+) Cap 18
L Group Care

Little Genius Mililani Mauka #27

Honolulu

School Age (5+) Cap 85

Daycare in Hawaii — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know a daycare in Hawaii is licensed?
Every center listed here is verified against the Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii database. Look for the 'Licensed' badge on each profile. You can also confirm directly via the agency's lookup tool at https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/bessd/files/2024/childcare-list.pdf.
What is the staff-to-child ratio in Hawaii?
State minimums in Hawaii are roughly 1:4 infants, 1:6 toddlers, and 1:12 preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below these ceilings.
How much does daycare cost in Hawaii?
Full-time infant care averages about $1380/month; preschool runs around $1020/month. Costs vary by city — large metros like Hawaii trend higher than rural areas.
Are subsidies available for childcare in Hawaii?
Yes. The primary state program is Hawaii CCCS (Child Care Connection Subsidy), reachable at (808) 692-7100. Federal options like Head Start, the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit, and Dependent Care FSA also apply. See our subsidies guide for eligibility rules.
How do I report unsafe conditions at a Hawaii daycare?
File a complaint with the Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii via their website. Inspections are public record; severe violations result in license suspension.

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