Part-day early-learning Center for ages 2-5
The Y’s early-learning enrichment program is designed to help a child transition from a homecare setting and prepare for a formal preschool setting. Activities focus on social and behavioral skills, plus cognitive, gross, and fine motor skills.
There is 1 teacher for every 8 children. Two sessions per week, each 2 hours and 45 minutes (or 5 hours, 30 minutes total per week). Children may only be enrolled in one session at a time.
Looking for Full-Day Care?
The Y also offers full-day programs for families who need care throughout the day.
YMCA Kailua Infant & Toddler Care is now enrolling children ages 6 weeks to 2 years, 7 months. Located on the grounds of YMCA Kailua Preschool at St. John Lutheran Church, the program provides a warm, nurturing environment that supports each child’s individual needs and development.
Full-day preschool for children ages 2 to 5 years old is available at YMCA Kailua (2 years, 8 months to 5 years), YMCA Leeward, and YMCA Pali Nuʻuanu.
Locations, Hours, Ages, and Registration
94-440 Mokuola Street, Waipahu
For Ages 2-5
- Monday and Wednesday: 8:30-11:15am
- Optional Family Engagement: 11:15–11:30am
To register, visit the Leeward Y or call (808) 671-6495.
95-1190 Hikikaulia Street, Mililani
For Ages 2
- Monday and Wednesday: 8:30-11:15am
- Optional Family Engagement: 11:15–11:30am
For Ages 3-5
- Monday and Wednesday: 8:15-11:00am
- Optional Family Engagement: 11:00–11:15am
- Tuesday and Thursday from 8:45-11:30am
- Optional Family Engagement: 11:30–11:45am
To register, visit the Mililani Y or call (808) 625-1040.
1441 Pali Highway, Honolulu
For Ages 2-5
- Monday and Wednesday: 8:30-11:15am
- Optional Family Engagement: 11:15–11:30am
- Tuesday and Thursday: 8:30-11:15am
- Optional Family Engagement: 11:15–11:30am
To register, visit the Nu‘uanu Y or call (808) 536-3556.
Registration Forms
Registration for the Early Learning Centers is completed directly with the branch to ensure the best experience for your child and family. Families will need to submit a completed registration packet as part of the enrollment process. This allows our team to review program details, answer questions, and support a smooth start for your child.
Your registration packet includes:
- Child & Family Information Form
- Emergency & Medical Information
- Photo/Video Release
- Waiver & Release of Liability
- Enrollment Agreement
- Required State of Hawaii TB Clearance Form (or provide one from your child's doctor's office)
94-440 Mokuola Street, Waipahu
For Ages 2-5
- Monday and Wednesday: 8:30-11:15am
- Optional Family Engagement: 11:15–11:30am
To register, visit the Leeward Y or call (808) 671-6495.
95-1190 Hikikaulia Street, Mililani
For Ages 2
- Monday and Wednesday: 8:30-11:15am
- Optional Family Engagement: 11:15–11:30am
For Ages 3-5
- Monday and Wednesday: 8:15-11:00am
- Optional Family Engagement: 11:00–11:15am
- Tuesday and Thursday from 8:45-11:30am
- Optional Family Engagement: 11:30–11:45am
To register, visit the Mililani Y or call (808) 625-1040.
1441 Pali Highway, Honolulu
For Ages 2-5
- Monday and Wednesday: 8:30-11:15am
- Optional Family Engagement: 11:15–11:30am
- Tuesday and Thursday: 8:30-11:15am
- Optional Family Engagement: 11:15–11:30am
To register, visit the Nu‘uanu Y or call (808) 536-3556.
Registration Forms
Registration for the Early Learning Centers is completed directly with the branch to ensure the best experience for your child and family. Families will need to submit a completed registration packet as part of the enrollment process. This allows our team to review program details, answer questions, and support a smooth start for your child.
Your registration packet includes:
- Child & Family Information Form
- Emergency & Medical Information
- Photo/Video Release
- Waiver & Release of Liability
- Enrollment Agreement
- Required State of Hawaii TB Clearance Form (or provide one from your child's doctor's office)
Fees
The monthly fee is $450 per child. With a Y family membership, the discounted monthly rate is $360 per child.
There is a charge of $5 for each 5-minute increment of care, which will be assessed for parents/guardians arriving after the pick-up window (e.g., pick up between 1-5 minutes late will result in $5, 6-10 minutes late will result in $10, etc.). Please have your exact amount of payment available, as our staff do not have access to change, or the charge will be added to your electronic fund transfer account. Note: Repeat tardiness may result in removal from the program.
Financial aid
Need-based financial aid for up to 60% off is available from the YMCA.
Sample Schedule
AM – Drop-off
15 minutes – Circle time
30 minutes – Curriculum
1 hour – Center time, bathroom breaks, snack time
30 minutes – Activities (arts and crafts, reading, games, movement)
15 minutes – Clean-up, closing activities, pack bags
Pick-up time (parents may participate in optional family engagement activities for an additional 15 minutes.)
Health and safety
To promote a safe environment for all youth participants and our staff, please follow these safety rules:
- Stay home when unwell: To promote a safe environment for all youth participants and our staff; please do not send your child to preschool if they have a fever or are not feeling well.