Looking for your child's next school? Plan a campus visit with our roundup of private school Open Houses on Oahu.
Choosing the right school for your child is a big decision. Find out more about the unique programs at Hawaii's private schools in August's HONOLULU Magazine, on newsstands July 27.
For an up close look at the campus, a chance to meet the teachers and staff and chat with students, an open house is a great option. HONOLULU Family will be updating this list throughout the year as more open houses are scheduled. So check back for the latest.
Honolulu Waldorf School-Lower School
350 Ulua Street
Honolulu, 96821
Contact
Astrid Tommasino
377-5471
niu@honoluluwaldorf.org
honoluluwaldorf.org
Date & Time
Saturday, Jan. 23, 2016
9-11 a.m.
Details
Lower School Open House
There will be kindergarten to Grade 8 sample lessons. All are welcome.
Saint Francis School
2707 Pamoa Road
Honolulu, 96822
Contact
Darian Tolentino
988-4111 ext. 712
dtolentino@stfrancis-oahu.org
stfrancis-oahu.org
Date & Time
Saturday, Jan. 23, 2016
1-3 p.m.
Details
Saint Francis School and Saint Marianne Cope Preschool welcomes prospective students and parents for an informational session and a campus tour led by student guides.
Le Jardin
917 Kalanianaole Highway
Kailua, 96734
Contact
Cindy Herndon
261-0707 ext. 1320
cindy.herndon@lejardinacademy.org
lejardinacademy.org
Date & Time
Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016
10 a.m.-noon
Details
The Open House is for kids from PreK to the 12th Grade. Kids can visit the classrooms, meet the faculty and learn about the International Baccalaureate Advantage.
Hoala School
1067A California Ave.
Wahiawa, 96786
Contact
Darlene Dela Cruz
darlene@hoalaschool.org
hoalaschool.org
Date & Time
Friday, Feb. 5, 2016
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Details
K-12
Hoala School welcomes prospective parents interested in learning more about our school for Kindergarten through 12th grade. For 30 years, Hoala has been the leader in character education through a philosophy that encourages children to reach their full potential in a respectful, safe, nourishing environment. Small classes, enriched curriculum, hands-on learning, service trips and experienced teachers are a few highlights of our program. Tour our campus and meet the Head of School and current parents.
La Pietra-Hawaii School for Girls
2933 Poni Moi Road
Honolulu, 96815
Contact
Megan Meyer
922-2744 ext. 106
mmeyer@lapietra.edu
lapietra.edu
Date & Time
Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016
10 a.m.-noon
Details
Parents and prospective students will learn about academic programs, extra-curricular opportunities and meet and hear from students, faculty and staff.
Hanalani Schools
94-294 Anania Drive
Mililani, 96789
Contact
Tina Pardine
625-0737 ext. 456
admissions@hanalani.org
hanalani.org
Date & Time
Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016
8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Details
Tour the campus, speak administrators, parents, current students and see demonstrations of fine arts and robotics programs.
Saint Louis School
3142 Waialae Avenue
Honolulu, 96816
Contact
Russell Valente
739-4832
admissions@saintlouishawaii.org
saintlouishawaii.org
Date & Time
Saturday, Feb. 21, 2016
1-3 p.m.
Details
Spring Open House
Hongwanji Mission School
1728 Pali Highway
Honolulu, 96813
Contact
Cha Tom
532-0522 ext. 0
cha.tom@hongwanji.us
hongwanjimissionschool.com
Date & Time
Thursday, April 7, 2016
9-11:30 a.m.
Details
Visit the Open House and see the annual HMS Learning Showcase for all grades. To RSVP or ask questions, email Cha Tom.
Past Open Houses
Honolulu Waldorf School
5257 Kalanianaole Highway
Honolulu, 96821
Contact
Astrid Tommasino
377-5471
admissions@honoluluwaldorf.org
honoluluwaldorf.org
Date & Time
Tuesday, Sept. 15
6-8 p.m.
Details
High School Open House
HAIS Private School Admissions Fair-Honolulu
Japanese Cultural Center, 2454 S. Beretania St.
Honolulu, 96826
Contact
Hawaii Association of Independent Schools
973-1540
hais.org
Date & Time
Saturday, Sept. 26
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Details
Meet school admissions representatives and learn how to apply to and finance an independent school education.
10:30-11:00 a.m. - Applying to an Independent School session
noon-12:30 p.m. - Financing an Independent School Education session
HAIS Private School Admissions Fair - Leeward
Pearl Country Club, 98-535 Kaonohi St.
Aiea, 96701
Contact
Hawaii Association of Independent Schools
973-1540
hais.org
Date & Time
Tuesday, Sept. 29
5-7:30 p.m.
Details
Meet school admissions representatives and learn how to apply to and finance an independent school education.
5:30-6:00 p.m. - Applying to an Independent School session
6:30-7:00 p.m. - Financing an Independent School Education session
HAIS Private School Admissions Fair - Windward
Koolau Ballrooms, 45-550 Kionaole Road
Kaneohe, 96744
Contact
Hawaii Association of Independent Schools
973-1540
hais.org
Date & Time
Thursday, Oct. 1
5-7:30 p.m.
Details
Meet school admissions representatives and learn how to apply to and finance an independent school education.
5:30-6:00 p.m. - Applying to an Independent School session
6:30-7:00 p.m. - Financing an Independent School Education session
Mid-Pacific
2445 Kaala St.
Honolulu, 96822
Contact
Lani Corrie
973-5005
admissions@midpac.edu
midpac.edu
Date & Time
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015
8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Details
PreK-12
Visit Mid-Pacific’s beautiful Manoa Valley campus and learn about our distinctive School of the Arts, International Baccalaureate program, Mid-Pacific Exploratory (MPX), state-of-the-art technology centers, our Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool, and elementary, middle and high school learning communities. RSVP to 973-5005.
La Pietra-Hawaii School for Girls
2933 Poni Moi Road
Honolulu, 96815
Contact
Megan Meyer
922-2744 ext. 106
mmeyer@lapietra.edu
lapietra.edu
Date & Time
Thursday, Nov. 5
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Details
Fall Open House
St. Patrick School
3320 Harding Ave.
Honolulu, 96816
Contact
Date & Time
Sunday, Nov. 15, 2015
1 p.m.-3 p.m.
Details
PreK-8
St. Patrick School invites all parents interested in learning more about our school. We provide a quality Catholic education for students ranging from 3-year-olds through 8th grade, by incorporating faith and values with challenging academics to build moral character and leadership. Our small class sizes offer 21st century learning skills that foster opportunities for students to thrive innovatively and think globally. St. Patrick School welcomes you to visit us as we guide you through the experience our students love and parents value.
Open House information gathered from individual schools and the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools website.
