Your Child’s Bright Future Begins At Hoʻāla School
Hoʻāla School offers a quality education in a stimulating, nurturing environment for children from Kindergarten through Grade 8. Our educational programs do much more than teach your child; they instill confidence, independent thought and a lifelong love of learning. As a parent, the choices you make for your child now will have a profound effect on their future development and success. Make the right choice for your child at Hoʻāla School.
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Hoʻāla School's Educational Philosophy
Hoʻāla Education is a philosophy that uses a coherent system of practices to develop citizens of personal integrity who act effectively for the greater good. Based on the work of Alfred Adler as articulated by Rudolf Dreikurs and others.
Adler held that human behavior is purposive or future oriented. Each of us is searching for two fundamental things:
A strong sense of significance — feeling that you matter
A strong sense of belonging — feeling connected to community
Our Mission
The mission of Hoʻāla School is to provide students with a safe and stimulating environment that encourages mutual respect, sense of belonging and a passion for learning.
Safe Environment
Confidence and independence are instilled in every child within a welcoming, inclusive community.
Individualized Attention
Small class sizes with caring, experienced teachers who adapt to each student's abilities.
Values-Based Learning
Our education results in respectful, compassionate critical thinkers ready for lifelong success.
Diverse Community
We value acceptance and diversity — every child genuinely feels they belong.
Admissions
The process begins with your school tour. We invite you to observe a classroom to see how our teachers interact with students. You will promptly hear back and be asked to submit an Application Form.
Now Accepting Applications — Space is Limited!
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You'll hear back promptly from Hoʻāla School after your tour.
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Fill out and send your Application Form to secure your child's spot.
Hoʻāla School's Educational Philosophy
Hoʻāla Education is a philosophy that uses a coherent system of practices to develop citizens of personal integrity who act effectively for the greater good.
Hoʻāla Education is based on the work of Alfred Adler as articulated by Rudolf Dreikurs and others. Adler held that human behavior is purposive or future oriented, although unconsciously so.
Adler identifies two basic motivations and says that each of us is searching for two things:
- A strong sense (or experience) of significance
- A strong sense (or experience) of belonging
What Our Families Say
"Our kids were homeschooled up until January this year, when we decided to put them into Ho'ala School in Wahiawa, HI. They are a private school (only K-8th), but I have found that their tuition is lower compared to others on the island. They also give a military discount. As someone who has worked in education, I was very skeptical about the school. But our kids have been happy- they want to be in school, and that means everything to me. They are a microschool, so they combine classes (which is what I was mainly skeptical of). But I have seen that the kids all work well together, and the teachers are super organized in helping students at their level. So, if you are considering transitioning from homeschool to a traditional school (or just wanting a school that focuses on the whole child) - consider Ho'ala."
"Truly a unique enclave of hands-on, participative education. By the time she left she was reading at the mid-1st grade level — considerably ahead of her peers. Very military friendly with considerable discounts for service members."
"We feel assured sending our children to school every day. At Hoʻāla, our children are in a safe space where they are valued and also taught to value others — gaining an education that will open doors to their future."
"Our child is cared for, respected, listened to, encouraged, and challenged. She experiences joy in every aspect of her education. The incredibly warm and talented staff creates an ideal environment for academic, social, and emotional growth."
"It's amazing how your school changed our daughter's life around. Life is a 180 degree turn for her. If you ever wonder if Hoʻāla is making an impact… you all are. Mahalo."
"There is a feeling — not something tangible — but it is there. A feeling of love, caring, compassion, and acceptance. A safe place, physically of course, but also spiritually and emotionally."
Experience Why Our Children Are Happy to Learn
Join the Hoʻāla ʻohana. Schedule a tour today and see our classrooms and philosophy in action.
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