The ideal candidate for Kamehameha Schools’ preschool program
The ideal candidate for Kamehameha Schools’ preschool program, with or without accommodation, is:
Fully toilet trained
Able to dress/undress self
Able to feed self with fork/spoon and drink from a cup
Independently mobile
Able to understand and follow simple one-step directions
Able to demonstrate safe and appropriate behavior towards other children and adults
Able to communicate with classmates, teachers, administrators and others as needed
The ideal candidate for Kamehameha Schools’ preschool program, with or without accommodation, is:
Fully toilet trained
Able to dress/undress self
Able to feed self with fork/spoon and drink from a cup
Independently mobile
Able to understand and follow simple one-step directions
Able to demonstrate safe and appropriate behavior towards other children and adults
Able to communicate with classmates, teachers, administrators and others as needed
FAQ
Why does Kamehameha Schools select preschool students using a lottery process?
Using a lottery offers several advantages. It is an unbiased and completely objective way to select applicants, and it simplifies the admissions process because applicants do not have to be tested or observed.
Using a lottery offers several advantages. It is an unbiased and completely objective way to select applicants, and it simplifies the admissions process because applicants do not have to be tested or observed.
When is the lottery run?
The lottery is run in early April.Who is included in the lottery selection process?
All keiki whose applications were received by the January deadline are included in the lottery.
The lottery is run in early April.Who is included in the lottery selection process?
All keiki whose applications were received by the January deadline are included in the lottery.
What happens to late applicants?
Late applicants (those who submitted their application on November 1 or afterwards) are not included in the lottery, but are placed at the bottom of the “on-time” lottery list for the preschool they selected in order of the date their application was submitted. Once the list of “on-time” applicants is exhausted, late applicants will be considered for any remaining spaces.
Late applicants (those who submitted their application on November 1 or afterwards) are not included in the lottery, but are placed at the bottom of the “on-time” lottery list for the preschool they selected in order of the date their application was submitted. Once the list of “on-time” applicants is exhausted, late applicants will be considered for any remaining spaces.
How does the lottery selection process work?
The lottery is a random computer function that is tied to Admissions’ database. It is an automated process. Lists are run by the preschool applied to, the “grade” level (e.g., P3 or P4) and gender.
The lottery is a random computer function that is tied to Admissions’ database. It is an automated process. Lists are run by the preschool applied to, the “grade” level (e.g., P3 or P4) and gender.
What are the minimum qualifications to be included in the lottery?
All keiki whose applications were received by the October deadline and whose original birth certificates were submitted to the Kamehameha Schools Ho‘oulu Verification Services (HVS) to validate their age are considered complete and are included in the lottery.
All keiki whose applications were received by the October deadline and whose original birth certificates were submitted to the Kamehameha Schools Ho‘oulu Verification Services (HVS) to validate their age are considered complete and are included in the lottery.
What is the Hawaiian preference policy?
Kamehameha Schools’ policy is to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law.
Kamehameha Schools’ policy is to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law.
Why is it so difficult to get into some Kamehameha Schools preschools?
The competitive nature of admission to Kamehameha’s preschool and K-12 programs is due to the increasing numbers of keiki seeking enrollment. Each year the number of applications received exceeds the number of available spaces.
The competitive nature of admission to Kamehameha’s preschool and K-12 programs is due to the increasing numbers of keiki seeking enrollment. Each year the number of applications received exceeds the number of available spaces.
Who makes the final admission decisions?
Since selection to the preschool program is based on a lottery process, all preschool admission decisions are made by computer, subject to applying of KS’ preference policy.
Since selection to the preschool program is based on a lottery process, all preschool admission decisions are made by computer, subject to applying of KS’ preference policy.
What safeguards are in place to ensure that the selection process is fair?
The lottery is run according to strict protocols. By policy, admission decisions, as determined by the random computer lottery ranking of applicants, may not be altered by the Admissions Office, the CEO or Trustees of Kamehameha Schools.In addition, every summer Kamehameha Schools’ Internal Auditor audits the records of the Admissions Office. The final audit report is shared with the CEO, Trustees and the Master appointed by the Probate Court, who also reviews Kamehameha Schools’ operations annually.
The lottery is run according to strict protocols. By policy, admission decisions, as determined by the random computer lottery ranking of applicants, may not be altered by the Admissions Office, the CEO or Trustees of Kamehameha Schools.In addition, every summer Kamehameha Schools’ Internal Auditor audits the records of the Admissions Office. The final audit report is shared with the CEO, Trustees and the Master appointed by the Probate Court, who also reviews Kamehameha Schools’ operations annually.
Who is included in the wait pool?
Applicants not selected for admission to a Kamehameha preschool are placed in the wait pool in ranked order by the preschool to which they applied. Wait pool ranking information is confidential.
Applicants not selected for admission to a Kamehameha preschool are placed in the wait pool in ranked order by the preschool to which they applied. Wait pool ranking information is confidential.
How does the wait pool work?
If a selected applicant declines the invitation to attend, or disenrolls after the school year begins, applicants in the wait pool will be offered admission (in order of their lottery rank). Replacements are generally made according to gender.When filling vacancies with applicants from the wait pool, Hawaiian preference will be applied to keiki who have verified their Hawaiian ancestry. The wait pool is considered “active” through the end of January for the 4-year-old class and February for the 3-year-old class, of the school year for which the applicant has applied.
If a selected applicant declines the invitation to attend, or disenrolls after the school year begins, applicants in the wait pool will be offered admission (in order of their lottery rank). Replacements are generally made according to gender.When filling vacancies with applicants from the wait pool, Hawaiian preference will be applied to keiki who have verified their Hawaiian ancestry. The wait pool is considered “active” through the end of January for the 4-year-old class and February for the 3-year-old class, of the school year for which the applicant has applied.
Does admission to a Kamehameha preschool mean that my keiki will be admitted to Kamehameha’s kindergarten program?
No, admission to a Kamehameha preschool does not guarantee admission to Kamehameha’s kindergarten program.
No, admission to a Kamehameha preschool does not guarantee admission to Kamehameha’s kindergarten program.
Are there other Kamehameha Schools programs that my ‘ohana can benefit from?
Absolutely! There is so much more to Kamehameha Schools than our three campuses! Kamehameha actually offers many innovative educational programs. Offerings include a variety of summer programs; distance learning; community-based family education; mentoring programs and more.Kamehameha has also formed partnerships with public charter schools and offers post-high school financial aid. Of particular interest to the parents of preschool-aged keiki is the Pauahi Keiki Scholars program, which offers need-based financial assistance to help keiki attend other qualifying non-KS preschools and the Kipona Scholarship program which offers need-based financial assistance to help keiki attending private K-12 schools other than Kamehameha. Check our application guide for a complete inventory of KS educational programs and specific application information.
Absolutely! There is so much more to Kamehameha Schools than our three campuses! Kamehameha actually offers many innovative educational programs. Offerings include a variety of summer programs; distance learning; community-based family education; mentoring programs and more.Kamehameha has also formed partnerships with public charter schools and offers post-high school financial aid. Of particular interest to the parents of preschool-aged keiki is the Pauahi Keiki Scholars program, which offers need-based financial assistance to help keiki attend other qualifying non-KS preschools and the Kipona Scholarship program which offers need-based financial assistance to help keiki attending private K-12 schools other than Kamehameha. Check our application guide for a complete inventory of KS educational programs and specific application information.
Do I need to re-apply for the Pre-K4 program if my keiki is already enrolled in the Pre-K3 program?
No, you do not. The pre-school site your keiki is currently attending will assist with re-enrollment for the Pre-K4 program.
No, you do not. The pre-school site your keiki is currently attending will assist with re-enrollment for the Pre-K4 program.
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