Cole Academy – Kailua Windward Oahu

Cole Academy - Kailua Windward Oahu is a daycare in Kailua, HI, offering year-round preschool and childcare services for children from 6 weeks to 5 years old. The center operates from 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and serves families in the Windward Oahu area with a milestone-based curriculum focused on academic, social, and emotional development. Programs are structured by age group, including Infants, Wobblers, Toddlers, and Preschool/Jr Kindergarten, with a consistent teaching team and peer group to support developmental continuity. The curriculum emphasizes reading, math, science, music, movement, social skills, and kindergarten readiness, with options for combined or staged learning paths. Staff ratios exceed licensing standards, ensuring individualized attention.

The Cole Academy is a nationally accredited early childhood program founded by parents seeking high-quality care rooted in nurturing and development. Led by Executive Director Monica Patrie and a team of experienced educators, the school emphasizes a whole-child philosophy and values cultural diversity, community involvement, and family partnership. The mission centers on fostering lifelong learning and providing families with peace of mind through a supportive, consistent educational environment. The Kailua location is part of a network that includes campuses across Oahu and Hawaii Island.

Located on Keolu Drive, the center sits just a short walk from Enchanted Lakes Elementary School and Enchanted Lake Community Park, with Kaʻelepulu Pond and Hamakua Drive nearby. The surrounding neighborhood includes the Enchanted Lake area, contributing to a quiet, family-oriented setting.

While the center has a 3.00 rating with limited reviews, its structure, staffing, and curriculum reflect a commitment to developmental best practices. The consistent, multi-year program design and focus on stability for children and families underscore its role as a trusted local provider in Kailua’s early education landscape.