Licensed Daycare in Makawao, Hawaii
10 licensed daycares in Makawao, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Hawaii licensing records.
Makawao listings updated May 2026 from official Hawaii records.
Daycare in Makawao: what parents should know
Families in Makawao can choose from 10 licensed childcare providers, with Preschool the most common type (about 50% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Hawaii license at indexing time, sourced from Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii.
For age coverage, 5 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5.
Licensed care in Makawao spans 2+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute.
Together, licensed providers in Makawao report capacity for roughly 678 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Makawao childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Makawao
ChildCare Aware reports the Hawaii average full-time cost at $1,380/month for infant care and $1,020/month for preschool. City-level prices in Makawao vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.
The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Hawaii families may also qualify for Hawaii CCCS (Child Care Connection Subsidy) (intake: (808) 692-7100).
Full Hawaii licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:6
- Preschool ratio
- 1:12
- Avg capacity
- 67 kids
Program types in Makawao
Largest licensed centers in Makawao
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Makawao licensed centers
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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.
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Where to get childcare help in Makawao
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programHawaii CCCS (Child Care Connection Subsidy) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(808) 692-7100 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Makawao, Hawaii are compiled from official Hawaii DHS — Child Care Connection Hawaii licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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