Best Private Schools on the Leeward Coast of Oahu, Hawaii

With the number of private schools on Oahu, it can be difficult finding the right school for you and your child. And if you live on the Leeward Coast it can be even more difficult trying to find a good school that does not involve sitting in traffic. There are some great private schools on the Leeward Coast. The following are five of the best private schools found on the Leeward Coast of Oahu.

In Kapolei, you can find Island Pacific Academy, founded in 2004. It is part of the Academex Systems Inc., which is a Canadian educational consulting corporation. Island Pacific Academy follows a curriculum that focuses on critical thinking skills in math, science, and language arts, with an emphasis on the arts. They also prioritze community service and cooperation and teach kindness and respect toward others. The school has approximately 525 students serving grades K through 12. Island Pacific Academy is an independent, non-profit college preparatory school that does not have any religious affiliations. Tuitition costs are $9,500 to $11,500.

Lanakilo Baptist School is a bible based Christian Fellowship. It has 2 campuses, the elementary school located in Waipahu and the high school located in Ewa Beach. Lanakilo Baptist School philosophy is that a Christian religion is the best way for a child to relate to God, self, family, others and the world. There are about 220 students between both campuses. Most of the students are children of families that belong to the Lanakilo Baptist Church. Religion and patriotism are common themes for the students with each day beginning with a prayer and the pledge of allegiance. Tuition costs are $5,000 to $5,300.

In Ewa Beach, you can find Friendship Christian School, which opened in 1993. Friendship Christian School offers traditional Christian teaching with a focus on core subjects including reading, writing and arithmetic, with its philosophy following the Word of God as described in the New Testament. There are about 300 students, serving Pre K through 12 grade. Due to the limited spacing at Friendship Christian School, enrollment is only open to church members. The curriculum emphasis public speaking and practices these skills by reenacting scenes from scripture. Tuition costs are $3,800.

St. Joseph School in Waipahu is a traditional Catholic school with its curriculum focusing on core subjects including reading, writing and arithmetic. In addition, students are taught to respect God, parents, teachers and each other, and are expected to become responsible citizens. The school has approximately 450 students serving kindergarten through eighth grade. Tuition costs are $4,800 through $5,800.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, located in Ewa Beach, is another Catholic school teaching core Catholic values. Students at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School are also encouraged to work hard and follow their dreams. The school opened in 1967 and teaches approximately 195 students in grades K through 8. Our Lady of Perpetual Help School is considered one of the most affordable schools on Oahu with tuition costing $4,000 through $4,200.

Finding the best private school on the Leeward coast can be a challenge. Hopefully the above article can offer some insight on what is best for your and your child.