The Children’s Center Details

How to Enroll

Complete our application form and return it to the center. Please visit the center (virtually during the pandemic) prior to filling out an application to make sure it is a good fit for your family. Call the center at (808) 455-0488 to make an appointment to visit.

Send applications to:
Leeward Community College, Children’s Center,
DA 107, 96-045 Ala ‘Ike, Pearl City, HI 96782

During the summer, send applications to:
Honolulu Community College, Early Childhood Program,
874 Dillingham Blvd., Honolulu, HI 96817

Eligibility

Enrollment priority is given to children whose parents or guardians are students or employees of Leeward Community College. If families from Leeward Community College do not fill the center spaces are given to children of students and employees of other system programs, or to children from the larger community.

PARTIAL WEEK ENROLLMENT
A limited number of partial week spaces are available. Priority for partial week spaces is given to Leeward Community College students. If a partial week space is not filled by a Leeward Community College student it will be given to another family.

2022-2023 TUITION
5 days a week $900
3 days a week $680
2 days a week $500
Comp fee for a year $235

We accept funding from external sources: Childcare Connection, Preschool Open Doors, Pauahi Keiki Scholars, etc. 

USDA Child Care Program Food Program

Meals will be provided at Leeward CC Children’s Center. Please review USDA Child Care Food Program Non-Pricing Public Release Information (See below).

USDA CHILD CARE FOOD PROGRAM NON-PRICING PUBLIC RELEASE INFORMATION

We are a sponsor of the USDA Child Care Food Program. Meals will be made available to enrolled children/clients at no separate charge without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Parents’/clients’ income determines the amount of money USDA will reimburse us to provide meals to enrolled children/clients. The income eligibility guidelines listed below are used to determine our reimbursement from USDA Children/clients from households whose annual income is at or below these levels are eligible to be counted for free or reduced-price meal reimbursements.

INCOME ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES FOR FREE AND REDUCED-PRICE MEALS
Use for all Child Nutrition Programs to determine eligibility for Free and Reduced-Price Meals or Milk.
EFFECTIVE DATE: JULY 1, 2024 TO JUNE 30, 2025

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. 

Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. 

To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online here, or from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632- 9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by: 

1. Mail:
   U.S. Department of Agriculture
   Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
   1400 Independence Avenue, SW
   Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or

2. Fax:
   (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or

3. Email:
   Program.Intake@usda.gov 

 This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

The Children’s Program Philosophy

The program implements a developmental approach to early childhood education and care. The curriculum focuses on all aspects of a child’s growth and development—intellectual, physical, social, and emotional. Children learn through experiences with good equipment and materials and with nurturing, helpful interactions with adults. Many successes are “guaranteed” as children explore the learning environment. They are encouraged to think and to solve problems. Adults offer assistance as needed.

Creativity is emphasized not only through painting and other art activities, but also through play with blocks, story telling and dramatic play.

Language development is enhanced through emphasis on verbal interactions with other children and adults. Reading to children and the availability of writing materials encourages the development of reading and writing.

Materials which serve many purposes such as sand, water and play dough are frequently available. Small muscle coordination is supported through play with toys like beads and Lego. Large muscles are developed through outside play and active games.

Routines such as meals, toileting, diapering, and rest time and a regular schedule for the day help children develop a sense of security.

Healthy relationships are nurtured among children, teachers and families. Adults are kind, but firm. They help children express their feelings, solve conflicts with words and use materials gently. Children learn that the center is a safe place where they can count on adults to treat them with respect and to protect them from harm. We appreciate the dignity, individuality, and culture of each family.

Staff and Contact Info

CONTACT INFO

The Children’s Center is located in DA 107, on the ‘Ewa side of campus.

Hours: Monday – Friday: 7:45 am – 3:15 pm 

Phone: (808) 455-0488 (During Fall and Spring semesters)

(808) 845-9466 (Summer)