YMCA of Honolulu holds blessing for new Kailua infant, toddler, and preschool center

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The YMCA of Honolulu celebrated the opening of its newest early learning center on Windward Oahu Wednesday, holding a traditional Hawaiian blessing at its Kailua campus.

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The YMCA Kailua Infant & Toddler Care Center and Preschool is located at St. John Lutheran Church along Kailua Road—a site that served as the home of the former Le Jardin preschool for more than six decades. After Le Jardin moved its preschool program to its main campus, the YMCA stepped in to ensure neighborhood families retained access to essential childcare services.

Following extensive renovations and licensing approvals, the center now provides full-day care and early learning Monday through Friday.

Programs are divided into two age groups:

Officials said the curriculum combines nurturing care with YMCA core values and youth development principles.

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Programming for infants and toddlers focuses on sensory exploration, music, and play, while preschoolers take part in a research-backed curriculum designed to foster independence, social-emotional development, and kindergarten readiness.

Kahu Kekoa Kordell officiated the blessing alongside leaders from the YMCA of Honolulu and St. John Lutheran Church. Following the ceremony, staff and newly enrolled families toured the updated learning spaces.

Enrollment is currently open.

For more information about the new center visit here or call (808) 678-4296 for more information.

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