Stepping Stones Academy

We are very happy with Stepping Stones! My daughter is having fun and learning so much. She constantly surprises us with something new that she has learned at school; Hawaiian words, manners, shapes, colors, numbers, alphabet etc. She is always excited to go see her friends and teachers! Thank you Stepping Stones!!

One of the best preschools I've send my kids. Very friendly and helpful stuff. Both girls felt welcome from the first day on. Lots of toys for each age is available and everything well maintained. 2 indoor playgrounds - one for toddlers and one for the elder children. I personally love the daily routine (adjusted for each class) and the monthly changing learning topics, such like: farm, ocean, community worker. So every day is filled with playing, learning and creative work. One of my highlights is the daily parent post. It's an email for each of my children where it's written what happened today in class and the day is shown in pictures. So I feel like I spend my day with the kids - perfect information system.

Finding the right Preschool for your child is not easy. Every program has its own personality, schedule, staffing, expectations, price ranges, and it can be stressful finding the right match for your child and family. Stepping Stones has been our dream come true... the answer to our prayers and the most beautiful experience for our child(and for us parents) as each day that passes our child grows happier, and more excited to learn.
When we visited Ms. Charlotte at Stepping Stones, she reassured us that she would cater to our special child and situation. Oh boy did she deliver!!!! Charlotte knows the value of listening to your needs and exceeds all expectations you could ask for in a leader at your child's preschool.
Every single day Ms. Rena, the most caring, diligent, hardworking, gentle (but firm!) teacher has worked with us, and our child, building a strong...

My son Jared began attending Stepping Stones Academy when he was almost 18 months old. In only a few short months his vocabulary has expanded greatly and communication skills improved so much. His teacher shared with me how he has learned to pass toys nicely to his friends, when in the beginning he used to throw them. I always feel peace of mind when I drop him off in the mornings because I know he is being given wonderful opportunities to develop and grow daily, with activities such as painting, water play, singing songs, reading stories, building things, exploring, drawing, climbing, sliding, and socializing with friends his age. The teachers and staff of Stepping Stones always greet us warmly and I can tell that they genuinely love and care for Jared and give him their full attention. Whenever I pick him up they are happy to give me updates on his progress. The classrooms, eating,...

As a new mom, I was very concerned leaving my precious 4 month old with anyone however from day 1, Ms. Kiran and her entire staff provided outstanding care for our son. They are quick to respond to any questions or concerns we have, provides us with much comfort knowing that our son is in great hands. Our son is today a super healthy, happy 14 month toddler and it is thanks to Stepping Stones Academy. We feel we made the right choice to send our son here and have recommended it to our friends. Thank you for your exceptional care, love and professionalism.

We are so happy sending our child to Stepping Stones Academy. Ms. Kiran and Ms. Sheryl greet us by name every morning when we walk in which makes us feel like SSA is part of our extended family. Our daughter loves her teachers and reaches for them as soon as she gets in her class. The daily updates and pictures help us see the different activities the kids do each day and how our child is doing. We started with SSA in March 2017 just as our daughter turned one and see big changes in her. She was a little slow in walking, but they encouraged her every day and cheered her on as she started taking more steps. Everyday she sings on the way home and says "yeah, yeah, yeah" every morning when we ask her if she wants to go to school. We would absolutely recommend SSA to any parent.

My lil man loves his class and teachers. They are very interactive with him and the class sizes are small. Best daycare choice I've ever made.

Friendly teachers and staffs, interesting activities for kids and good kid's report and pictures

My daughter was enrolled in Stepping Stones Explorers class from the age of 26 to 32 months. She was very shy around other kids at first but she slowly began to open up. We definitely noticed vast improvements in her vocabulary and her social skills since she has been a student. The teachers are very dedicated and take time to get to know each child. I highly recommend Stepping Stones, and I am only changing child care in order to be closer to my office.

Stepping Stones Academy accepted enrollment of my baby Kaia when she was just 3 months old! Being a new mom is not easy when you have another child who is 4 years old, own a business and have no family in Hawaii to help with your growing family! I was so thankful when Ms. Kirin gave me a tour and I just knew that under her leadership, this preschool was where I wanted Kaia to attend. Kaia is now almost 8 months and with the tender loving care of her teachers (Ms. Michelle, as lead), she is a thriving baby girl who has learned to socialize, tummy time, sit upright, eat her 1st foods, improve her hand and eye coordination and is participating in a variety of other sensory activities daily! The facility is very clean and they have strict policies and procures that is for the safety of your child. The school is year round and hours of operation is perfect for working parents. I...

This was the first and last school that I looked at for my daughter. Since she started she loves it! The staff at Stepping Stones Academy in Aiea made it a easier leaving my daughter for the first time. Her teacher Ms. Vina was amazing! I would not send my child anywhere else. I would recommend Stepping Stones Academy to everyone!

From the moment we toured the Pearl City campus, we knew Stepping Stones was the best place for our son. The campus is secure from the outside and cheery and organized on the inside. Our son has graduated through 3 classrooms and has thrived tremendously with the structured lessons and engaged teachers. Charlotte and Jan along with all of his teachers are extremely responsive and are always available to address any of our concerns. Being first time parents, we especially appreciate the ability to simply “check-in” to see how our son is doing. We also appreciate the online daily report system and constant updates on classroom happenings so we can continue the learning at home. Childcare is a huge investment and we’re so grateful that Stepping Stones has been a part of our son’s growth and leaning development.

Stepping Stones Academy (SSA) is an amazing place. The structure of the lessons and activities are incredibly supportive of the young developing minds that SSA has under their roof. What I love most about SSA is the consistency in their development of my child. When he transitioned from one age group to the next, SSA kept a consistent educational curriculum that allowed him to continually progress every year. Although, I want him to have fun. Educational consistency was my greatest expectation at any of the day cares/preschools that my son attended. Which is why we bounced around from a couple of day cares/preschools until we found SSA.
The cool thing is, when we go to the Pediatrician and we have to check off his capabilities in regards to his child development he's got most of the skills he should have at his age. This was actually a key indicator that I used to measure the...

My daughter started at a stepping Stones just shy of her 2nd birthday. From the beginning, Charlotte and her amazing group of teachers went out of their way to ease not only her transition into their care but mine as well. I am amazed at all the things she has learned. She is constantly singing new songs and relaying new facts to me. She is always excited to be at school and adores her teachers. We have been very pleased with our choice of Stepping Stones and look forward to what's next.

Staff, care, cleanliness is excellent. I was happy to have both my Sons attend there. The care that they provided exceeded my expectations.

Our son M started at Stepping Stones Academy just under a year ago...he was 1 and 1/2 and had never been away from me (Mom). I was so worried and nervous about how he was going to do at daycare, especially because he was a really picky eater and not a big sleeper...I cannot say enough how WONDERFUL and AMAZING his teachers, Ms. Anca and Ms. Christie are. They were so loving and supportive with M and with us. The first couple of weeks, I would call during my work breaks to check up on M, and Ms. Anca would be so incredibly sweet and patient with me. She took the time to listen to my concerns, to be encouraging and supportive when I called and when I picked M up after work. She has a bubbly personality, always smiling and singing to and with the children--they love it and love her! Ms. Anca and Ms. Christie gave M the extra attention and care he initially needed to adjust to his new...

My son was always so happy to go to class. On top of that he loved his teachers and friends. Never once did I feel uncomfortable with anything. They are really loving and caring for our children. I don't know what I would do without Ms. Arlene and Miss Torrey. My son was there for just about 3 years and he loved it! So happy!

When we moved to Hawaii and we're looking for a daycare for our 2 yr old, we were so lucky to have gotten a spot at Stepping Stones. Our son, MC- was never in daycare before, was not a good eater, and was dependent on us laying down next to him for sleep. The first week was difficult with the adjustment since both of us were working full time , but the staff at SSA was phenomenal,really taking care of him as an individual and tailoring the care as to allow the best transition. And not before long, we could see from the pictures sent through day how happy he was, playing and sharing with the other kids, eating so well since they all ate together and also sleeping well. He is now 2.5 yrs old and his vocabulary is growing every day, understanding directions very well and overall we are very happy with the care SSA has given our son. Thank you so much SSA for making each day better than...

Stepping Stones Academy is an outstanding early education program. The faculty and staff are nurturing, attentive, and informative. I appreciate how the teachers provide daily feedback through written progress reports (infant class) and emails about the day's activities and your child's schedule (toddler classes), complete with photos of your child. I also appreciate the teachers being amenable to heating food where necessary. This is not an option in some schools. Alternatively, a catered lunch (~$4.23/meal) is available for parents who don't wish to pack lunch for their child everyday.

Stepping Stones is extremely clean, safe (the external entrances have cipher locks), and temperature-controlled (all areas are air-conditioned). I value knowing my child is safe while being indoors at school and exploring in a large indoor playground. The program has convenient...

Our daughter started in the Explorers class in Honolulu a few months ago and she loves it, so do we. We really like the clear communication with her teachers and the staff, the curriculum (very fun, creative and educational), and the daily online reports that tell us what/how much she ate, whether and when she went potty, how long she napped for and her mood. The teachers also email every day describing the activities they did, the books they read and the songs they sung. We especially appreciate the photos they email us, and their teachers take A TON of photos - thank you so much for this! Also, so far, the student-teacher ratio has been 10:2 which is great, especially during the playground time. All in all, we are very satisfied with the care our daughter gets at the SSA and most importantly it gives us a peace of mind knowing that she is in good hands there.

Excellent preschool. The teachers are so patient. Just this year with no additional cost my grandson was able to watch a teacher demo a drone, story telling with sea life park, play basketball, participate in a dance class. This is on top of the fact that he is only three and can recognize three letter words. This school is amazing.

My daughter loves it here. The teachers & staff here are amazing. They are patient, kind , & great at communicating with the children.

My son is 3 years old and I have been sending him to Stepping Stones Academy since he was 8 months old! We are so happy with the facility as well as with the staff, who is very warm loving and professional. I wouldn't send my son anywhere else on the Island and hopefully you will too!

My daughter Karina loved attending her pre-school class, she absolutely loved Mrs Veena and Ms. Janice. The staff ended up becoming like a family. My daughter never had a bad day there.. I totally loved, loved that school.. We will miss you Charlotte. Thank you for everything!

As new parents, choosing the right daycare for our then 11-month old was a crucial decision for us at the time. We wanted a safe, nurturing, educational, and licensed institution. We toured a number of daycares and the only place we felt most comfortable at was Stepping Stones Academy. The tuition is a bit more than we budgeted for, but at the end of the day, we are rest assured that our son is in good and capable hands. Definitely can’t put a price on the peace of mind you have with your child’s safety and well-being. What’s more is that from the moment you step through those doors the school is filled with a positive learning environment from its caring teachers to the exemplary cleanliness of the facility. Words can't express the gratitude we have for the teachers and staff. We especially appreciate the daily teacher-parent communication and pictures via Parent Post....