Honolulu Waldorf School

08/25/2026

08/11/2026

08/07/2026

Counting down the days! 🌿✨

School starts next Wednesday, and our incredible faculty and staff have been hard at work preparing our campus- crafting warm, vibrant spaces to welcome our students back.

From the classrooms to the garden, every detail is being lovingly readied for a new year ahead. We can’t wait to see our campus filled once again with laughter, song, and the joy of learning!

05/22/2026

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New. Unique. Handmade.

Join us this Friday, May 22nd, 12 - 1pm for the Year End SALE at Monkeypod Mākeke! The Honolulu Waldorf School shop will be featuring loads of new items, your handmade favorites from our HWS community and more, all at amazing sale prices to kick start the Summer! 

Shop for all those Summer birthdays in one easy stop! 🌴🎁

All sales benefit our wonderful school 🩷

05/14/2026

Why no "lead" roles in 1st grade? 🎭

It sounds counter-intuitive in a world of solo spotlights, but at HWS, we believe confidence is built from the ground up.

-The Foundation: We start with the "Collective Voice." In the early years, students speak and move in unison, finding rhythm, safety, and a deep sense of belonging in the group.

-The Bridge: In 3rd and 4th grade, the "I" begins to emerge. In our production of W***y Wonka, you see students take their first brave steps into individual expression, while still drawing strength from the ensemble.

-The Result: By 5th grade and Middle School, that foundation has transformed into unshakable independence. In our production of Typecast, they find the courage to stand alone because they’ve spent years learning how to stand together.

One journey. Many plays. A lifetime of confidence.

Ready to see how your child can find their voice at HWS? Tap the link in our bio to learn more. 🔗

05/13/2026

As the year draws to a close, the magic is still very much alive in our classrooms. From daily chores to creative projects, the children remain deeply engaged, eager to work, and full of joy in these final school days. 🌿✨

05/08/2026

Last Friday our campus blossomed with the colors and spirit of May Day! 🌺

In the Waldorf tradition of reverence and rhythm, our Grades 1–8 shared the gift of hula and chant - a beautiful reflection of months of hard work and dedication.

We are incredibly grateful to the amazing Kumu Wong for her leadership and heart. Her guidance brings the spirit of Aloha to life in our keiki, and we are so lucky to have her wisdom shaping this tradition. 🌿

Mahalo to our families for the greenery and support that made this day so magical.

"E Hawai'i, aloha ē." 🤙🏽

05/06/2026

Hands full of mochi and hearts full of song. 🎏✨

Yesterday, our students stepped into the role of cultural ambassadors, traveling across campus to share the beauty of Japanese tradition in honor of Boy's/Children’s Day (こどもの日, Kodomo no Hi).

From our youngest in preschool to our leaders in middle school, it was a moving journey of rhythmic movement and shared spirit. Watching the students bridge our community through shared melodies and the sweetness of mochi reminded us of the resilience and joy within every child.

May we all carry the vibrant spirit of the koinobori today and every day! 🍡🎶

04/29/2026

Community, connection, and the art of the wili lei.
Mahalo to Kelly for sharing your mana'o and leading our parents in this beautiful workshop today.
Using foraged materials from our own surroundings made the experience feel even more grounded.

We can't wait to see these lei celebrate May Day this Friday!🌺🌿

04/23/2026

✨Monkeypod Mākeke is open EVERY FRIDAY from 2:45-3:30 pm at Honolulu Waldorf School in Niu Valley! ✨
Discover handmade treasures and carefully curated finds - each piece thoughtfully selected to bring creativity and joy to your keiki.
Come shop, connect, and support our school community!