About Us
"We never give up on a child."
History
Kaua'i Independent Daycare Services, Inc. (K.I.D.S. School)
was founded in 1989 by former public school educator
and dedicated community member Phyllis Kunimura along
with long-time friend John Apana.
Referred to by many as "a true pioneer in the field of
education", Mrs. Kunimura's dream was to provide an
innovative learning program designed to educate young
children while enriching their lives through activities
that stimulated the left and right hemispheres of the brain.
Mrs. Kunimura, Mr. Apana and their devoted Board and
faculty have made this dream a reality.
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For the past seven years, Janis Mardonada, has served as
the K.I.D.S. School Director. She is retired from the
Department of Health where she worked for 35 years
with experience as a children's mental health supervisor.
She has been a dedicated supporter of this school, celebrating
the achievements of her family members including seven
grandchildren who have all graduated from here.
Preschool Groups
Darling Ducks
Honey Bunnies
Sugar Bears
Clever Foxes
Wise Owls
Bright Dolphins
Our Program
Our core module curriculum provides an environment rich with the activities, experience, and functions which, when experienced daily, allows a developing child to flourish. The six modules through which the children, grouped by age, rotate daily with their own teacher are:
ART
Allows children to explore their creativity and develop an individual sense of accomplishment and pride.
CREATIVE PLAY
Allows children to imagine possibilities and shape fantasies while learning to solve social problems and use their language.
CIRCLE TIME
Group activities, projects and games introduce children to basic social, reading, science and mathematical concepts.
PROBLEM SOLVING
Provides opportunities to try new ideas and encourages working independently or with friends.
OUTSIDE SKILLS
Emphasizes gross motor development, safe play, and learning to play with others.
LEARNING CENTER
Developmentally appropriate games teach reading, math, sorting, shapes, colors, and more!