This school has probably the most beautiful campus in Hawaii, mostly appreciated by parents only. Academically, performs on the same level as public schools in Kailua. Therefore, unless you have $100k to spend for elementary school education, save it for good private High School tuition.
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Posted by a parent on 07/28/09
I have had a child in LJA for the past 2 years and another one about to attend. I can't say enough positive things about Le Jardin. We get thorough feedback about how our son is doing and it is clear the teachers, aides and administrators all know him well. I can't speak to the experience of the person
... Read more that rated the school only 2-stars but what he / she describes is far from our experience. Unsupervised? I have never witnessed that and I have spent a lot of time at the school. Exceptional school. Superb community! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/11/09
We have enjoyed the Junior School (PK & JK) for the past two years. (08,09) Madame Franciose Akina is one of the best school administrators I've ever known. She runs the Junior School with strict protective policies, extreme efficiency, and most importantly- love and nurturing. It is not an easy feat
... Read more to find that balance. Greeted everyday at the gate by Madame Akina, my daughter has a wonderful sense of belonging to Le Jardin Junior School. Both teachers in PK and JK have been extraordinary. We couldn't be happier with our daughters education. Junior School students are well behaved and treat each other well. At an early age, it is so important to us that they enjoy school . It is expensive, that is not in question. Our family finds its way to cut in other areas so we can afford to send her to what we feel is the best school. Sue Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/11/09
We moved our daughter to Le Jardin from Aikahi and have been delighted with Le Jardin. The LJA teachers think of creative ways to keep the students challenged and motivated. The students are well-behaved and supportive of each other. The after school program is fantastic! When we moved to Hawaii we
... Read more wanted to keep our daughter in public school so we bought our home near Aikahi because of the school's reputation. Aikahi is a top public school. The parent organization is excellent. Some teachers are fantastic. We were disappointed in the behavior of some of the students however, who would be disruptive in class. Overall, both Aikahi and LJA are good schools but LJA has been much better for us. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/11/08
Save your money and put the kids in Public school like Aikahi. I moved from Aikahi because the school was not challenging enough. But after being in Le jardin I prefer Aikahi as it not worth the money I am spending. The kids are not supervised and let to fend for themselves. I have 2 kids in the school
... Read more and they are not tested so we have no way of knowing where they stand. I guess its a standard LJA follows to cover their incompetence Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/08/08
Le Jardin is a very good school and is committed to becoming even better. One thing that's particularly praiseworthy is that the administration is savvy about research and has revised its homework policy for elementary students accordingly. Young children at this school are not overwhelmed with homework
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Posted by a parent on 05/24/07
We are a military family and have three teen age sons who have attend many different schools in over five different states. Le Jardin Academy is by far the best school they have attended. They never want to leave. The thing they like most about this multi-cultural school is the absence of bullies, violence,
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Posted by a parent on 01/29/07
Le Jardin Academy has strong academics and good faculty situated on a beautiful campus.
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Posted by a parent on 04/13/06
My two grandchildren entered LJA in seventh grade. Although they would excel in any school,the individual attention, academic standards, and opportunities for non 'stars' to participate in sports and theatre all contribute to the best possible school experience. J.McGrath
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Posted by a parent on 02/19/05
I feel that it is important to let you know how good this school is. I am actually not a parent, but attended Le Jardin 2 years ago. This school is amazing. I am a military child and have experienced many schools, and this one is at the top of my list. The teachers are very supportive, summer school
... Read more is available for fun and if you are having academic difficulties. I personally enjoyed the chemistry class. This is the ideal school for no matter what academic level your child is on. They will be challenged in every subject and leave the school much smarter. I fully recommend this school...it is AWESOME! Read less
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Kailua schools — Le Jardin Academy is located at 917 Kalanianaole Hwy, Kailua HI 96734. 917 Kalanianaole Hwy is in the 96734 ZIP code in Kailua, HI Le Jardin Academy is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 12.
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