Growing to meet the needs of the North Shore Community
In 2003 Kula expanded its educational offering by establishing Kula Elementary for grades Kindegarten through 6th grade located at the Na Kamalei facility in Kilauea, just a few miles from Kula High & Intermediate. Plans are in the works to relocate the Kula Elementary campus adjacent to the existing Kula High & Intermediate campus.

Statement of Non-Discrimination
Kula High and Intermediate welcomes and appreciates the diversity from every ethnic, cultural and religious background. Kula does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national, religious or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and work programs, athletic and other school administered programs.

Kula in the Hawaiian dictionary means "field" or "open area".  The Ancient Hawaiians didn't have formal schools.  Young people apprenticed with their elders for their learning.  When the missionaries arrived, they brought with them the concept of formal schools and the word school was "Hawaiianized" into Kula.  Since there is no "S" in the Hawaiian language, the "S" was droped and the "A" sound was added to the end of the word.  Kula is also a Sanskrit word with several meanings.  The meaning that we feel represents our Kula the best is a community of the heart. 



Proud to be a part of the Kula community!
David & Lisa Mireles

Kula Elementary, Intermediate & High School

Kula High and Intermediate is a small, independent, co-educational school located on the rural North Shore of Kauai. Kula is non-sectarian and non-discriminatory. Kula opened its doors in 1994 to students in grades 3-7, and has gradually expanded to offer a fully accredited learning environment for students in grades kindergarten through twelfth grade. Kula graduated its first high school class in 2000.

Challenging the Intellect and Cherishing the Spirit with Interesting Electives

Kula features small class size, individualized attention from teachers, and an integrated curriculum that offers perspectives from other cultures. The school offers a secure and supportive educational environment for college-bound, and non-college bound students. Kula students graduate with the essential skills of effective communication and critical thinking. Students also have the unusual opportunity to sample elective classes taught by Kauai professionals in subjects as wide-ranging as tennis, welding, journalism, marine reef research, digital video, stained glass and surfboard shaping.

Well-equipped, high-tech learning facilities in a nurturing environment

Visit our unique campus located on 22 acres of land with views of both the Pacific Ocean and Mt. Kamoku. Present facilities include a computer lab, an outdoor fine arts pavilion, a full sized soccer field, basketball court and cross-country/mountain hiking trail. Airy, well-lit classrooms are equipped with computers that are networked for research, internet access and word processing.

Instructional Philosophy

Our goal at Kula is to provide an environment which allows each individual to flourish and develop in their own unique way as they prepare for higher educational achievement. Kula acknowledges that the intention of education is to cultivate an openness of mind, which creates new connections and heightens our awareness of self and others.

The outstanding faculty of Kula provide a spirited curriculum which incorporates academic, artistic, social, and athletic programs. Teachers include activities that contain high-level thinking skills, inductive and deductive reasoning, logical thinking, recitation performance, brainstorming techniques, creative expression, and public speaking experience. Teachers introduce students to various perspectives which guide them in establishing links between their own innate intelligence and the world in which they live. Subject matter is presented in a manner which encourages questions that motivate further exploration.

Kula's class size is limited allowing each student to receive individual attention and instruction tailored to his/her own interests, needs, and learning style. Kula emphasizes experiences which enable students to become capable, responsible citizens in a global community. Students are involved in independent study, cooperative learning activities, peer tutoring, community service and mentoring programs. We believe that these experiences allow students to take responsibility in developing their own learning and leadership skills. Kula recognizes the importance of an environment that fosters support and respect among individuals. Students benefit from a safe physical emotional environment where behavioral limits are clearly stated and consequences are consistently applied.

Kula students graduate with the essential skills of effective communication and critical thinking. To date, more than 95% of our graduates have gone on to college. Kula students also have the unique opportunity to sample elective classes taught by Kaua`i professionals in subjects as wide-ranging as tennis, Hawaiian crafts, drama, marine reef research, digital video, stained glass, surfboard shaping and animal husbandry.

Visit our unique campus located on 22 acres with views of the ocean and Mt. Kamoku. Facilities include two computer labs, an outdoor Fine Arts pavilion, a full-sized soccer field, basketball court, and cross-country/mountain hiking trail. Kula's well lit classrooms are equipped with computers that are networked for research, internet access and word processing.

About Kula Elementary at Na Kamalei...

Kula Elementary opened in the fall of 2003 in Kilauea on the North Shore of Kauai. Kula Elementary encompasses Kindergarten through 6th grade and is temporarily located on the Na Kamalei campus. A permanent elementary campus facility will be built on the existing 22 acre Kula High & Intermediate campus in Waipake. Kula Elementary and Kula High and Intermediate are small, independent, co-educational schools providing excellent educational opportunities for the growing North Shore community of Kaua‘i. Kula is a fully accredited K-12 school by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (WASC/HAIS).

A Diversified Curriculum to Challenge and Inspire

Kula Elementary students are encouraged to demonstrate respect for each other and the environment. The Kula Elementary curriculum emphasizes Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Art, activity and movement. Enrichment programs include Hawaiiana, Music and Spanish. At Kula Elementary we develop, create, and support intellectual, artistic, practical and physical endeavors. Students develop their intellects as well as their hearts and hands.

"At Kula Elementary all input is valued, for it is together that we create a meaningful experience for our children, the administration, faculty, staff and community."

Instructional Philosophy

Our goal at Kula is to provide an environment that allows each individual to flourish and develop in his or her own unique way as they prepare for higher educational achievement. Kula recognizes the intention of education to be the cultivation of an openness of mind, which creates new connections and heightens ones awareness of self and others.

The dedicated faculty of Kula provides a spirited curriculum that incorporates academic, artistic, social, and athletic programs. Teachers introduce students to various perspectives to guide them in establishing links between their own innate intelligence and the world in which they live. Subject matter is presented in a manner which encourages questions that motivate further exploration.

Kula's class size is limited, allowing each student to receive individual attention and instruction tailored to his/her own interests, needs and learning style. Kula emphasizes experiences which enable students to become capable, responsible citizens in a global community. We believe that these experiences allow students to take responsibility in developing their own learning and leadership skills. Kula recognizes the importance of an environment that fosters support and respect among individuals. Students benefit from a safe physical and emotional environment where behavioral limits are clearly stated and consequences are consistently applied.