Apply to Tradewinds School

A school for gifted learners in Kaimukī, Honolulu. Now accepting midyear applications for 2026–2027 and applications for 2027–2028.

The application takes about 10–15 minutes. A $100 application fee completes it — you'll pay securely by card at the end.

Questions first?

When would you like your child to start?As soon as possible — a midyear startJoining the current 2026–2027 school yearNext fallStarting with the 2027–2028 school year

Parent/guardian name(s)

Phone number

You'll use this email address to securely check your application status

Home address (optional)

Child's full name

Date of birth

Current school and grade level

Educational history

Schools, preschools, and homeschooling, with rough dates. For example:

Aug 2021–Jun 2023 · Aloha Kids Preschool Aug 2024–current · Makana Elementary School (grades K–1)

About your child

A few short answers help us get to know your family.

What draws you to Tradewinds School?

250 words max

Describe your child's school experience and learning style.

250 words max

Tell us about your child's interests, activities, and personality.

250 words max

Has your child found an intellectual peer who shares their interests and abilities?

250 words max

Why do you think gifted education is the right fit for your child?

Reference school experiences, behavioral observations, assessment results, etc. Supplemental material can be emailed to info@tradewinds.school.

250 words max

Anything else you'd like us to know about your child or your family's educational priorities?

e.g. accommodations needed, neurodiversity, allergies or medical conditions.

250 words max

Cognitive assessmentMy child has already completed a WISC-V, WPPSI, or similar cognitive test.I understand that a cognitive assessment is a required part of the process.We'll email you information about how to schedule it.

$100 application fee