Located in Honolulu, Hawaii, Punahou School is a Private, Co-educational, College Preparatory School for Boys and Girls in Kindergarten through Grade 12.

Since its founding in 1841, Punahou School has educated students to become the next generation of leaders and innovators. Learn about our rich history, visionary leadership and guiding principles.

Punahou is committed to ensuring that every member of our school community has the opportunity to thrive, learn and truly belong. Through our need-blind admissions process and need-based financial aid program, we enroll students from a wide range of backgrounds, reflecting the broad diversity of Hawai‘i.

We look forward to sharing our community and school with you as you explore a Punahou education for your child. We invite you to explore how to apply to Punahou, and have structured the categories based on our grade level entry points.

Since its founding in 1841, Punahou School has educated students to become the next generation of leaders and innovators. Learn about our rich history, visionary leadership and guiding principles.

Oct 7, 2020 · With a 76-acre campus, more than 3,700 students and state-of-the-art facilities, Punahou is a place of many possibilities and pathways to success. Guided by caring, accomplished teachers, students can discover and pursue their interests and talents.

Punahou School has educated students to become the next generation of leaders and innovators for over 180 years.

Punahou’s rich history dates back to 1795, when the lands of Kapunahou were passed on by Kamehameha and eventually given to Hiram Bingham, one of the School's missionary founders. The School opened on July 11, 1842, and over its nearly 180 years, has educated generations of students and had a place in Hawai‘i’s history.

Nov 22, 2024 · At our best, Punahou is all about “discovery” and “purpose.” As our students learn about the natural world of science and mathematics, and the human world of history, literature, language, and culture, they come to understand the dimensions and …

Jan 19, 2024 · Punahou welcomed the community to its shores for the Punahou Carnival, hosted by the Junior Class of 2025, for two stunning sunny days of fun. This year’s theme, “Explore the Shore ’24,” infused the event with beach and ocean vibes, from creatively named booths to themed carnival fabric.