'Iolani School
- Private, Boarding, Episcopal
- HONOLULU, HI
Episcopal School
'Iolani School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Private, Boarding, Episcopal
- K-12
- HONOLULU, HI
- Rating 4.59 out of 5 561 reviews
'Iolani School Reviews
Rating 4.59 out of 5 561 reviews
I loved my experience at Iolani. The teachers were very enthusiastic to provide extra help when I needed it. I like the food there even though it can be a bit expensive. The closest restaurants are about a 20 minute walk but the location of Iolani is great if you can drive since it’s relatively close to Waikiki and Ala Moana shopping center.
I've had 2 kids in Iolani, my wife and her brother graduated from Iolani and 2 of my nieces. Bar none, if your child gets accepted to Iolani, you have to take the "golden ticket". The facilities are second to none, the support, the education, the innovation, the sports, the location, the staff, the other parents, the student ethics, etc... all the best. If I was to critique anything it would be that they don't have as much of a social, "party" scene as does say Punahou, but it does have a social network that extends down a more detailed path than say, Punahou does, and they do have social events that allow the kids to socialize. That's more up to the kids than the institution. All in all, A+ in my book. Aloha, Jim Foti (Kalaheo High School 1984)
Our son started at 'Iolani last year as a freshman boarding student. He participated in sports during all three seasons. The boarding, academic and athletics programs were very welcoming to him and he enjoyed the school year. As boarding parents, we were not able to participate in the parent programs as much as we would have liked to participate and, at times, felt like the day school information flow could be difficult to follow.
I am really appreciative to 'Iolani School for all that it has given to me. Not just a great education, but a strong sense of community, a trusted circle of friends, and a work ethic that was honed at a small school on a tiny island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Thank you, 'Iolani!
‘Iolani school is one of the hardest schools in the United States to attend. As a student here, there is no school in Hawaii that is as academically demanding and challenging as ‘Iolani. The worst part of the ‘Iolani experience is the struggle at the beginning of every year to figure out how to manage your time and figure out each class. The best part is bonding with your classmates and teammates over mutual struggles at school. ‘Iolani is a tough school and that builds a strong community of like-minded people who all want to push themselves to succeed and are willing to do their absolute best. If I could change anything about my ‘Iolani experience it would be my sports success. Obviously everyone wants to win a championship and at sports at ‘Iolani that might not happen very regularly but we’re always competitive and try our best and our teams always have strong teamwork.
Iolani provides a integrating and interactive community where students can not only grow individually, but also grow together with peers. Iolani provides a multitude of clubs and opportunities for students to grasp and develop their interests.
Strong in academics and building well rounded students. Good range of classes. Strong faculty and alumni.
My experience at 'Iolani was one that I will never forget and I am extremely grateful for the friendships, education, and opportunities that I was given.
Two of my children attended and graduated from 'Iolani School in recent years and the school did an outstanding job of preparing them well for success in college. Their academic experience at 'Iolani has taught them to be good people, moral citizens and outstanding students who are exceeding in post graduate education. Thank you 'Iolani School for the character values taught to them, the support given to our entire family and the exceptional faculty who care so much. Many of their teachers still check in with them and stay in touch!
There is so much to like about 'Iolani School. The facilities are incredible. The opportunities for extracurricular activities are almost endless. The academics are excellent. But the best thing about 'Iolani School are the teachers. Every teacher that my kids have had go above and beyond. The teachers remember their students' names, are caring, and genuinely want to see each and every student succeed. The teachers will hold office hours before school, after school, during lunch, and free periods to help every student who needs it.
Iolani has an excellent balance of academic and extracurricular activities available to all students. The teachers and programs are excellent and very well organized. The atmosphere is competitive which motivates students to work hard and do their best which promotes excellent values that alumni carry with them through the rest of their lives.
I am a parent of an Iolani School student, as well as an alumni. I have been apart of the Iolani Community for 24 years. Iolani is a school that assists in the development of each student who attends there both academically and athletically. The faculty and staff go above and beyond their call of duty to work with each student and family to help develop all necessary skills to advance and be prepared for the next level. The school has all tools needed; and is still developing and adding new infrastructure to assist in teaching each student to its maximum. The Iolani community and culture is just like family, and is always willing to help in any way possible. It’s truly reflects the “One Team” motto. I am forever indebted to Iolani for all that it has provided for me, as well as my daughter. Iolani no ka oi!
'Iolani is a college preparatory school, but it prepares students for life well beyond. The students that pass through 'Iolani and take advantage of the opportunities presented are primed to be well polished global citizens.
This was our sons first year at Iolani and I must say the faculty and staff have been tremendously supportive and encouraging.We had a wonderful experience. The thing I would like to change is probably being able to return back to the dorms a little later on the weekends instead of checking in at 10:30 pm.
'Iolani is an excellent school with great teachers and rigorous courses. The school has a tight-knit community, brought together by many traditions from the annual Lip Sync contest to the 'Iolani Fair. Additionally, despite being a Christian school, 'Iolani is very welcoming towards LGBTQ+ students with a very active Gender and Sexuality Alliance. The worst parts of my experiences here have been a product of some of the school's very rigid values. Students must drop everything and stand when adults enter any room, we attend chapel weekly, and we m abide by a very strict dress code. Additionally, though all of our teachers are very intelligent, some are highly set in their ways and not easy to find extra help with if needed. Finally, 'Iolani has a definite tendency to prioritize its athletics over all other activities. We have two gyms, a massive track, football field, baseball field, and a pool that Olympic athletes have trained at, but no theater. Band concerts are held in the gym.
‘Iolani is a great school and a great way to meet new people. The academic is also great, and helps students in every aspect of school. The people and teachers are great, and it truly is a great learning space.
My daughter was a residential student ,studied and lived in school from G9-12. Although she is away from home, we were kept updated by school weekly newsletter and school faculties. there's a lot opportunities, activities and supports the student can find in school, which is enough for college application and personal development. During the 4 years in 'Iolani, my daughter become more and more Independent, passionate and confident. As 'Iolani ONE TEAM culture, I could easily find help if needed from teachers, school faculties and other parents, also be happy to help other parents, it's feel like you are in a big family.
Iolani School is a nurturing and supportive environment with a competitive curriculum. It is a safe place where my child was able to accomplish top academics and sports. Residential life works closely with parents and students to help them prepare for college.
Iolani provides so many opportunities for students. The STEM classes are great and the connections that come with being an alumni makes the rigorous curriculum worth it. It is a hard school but the teachers want to see students succeed.
I am a parent of 3 children that attend 'Iolani, I am so happy with the quality of education, the teachers that care and the opportunities that my children have.