Financial Aid

Le Jardin Academy provides financial aid to approximately 21% of its student base and 89% of all financial aid applicants with an average award in excess of $6,100. These awards generally range from 10% to 60% of total tuition expense and are offered from Grades K-12. The amount of Financial Aid depends upon a family's income, assets, number of dependents, number of children attending an independent school, living expenses, taxes, medical expenses, personal indebtedness, and any extraordinary expenses. The assets and earnings of both parents will be considered in determining award amounts. Financial Aid awards are made on the basis of the availability of funds and are consistent with established guidelines.

Le Jardin Academy’s (LJA) financial aid program is designed to make LJA’s education possible for all families based on demonstrated financial need and the availability of funds. Financial need is based on the information that families share in the application which includes assets, income, expenses and debts.

A link to the application form will be made available on this webpage on October 3. Families in Grades K- 12 can apply for financial aid online starting on October 4.

Financial Aid applications are due February 15, 2025. Applications will not be processed and funds will not be awarded until all documents are submitted with the online application. For parents who are divorced, separated, or never married, information for both biological parents is required. We will continue to process financial aid applications until all funds have been appropriated.

FAQ

Scholarships

Child Care Aware

Child Care Connection Hawaii

If you are a parent with a child ages 6 weeks-6 years in Hawaii and have your child enrolled in day care/preschool, APPLY for CCCH. The state has received funding to help parents and have removed the income cap.

The Child Care Connection Hawaii (CCCH) subsidy program helps low-income families to sustain their employment, educational efforts and job training by paying a subsidy for their children who are in the care of DHS-approved child care providers. Click here for more info.

Don Dymond Scholarship

Don Dymond Scholarship

Welcoming and casual, the Kalapawai Market and its sister Cafe, located in the heart of Kailua town, embody the values and ethos of its founder, Mr. Don Dymond. In his memory, the Dymond family and many generous donors have established the Don Dymond Scholarship Fund at Le Jardin Academy. In honor of Don, his work ethic, and his commitment to mentor young people in the workplace, this $1,000 award is to acknowledge a LJA student's actual good work, both in school and in the workplace.

Criteria & Requirements:

Current Le Jardin Academy student going into his/her senior year
Worked a minimum of 3 consecutive months during his/her high school years or held a job while attending school. Consideration given to 1st: working during the school year, 2nd: during the school year and during the summer, 3rd: during the summer. Internships apply
Minimum GPA of 3.0

How to Apply:

Submit the following items to the High School Administrative Assistant at stacey.surina@lejardinacademy.org by February 15.

A completed Don Dymond Scholarship application form
Employer verification of at least 3 months of consecutive employment (a formal letter, on letterhead, from the employer will suffice)
Favorable employer reference
A short essay explaining how you balance both work and school, and key lessons learned

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact stacey.surina@lejardinacademy.org.

Kipona Scholarship

Kipona Scholarship

The Kipona Scholarship (KS) is a need-based scholarship for eligible keiki who are applying to a KS-eligible private school in Hawai'i. Applications are accepted by Kamehameha from August 15- December 1 for new students and returning students. Students of Hawaiian ancestry applying to 6, and 9 may apply for the Kipona Scholarship. Families who are awarded the scholarship from Kamehameha will be awarded additional funds from LJA. To apply for this scholarship, visit: https://www.ksbe.edu/apply/financial_aid/kipona/

Merit Scholarship

Merit Scholarship

Le Jardin Academy offers a number of merit based scholarships to rising 7th and 9th graders who are academically exceptional and well-rounded students. Awards are typically around 25% of tuition, renewed each year and additional need-based aid is available for students, up to 100% of tuition, for families who require further financial support. Families interested in receiving need-based financial assistance above and beyond the scholarship amount may apply for financial aid by February 15, 2025 online at sssandtadsfa.force.com/familyportal . Applications received after the deadline cannot be considered for need-based assistance in addition to the scholarship.

To qualify for this scholarship, rising 7th and 9th grade students must:

demonstrate high academic promise and good character
participate actively in extra-curricular activities in and outside of school
exhibit outstanding leadership skills

The following items are due to the Director of Admission by February 15, 2025, to be considered for the scholarships:
*Please note, current LJA students need not submit references or report cards. We will collect those on your behalf. If you are an applicant to LJA we will use references and report cards that you have submitted with your LJA application.

Completed scholarship application form and essay
Teacher reference reports (new applicants)
Report cards from current and prior year (new applicants)
SSAT test score report (by Feb 3rd)
Tuition assistance application submitted through School and Student Services (SSS) (optional)

Pauahi Keiki

Pōmaika’i Scholarship

Applications are now being accepted from incoming 7th graders for Le Jardin Academy’s inaugural cohort of Pōmaika’i Scholars! The Pōmaika’i Scholarship covers 100% of annual tuition from grades 7 through 12 and can also support lunch, technology, and program expenses. The Pōmakai‘i Scholar is a motivated student of good character who demonstrates academic promise and has significant financial need. Preference will be given to students from underserved, underrepresented and/or marginalized communities, as well as to first-generation college-goers. This scholarship is made possible through generous support from the PWH Educational Foundation and Le Jardin Academy.

To qualify for this scholarship, rising 7th grade families must:

Complete an LJA Admissions Application and Pōmaika’i Scholarship Application
Demonstrate financial need as determined by completing a financial assessment online at SSS and TADS Financial Aid
Demonstrate academic promise and good character

Applications are due no later than February 15. Application fees will be waived. Interested families are encouraged to contact jennifer.souza@lejardinacademy.org for assistance with fee waivers, questions, and personal assistance with the application process.

Preschool Open Doors

Preschool Open Doors are now accepting applications for children born August 1, 2019 through July 31, 2021 for the 2024 school year. The POD program provides monthly preschool tuition subsidies to qualified families, up to TWO years prior to Kindergarten. Click here for complete information.

Preschool Open Doors (POD) promotes school readiness by providing child care subsidies to eligible families for the year prior to kindergarten. The Department of Human Services (DHS) contracts with PATCH to run the program. The DHS administers the program.

Shapiro Family Scholarship

Shapiro Family Scholarship

The Shapiro Family Scholarship is awarded to current or incoming Le Jardin Academy students with one or both parents or guardians in the active U.S. military. Students must be in good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or above where applicable. Students from Pre-Kindergarten to High School may apply. Special consideration given to multi-sibling families and families experiencing hardship. Priority given to current recipients and new applicants will be considered pending fund availability.

Criteria & Requirements:

Minimum GPA of 3.0
One or both parents or guardians actively serving in the U.S. military
Special consideration given to multi-sibling families and families experiencing hardship
Financial need considered.

How to Apply:

Click Here to complete an application and submit a short essay sharing your military background and how it has impacted your family.
Click Here to complete a Parents’ Financial Statement. An analysis will be sent directly to Le Jardin Academy. Our school code is 4576.

Deadline to apply is February 15, 2025

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact Jennifer Souza at jennifer.souza@lejardinacademy.org or 808-261-0707 x1310.

Contact

Financial Aid & Scholarship Office