Teaching materials emphasize language and literacy development, and Hawaiian culture. There are more than 30 traveling preschool sites throughout Hawai'i, serving more than 5,000 students. In 1993, traveling preschools were added on Moloka'i and in Kohala, Waimea, and Honoka'a on the island of Hawai'i. They assist four-year olds in making the transition from home to classroom. Class procedures are patterned after familiar home routines.
Children learn skills in language, social interaction, health and motor skills coordination.
Additional classrooms were added in Hana, Maui, and in Kona, Hawai'i. A new center-based site also was established at Nanawale Estates near Pahoa, Hawai'i. KSBE operates 28 center-based classrooms throughout Hawai'i, some in collaboration with the state Department of Education. Following an extensive review of their operations, six of these preschools were accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. All preschools will apply for accreditation once they are eligible.