How it works

Admissions process

From first hello to first day, hereโ€™s what the journey typically looks like.

1) Reach out

Send an inquiry and tell us your childโ€™s age, the start date youโ€™re hoping for, and your preferred schedule.

2) Schedule a tour

Visit MalaMa, meet our team, and see classrooms and play spaces. Weโ€™ll answer questions and share daily routines.

3) Submit your enrollment packet

Complete the enrollment form and required documents. Weโ€™ll confirm availability and next steps.

4) Welcome & start

Weโ€™ll help you prepare for a smooth transition with a start-day checklist and settling-in tips.

What we look for

We enroll year-round as space allows. Our goal is to create balanced classrooms where every child can thrive.

Age & program fit

Placement is based on age, developmental needs, and the best classroom match.


Schedule availability

Weโ€™ll confirm openings for full-time or part-time schedules and your preferred start date.


Family partnership

We value open communication and shared expectations between home and school.


Health & safety readiness

Up-to-date immunizations (or exemptions where applicable) and readiness for our safety routines.


FAQs

Admissions questions, answered

If you donโ€™t see your question here, send us a noteโ€”weโ€™re happy to help.

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