Te Kōhanga Reo o Kororipo

"A range of waiata, haka, questions, and repetition are used to build mokopuna language development and vocabulary and to connect them to their whakapapa and tūrangawaewae."

Strong intentional teaching using varied pedagogical strategies to build language and cultural understanding.

"Mokopuna are content and engaged learners within their te ao Māori settings."

Children demonstrate high engagement and contentment in culturally affirming learning environments.

"Mokopuna are the centre of collective whānau decision making."

Whānau actively involved in all major decisions with children at the centre of planning.

"Mokopuna experience strong connections to their heritage and embrace their cultural identity with enthusiasm."

Exemplary implementation of te ao Māori practices with strong cultural identity development.

"Core health, safety and personnel policies and procedures align to current legislation to ensure mokopuna wellness is a priority."

All policies and procedures comply with legal requirements and prioritise child wellness.

"The strategic plan includes the collective aspirations of whānau for mokopuna. The plan is innovative and dedicated to nurturing achievement, growing leadership and embedding te ao Māori values to support mokopuna to be successful beyond kōhanga reo."

Strategic direction is innovative, inclusive, and focused on long-term mokopuna success.