Te Kōhanga Reo o Kotahitanga

"Kaimahi use a range of strategies to build mokopuna understanding of te reo Māori through a range of learning experiences. Strategies include conversations, questions, prompts, instructions and praise."

Strong intentional teaching with varied strategies, well-planned learning programmes and effective assessment practices.

"Mokopuna learn in a nurturing environment that fosters and nurtures whanaungatanga. Kaimahi set the tone of the learning spaces using calm and gentle approaches."

Children demonstrate strong belonging, relationships, and social-emotional development in nurturing environment.

"Whānau have appointed an Ohu Whakahaere to support whānau and kaimahi. Whānau hui every six weeks, where they share in decision making and report across all areas of operation."

Strong family engagement, regular communication, shared decision-making, and collaborative planning evident.

"Mokopuna are familiar with tikanga that reflects whanaungatanga. They recite karakia, sing waiata and greet their peers during the morning programme."

Consistent te reo Māori and tikanga integration embedded throughout daily programme and learning.

"They have developed a five-year strategic plan that reflects future developments of the kōhanga reo. Te Ara Tūāpae is used to inform goals and support the vision and aspirations whānau hold for the kōhanga reo."

Strategic planning, regular monitoring, professional learning support, and strong governance structures in place.