Nau mai, haere mai, whakatau mai

a small seed, yet indeed a great treasure

Whakapā Mai

Welcome to our Early Childcare Centre

Whakatipuria te kākano, kia pihi, kia puāwai!

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Te Puna Reo o Ngā Kākano

He kākano i ruia mai i Rangiatea

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Latest news and announcements from Te Puna Reo o Ngā Kākano

Notice

Enrolment Now Open

We are currently accepting enrolments for new tamariki. Contact us today to learn more about our early childhood programmes and secure your child's place.

Community

Whānau Events

Stay connected with our whānau community. Visit our Parents Portal for upcoming events, notices, and important information about your child's learning journey.

Policy

Our Policies

We are committed to transparency and best practice. View our centre policies to understand how we care for and educate your tamariki in a safe environment.

Mō Mātou

Te Puna Reo o Ngā Kākano is a Māori immersion early childhood education centre dedicated to nurturing the cultural identity, language, and wellbeing of our tamariki.

Our name speaks to the heart of our kaupapa – "the spring of language for the seeds" – reflecting our commitment to growing a love of te reo Māori and tikanga from the very beginning of life's journey.

We believe every kākano (seed) has the potential to grow and flourish when given the right environment, care, and language-rich foundation.

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Te Reo

Māori language immersion environment

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Whānau

Family-centred learning community

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Tikanga

Cultural values woven into daily life

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Aroha

Love and care for every child

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Why choose Te Puna Reo o Ngā Kākano for your tamariki

Māori Immersion

Our centre provides a full te reo Māori immersion environment, helping tamariki develop fluency and confidence in their native language from an early age.

Whānau Centred

We partner with families to ensure each child's learning journey is supported at home and at centre, creating a strong, connected community of learners.

Safe Environment

Our purpose-built spaces are designed to be safe, stimulating, and nurturing – a true second home for every tamaiti in our care.

Rich Resources

From karakia to waiata and kupu, we provide a rich library of te reo Māori resources to support learning for tamariki and their whānau.

Qualified Kaiako

Our passionate and qualified teachers are dedicated to the holistic wellbeing and development of every child in our care.

Cultural Learning

Waiata, kapa haka, toi Māori – our tamariki engage daily with the richness of Māori culture, building pride and identity from the very start.

Ready to Enrol Your Tamaiti?

We welcome new tamariki and their whānau to our centre. Get in touch with us today to learn about enrolment and begin your journey with Te Puna Reo o Ngā Kākano.

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Location

Te Puna Reo o Ngā Kākano
New Zealand

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Hours

Monday to Friday
Early Childhood Hours

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