Te Reo Māori
Māori Language
Have a voice. Learn to speak te reo Māori with confidence.
Tirohanga whānui
Overview
Our Māori language courses welcome learners at every level.
Start your journey or grow your fluency with flexible study options online, in class, or from home. Programme features vary by qualification, with a clear pathway from Level 1 to Level 9.
Ngā hōtaka e wātea ana
Programmes available
Ngā kaupapa whakataki
Introductory programmes (9)
Levels 1-3
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Papa Reo
Home-based learning
Open for applicationsStart your te reo Māori journey at home, with resources and a kaitiaki to support you.
- Level 1
- Home-based
- No fees
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Papa Reo
Online e-Learning
Open for applicationsReady to learn te reo Māori - the Māori language? Start here with the basics of Māori language and practices.
- Level 1
- Online eLearning
- No fees
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Te Ara Reo Māori - Level 1
Full-time Online e-Learning
Open for applicationsFast-track your reo journey with this full-time online programme - less than 5 hours of online class per week and the rest of your study in your own time. Build confidence using everyday te reo Māori, from pronunciation and introductions to practical language you can use every day.
- Level 1
- Online eLearning
- No fees
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Te Ara Reo Māori Level 1
Part-time Online e-Learning
Learn at a slower pace with this part-time programme. Practice te reo Māori basics that you can use every day, from correct pronunciation to greetings, farewells, and introductions.
- Level 1
- Online eLearning
- No fees
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Te Ara Reo Māori (He Pī Ka Pao)
Levels 1 & 2 | Classroom learning
Take your first steps in te reo Māori and build confidence in a welcoming classroom environment.
- Levels 1 & 2
- Classroom
- No fees
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Te Ara Reo Māori Level 2
Part-time Online e-Learning
Open for applicationsLearn at a slower pace with this part-time programme. Start putting your language skills to use and learn how to speak te reo Māori in everyday situations.
- Level 2
- Online eLearning
- No fees
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Te Ara Reo Māori Level 2
Full-time Online e-Learning
Open for applicationsTake your reo Māori skills further with this full-time, online programme - less than 5 hours of online class per week and the rest of your study in your own time. Strengthen your confidence speaking te reo Māori in everyday situations while building practical language skills.
- Level 2
- Online eLearning
- No fees
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Te Ara Reo Māori Level 3
Online e-Learning
Build confidence in your language skills by learning to communicate using te reo Māori.
- Level 3
- Online eLearning
- No fees
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Te Ara Reo Māori (He Pī Ka Rere)
Levels 3 & 4 | Classroom learning
Open for applicationsCommit to advancing your reo and take the next step in a safe and welcoming environment.
- Levels 3 & 4
- Classroom
- No fees
Ngā kaupapa takawaenga
Intermediate programmes (7)
Levels 4-6
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Te Pūtaketanga o te Reo
Levels 3 & 4 | Full immersion noho
Join full immersion noho where te reo Māori surrounds you and supports your journey to becoming a confident speaker.
- Levels 3 & 4
- Noho
- No fees
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Te Pūtaketanga o te Reo
Levels 3 & 4 | Full immersion classroom
Join a full immersion environment where te reo Māori surrounds you and supports your journey to becoming a confident speaker.
- Levels 3 & 4
- Classroom
- No fees
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Te Ara Reo Māori Level 4
Online e-Learning
Find your voice in te reo Māori. Learn how to speak confidently in everyday situations.
- Level 4
- Online eLearning
- No fees
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Te Rōnakitanga ki te Reo Kairangi
Level 5 | Full immersion classroom
Make a meaningful commitment to your Māori language development in full immersion classes. Go past the basics and grow your conversational abilities.
- Level 5
- Classroom
- No fees
- 30 Hours/Week
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Te Rōnakitanga ki te Reo Kairangi
Level 5 | Full immersion noho
Make a meaningful commitment to your Māori language development in full immersion noho. Go past the basics and grow your conversational abilities.
- Level 5
- Noho
- No fees
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Te Tohu Reo Rumaki
Diploma in Reo Māori Fluency
Build your reo skills to a conversational level and learn how to contribute to the revitalisation of te reo Māori in your community.
- Level 5
- Classroom
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Te Aupikitanga ki te Reo Kairangi
Level 6 | Full immersion classes
Learn in an immersive and encouraging environment that challenges you to speak and think in te reo Māori.
- Level 6
- Noho
- No fees
Ngā kaupapa matatau
Advanced programmes (2)
Levels 7-9
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Te Pīnakitanga ki te Reo Kairangi
Level 7 | Full immersion classes
Immerse yourself in te reo Māori through this advanced programme and strengthen your fluency and cultural connection.
- Level 7
- Noho
- No fees
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Te Tohu Paerua o Te Reo Kairangi
Master of Māori Language Excellence
E rua tau te roa o te tohu paerua nei, ā, 10 ngā wānanga i te tau ka whakaakona e Tā Tīmoti Kāretu rātou ko Pānia Papa, ko Leon Blake.
- Level 9
Kaupapa anamata
Upcoming events
Pathway to Employment 2026
Pathway to Employment, Māngere
He Puāwaitanga Whirikoka 2026
Graduation Ceremony, Gisborne
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