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 (7)
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
Online e-Learning
Open for applicationsLearn 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
Open for applicationsTake 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
Online e-Learning
Open for applicationsStart putting your language skills to use. 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 3
Online e-Learning
Open for applicationsBuild 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 classroom
Open for applicationsJoin 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 Pūtaketanga o te Reo
Levels 3 & 4 | Full immersion noho
Open for applicationsJoin 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 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 noho
Open for applicationsMake 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 Rōnakitanga ki te Reo Kairangi
Level 5 | Full immersion classroom
Open for applicationsMake 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 Tohu Reo Rumaki
Diploma in Reo Māori Fluency
Open for applicationsBuild 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
Open for applicationsLearn 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
Open for applicationsImmerse 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
He Puāwaitanga Heretaunga 2026
Graduation Ceremony, Hastings
He Puāwaitanga Tāmaki Makaurau 23 March 2026
Graduation Ceremony, Auckland
He Puāwaitanga Tāmaki Makaurau 24 March 2026
Graduation Ceremony, Auckland
He Puāwaitanga Papaiōea 2026
Graduation Ceremony, Palmerston North
He Puāwaitanga Whangārei 2026
Graduation Ceremony, Whangārei
He Puāwaitanga Tainui 2026
Graduation Ceremony, Tainui
He Puāwaitanga Tauranga 2026
Graduation Ceremony, Tauranga
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