Total Immersion Māori Child Care Centre in Rarotonga
Our babies are learning in a total immersive Māori language and cultural setting, fostering creativity, independence, and cultural identity in a safe, stimulating environment
Reo Koreroanga
Total immersion in Te Reo Māori enhances language acquisition and fluency
Supporting Māori aspirations for the revitalization and resurgence of the Māori language
Leveraging community elders' expertise to foster intergenerational learning and cultural continuity
Reo Tataanga
Reo Matakitakianga
Kia Orana and Welcome to Takitumu Punanga Reo
We are a registered charitable organization collaborating with Pa Ariki. Located at Mata Enua, Turangi in Rarotonga, we are a Childcare Centre for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, fostering our Māori language and cultural development.
70%
90%
of brain development occurs by age five.
of children in immersion programs achieve fluency in a second language.
Our Care Programs
Experience nurturing and immersive early childcare
Infant Care
6 Weeks - 1 Year
Toddler Programs
1-2 Years
Immersive Māori care boosts cultural and language skills in toddlers
Full immersion Māori care strengthens cultural and language proficiency in prekindy, kindy & preschoolers
Childcare for
3-5 Years
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Māori immersion nurtures communication skills in babies
Our Ui Tupuna Program
Our Ui Tupuna Program is a unique initiative that connects our little ones with the older community. This intergenerational learning experience invites Ui Tupuna (elders) to join our classrooms, offering children enriched exposure to the Maori language through genuine interactions. To express our gratitude, we provide remuneration for participating Ui Tupuna.
We anticipate implementing this program in January 2025
Puna Atuitui
Our Partners & Sponsors
Mission
To deliver high-quality childcare through total immersion in the Māori language and culture, fostering a deep sense of identity and belonging in every child.
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TAKA Donations
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