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 Korero'anga
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 Tata'anga
Reo Matakitaki'anga
Kia Orana and Welcome to Te Punanga Reo o Takitūmu
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
Māori immersion nurtures communication skills in babies
Our 'Ui Tupuna Program
Our Ui Tupuna Program connects tamariki with elders, bringing generations together. Elders join our classrooms to share the Māori language through meaningful interactions. We value their contribution and aim to offer remuneration for their participation.
We anticipate implementing this program in January 2025
Puna 'Atu'itu'i
Our Partners & Sponsors
Mission
To nurture our tamariki through total immersion in Reo Māori Kuki Airani and Peu Māori Tupuna, fostering identity, cultural pride, and a strong sense of belonging.
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TAKA Donations
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