Senior Te Reo Māori
Mā Ngā Tuākana
Mā te huruhuru kia rere te manu
Our senior te reo Māori resources have been designed to support kaiako in delivering high-quality, culturally grounded, and academically robust programmes aligned to both Arawhata Reo and NCEA expectations.
Developed through extensive experience in curriculum design, classroom practice, and co-design with educators, these resources respond directly to the real challenges kaiako face—balancing fluency, accuracy, assessment demands, and meaningful engagement for rangatahi.
Level 1 NCEA
Te Reo Māori
Level 2 NCEA
Te Reo Māori
Level 3 NCEA
Te Reo Māori
NCEA Level 1 Te Reo Māori
🕒 30+ Hours
📚 NZC Level 5-6
Te Pūtake o Te Reo
Level 1 Grammar Progression
Ko te reo te tūāpapa o te whakaaro.
Language is explored as a system that shapes meaning and connection. Ākonga develop an understanding of te reo Māori by constructing and applying simple sentence structures within authentic, teenage contexts.
Aligned to the Arawhata Reo progression, this unit provides a strong foundation in key grammatical structures and is designed to prepare learners for success at NCEA Level 1.
💲$899 + GST
🕒 30+ Hours
📚 NZC Level 5-6
Tōku Āhuru Mōwai
A Place to Connect
He kokonga whare e kitea, he kokonga ngākau e kore e kitea.
Belonging is explored as both place and feeling. Ākonga examine the spaces, relationships, and experiences that shape identity, using te reo Māori to describe, reflect, and connect.
Through storytelling and shared narratives, they strengthen expressive fluency while deepening their understanding of manaakitanga and kaitiakitanga as foundations of connection.
💲$899 + GST
NCEA Level 1
🕒 30+ Hours
📚 NZC Level 5-6
Kia Hihiri Te Reo
Language In Motion
Ko te reo te mauri o te mana Māori.
Language is explored as something to be lived, shared, and experienced in authentic contexts. Ākonga use te reo Māori to describe, instruct, compare, and express ideas with confidence and creativity.
Through dynamic projects such as podcasts, digital storytelling, and real-world communication, they strengthen fluency while recognising that te reo thrives when it is active and alive.
💲$899 + GST
NCEA Level 1
🕒 30+ Hours
📚 NZC Level 5-6
Taku Whare Wānanga
Where Knowledge Lives
Ko te manu e kai ana i te mātauranga, nōnā te ao.
Learning is explored as nourishment for both mind and spirit. Ākonga reflect on their journeys, relationships, and milestones, using te reo Māori to recount experiences and express aspirations.
Through inquiry and purposeful communication, they strengthen fluency while developing perseverance, organisation, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
💲$899 + GST
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2 Te Reo Māori
🕒 30+ Hours
📚 NZC Level 6-7
He Kākano Ahau
Taku Tūrangawaewae
Hokia ki ō maunga, kia purea ai koe e ngā hau a Tāwhirimātea.
Whakapapa and connection to place ground this exploration of identity. Ākonga investigate ancestral narratives, landscapes, and lived histories, using te reo Māori to recount events and express perspective.
Through research, creative writing, and oral storytelling, they strengthen expressive and formal fluency while recognising themselves as carriers of heritage and story.
💲$899 + GST
NCEA Level 2
🕒 30+ Hours
📚 NZC Level 6-7
Taku Manutaki
Māori Leadership
Mā pango, mā whero, ka oti ai te mahi.
Leadership is explored as collective strength grounded in Māori values and lived example. Ākonga examine the lives and legacies of influential Māori leaders, past and present, using te reo Māori to describe leadership qualities, express informed opinions, and articulate aspirations.
Through discussion and reflection, they strengthen fluency while understanding leadership as service and responsibility.
💲$899 + GST
NCEA Level 2
🕒 30+ Hours
📚 NZC Level 6-7
Te Pae Tawhiti
A Look to the Future
Whāia te iti kahurangi, ki te tūohu koe, me he maunga teitei.
Aspirations and future pathways sit at the heart of this unit. Ākonga explore goals, challenges, and opportunities, using te reo Māori to express intentions, seek advice, and reflect on direction.
Through authentic tasks and personal planning, they strengthen fluency while connecting ambition with identity, purpose, and long-term vision.
💲$899 + GST
NCEA Level 2
🕒 30+ Hours
📚 NZC Level 6-7
He Kōteo Mau Kupenga
Youth Wellbeing & Advocacy
Ka pū te ruha, ka hao te rangatahi.
Contemporary youth issues are explored as opportunities for leadership and change. Ākonga examine challenges facing rangatahi, using te reo Māori to debate perspectives, offer advice, and advocate for solutions.
Through discussion, campaign design, and persuasive communication, they strengthen fluency while grounding their leadership in tikanga Māori values.
💲$899 + GST
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3 Te Reo Māori
🕒 30+ Hours
📚 NZC Level 7-8
Te Ao Hurihuri
Social Issues & Sustainability
Toitū te mana, toitū te whenua, toitū te tangata.
Social, political, and environmental issues are explored as interconnected responsibilities within Aotearoa and beyond. Ākonga examine how decisions impact people and the planet, using advanced te reo Māori to analyse perspectives, debate solutions, and advocate for change.
Through inquiry, discussion, and campaign design, they strengthen persuasive fluency while grounding their thinking in kaitiakitanga, rangatiratanga, and collective wellbeing.
💲$899 + GST
🕒 30+ Hours
📚 NZC Level 7-8
Pāpāhotia te Reo
Māori and Media
Ko te reo te take – kia rangona, kia kitea, kia whakamānawatia!
Media and representation are explored as powerful sites of identity and influence. Ākonga examine how Māori voices are portrayed across platforms, using te reo Māori to analyse narratives and create authentic content.
Through research, production, and critical reflection, they strengthen persuasive fluency while shaping stories that inform, challenge, and inspire.
💲$899 + GST
NCEA Level 3
🕒 30+ Hours
📚 NZC Level 7-8
Tōku Māpihi Maurea
Our Living Language
Ko tōku reo, tōku mapihi maurea
The revitalisation of te reo Māori is explored as a living expression of identity and resilience. Ākonga examine historical movements and contemporary initiatives, using advanced reo to analyse, debate, and advocate.
Through critical inquiry and expressive communication, they strengthen fluency while recognising their role in sustaining the language’s vitality.
💲$899 + GST
NCEA Level 3
🕒 30+ Hours
📚 NZC Level 7-8
Taku Patu, Taku Mana Māori Motuhake
Māori and Politics
Ko te amorangi ki mua, ko te hāpai ō ki muri.
Political participation and leadership are explored as both vision and action. Ākonga examine the history of Māori activism and representation, recognising how past movements shape present realities.
Using advanced te reo Māori, they analyse perspectives, develop arguments, and articulate positions. Through research, debate, and inquiry, they strengthen fluency while understanding language as a tool for collective change.
💲$899 + GST
NCEA Level 3
What’s Included
Designed for Impact, these resources build learner confidence and independence while strengthening both grammatical accuracy and communication skills.
They support ākonga to achieve success across NCEA Level 1–3 and enable kaiako to deliver teaching with clarity, consistency, and purpose.
These resources were created to:
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provide clear, structured progression aligned to Arawhata Reo
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strengthen both Te Tika o te Reo (accuracy) and Te Rere o te Reo (fluency)
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connect learning to the lived experiences of rangatahi
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reduce workload while maintaining high teaching quality
Full Mahere Ako (unit plan) with clear progression
Structured lesson slides and teaching guidance
Student workbooks and learning materials
Interactive and digital activities
Audio and visual resources
Assessment tasks and support materials
Self-directed learning opportunities
Collaborative and group tasks
Senior te reo Māori teaching requires more than just content—it requires clarity, progression, and intentional design.
Why They Are Needed
Kaiako are often navigating:
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limited time for planning and resource creation
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pressure to meet NCEA requirements with confidence
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mixed ability classrooms with diverse learner needs
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the challenge of balancing grammar, communication, and tikanga
These resources provide a cohesive, ready-to-deliver programme that removes uncertainty and supports consistent, effective teaching.
What Makes These Resources Different
These are not isolated lessons or surface-level activities. Each unit is part of a deliberate, scaffolded learning journey.
Our resources:
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are grounded in Arawhata Reo progression for clear language development
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integrate Ngā Pou Reo — Te Tika, Te Rere, Te Māori, Te Ora
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balance reo torohū (receptive) and reo whakaputa (productive) modes
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use real-world, rangatahi-relevant contexts to drive engagement
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embed tikanga and mātauranga Māori authentically