Childcare options in Fordlands

• We value the concept of mana-atua – well-being. 
• We believe that every child in our place should feel cherished and loved. 
• We value each and every child’s special characteristics that they bring with them.
• We hold dear the principle of mana-whenua – belonging.
• We believe every child should know that this is their place. They have a voice and they have rights. 
• We practice manaakitanga. 
• We strive to ensure that all whanau know that they are welcome and feel respected.
• We believe in honest, authentic partnerships with children and their families.

Our families have told us that among the many aspirations they have for their children, the traits they value the most are; love, fun, happiness, confidence, success, play, whanau, sports, caring, independence and leadership. 

Nau mai haere mai, we welcome you to visit our kindergarten anytime.

Te Rangimārie Kōhanga Reo Ki Rotorua is a centre-based kōhanga reo located in Rotorua and provides for up to 35 tamariki. Book a visit today to connect with our kōhanga reo and to learn more about the options for your whanau.

Te Kōhanga Reo

The kōhanga reo movement is a unique initiative based on total immersion in Māori language and values with the aim of passing on Māori culture to future generations.

Kōhanga reo emphasise the revitalisation of the culture through te reo Māori and are dependent on the active participation of the whole whānau. The kaupapa of kōhanga reo aims to strengthen whānau capabilities in cultural, social, economic, spiritual and political matters. Education, health and wellbeing are inherent within all aspects of the kaupapa. The prime focus is the whānau – its collective development, growth, accountability and wellbeing set within a Māori cultural context.

Kōhanga reo do not regard tamariki in isolation, but as important members of the whānau. The kōhanga reo philosophy is that tamariki will benefit when whānau successfully operate according to the kaupapa. Tamariki are an integral part of whānau development.

The following key goals are the foundation of te kōhanga reo kaupapa established in 1982:

• total immersion in te reo Māori me ōna tikanga in daily operations
• whānau decision-making, management and responsibility
• accountability
• health and wellbeing of mokopuna and whānau.

The key goals of te kōhanga reo assure that there will be:

• security in te reo Māori
• a supportive, caring environment for mokopuna
• whānau (collective) sharing of responsibilities, knowledge and expertise
• greater respect and appreciation of each other.