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Whakauru - Enrol

Kia ora

Enrolments for the 2024 academic year are now closed. For enrolment related enquiries you can contact [email protected] or ring us on 0800 KOHANGA (0800 562 642).

Enrolments for the 2024 academic year will open in October 2025. You can read more about our programmes of study below.

Frequently asked questions

The entry requirement for each programme differs depending on the level of the course you wish to study. It is best to check each programme to see if you meet the requirements to be enrolled onto the programme.

Enrolments for 2024 study close on 12 December. Applications for enrolment will be considered on a case by case basis from the 13 December.

Yes – You can apply for scholarships through

Scholarships for Māori learners (careers.govt.nz)

Te Kōhanga Reo Scholarship: [email protected]

All our programmes are Student Loan and Allowances approved. You can apply for financial assistance through www.studylink.govt.nz

Yes – we offer Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer. Please contact ** to talk to us about whether you may be eligible to apply.

All of our programmes are full time. We offer a mix of delivery options to cater to the needs of our ākonga. Your trainer will provide you with your study plan once your course starts.

Yes - Your Kōhanga Reo whānau are an important part of your learning journey and there are parts of your programme where you will be working alongside the mokopuna and whānau.


We offer ākonga support who can help you with academic and or pastoral care. Contact us on: [email protected]

Yes – you have 4 weeks to let us know you are on the wrong course. You will need to inform us in writing and send to tewā[email protected]

Yes – once you enrol, your Kaiwhakaako or Pouako will make contact with you for your induction session.

We do not offer enrolments to international ākonga.

You must attend 80% of your classes in order to successfully complete the programme.

Te Tohu Mātauranga Whakapakari Tino Rangatiratanga is delivered in total immersion. All other courses are bilingual with te reo level increasing as you progress through our programmes.

Your course materials will be provided to you by your Kaiwhakaako or Pouako. For courses delivered on Te Papa Ako (online), access to Papa Ako will be sent with your confirmation of study letter.