Māori Education & Development
"Ruia te manapou, ruia te manatawa,
kia puāwaitia ai"
"Sow the seeds of the language so that they may flourish"
Poutawa is dedicated to fostering deep connection with te reo Māori and mātauranga Māori. We believe that language is the heartbeat of culture, and through accessible, high-quality educational resources and development opportunities, we empower both Māori and non-Māori to engage authentically with te ao Māori.
Our commitment is to strengthen cultural identity, build confident communicators, and support communities in their journey towards cultural competency and linguistic excellence. We honor the past, nurture the present, and sow seeds for future generations.
Through collaboration, innovation, and unwavering respect for tikanga, we create pathways that celebrate mana and hauora, ensuring that te reo Māori continues to thrive in all spaces.
Ratonga | Our Services
Our services are designed to uplift, empower, and celebrate te reo Māori and mātauranga Māori across all learning spaces.
Kia Whakahihiri
Reo Māori Resources
& Units
We create modern, engaging, curriculum-aligned reo Māori classroom resources that support and empower kaiako and inspire students to become confident, life-long language learners.
Kia Whakatō
Māori Courses
& Learning
Our programmes are grounded in mātauranga Māori and tikanga, supporting meaningful learning that build confidence, connection, and enhance the vitality of the language for all levels.
Kia Whakawhanake
Professional Development
Purposeful professional development programmes that strengthen leadership and cultural capability, supporting organisational vision, growth, and meaningful change within Aotearoa.
Kia Whakahaumako
Curriculum Design
& Planning
Strategic design and planning solutions that build strong foundations for growth to support kura, communities, and whānau to achieve their reo aspirations, to contribute to a vibrant and living culture.
Kia Whakahihiri | Featured Resources
A selection of our Te Reo Māori units design to engage and inspire ākonga of te reo Māori to become life-long language learners.
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Rukia te manapou, e tupu!
Rukia te manatawa, e rewa!
Matomato e nuku
Matomato e rangi
Tēnei ka hauhake - ākina!
Tūāpapa | Our Foundations
Guided by our values, we create meaningful pathways for cultural connection and educational excellence.
Whakakitenga
Vision
To see the mana of te reo and mātauranga Māori strengthened and valued in all spaces.
Tūāpapa
Purpose
To make te reo Māori learning accessible, authentic, and uplifting for everyone.
Aronga
Mission
To grow confident and authentic advocates who contribute to the vitality of te reo Māori.
Whāinga
Goal
To inspire, motivate, and empower learners through meaningful language and cultural experiences.
Kaupapa Ako | Featured Learning
A selection of some of our many programmes and offerings to build your aspirations and achieve your goals.
Poutawa is dedicated to fostering deep connection with te reo Māori and mātauranga Māori. We believe that language is the heartbeat of culture, and through accessible, high-quality educational resources and development opportunities, we empower both Māori and non-Māori to engage authentically with te ao Māori.
Our commitment is to strengthen cultural identity, build confident communicators, and support communities in their journey towards cultural competency and linguistic excellence. We honor the past, nurture the present, and sow seeds for future generations.
Through collaboration, innovation, and unwavering respect for tikanga, we create pathways that celebrate mana and hauora, ensuring that te reo Māori continues to thrive in all spaces.
Māori Education & Development
"Ruia te manapou, ruia te manatawa kia puāwaitia ai"
"Sow the seeds of the language so that they may flourish"
Poutawa is dedicated to fostering deep connection with te reo Māori and mātauranga Māori. We believe that language is the heartbeat of culture, and through accessible, high-quality educational resources and development opportunities, we empower both Māori and non-Māori to engage authentically with te ao Māori.
Our commitment is to strengthen cultural identity, build confident communicators, and support communities in their journey towards cultural competency and linguistic excellence. We honor the past, nurture the present, and sow seeds for future generations.
Through collaboration, innovation, and unwavering respect for tikanga, we create pathways that celebrate mana and hauora, ensuring that te reo Māori continues to thrive in all spaces.
Ratonga | Our Services
Our services are designed to uplift, empower, and celebrate te reo Māori and mātauranga Māori across all learning spaces.
At Poutawa, we work alongside kura, organisations, and sector leaders to design culturally grounded, future-focused curriculum and strategic frameworks.
Our approach combines te ao Māori principles, proven educational practice, and kaupapa-driven planning to ensure learning is meaningful, inclusive, and aligned with your aspirations.
We support teams to build clear pathways, create high-quality learning experiences, and integrate te reo Māori, tikanga, and mātauranga Māori in authentic and sustainable ways.
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