The first Kura Kaupapa was established in 1985. These special institutions are Maori immersion schools, which teach children the disappearing language, culture, philosophy, values, and principles of the Maori peoples of New Zealand.
It is specifically used to revitalize the entire Maori culture by engaging youth in new learning opportunities about their heritage.
There are many different kinds of Maori schooling. Starting with the Kura Tuatahi, or primary schools, there are 3 different subgroups: full primary, contributing primary, and restricted primary. Full teaches children years 1-8, contributing is for children years 7-8 and restricted is for those with years 1-6 or 7-8. Children typically enter primary school around age 5.
It is specifically used to revitalize the entire Maori culture by engaging youth in new learning opportunities about their heritage.
There are many different kinds of Maori schooling. Starting with the Kura Tuatahi, or primary schools, there are 3 different subgroups: full primary, contributing primary, and restricted primary. Full teaches children years 1-8, contributing is for children years 7-8 and restricted is for those with years 1-6 or 7-8. Children typically enter primary school around age 5.
Kura Arongatahi teaches children from years 1-15, and children's ages range from 5-18 years old.
A Wharekura is a secondary school that teaches children from years 9-15.
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