Kia Orāna! Tūrou ‘oro mai!
ABOUT US
We were established by the Tamariki Apii Kuki Airani Education Trust in collaboration with Pa Ariki, our aim is to sustain our Reo Māori language and culture for future generations.
We recognize the vital role of early childhood education in preserving our heritage and fostering a strong sense of identity and belonging in our children.
Our Priorities
Our Goals
Vision
Kia ‘akapua’pinga’ia e kia tāporoporo tātou i to tātou reo e ta tātou au peu/akono’anga Māori Kūki ‘Airani. E pērā katoa, kia ‘akangāteitei e kia ākono’ia te ‘io tupuna tei ‘aka’tango’ia ē to tātou pā metua, nō te uki ki mua.
Enhancing and preserving Māori language and culture, honoring our ancestors' legacy for future generations.
Mission
Kia utuutu’ia ta tātou ‘ānau, na roto i to tātou reo e te peu/akono’anga Māori Kūki ‘Airani, i roto i te au ‘āpi’i’anga kātoatoa te ka tomo ia e rātou. Kia riro teia i te ‘akamātūtū i to rātou tūranga e to rātou tupu’anga tamariki Māori Kūki ‘Airani.
Enhancing and preserving Māori language and culture, honoring our ancestors' legacy for future generations.
Nga Puapi'i
PUAPII
Chelah Monga
Atiu/ Aitutaki
Enuakura Maruaao
Aitutaki
PUAPII
Nga Ta'unga
Elva Mamia Reitapu Opuu
Support & Advisor
Marama Denny
Support & Advisor
Support & Advisor
Renall Vogel
Tamariki Api'i Kuki 'Airani
Te Ko'anga Reo o Takitumu operates under the guidance and support of the ‘Tamariki Kuki Airani Trust’ (TAKA Educational Trust). This Registered Charitable Organsation, inspired by Mario Caffery’s personal journey of fostering a young girl from Pukapuka, aims to further the education of Cook Islands students who are financially or socially disadvantaged. The TAKA Educational Trust is dedicated to empowering and strengthening the children of the Cook Islands, fostering skills that benefit both individuals and their communities.
Our collaboration with Pa Ariki, a respected leader and custodian of Cook Islands heritage, has provided us with a venue at Mata Enua in Turangi. This location, rich in cultural significance, ensures that our educational programs are deeply rooted in the traditions and values of our ancestors, offering an authentic learning environment for our children.
Our Complaint Process
At Te Ko'anga Reo o Takitumu, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for all children and their families. We value open communication and take all concerns seriously. If you have a complaint or feedback, we encourage you to reach out so we can work together to resolve any issues.
Step 1: Raising a Concern
If you have a concern, we encourage you to:
Speak directly with a staff member or supervisor at the Centre.
Contact us via phone at 70292 or email at takitumu@tekoangareo.com.
We aim to address and resolve concerns as quickly and fairly as possible.
Step 2: Formal Complaint Submission
If your concern is not resolved through informal communication, you may submit a formal complaint. You can do this by:
Providing a written complaint in person at our office.
Sending a written complaint via email to takitumu@tekoangareo.com.
Please include:
Your name and contact details.
A clear description of the issue.
Relevant dates, times, and people involved (if applicable).
Any supporting documentation (if available).
‘Ōrama Nui
Kia ‘akapua’pinga’ia e kia tāporoporo tātou i to tātou reo e ta tātou au peu/akono’anga Māori Kūki ‘Airani. E pērā katoa, kia ‘akangāteitei e kia ākono’ia te ‘io tupuna tei ‘aka’tango’ia ē to tātou pā metua, nō te uki ki mua.
Contacts
takitumu@tekoangareo.com
Te Ko'anga Reo o Takitumu
Te Maru o Piako
Mata Enua
Turangi
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