Schools & Education in Mataura

Mataura, Southland. Mataura Marae Kohanga Reo is a school within the education sector. Kohanga Reo are early childhood education centres that provide immersion in Te Reo Māori and Tikanga Māori for young children. These centres play a vital role in supporting Māori language revitalisation and cultural transmission, offering a nurturing environment where tamariki can learn and grow through play and cultural activities. The focus is on building a strong foundation in both language and cultural identity for the youngest members of the community.