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Celebrating 70 Years

Mānawatia a Matariki ✨

Matariki marks the beginning of the Māori New Year - a time for reflection, connection and looking ahead. In 2026, Matariki falls from the 8th-11th July, with a public holiday on Friday the 10th of July.

Explore our dedicated Matariki collection below to find rich, hands-on resources to connect, create and celebrate, making learning truly meaningful for your tamariki!

More ways to explore the meanings of Matariki

Matariki is a beautiful time to deepen learning by connecting with te ao Māori. Each whetū (star) in the cluster invites us to reflect on different parts of our world, creating rich opportunities for hands-on exploration with your tamariki. Browse below to find more ways to extend and enhance these learning moments!

Weave in Te Reo

Incorporating Te Reo Māori into your routine is all about making language natural, interactive and fun. Engaging with simple words, daily phrases and interactive games builds confidence for both kaiako and tamariki, turning language acquisition into a seamless part of daily play.

Connect with the environment

Matariki invites us to celebrate the harvest and reflect on our connection to the environment. Exploring the soil, plants and cycles of nature helps children practice kaitiakitanga firsthand, fostering a respect for the living world around them.

Bring the night sky indoors

Setting up a dedicated sensory space with light is a wonderful way to transform your room, inviting tamariki to explore the Matariki constellations and create an immersive environment where you can further explore the night sky.

Incorporate traditional Māori designs

Explore Māori patterns and use them in your Matariki crafts to add an authentic touch and get the class talking about the meanings behind the designs. It's a great way for little hands to get familiar with traditional art, get creative and brighten up your classroom displays.

Putting it all together ✨

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