Te Kōhanga Reo 20 Hours ECE

Kōkiri Marae Te Kōhanga Reo

Lower Hutt, Seaview-Wellington
4.7|
Ages
1–5 years
Roll Size
60 children
Subsidies
20 Hours
Rating
4.7/5

About Kōkiri Marae Te Kōhanga Reo

Kōkiri Marae Te Kōhanga Reo is a te kōhanga reo in Seaview-Wellington, Lower Hutt, with children currently enrolled aged 1–5 years. It’s well suited for families wanting total immersion in te reo Māori and kaupapa Māori, with strong community and whānau involvement. This centre offers 20 Hours ECE funding.

About Te Kōhanga Reo

Te Kōhanga Reo centres are Māori immersion environments committed to the revitalisation of te reo Māori, with learning led by whānau and grounded in kaupapa Māori. They cater to families who want their tamariki fully immersed in Māori language and cultural practices, fostering strong identity, confidence, and intergenerational language transmission.

What Is 20 Hours ECE funding?

20 Hours ECE is a government-funded initiative that helps reduce the cost of early childhood education for families with tamariki aged 3–5. Eligible children can receive up to 20 hours of funded care and education each week at participating services. Centres can set their own enrolment patterns and may ask for optional charges, but the funded hours themselves should be free of compulsory fees. If you are unsure how this works at Kōkiri Marae Te Kōhanga Reo, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

Kōkiri Marae Te Kōhanga Reo currently has a roll of 60 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 1–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

Māori tamariki are the largest group (95% of the roll), alongside other children.

Roll and demographic figures are based on data supplied by the Ministry of Education and were last updated on 01/07/2024.

Parent Reviews

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Madison Parrott
July 2025

“Amazing team! So friendly, informative and helpful. So grateful for the services they provide!”

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luke smile
December 2023

“I grew up here with my nan Timiringa Te Maro I loved it anytime I'm back in the region I always stop in and no matter how long it's been it still feels like home X enjoyed my childhood here and especially to loved nanny erol xx NGA Mihi whanau”

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Janice Edwards
March 2022

“I am inspired by the stand you have taken with the protesters, applaud your vaccine initiatives and am proud to see a united front able to peacefully and effectively make their stand. To the frontline kuia, you were courageous and dignified. Kia kaha”

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Kahutoi Kara
July 2020

“Lovely welcoming Whanau whanui, great support and services available, delicious finger foods,water and hot beverages available. Unfortunately there is no wheelchair or lift accesability to upstairs. I struggle with stairs...”

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Liza Batoon
May 2020

“They are so supportive and very helpful. They will always keep in touch to provide or give other things. Thank you so much for all you help. May God bless you more for your wonderful works.😇🥰👍”

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Contact Details

Kōkiri Marae 22 Barnes Street, Seaview-Wellington, Lower Hutt

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