Whaowhia te kete mātauranga - Fill the basket of knowledge

Take your skills in Te Reo Māori to the next stage with this intermediate level course.

A continuation class for those who have completed Te Reo Māori Level 1. Suitable for learners who have completed at least a beginner level course in Te Reo Māori.

We build on the basic active sentences taught in Level 1 (where the subject of the sentence performs the action described by the verb) i.e. Kei te oma a Hone – John is running. 

We revisit the ‘a’ and ‘o’ categories in relation to the use of pronouns, as well as the use of pūhono – connectors (“i” me te “ki”) including when they should be used (time, location, direction, state, kaimahi, and comparing) i.e. Ka haere au ki te marae – I am going to the marae, I noho au i te marae – I am at the marae.

We learn to describe things using the “He” sentence structure (indefinite sentences) and introduce kare-a-roto (emotions and feelings i.e. he kapu tēnei – this is a cup, he pouri ia – he/she is sad.

We finish the term on introducing the “Ko” classifying sentences to introduce the subject being classified i.e. Ko au te kaiako – I am the teacher, Ko au he kaiako – I am a teacher, and introduce some basic kīwaha for everyday use.

If you enrol in this class please commit to attending all sessions as continuous sequential learning is essential.  If you are going to be absent please contact the office 09 636 9060 or email comed@ohs.school.nz to let us know.

Please note: All courses need a minimum number to go ahead. If your course does not have enough enrolments, we regret that we will have to cancel and will let you know by email - please check your emails, including your spam folder, regularly. Courses are usually cancelled, when necessary, 1-2 working days prior to the scheduled start date. Please ensure you are aware of our terms and conditions before completing your enrolment.