TONO MŌ TE KARAHIPI Ā TE KŌHANGA REO 2026

TONO MŌ TE KARAHIPI Ā TE KŌHANGA REO 2026

2026 TERTIARY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM
ABOUT

The annual He Manu Pīrere nō te Kōhanga Reo Tertiary Scholarships are provided to support graduates of Kōhanga Reo currently enrolled for full-time study in a New Zealand Tertiary Education Organisation (TEO).

Refer to the Scholarship Application Guidelines for further information
2026 SCHOLARSHIPS
The following Scholarships are available in 2026. Please indicate below which Scholarship you wish to apply for:*

He Kete Whakairo - Tā Hemi Henare PhD Scholarship 1 x $10,000 (paid in three instalments)Ngā Kete Pīngao - Masters Scholarship 5 x $2,000Ngā Kete Kiekie - Postgraduate Scholarships* 4 x $1,500Ngā Kete Harakeke - Undergraduate Scholarships 19 x $1,000
* Postgraduate Scholarships are available to Ngā Manu Pirere pursuing postgraduate studies, other than at Masters and PhD level.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Before continuing, please answer the following questions to determine your eligibility to apply:
1. Were you a Mokopuna of Kōhanga Reo and did you attend Kōhanga Reo for two years or more?
2. Are you currently enrolled for full-time study at a New Zealand Tertiary Institute?
3. Is Te Reo Māori a component of your current study programme, or can you clearly demonstrate your ongoing commitment to the revitalisation of Te Reo in your daily life?
If you can answer ĀE to all three patai then you are eligible to apply for one of our 2026 Scholarships. Please do not apply if you cannot answer yes to all three.

Please note: if you have been successful for a scholarship in the past, you are not eligible to apply for the same scholarship again this year.
- 1. Verification of the Kōhanga Reo you attended
  
  Please contact your previous Kōhanga Reo and request a letter confirming your attendance to support your scholarship application.
  
  If your Kōhanga Reo is no longer operating, you may instead provide:
  - A letter of support from a former kaimahi, or
  - A letter from a whānau member or a member of your local District tari who can verify that you attended Kōhanga Reo.
  2. Confirmation / verification of your full-time tertiary enrolment details for 2026
  
  To verify your tertiary enrolment, please provide one of the following:
  - A letter of acceptance from your training provider confirming your entry into the course, or
  - An authorised (signed) copy of your course confirmation letter, or
  - A letter from your institute, wānanga, PTE, TEO, trade training provider, employer, or other relevant organisation confirming your enrolment.
  3. Your 2026 course outline, verifying that Te Reo Māori is included in your programme of study*
  
  If Te Reo Māori is included as part of your current programme of study, please provide evidence by way of a course list. *If Te Reo Māori is not included as part of your current programme of study, you will need to demonstrate your ongoing commitment to the revitalisation of Te Reo in your daily life. Please clearly articulate this in section 6 of this application form.
  
  4. Complete the tuhituhi requirements outlined on page 4 for the scholarship you are applying for. Your written responses must clearly demonstrate your ongoing commitment to the revitalisation of Te Reo Māori. You must also submit a short supporting video (3 minutes max) to accompany your kōrero.
  
  Your video (maximum 3 minutes) should:
  - Introduce yourself – your name, where you’re from, and any kōrero that helps us understand who you are.
  - Explain your connection to Kōhanga Reo and to Te Reo Māori – how it has shaped you, your learning journey, and why it matters to you.
  - Describe your ongoing commitment to revitalising Te Reo Māori – what you currently do, how you contribute, and how you plan to continue this mahi.
  - Share why you are applying for this scholarship – what it will support you to achieve and how it aligns with your goals.
  - Speak openly and authentically – we want to hear your genuine voice and aspirations.
  Instructions for uploading your video to Dropbox
  1. Click this link to upload your video: https://tinyurl.com/hmp2026
  2. Select your video file from your device and upload it.
  3. Name your video file using this format: Firstname Lastname – HMP 2026. Example: Mereana Rangi – HMP 2026
  Accepted formats: common phone video formats (for example MP4 or MOV).
  Please upload only one video per applicant, maximum 3 minutes.|
  
  5. Ensure your whānau, hapū and iwi affiliation is endorsed by a Kaumātua/Kuia.
  
  6. Attach an encoded bank deposit slip or verification of your bank account.
- Please ensure to complete all sections of this form carefully. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Ingoa Whānau*
  Surname
- Ingoa Tuatahi*
  First Name
- Ingoa Waenganui
  Middle Name(s)
- Tō Hanga*
  Gender
- Rā Whānau*
  Date of Birth
- Papatūnga*
  (Postal) Address
- Wāhi Noho*
  City/Town
- Nama Waea
  Home Phone
- Waea Pūkoro*
  Mobile Phone
- Īmera*
  Email Address
- Provide verification of your Kōhanga Reo attendance (eg. a letter from your Kōhanga). Please upload your file using the box below.
- Name of Kōhanga Reo attended*
- Kōhanga Reo ID number (if known)
- Town/City*
- Upload your file here
  
  Acceptable file types are: pdf, doc, docx, ppt.
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- Attach verification of your 2026 enrolment details (authorised by institution) and a copy of your course outline. Please upload your files using the box below.
- Name of Tertiary Org and location*
- Name of Fulltime Course of Study*
  (e.g. Bachelor of Arts)
- Length of Course *
  (e.g. 3 years)
- Current year of study*
  (e.g. second year)
- Upload your files here
  
  Acceptable file types are: pdf, doc, docx. ppt.
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- I ahu mai koe i whea? Identify your tribal affiliations.
- Tribal affiliations*
- Tipuna/Tupuna*
- Tipuna/Tupuna*
- Pāpā / Matua*
- Māmā / Whea / Kōka*
- Kaitono*
- Whakapapa Endorsement
  
  Please upload your file using the box below.
- Kaumatua/Kuia ingoa*
- Kaumatua/Kuia Kaihaina*
- Te Rā*
- Upload your file here
  
  Acceptable file types are: pdf, doc, docx. ppt.
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- Indicate your Wāhanga preference and upload your corresponding essay using the box below.
- Please make your selection:*
  
  Wāhanga A: Criteria 1500 words. HE KETE WHAKAIRO Tā Hemi Henare (PhD) Scholarship (1 at $10,000) to be paid in three instalments. The Tā Hemi Henare (PhD) Scholarship will be awarded to a manu pīrere undertaking research within te kaupapa o Te Kōhanga Reo. In 1500 words, provide an overview of your research and the benefits for the kōhanga reo movement.Wāhanga B: Criteria 800 words (2 pages). NGĀ KETE PĪNGAO TKR Masters Scholarship (5 at $2,000). In 800 words, provide an overview of the value of te reo Māori in your area of study including the role the kaupapa of Te Kōhanga Reo plays, and a description of your ongoing commitment to the revitalisation of te reo.Wāhanga C: Criteria 600 words (1 - 1.5 pages). NGĀ KETE KIEKIE TKR Postgraduate Scholarship (4 at $1,500). In 600 words, provide an overview of the value of te reo Māori in your area of study including the role the kaupapa of Te Kōhanga Reo plays, and a description of your ongoing commitment to the revitalisation of te reo.Wāhanga D: Criteria 300 words (0.5 - 1 page). NGĀ KETE HARAKEKE TKR Provider (Undergraduate) Scholarship (19 at $1,000). In 300 words, provide an overview of your experience within Te Kōhanga Reo, and the contribution that te reo Māori has made in your journey, including your area of study.
- Kaitono Signature.*
  
  Clear
  Please ensure you sign your submission.
- Upload your file here
  
  Acceptable file types are: pdf, doc, docx. ppt.
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- Please complete the bank details section below and upload verification of your bank account details (e.g. bank encoded deposit slip, bank statement etc) using the box below.
- NZ Bank Account Number*
- Name of Account Holder*
- Upload your file here
  
  Acceptable file types are: pdf, doc, docx, pp, jpg, jpeg, png, gif.
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- Your video (maximum 3 minutes) should:
  - Introduce yourself – your name, where you’re from, and any kōrero that helps us understand who you are.
  - Explain your connection to Kōhanga Reo and to Te Reo Māori – how it has shaped you, your learning journey, and why it matters to you.
  - Describe your ongoing commitment to revitalising Te Reo Māori – what you currently do, how you contribute, and how you plan to continue this mahi.
  - Share why you are applying for this scholarship – what it will support you to achieve and how it aligns with your goals.
  - Speak openly and authentically – we want to hear your genuine voice and aspirations.
  Instructions for uploading your video to Dropbox
  1. Click this link to upload your video: https://tinyurl.com/hmp2026
  2. Select your video file from your device and upload it.
  3. Name your video file using this format: Firstname Lastname – HMP 2026. Example: Mereana Rangi – HMP 2026
  Accepted formats: common phone video formats (for example MP4 or MOV). Please upload only one video per applicant, maximum 3 minutes.
- Please don't submit video in this form. To upload your video, click the Dropbox link: https://tinyurl.com/hmp2026
- Please ensure you have read and completed all sections of the form, and provided all accompanying documentation as specified.
- Kaitono Signature
  
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- Date
  
  DayMonthYear
  Date
- Prior to submitting your application please ensure to re‐check you have provided the following details*
- * Refer to the Tertiary Scholarship Guidelines and Frequently Asked Questions for more details about this requirement.
- Review the form to ensure you have completed all relevant fields then click Submit.
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