Explanation of Maori kindergarten terms

Maori kindergarten means that the Maori in New Zealand are educated by the old people who know the traditional culture and language in the tribe in a traditional way, so that the Maori culture and language can be passed down from generation to generation.

1982, Maori founded the first Maori kindergarten, which is also the origin of the concept of "language nest", that is, let children learn their mother tongue and culture in an integrated and immersive environment. The kindergarten teachers are Maori tribal elders and parents who are proficient in Maori.

The purpose of kindergarten is to provide an environment for Maori children to learn Maori language and culture, so that children can be naturally influenced by pure Maori language and culture, and at the same time effectively promote the development of the national education system.