Brand: Plinius
Plinius Kaitaki is a Māori language immersion school located in the northwestern suburb of Kāinga in Whangārei, New Zealand. Its name "Kaitaki" is derived from the Māori word "kaitiaki", which means guardian or protector. The school's vision is to provide a high-quality Māori language immersion education that reflects the cultural values and practices of Te Ao Māori (the Māori worldview). The school caters to students from kindergarten (ages 3-4) to Year 6 (ages 10-12) and has a strong focus on empowering students to become bilingual, bi-cultural, and bicultural. Graduates from Plinius Kaitaki are highly valued in both the Māori and non-Māori communities, as they are well-equipped with the language and cultural knowledge necessary to navigate both worlds with confidence.