Te Kura o Rangiriri
Te Kura o Rangiriri
Ngā Wahanga o te Tau
Ngā Karere
Ripoata Tamō
Ngā Kaupapa
Te Kura o Rangiriri is a Kura ā-Iwi, a full immersion Te Reo Māori kura, located in the historic village of Rangiriri, between Te Kauwhata and Huntly, just off State Highway 1. Established in 1887, the kura moved to its former site in 1920.
Rangiriri is a place of great historical significance. It was the site of the Battle of Rangiriri in 1863, where Waikato tūpuna fought to defend their lands during the British invasion. The remains of Rangiriri Pā and the maiororo (trenches) still stand as powerful reminders of the resistance and determination of our people. These battle sites are sacred, holding the memories of those who fought to protect their whenua.
Among the leaders during this time was Te Wheoro, a respected rangatira and military leader. He later became an advocate for Māori rights, navigating the challenges that came after the war. His role in both resistance and diplomacy is an important part of our history.
In the local urupā, a mass, unmarked grave holds the tūpuna who lost their lives in the battle. This is a place of deep remembrance, where we acknowledge the sacrifices made by our ancestors. Each year, many people from across Aotearoa and beyond visit Rangiriri to learn about this pivotal time in our history.
Our kura stands on this whenua, carrying forward the legacy of our tūpuna. The following tongi was prophesied during the time of Kīngi Tāwhiao, the second Māori King, as he led his people through the hardship that followed the Waikato land confiscations:
"Nau te pahua i au i tēnei rangi, kei au āpōpō.
Kei ngā tōpito e whā o te ao ōku nei hoa
Ka wheeke, ka wheeke, i ngā rā o Mātiti."
These words, spoken during the Waikato land invasions, remind us of the determination of our tūpuna:
"Today, you invade my world.
Tomorrow, the opportunity is mine.
My allies await at the four corners of the world.
And soon, we will rise again."
As a Kura ā-Iwi, Te Kura o Rangiriri is committed to upholding the values, history, and identity of our people. We continue this journey, ensuring that our tamariki grow up with te reo Māori, tikanga, and the legacy of our tūpuna, standing strong on the whenua they once defended.
Reminder Panui!
Kura is closed Monday 1 June due to Kings Birthday.
Ki a pai ngaa raa whakataa.
Hei te Turei 2 o Hune.
Kia Ora Whanau
Just an update from this mornings panui re: the above. If the road is still closed this afternoon the bus will pick up from the kura as usual and go through Te Ohaki Road and straight to the East to start the run from there so your tamariki will be late. This is for the safety of our tamariki that get on the bus on the left side of the road. So taihoa koa! You will defz get yah babies back. Pinky swear hehehe :):):)
Morena te whanau.
There is an accident between Rangiriri and Huntly.
The traffic has been diverted down Te Ohaki Road.
Please expect a delay on the bus this morning.
Do not panic the bus will pick tamariki up.
Ki a haumaru te whanau.
Ngaa manaakitanga.
Kia Ora Tatou e te Whaanau
REMINDER we have our kura whakaahua apopo. Please make sure your tamariki are in the correct uniform.
Kotiro & Tama
Black bottom
Kelly Green Cotton Polo
Polar Fleece or hoodie optional
Ngaa mihi
Share around whanau. There might be whanau of ours out there that need this kind of awhi.
TE IHO TATAI-ā-RONGO (FASD) Haututū Wānanga - Waikato
Tēnā koutou katoa e te whānau
We’re really excited to share our next Haututū Wānanga with you all
Karakariki Christian Camp, Whatawhata (Waikato)
Friday 29 May (2:00pm) – Sunday 31 May (2:00pm), 2026
This wānanga is a special space for whānau, mokopuna, rangatahi, and kaumātua who have lived experience with Te Iho Tātai-ā-Rongo (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder) to come together, connect, and just be.
It’s about creating room to breathe — a place where you and your tamariki are welcomed exactly as you are. No matter the learning needs or challenges, your tamariki belong here.
Bring your whole crew — whānau, kaitiaki, supporters — anyone who wants to learn, share, and wānanga alongside others walking a similar journey.
What to expect:
A safe, relaxed space for whānau to connect
Time for rest, reset, and hauora
Wānanga and kōrero that make sense of your experiences
A caring, experienced team to tautoko your tamariki so you can also take time for yourself
Please find our pānui attached with more information for you to share with your networks in Waikato.
Registration link: Haututū Wānanga Registration
For more information: https://teihotataiarongo.org/supports-for-whanau/
Feel free to reach out to either myself or Huriana McRoberts if you have any pātai. Our contact details are below:
Contact Details:
Kelly Rongonui
Kaiwhakahaere, Kaitiaki o Te Iho Tātai-ā-Rongo
Email: kaimahi@teihotataiarongo.org | Mobile: 022 677 3132
Huriana McRoberts
Kaiwhiriwhiri, Kaitiaki o Te Iho Tātai-ā-Rongo
Email: hurianamcr@gmail.com | Mobile: 021 0916 2829
Ngā mihi maioha
Kelly Rongonui
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