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NZQA Mātauranga Māori Assessment Symposium 2026

14 April - 16 April 2026, Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Hoani Waititi, Tāmaki Makaurau, $150 (including GST) for the full 3-day symposium

About this event

Tēnā koutou

We are pleased to announce that a Mātauranga Māori Assessment Symposium will be held in 2026 for kaiako who are assessing or wishing to learn more about one or more of the following learning areas:

  • Te Ao Haka
  • Te Reo Māori
  • Ngā wāhanga ako o Te Marautanga o Aotearoa
  • Whakairo, Ngā Mahi a te Whare Pora
  • Pacific Studies

The symposium will support kaiako to learn, develop and master their skills and knowledge enabling them to integrate these into their teaching, learning, and assessment programmes. The symposium will also provide a valuable opportunity for kaiako to network with other kaiako and experts.  
 
NZQA personnel will be present to provide support with queries about assessing ākonga against internally assessed standards and unpacking the requirements for external assessment.

Register to attend by Thursday 2 April 2026 (external link)

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Who should attend?

  • Kaiako looking to introduce one or more of the above wāhanga ako/learning areas at their kura.
  • Kaiako and kura new to teaching one or more of the above wāhanga ako/learning areas at their kura.
  • Experienced kaiako seeking a refresher or support in assessing against the standards.

Programme and guest speakers

Sessions for each subject/wāhanga ako will be delivered across the three days.

Kaiako are welcome to attend all three days or choose the days/sessions that are relevant to them. 

Te Rā Tuatahi (Day 1) - Tuesday 14 April

  • Te Reo Māori 
  • Te Reo Rangatira 
  • Tikanga ā-Iwi 
  • Ngā Mahi a te Rēhia
  • Toi Puoro and Taonga Puoro
  • Toi Ataata
  • Hauora
  • Pūtaiao

Te Rā Tuarua (Day 2) - Wednesday 15 April

  • Pāngarau
  • Hangarau
  • Whakairo
  • Ngā Mahi a te Whare Pora
  • Pacific Studies
  • Te Ao Haka

Te Rā Tuatoru (Day 3) - Thursday 16 April

  • Te Ao Haka

A more detailed programme, including session times for each day, confirmed speakers and workshop presenters, will be published on this page once confirmed.

For the latest updates and other symposium information, continue to check this page.

What's included?

  • Three days of interactive workshops and presentations led by experts of Te Ao Haka, Te Reo Māori, Te Marautanga o Aotearoa, Whakairo, Ngā Mahi a te Whare Pora, and Pacific Studies.
  • Guidance on assessment for the above wāhanga ako/learning areas (NCEA Levels 1 to 3) and Te Hiranga (Scholarship).
  • Q&A sessions with subject matter experts.
  • Access to resources and preparation materials.
  • Kai provided throughout the symposium.

Kaiako/kura are responsible for making their own travel and accommodation arrangements.

Why attend?

  • Grow your expertise - Deepen your understanding of Te Ao Haka and strengthen your skills in teaching and assessing this kaupapa.
  • Learn from experts - Gain insights from experienced presenters, guest speakers, and leaders in Te Ao Haka.
  • Networking opportunities - Connect with other kaiako, assessors and professionals who are passionate about ākonga achievement in Te Ao Haka
  • Engage in dynamic sessions - Participate in hands-on workshops on composition, pathways, categories, disciplines, and leadership led by experts of Te Ao Haka
  • Gain insights into assessment and Scholarship - Get guidance on best practices for assessing Te Ao Haka NCEA Levels 1-3 and supporting ākonga with Te Hiranga (Scholarship).
  • Whakawhanaungatanga - Be part of a supportive environment that celebrates Te Ao Haka and encourages professional and personal growth.

Registration fee of the symposium

The cost to attend the full 3-day symposium is $150 per person (including GST).

If you are planning to attend part of the symposium, the following fees will apply: 

  • 1 session - $70 per person (including GST)
  • 2 sessions - $120 per person (including GST)
  • Te Ao Haka - $120 per person (including GST) 

When completing the registration form, you’ll be able to indicate which days or sessions you plan to attend.  

Payment of registration fee

You will make your payment directly to Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Hoani Waititi. The registration form includes details on how to make payment.

Instructions will also be sent to the email address provided in the form.

Register now

If you are interested or have kaiako that would like to attend the symposium, please complete and submit the online registration form by Thursday 2 April 2026.

Complete a separate form for each attendee.

Go to the online registration form (external link)

Once you’ve submitted the online form, you will be sent further details about the symposium.

Before the symposium

Kaiako are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the standards and resources on the:

Additional preparation materials may be sent to registered participants before the symposium. 

If you have pātai or need more information

Please get in touch with the Aromatawai Māori team
Email us