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Effective 20 April 2026, the numbering of the curriculum criteria has changed. There have been no changes to the curriculum criteria wording or associated guidance.
Criterion C205#
The service curriculum acknowledges and reflects the unique place of Māori as tangata whenua. Children are given the opportunity to develop knowledge and an understanding of the cultural heritages of both parties to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
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Guidance#
Te Whāriki honours the relationship with tangata whenua that is inherent in Te Tiriti o Waitangi. It includes Māori views of children’s learning and development and strategies for taking practical action to give effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
To meet this criterion in a way that is consistent with Te Whāriki, the curriculum should be developed in partnership with mokopuna, whānau, hapū, and iwi to provide genuine opportunities for participation in programme development, enhancing outcomes for Māori children.
Programmes should support te reo me ngā tikanga Māori and include knowledge and perspectives of mana whenua. All children should have an opportunity to experience Māori language and culture.
