AKO AKE AKE
Reo Māori support platform
Warm, workbook-led, community supported

Dedicated Reo Māori world

AKO AKE AKE

A learning and community platform designed to help people keep growing their reo after immersion — with guided workbook pathways, gentle support, and clear steps forward.

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3Workbook pathways
DailyPractice rhythm
TestsTo unlock each stage

Workbook pathways

Three levels, one clear journey

Each pathway has its own workbook-style learning, speaking practice, journaling, and checkpoint tests before unlocking the next level.

Pathway 1 • Beginner workbook

Kākano

Start here

A gentle starting point for people who are new, rebuilding confidence, or need strong foundations after immersion.

Workbook 1: Everyday kupu
Workbook 2: Simple sentence patterns
Workbook 3: Home and whānau kōrero
Checkpoint test
Daily kupuPhrase of the dayMini lessonsVoice notesAI chat practiceWeekly goals
Start Kākano
Pathway 2 • Intermediate workbook

Tipu

Unlock after Kākano

For learners ready to use reo more naturally in daily life through speaking, journaling, and practice with others.

Workbook 1: Everyday conversations
Workbook 2: Asking and responding
Workbook 3: Work, study, and community reo
Checkpoint test
Speaking promptsReal-world tasksJournal entriesConversation buddyQuizzesProgress tracking
Open Tipu
Pathway 3 • Advanced workbook

Puāwai

Unlock after Tipu

For confident speakers wanting to keep their reo active and sharp beyond formal immersion.

Workbook 1: Richer expression
Workbook 2: Leading kōrero
Workbook 3: Reo in wider spaces
Final pathway test
Advanced promptsMentor spacesVoice reflectionsCommunity challengesResource libraryTrack streaks
Open Puāwai

How it works

Learn, practise, reflect, connect

AKO AKE AKE combines structured learning, active practice, reflection, and community support so learners can keep building reo in everyday life.

Learn

  • Daily kupu
  • Phrase of the day
  • Workbook lessons
  • Quizzes
  • Resource library

Practise

  • Speaking prompts
  • Voice recording practice
  • AI chat practice
  • Real-world tasks

Reflect

  • Journal and diary entries
  • Weekly goals
  • Streak tracker
  • Progress tracking

Connect

  • Practice buddy matching
  • Talk with mentors
  • Ask kaiako
  • Community kōrero spaces
Tests and progression

Checkpoint tests help learners move forward

Learners complete lessons, voice tasks, and reflections before short tests that show whether they are ready to unlock the next stage.

Pathway Checkpoint Quiz
A short quiz after each workbook to test kupu, sentence understanding, and confidence.
Speaking Confidence Check
A voice-based task where learners respond to a prompt and reflect on how naturally they used reo.
Final Pathway Test
A combined lesson review, speaking task, and real-world challenge that unlocks the next pathway.
Start here
Kākano
Best place to start first.
Tipu
Open when ready to build more confidence.
Puāwai
For stronger, active speakers.
Journal
Reflection and confidence building space.
Community
Buddy matching and mentor support.
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Be part of the next stage

If you want to be part of the journey, ask about the platform, or join the waitlist, message through ARO AUAHA.

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