In Week 5 of the Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026, hear from Teokotai Tarai (Tokoroa High School) and Josephine Ivirangi (Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate), speaking in Te Reo Māori Kūki ‘Āirani, as they unpack Literacy & Numeracy support for NCEA.

This episode explains the co-requisite requirement, where students must achieve 10 Literacy (Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (Pāngarau) credits across Levels 1, 2, and 3.

We explore:
• What literacy and numeracy are
• How students can achieve these credits at any stage
• Structured learning in classrooms
• Expectations from Years 1–10
• How literacy and numeracy are assessed across subjects

Talanoa Ako is available in seven Pacific languages and English, supporting families to stay informed and connected.

Download the Talanoa Ako digital app on the Google Play Store for more information.

In Week 5 of the Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026, hear from Teokotai Tarai (Tokoroa High School) and Josephine Ivirangi (Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate), speaking in Te Reo Māori Kūki &lsquo;Āirani, as they unpack Literacy &amp; Numeracy support for NCEA.
This episode explains the co-requisite requirement, where students must achieve 10 Literacy (Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (Pāngarau) credits across Levels 1, 2, and 3.
We explore: &bull; What literacy and numeracy are &bull; How students can achieve these credits at any stage &bull; Structured learning in classrooms &bull; Expectations from Years 1&ndash;10 &bull; How literacy and numeracy are assessed across subjects
Talanoa Ako is available in seven Pacific languages and English, supporting families to stay informed and connected.
Download the Talanoa Ako digital app on the Google Play Store for more information.

In Week 5 of the Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026, we break down one of the most important foundations of student success — Literacy and Numeracy support.

This episode explores the NCEA co-requisite in detail, where students across Levels 1, 2, and 3 must achieve 10 Literacy (or Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (or Pāngarau) credits to gain their qualification.

We unpack:
• What literacy and numeracy mean in today’s learning environment
• How and when students can achieve the co-requisite throughout their NCEA journey
• What structured literacy and numeracy learning looks like in classrooms
• Why learning must be clear, consistent, and aligned with global standards
• Daily learning expectations for Years 1–8, including reading, writing, and maths
• What this means for Years 9 and 10 students
• How literacy and numeracy are assessed across different NCEA subjects

Talanoa Ako continues to support Pacific families by making education accessible and easy to understand. The series is available in seven Pacific languages — Cook Islands Māori, Fijian, Niuean, Samoan, Tokelauan, Tongan, and Tuvaluan — alongside English.

For more information and support, download the Talanoa Ako digital app on the Google Play Store.

In Week 5 of the Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026, we break down one of the most important foundations of student success &mdash; Literacy and Numeracy support.
This episode explores the NCEA co-requisite in detail, where students across Levels 1, 2, and 3 must achieve 10 Literacy (or Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (or Pāngarau) credits to gain their qualification.
We unpack: &bull; What literacy and numeracy mean in today&rsquo;s learning environment &bull; How and when students can achieve the co-requisite throughout their NCEA journey &bull; What structured literacy and numeracy learning looks like in classrooms &bull; Why learning must be clear, consistent, and aligned with global standards &bull; Daily learning expectations for Years 1&ndash;8, including reading, writing, and maths &bull; What this means for Years 9 and 10 students &bull; How literacy and numeracy are assessed across different NCEA subjects
Talanoa Ako continues to support Pacific families by making education accessible and easy to understand. The series is available in seven Pacific languages &mdash; Cook Islands Māori, Fijian, Niuean, Samoan, Tokelauan, Tongan, and Tuvaluan &mdash; alongside English.
For more information and support, download the Talanoa Ako digital app on the Google Play Store.

Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026 – Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support Explained

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PMN Cook Islands Talanoa Ako 2026 – Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support (Te Reo Māori Kūki ‘Āirani)

In Week 5 of the Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026, hear from Lui Lorenc-Lafou (St Patrick’s College, Silverstream, Wellington), speaking in Te Gagana Tokelau, as they unpack Literacy & Numeracy support for NCEA.

This episode explains the co-requisite requirement, where students must achieve 10 Literacy (Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (Pāngarau) credits across Levels 1, 2, and 3.

We explore:
• What literacy and numeracy are
• How students can achieve these credits at any stage
• Structured learning in classrooms
• Expectations from Years 1–10
• How literacy and numeracy are assessed across subjects

Talanoa Ako is available in seven Pacific languages and English, supporting families to stay informed and connected.

Download the Talanoa Ako digital app on the Google Play Store for more information.

In Week 5 of the Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026, hear from Lui Lorenc-Lafou (St Patrick&rsquo;s College, Silverstream, Wellington), speaking in Te Gagana Tokelau, as they unpack Literacy &amp; Numeracy support for NCEA.
This episode explains the co-requisite requirement, where students must achieve 10 Literacy (Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (Pāngarau) credits across Levels 1, 2, and 3.
We explore: &bull; What literacy and numeracy are &bull; How students can achieve these credits at any stage &bull; Structured learning in classrooms &bull; Expectations from Years 1&ndash;10 &bull; How literacy and numeracy are assessed across subjects
Talanoa Ako is available in seven Pacific languages and English, supporting families to stay informed and connected.
Download the Talanoa Ako digital app on the Google Play Store for more information.

PMN Tokelau Talanoa Ako 2026 Week 5 Literacy & Numeracy Support (Te Gagana Tokelau)

In Week 5 of the Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026, hear from Meli Kaveinga (Birdwood School, Auckland), speaking in Te Gagana Tuvalu, as they unpack Literacy & Numeracy support for NCEA.

This episode explains the co-requisite requirement, where students must achieve 10 Literacy (Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (Pāngarau) credits across Levels 1, 2, and 3.

We explore:
• What literacy and numeracy are
• How students can achieve these credits at any stage
• Structured learning in classrooms
• Expectations from Years 1–10
• How literacy and numeracy are assessed across subjects

Talanoa Ako is available in seven Pacific languages and English, supporting families to stay informed and connected.

Download the Talanoa Ako digital app on the Google Play Store for more information.

In Week 5 of the Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026, hear from Meli Kaveinga (Birdwood School, Auckland), speaking in Te Gagana Tuvalu, as they unpack Literacy &amp; Numeracy support for NCEA.
This episode explains the co-requisite requirement, where students must achieve 10 Literacy (Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (Pāngarau) credits across Levels 1, 2, and 3.
We explore: &bull; What literacy and numeracy are &bull; How students can achieve these credits at any stage &bull; Structured learning in classrooms &bull; Expectations from Years 1&ndash;10 &bull; How literacy and numeracy are assessed across subjects
Talanoa Ako is available in seven Pacific languages and English, supporting families to stay informed and connected.
Download the Talanoa Ako digital app on the Google Play Store for more information.

PMN Tuvalu Talanoa Ako 2026 Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support (Te Gagana Tuvalu)

In Week 5 of the Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026, hear from Pauai Afele (Manurewa High School, Auckland) and Tipalelupe Tu’ua (James Cook High School, Auckland), speaking in Gagana Samoa, as they unpack Literacy & Numeracy support for NCEA.

This episode explains the co-requisite requirement, where students must achieve 10 Literacy (Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (Pāngarau) credits across Levels 1, 2, and 3.

We explore:
• What literacy and numeracy are
• How students can achieve these credits at any stage
• Structured learning in classrooms
• Expectations from Years 1–10
• How literacy and numeracy are assessed across subjects

Talanoa Ako is available in seven Pacific languages and English, supporting families to stay informed and connected.

Download the Talanoa Ako digital app on the Google Play Store for more information.

In Week 5 of the Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026, hear from Pauai Afele (Manurewa High School, Auckland) and Tipalelupe Tu&rsquo;ua (James Cook High School, Auckland), speaking in Gagana Samoa, as they unpack Literacy &amp; Numeracy support for NCEA.
This episode explains the co-requisite requirement, where students must achieve 10 Literacy (Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (Pāngarau) credits across Levels 1, 2, and 3.
We explore: &bull; What literacy and numeracy are &bull; How students can achieve these credits at any stage &bull; Structured learning in classrooms &bull; Expectations from Years 1&ndash;10 &bull; How literacy and numeracy are assessed across subjects
Talanoa Ako is available in seven Pacific languages and English, supporting families to stay informed and connected.
Download the Talanoa Ako digital app on the Google Play Store for more information.

PMN Cook Islands Talanoa Ako 2026 – Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support (Te Reo Māori Kūki ‘Āirani)

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