4963667c-1999-4d96-9af6-a90e0109c1fa 369c46a4-6541-4b07-92bd-ae6b01615c7d ea414c96-c6c1-4e23-94e1-a912004f8e2b d1a70ba0-217b-4b6e-ac13-b41a007155a3 en-US Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026 Week 5 Literacy & Numeracy Support Explained http://www.pacificmedianetwork.com 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.

]]> episodic 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. Keith Crow keith.crow@pmn.co.nz Pacific Media Network 2026 Pacific Media Network no https://www.omnycontent.com/d/playlist/4963667c-1999-4d96-9af6-a90e0109c1fa/ea414c96-c6c1-4e23-94e1-a912004f8e2b/d1a70ba0-217b-4b6e-ac13-b41a007155a3/image.jpg?t=1774594364&size=Large Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026 Week 5 Literacy & Numeracy Support Explained http://www.pacificmedianetwork.com PMN Tokelau Talanoa Ako 2026 Week 5 Literacy & Numeracy Support (Te Gagana Tokelau) 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 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.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

]]> 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.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

]]> full 2 5 Pacific Media Network d959deda-1299-4f51-baa0-b42400764ccd d959deda-1299-4f51-baa0-b42400764ccd Mon, 06 Apr 2026 07:18:28 +0000 1715 https://omny.fm/shows/pacificmedianetwork/pmn-tokelau-talanoa-ako-2026-week-5-literacy-numeracy-support-te-gagana-tokelau PMN Tuvalu Talanoa Ako 2026 Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support (Te Gagana Tuvalu) 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 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.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy 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 & 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.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

]]> full 2 5 Pacific Media Network 076d7537-028d-49f9-ab4f-b424006d621d 076d7537-028d-49f9-ab4f-b424006d621d Mon, 06 Apr 2026 06:58:38 +0000 1900 https://omny.fm/shows/pacificmedianetwork/pmn-tuvalu-talanoa-ako-2026-week-5-literacy-numeracy-support-te-gagana-tuvalu PMN Samoa Talanoa Ako 2026 Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support (Gagana Samoa) PMN Samoa Talanoa Ako 2026 Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support (Gagana Samoa) 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.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

]]> 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.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

]]> full 2 5 Pacific Media Network 61cbf2e1-bd38-4b70-8605-b4240063d87b 61cbf2e1-bd38-4b70-8605-b4240063d87b Mon, 06 Apr 2026 06:19:40 +0000 1960 https://omny.fm/shows/pacificmedianetwork/pmn-samoa-talanoa-ako-2026-week-5-literacy-numeracy-support-gagana-samoa PMN Tonga Talanoa Ako 2026 Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support (Lea Faka-Tonga) PMN Tonga Talanoa Ako 2026 Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support (Lea Faka-Tonga) In Week 5 of the Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026, hear from Alisi Tatafu (Mangere College, Auckland) and Selina Faasolo (Pacific Advance School, Auckland), speaking in Lea Faka-Tonga, 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.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

]]> In Week 5 of the Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026, hear from Alisi Tatafu (Mangere College, Auckland) and Selina Faasolo (Pacific Advance School, Auckland), speaking in Lea Faka-Tonga, 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.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

]]> full 2 5 Pacific Media Network 5332cc31-e026-4d42-93c0-b42400556848 5332cc31-e026-4d42-93c0-b42400556848 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:30:08 +0000 1781 https://omny.fm/shows/pacificmedianetwork/pmn-tonga-talanoa-ako-2026-week-5-literacy-numeracy-support-lea-faka-tonga PMN Niue – Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026 | Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support PMN Niue – Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026 | Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support Join Mac Ikitule (Rowandale School, Auckland) and Meleua Ikiua (Alfriston College, Auckland), speaking in Vagahau Niue, as they talanoa on Literacy & Numeracy support and what it means for students working towards NCEA.

This week, we break down the co-requisite requirement:
Students must achieve 10 Literacy (Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (Pāngarau) credits across NCEA Levels 1, 2, and 3.

We cover:
• What literacy and numeracy mean in today’s learning
• How students can achieve these credits throughout their NCEA journey
• Classroom learning approaches and expectations
• Daily foundations from Years 1–8
• What this means for Years 9 & 10
• How literacy and numeracy are assessed across subjects

Talanoa Ako supports Pacific families with information available in 7 Pacific languages and English  keeping our communities informed and connected.

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

]]> Join Mac Ikitule (Rowandale School, Auckland) and Meleua Ikiua (Alfriston College, Auckland), speaking in Vagahau Niue, as they talanoa on Literacy & Numeracy support and what it means for students working towards NCEA.

This week, we break down the co-requisite requirement:
Students must achieve 10 Literacy (Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (Pāngarau) credits across NCEA Levels 1, 2, and 3.

We cover:
• What literacy and numeracy mean in today’s learning
• How students can achieve these credits throughout their NCEA journey
• Classroom learning approaches and expectations
• Daily foundations from Years 1–8
• What this means for Years 9 & 10
• How literacy and numeracy are assessed across subjects

Talanoa Ako supports Pacific families with information available in 7 Pacific languages and English  keeping our communities informed and connected.

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

]]> full 2 5 Pacific Media Network 7da40962-37e1-4593-9c43-b42400525974 7da40962-37e1-4593-9c43-b42400525974 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:13:13 +0000 2095 https://omny.fm/shows/pacificmedianetwork/pmn-niue-talanoa-ako-ncea-series-2026-week-5-literacy-numeracy-support PMN Cook Islands Talanoa Ako 2026 – Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support (Te Reo Māori Kūki ‘Āirani) 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 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.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy 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 ‘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.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

]]> full 2 5 Pacific Media Network fe1c2964-19fc-4802-bd5b-b4240052be7d fe1c2964-19fc-4802-bd5b-b4240052be7d Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:05:03 +0000 2153 https://omny.fm/shows/pacificmedianetwork/pmn-cook-islands-talanoa-ako-2026-week-5-literacy-numeracy-support-te-reo-m-ori-k-ki-irani Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026 Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026 Week 5: Literacy & Numeracy Support Join Oliana Eniata and Sam Tanielu from St Paul’s College, Auckland, on Pacific Mornings as they share insights on Wellbeing & Hauora, and why showing up to school is key to achieving success in NCEA.

This episode breaks down the co-requisite requirement:
Students must achieve 10 Literacy (Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (Pāngarau) credits across Levels 1, 2, and 3.

We also explore:
• What literacy and numeracy are
• How students can achieve these credits at any stage
• Structured learning approaches in classrooms
• Expectations from Years 1–8 and insights for Years 9–10
• How literacy and numeracy are assessed across subjects

Talanoa Ako is available in seven Pacific languages — Cook Islands Māori, Fijian, Niuean, Samoan, Tokelauan, Tongan, and Tuvaluan — alongside English.

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

]]> Join Oliana Eniata and Sam Tanielu from St Paul’s College, Auckland, on Pacific Mornings as they share insights on Wellbeing & Hauora, and why showing up to school is key to achieving success in NCEA.

This episode breaks down the co-requisite requirement:
Students must achieve 10 Literacy (Te Reo Matatini) credits and 10 Numeracy (Pāngarau) credits across Levels 1, 2, and 3.

We also explore:
• What literacy and numeracy are
• How students can achieve these credits at any stage
• Structured learning approaches in classrooms
• Expectations from Years 1–8 and insights for Years 9–10
• How literacy and numeracy are assessed across subjects

Talanoa Ako is available in seven Pacific languages — Cook Islands Māori, Fijian, Niuean, Samoan, Tokelauan, Tongan, and Tuvaluan — alongside English.

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

]]> full 2 5 Pacific Media Network 99becadf-699d-4cc2-9e8f-b42400394f26 99becadf-699d-4cc2-9e8f-b42400394f26 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 03:32:59 +0000 1847 https://omny.fm/shows/pacificmedianetwork/talanoa-ako-ncea-series-2026-week-5-literacy-numeracy-support