I believe all new Zealand children should learn the Reo it is a huge part of our culture. I teach home based care,I believe it up to every NZer to keep Te Reo alive. I am on the learning journey with Te Reo so I can pass on what I learn to the children. It is proven that children that learn a second language at a young age are better able to learn other languages in latter life , lets give them the start with the chance to learn and imbrace Te Reo first .I have seen in other countries how (ie Australai where in primary school Japanesse is taught as a second language) that saddens me. I am proud that NZ is so strong on teaching our indigenous