Research into adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) among children and families in New Zealand Last Publication Date: 11 Apr 2019 This research was funded by the Ministry of Social Development’s Children and Families Research Fund. Two research reports: Adverse childhood experiences and school readiness outcomes: Results from the…
Intentions and decisions about early childhood education: Understanding the determinants and dynamics of households’ early intentions and decisions about ECE and childcare from birth to age two – Research report Last Publication Date: 07 Mar 2019 This research has been funded by the Ministry of Social Development’s Children and Families Research Fund. The University of Auckland and Ministry of Education study looks into…
Every 4 minutes - A discussion paper on preventing family violence in New Zealand Last Publication Date: 06 Nov 2018 This is the first major report to be released from my Office since I took over in July. It provides some continuity from Sir Peter Gluckman’s…
Growing Up in New Zealand: Transition to school Last Publication Date: 15 Jun 2018 This research is part of the Growing Up in New Zealand longitudinal study. The purpose of the study is to provide evidence about what shapes children's…
It’s never too early, never too late: A discussion paper on preventing youth offending in New Zealand Last Publication Date: 12 Jun 2018 This is the second report in a series of discussion papers exploring factors that have led New Zealand to have a high incarceration rate, with this…
KickStart Breakfasts and Indicators of Child Health in Linked Administrative data Last Publication Date: 08 Jun 2018 The KickStart Breakfast programme was established as a partnership between Fonterra and Sanitarium. The programme runs KickStart Breakfast Clubs, where breakfast food is provided to primary…
‘Baby Teeth Matter’: Insights and impacts of the 2016/2017 Oral Health campaign Last Publication Date: 01 May 2018 The Health Promotion Agency (HPA) delivered a national marketing campaign ‘Baby Teeth Matter’ to improve oral health of children under five years. Research was undertaken by…
Youth Justice Indicators Last Publication Date: 30 Apr 2018 This report provides insight into the performance of various aspects of the youth justice system. It aims to help those involved in youth justice understand system-wide…