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…
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…
Inter-parental relationship quality and its effects on children: A literature review to support analysis and policy Last Publication Date: 30 Apr 2018 This report reviews current international and national literature about how interactions between parents influence children’s wellbeing and developmental outcomes.
Extending their language - expanding their world: Children’s oral language (birth-8 years) Last Publication Date: 01 Feb 2017 Research evidence shows early in a child’s life is a critical time in terms of the rapid language development that takes place, particularly in the first…
An evaluation of Stand Children's Services: Children's Villages Last Publication Date: 01 Sep 2016 Until recently children with behavioural and social needs were referred to and attended one of six health camps situated across New Zealand. Each of the six health…
Childhood Sexual Abuse and Alcohol Use Disorder Last Publication Date: 20 Jun 2016 Childhood sexual abuse can have significant short- and long-term effects, including the subsequent development of alcohol use disorder. This report is an evidence-based guide on the association between…
Guide to Effective and Safe Practice in Youth Mentoring, Aotearoa New Zealand, 2nd Edition Last Publication Date: 01 May 2016 Mentoring can have a powerful and positive influence on the lives of young people as they grow and transition into adulthood. As part of the Children’s Action…
Impact of the Family Start Home Visiting Programme on Outcomes for Mothers and Children: A Quasi-Experimental Study Last Publication Date: 01 Feb 2016 Family Start workers make regular home visits and, using a structured program, seek to improve parenting capability and practice. Workers also actively work to promote breastfeeding,…
Review of Physical Activity Guidance and Resources for Under-Fives Last Publication Date: 01 Dec 2015 Developing information on physical activity for under-fives is one of the 22 initiatives in the Childhood Obesity Plan, and an important part of the broad population…
New Zealand Schools: Ngā Kura o Aotearoa Last Publication Date: 01 Sep 2015 New Zealand Schools: Ngā Kura o Aotearoa, also known as the Schools Sector Report, is the annual report of the Minister of Education on the compulsory…
