Caregiver surveys and research
We run an annual satisfaction survey and others for caregivers who care for the tamariki and rangatahi we are engaged with. We also research the systems and resources that support them.
Caregiver satisfaction surveys
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2024 Caregiver survey report: Key findings and next steps
This report aims at strengthening caregiver experiences. It reviews our 2024 survey findings and explores what caregivers need to provide safe and stable care for children and young people.
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2024 Caregiver survey seminar: Strengthening the caregiver experience
We address caregivers’ experiences of our support as reported in our 2024 caregivers survey. We review feedback across multiple areas, including education, health, financial support, respite care, training, and transitions.
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2024 Caregiver survey report: First insights
In 2024 our annual Caregiver Survey was run from 7 to 28 October, to better understand caregivers’ experiences and needs. Both whānau and non-whānau caregivers participated, sharing insights on their overall satisfaction, reasons for recommending (or not…
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2023 Caregiver survey report
This report outlines how well Oranga Tamariki is supporting caregivers using the results from the 2023 Oranga Tamariki Caregiver Survey.
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2022 Caregiver survey report
This report outlines the results from the 2022 Oranga Tamariki Caregiver Survey.
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2019 Caregiver survey report
Oranga Tamariki undertook a quantitative survey among the population of around 4,000 caregivers who provide care to children.
Other surveys and research
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Impact of a parent’s use of drugs or substances on children in care
This report examines how often parents of children in care use methamphetamine and other substances. It also identifies current service needs and gaps for these children.
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Understanding the increase in reports of concern
This analysis examines the drivers of the increase in reports of concern from the public in 2024. It also looks at what we might expect in the future.
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2024 Caregiver survey report: Key findings and next steps
This report aims at strengthening caregiver experiences. It reviews our 2024 survey findings and explores what caregivers need to provide safe and stable care for children and young people.
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Engaging victims in youth justice FGCs: a 2-site analysis of what works
This study explores the Family Group Conference (FGC) process. It is focused on the experiences of victims of youth crime and key stakeholders involved.
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Permanent Caregiver Support Service Evaluation
The evaluation was conducted to provide insights on demand/resourcing, effectiveness, efficiency, and an understanding of caregivers’ experiences with the service.
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Youth justice custody: updated trends and outlook 2024
The report examines changes in the size and composition of the youth justice custody population (across residences, community homes, and other placement types) between July 2017 and June 2024. A forecast of custody numbers to June 2025 is also included.
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Fast-Track – Formative and process evaluation
This evaluation of Fast-Track was commissioned to deepen understanding about cross-agency ways of working and how agencies can align services to enhance responses for rangatahi and their whānau.
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Rainbow young people with Oranga Tamariki Involvement
Four reports presenting findings from the Identify Survey regarding the experiences of rainbow young people with Oranga Tamariki involvement.
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Gateway Assessment Review Findings
The report presents the full findings of the Gateway Assessment Review. The Review was a key cross-agency deliverable under the Oranga Tamariki Action Plan to improve the health and education outcomes for children and young people involved with Oranga Tam…
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Oranga Tamariki Action Plan: Supported Accommodation Review
Oranga Tamariki has undertaken a review of its Supported Accommodation service for young people transitioning to independence from care and youth justice settings (care-experienced).
Published: November 18, 2025