To ensure the best possible outcomes for children and families, the Child and Family Support System (CFSS) collects data throughout our time supporting families, which is analysed to better understand the needs of the children and families we work with. Through this data we are able to monitor progress and effectiveness of the programs within the system, as well as build the capacity of our system’s workforce.
We are building research and evidence to inform a stronger system – one that is proactive, preventative and improves outcomes for children and families experiencing complex problems and disadvantage.
The more we understand about the children and families in South Australia needing support and what services we provide to them; we can have a better understanding of:
- how we can provide the best support for families, and keep children and young people safe and well, in their families, communities and culture
- what works for whom, and why, and what impact the CFSS is having on outcomes for children and families
- how the CFSS interacts with other service systems and how together we can create a stronger, more integrated family support system.
More information about our research
For more information about our research, read the Child and Family Support System Research Approach (2025-27) (PDF 3.6 MB).
We regularly share evidence and learnings from the system’s services and practices. Watch the recordings and access resources from the latest Evidence Forum.