2024 Index

Thrive by Five Index 2024: National Findings

This report presents the national findings from the Thrive by Five Index 2024 and is organised into four sections, each of which can be read independently or as part of the full narrative:

  • Section One introduces the objectives, scope, and design of the Thrive by Five Index 2024.
  • Section Two provides an overview of the children, households, and Early Learning Programmes (ELPs) included in the main study and addresses the core research questions related to children enrolled in ELPs.
  • Section Three presents findings from the sub-study of non-enrolled children.
  • Section Four concludes with a set of recommendations aimed at improving developmental outcomes for young children across South Africa.

Access the full National Report HERE.

Unlocking Data for Change
To encourage broad engagement and ensure the data drives real change, the full 2024 Index dataset will be made open access by the end of 2025. This means policymakers, researchers, practitioners, and communities will be able to access, explore, and apply the findings to shape better outcomes for young children across South Africa.
We encourage you to engage with the Index, use the data to ask bold questions, generate fresh insights, and spark solutions that help every child thrive.

For more information, contact us at info@thrivebyfive.co.za.

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