This document summarizes the self-evaluation of the Child & Family Services Overview & Scrutiny Board. The board was established in April 2009 to provide critical scrutiny of children's social services. Since then, the board has held 11 meetings, established 3 task forces, and engaged in various scrutiny activities. Members feel they have made progress in scrutinizing performance, focusing their workplan, and building a constructive relationship with decision-makers. To further improve, the board aims to better engage with children, follow up on agreed actions, and increase public awareness of their work.