The First Thousand Days – An evidence paper
The earliest stage of human development — the period from conception to the end of a child’s second year — has become known as the first 1000 days. Due to the significance of this period for future health and developmental outcomes, there has been a growing focus on the first 1000 days by governments, the […]
Parent Engagement: A Review. Linking Policy and Programs
Evidence suggests that the activities performed by parents and schools combine in complex ways and are affected by the strength of the relationship partnership between family and school. Furthermore, the greater the consistency and continuity in support for learning that the child experiences between the parent and the school the greater the likelihood that student […]
Review of key risk and protective factors for child development and wellbeing
This report examines key risk and protective factors impacting child development and wellbeing at different life stages, from the antenatal period to age 25. It reviews factors that contribute to the escalation of risk for children and young people, aiming to identify the most effective intervention points throughout their development. Organized by life stage, from […]
