CES completed the National Evaluation of the Area Based Childhood (ABC) Programme in 2018. The evaluation assessed outcomes, implementation and costs associated with interventions funded by the ABC Programme, which was delivered in twelve areas around the country.
The evaluation gathered data and learning over a two year period, and has the potential to be particularly useful for policy makers, service providers and practitioners.
A Brief Review of Approaches to Oral Language Development
Summary of a Brief Review of Approaches to Oral Language Development
Early Years: Driving Quality and Challenging Poverty - ABC Learning Community Report
A quick guide to the ABC Programme
National Evaluation of the Area Based Childhood Programme – Full Report
National Evaluation of the Area Based Childhood Programme – Executive Summary
National Evaluation of the Area Based Childhood Programme - Appendices
The National Evaluation of the Area Based Childhood Programme - Learning for Practice
Briefing paper 1: Delivering Interventions to Support Children's Social and Emotional Development
Briefing paper 2: Delivering Interventions to Support Children's Learning
Briefing paper 3: Delivering Interventions to Support Parents