More than a dozen outcome studies have been conducted on the effects of the Parents as Teachers model. Studies published in peer-reviewed journals show statistically significant and sustained effects. Outcome data have been collected on more than 16,000 children and parents.

Evaluations of Parents as Teachers have been supported by the state of Missouri and other states, independent school districts, private foundations, universities and research organizations. With each new evaluation, we continue to learn about the children and families served by Parents as Teachers and the long-term impacts on communities. 

• See who our programs are serving: latest numbers from our Annual Program Report

Parents as Teachers has four independent randomized controlled trials (RCT) and seven peer-reviewed published outcomes studies. These summaries link to research that demonstrates that our model is achieving its goals and making a difference in the lives of children and families.

See our logic model for a visual description of our theory of change and how we achieve desired outcomes.

Goals:

• Goal #1: Increase parent knowledge of early childhood development and improve parenting practices
• Goal #2: Provide early detection of developmental delays and health issues
• Goal #3: Prevent child abuse and neglect
• Goal #4: Increase children's school readiness and school success

See what others are saying about Parents as Teachers

• Named as an approved home visiting model meeting the evidence-based criteria of the Maternal, Infant, Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) program
• Our listing in CBCAP’s evidence-based program directory 
• Our review on SAMHSA’s National Registry of Evidence-based Program and Practices
• Our inclusion as one of ACF Children's Bureau funded evidence-based home visiting models used to prevent maltreatment