Early Care & Education

Building strong foundations
for lifelong learning. 

Supporting children during their earliest years lays a foundation for lifelong success. Early social and cognitive development are critical for school readiness and for thriving far beyond the classroom.

At Marzano Research, our early childhood experts and researchers partner with you to improve outcomes across your entire early childhood landscape, from strengthening systems and programs to supporting the educators and young learners at the center of your work.

We help programs, organizations, and states…

  • Evaluate initiatives

  • Conduct research and data analysis

  • Design tailored professional learning

  • Develop standards

  • Align work across agencies

  • Create evidence-based resources 

“I’ve seen what’s possible when systems and programs truly support children and families, and it all starts with using evidence to make decisions and inform practice.”

Carrie GermerothCarrie Germeroth, Early Care & Education Lead
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Early Learning Success Starts Here

Insights, tools, and training to help you turn research into real-world impact for young children and those who care for them.

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Evaluate What Works

Measure early childhood programs, interventions, and family services to assess effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement. Deliver actionable insights that drive better outcomes.

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Translate Research Into Practice

Uncover effective instructional practices linked to positive child outcomes. Turn complex research findings into practical, usable strategies for classrooms and programs.

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Build Expertise

Offer educators targeted professional learning that strengthens skills across all early learning domains. Blend the latest research with real-world applications for lasting impact.

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Shape Clear Standards

Review, refine, and develop comprehensive early learning guidelines and program standards. Create clear, achievable pathways for child development and program success.

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Design Engaging Resources

Create research-based materials for teachers, families, and caregivers. Support children’s growth and development across all domains and learning environments.

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Our Services

We offer a wide selection of services backed up by practice area expertise, honed by decades of practical experience.

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