Can a doctor's visit boost kindergarten readiness? new study tests coaching for low-income families

NCT ID NCT07677618

First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests two programs designed to help low-income parents prepare their 3- to 4-year-old children for kindergarten. One program gives parents a simple checklist; the other pairs families with a community health worker for personalized coaching. Researchers will measure children's school readiness skills and whether they enroll in preschool.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Kinder Coaching (behavioral intervention with community health workers)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that brief coaching by community health workers in a doctor's office helps prepare low-income children for kindergarten.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage study focused on measurement, not a proven program. Results may not apply to all families or settings.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hillsboro Pediatric Clinic

    Hillsboro, Oregon, 97123, United States

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