But there is no evidence to show Sure Start is having a positive or negative effect on getting fathers involved with their children or on measuring mothers' wellbeing.
The evaluation, released by the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) yesterday (Tuesday), is part of an ongoing programme looking into the effects of Sure Start.
Previous studies have led to criticism that Sure Start is not reaching the most disadvantaged families.
But the latest research showed positive benefits for three-year-olds and their families living in areas served by a Sure Start, and no evidence of negative effects in disadvantaged groups, as highlighted in previous studies.
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