Timing of outcome assessments
EGMA
The primary outcome (the endline composite mathematics and language score) was assessed through endline tests (EGRA and EGMA) carried out between 24Additional data collection was carried out as follows:Between January and February 2022, a midline test was carried out with the children to assess basic reading and mathematics levels using an ASER-like exam.Between February and April 2022, a midline survey was carried out with the caregivers to record enrolment, reported attendance and educational support during the period that schools were closed.In November and December 2022, a final survey was carried out to record changes in school enrolment and reported attendance, and caregivers’ support to child’s education.Throughout the trial, data on attendance in classes in the intervention arm were collected by Pratham.