Early learning opportunities from birth to age 5 are critical for children's development and later educational success. Children from disadvantaged backgrounds often start school behind due to fewer language and cognitive experiences in early childhood. Providing educational support to parents and children as early as birth can help address developmental diversity and close achievement gaps. Research shows high-quality early learning programs improve school readiness and lead to higher educational attainment, employment outcomes, and reduced social costs through grade 12 and beyond. Expanding access to early childhood education from birth to age 5 strengthens families and positively impacts children's lifelong learning and career trajectories.