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Turning evidence into better outcomes.
EOF’s programmes are living laboratories for learning. Across countries and sectors, we capture what works — and what doesn’t — in outcomes-based financing for education. Through research, data, and collaboration, we translate these lessons into practical tools and guidance for governments, donors, and implementers.
Our goal is not only to share insights, but to build capacity and confidence across education systems: helping partners design, commission, and scale outcomes-based programmes that deliver measurable, lasting impact.
Explore our latest evidence, case studies, and technical resources below — and see how learning from practice is shaping smarter education spending worldwide.
Aug 22, 20246 min read
Mar 4, 20213 min read
Adapting Measurement Tools for OBF Programmes for ECCE
Selecting the most appropriate measurement tools for an outcomes-based financing (OBF) programme in early childhood care and education (ECCE) is a crucial first step in ensuring that measurement is both valid and meaningful. However, the process does not end with tool selection. Equally important is the careful adaptation of these tools to the specific context in which they will be applied, taking into account stakeholder priorities, national ECCE policies, and implementation
3 days ago
Information Brief on Outcomes Funds for Education
Download the brief here: Outcomes funds are gaining momentum as an innovative model to finance and deliver a wide range of education services including early childhood care and education, primary education and vocational training. Unlike traditional financing models, these funds tie payments to the achievement of measurable outcomes - like improvements in literacy skills or job placement and retention - rather than activities or outputs. Often managed in partnership with g
May 14
EOF Strategy 2025–2030
Education is the great enabler and we are all lifelong students. Yet, 7 out of 10 children in low-and middle-income countries are unable to read with understanding by the age of 10. Forthese children, the great enabler becomes the great divider. The Education Outcomes Fund(EOF) makes a tangible contribution to changing this reality. Our ambition is a paradigmshift that transforms education systems and skills-for-employment programmes, shiftingthem from a focus on inputs to dr
May 1
Resources on Selecting Measurement Tools for OBF for ECCE
Measurement is a cornerstone of successful outcomes-based financing (OBF) programmes for early childhood care and education (ECCE). Reliable, culturally appropriate tools ensure that outcomes are accurately tracked, creating the foundation for fair payments, improved programme design, and scalable impact. That’s why we are pleased to share this set of resources, which draw on the Education Outcomes Fund's experience and provide a practical guide to measurement tool selection.
Feb 26
Revised Edition: Outcomes-Based Finance & Early Childhood Care and Education Concept Paper
We are excited to share the revised edition of our concept paper, Outcomes-Based Finance for Early Childhood Care and Education, now featuring a foreword from the LEGO Foundation . You can download the full paper here: In this concept paper, we explore: Past and current results-based finance programmes in early childhood care and education (ECCE), with updated data for this revised edition. The challenges facing governments in the provision of ECCE services. The po
Feb 5
Building OBF4ECCE Version 2.0 Together
New evidence review sheds light on insights from past programmes and shows next steps to leverage OBF for ECCE Governments and philanthropic organisations are increasingly recognising the critical role Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) plays in preparing children for school and laying the foundation for lifelong learning. With this growing acknowledgment comes a challenge—limited public resources for education must stretch across a growing population and an increasi
Nov 21, 2024
Harnessing the power of learning in Outcomes-Based Financing for Early Childhood Care and Education
One year ago today, we published a paper arguing that the time was right to explore Outcomes-Based Financing (OBF) for Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) programmes on a larger scale. Our goal was to spark a conversation about how OBF could lead to smarter investments in the critical early years of a child's development. We also extended an invitation to organisations and individuals to join us on a collaborative learning journey, exploring both the potential and chal
Sep 18, 2024
Many Paths up the Mountain of Strengthening Systems through Outcomes-Based Finance
22 August 2024 This is the second of two blogs sharing insights from a learning group on innovative finance in education, co-facilitated by the Education Finance Network and the Education Outcomes Fund . The group has brought together experts from 34 organizations in five discussion sessions over a period of nine months for an earnest exchange on opportunities and challenges around using innovative finance mechanisms in education. Outcomes-Based Financing (OBF) is a for
Aug 22, 2024
Piecing Together the Measurement Puzzle: Experiences from Outcomes-Based Finance Programmes in Education
This is the first of two blogs sharing insights from a learning group on innovative finance in education, co-facilitated by the Education Finance Network and the Education Outcomes Fund . The group has brought together experts from 34 organizations in five discussion sessions over a period of nine months for an earnest exchange on opportunities and challenges around using innovative finance mechanisms in education. Outcomes-Based Financing (OBF), a funding model linkin
Aug 22, 2024
What happens when we make learning the focus of our work? Reflections on the Sierra Leone Education Innovation Challenge
April 2024 The education sector is facing a dual crises of low learning outcomes and inefficient and inequitable funding. Learning outcomes were already low before the COVID-19 pandemic and they have further deteriorated as a result of school closures. It is estimated that seven out of every 10-year-olds in low- and middle-income countries could now be suffering from learning poverty – meaning that they are unable to read and understand a simple story.[1] In Sierra Leone, a
Mar 28, 2024
Putting Children at the Centre: Reimagining ECCE funding through outcomes-based finance
Updated: September 21, 2023 The importance of high-quality early childhood care and education (ECCE) for children’s school readiness and performance, and life-long well-being, is gaining ever-increasing recognition. In testament to this, the substantial benefits of ECCE for children were highlighted in the Political Declaration adopted at the SDG Summit two days ago. However, many countries still face significant challenges in providing high quality and equitable ECCE servic
Sep 21, 2023
Unlocking Learning Outcomes: The Sierra Leone Education Innovation Challenge
In a world of ever-evolving challenges, one constant challenge prevails – the global learning crisis. This crisis has grown even more urgent with an additional 93 million children falling into ‘learning poverty’ globally due to the COVID-19 pandemic ( UNICEF, 2020 ). In Sierra Leone, the government launched the Sierra Leone Education Innovation Challenge (SLEIC) in 2022 to address learning loss and fulfill its commitment to providing free quality education for all. A groun
Sep 7, 2023
Education for Climate Action: Why Education is Critical for Climate Progress
Download the report : AI Audio Tool At EOF we're exploring using AI to create audio versions of our publications. Try out this tool and let us know what you’re using – we’re always looking for ideas on increasing accessibility.
Aug 5, 2022
The Promise of Outcomes Funds
A policy paper on the imperative for evidence-based funding and policymaking in education, and the role of evidence in the EOF model.
Nov 26, 2021
Setting up for Success: Best Practices for Procurement and Contracting of RBF Programs
By ensuring a focus on outcomes to deliver tangible, real-life improvements for beneficiaries, RBF offers a world of exciting opportunities.
Jul 13, 2021
New GSG and EOF results-based financing guide: “Tying funding to results”
On 13 February 2021, the Global Steering Group for Impact Investment (GSG) published its new action guide in collaboration with EOF.
Mar 4, 2021
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