All-Russian Longitudinal Study of Childhood Development “Growing Together”

Growing Together is the first large-scale longitudinal project in Russia in the field of childhood research. The project's goal, grounded in a scientific approach and objective data, is to ensure the fullest possible realization of each child's potential, while taking into account the cultural diversity of our country.

The study is conducted under the supervision of researchers from the Faculty of Psychology at Lomonosov Moscow State University and the Federal Scientific Center for Psychological and Interdisciplinary Research, in partnership with leading universities in Russia.

International partners

The project is carried out in collaboration with colleagues from leading universities and UNESCO Chairs.

Project reach

Over 150,000 children and their parents from the westernmost to the easternmost regions of Russia have taken part in the project's research.

Professional development

More than 2,000 participants annually take part in professional development courses and open online lecture series for educators, psychologists, and educational administrators.

Individual feedback on child development

Over 5,000 parents receive personalized information about their child's development and targeted recommendations during individual online sessions with child development specialists.

Project team

100+ researchers and 200+ undergraduate and graduate students.

What are the project’s goals?
Advancing science
by identifying factors that influence child development, which is essential for unlocking each child's creative potential.
Professional development
of psychologists, equipping them with modern diagnostic tools.
Up‑to‑date data
on the current development of children across different regions of the country.
Supporting multiculturalism
through the translation of assessment tools into national languages.
Expert support
for parents, informing them about their child's development and individual needs.
Expanding assessment tools
by standardizing diagnostic instruments and establishing norms for different regions.
Investing in the future
by improving the quality of the educational environment.
What is being studied in the project?
Research areas

The project focuses on the key developmental pathways of children — those whose importance has been confirmed by current research.

What is being studied in the project?
Self-regulation skills
Self-regulation skills


Cognitive development
Cognitive development


Social-emotional development
Social-emotional development


Language development
Language development


Motivation
Motivation


Gross and fine motor skills
Gross and fine motor skills