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The effects of preterm birth and deprivation were reviewed. Multi-level logistic regression models were used to examine if gestational age and deprivation impacts interacted after adjustment for possible confounders. Primary outcome measure was parent-reported learning difficulties. Secondary outcome measures were parent-reported behavioural problems and a statement of special educational need. RESULTS: We investigated the developmental outcomes of 6,691 infants with a median age of 5 years at time of survey (IQR 5). Deprivation decile (OR 1.08 (1.03,1.12)) and preterm birth (OR 2.67 (2.02,3.53)) were both associated with increased risk of learning difficulties. There was little evidence for any interaction between preterm birth and deprivation (p\u200a=\u200a0.298) and the risk of learning difficulties. CONCLUSIONS: Deprivation and preterm birth have significant associations with learning difficulties. 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