财政部、教育部介绍“免保育教育费”政策如何落实落地

Core Viewpoint - From the autumn semester of 2025, China will waive the childcare education fees for children in public kindergartens during their final year, with similar reductions for eligible children in private kindergartens based on local public kindergarten standards [1][2]. Group 1: Implementation of Free Policy - The Ministry of Finance has allocated sufficient central financial support for the waiver of childcare education fees, which will be distributed soon [1]. - Local governments are required to develop detailed measures and specific implementation plans for the fee waiver, ensuring that the policy is effectively executed [1]. - By the end of August, local authorities are expected to complete preparations so that children in their final year can benefit from the policy at the start of the new school year [1]. Group 2: Monitoring and Quality Assurance - The Ministry of Education will monitor the implementation of the policy dynamically and evaluate its effectiveness, providing data support for policy execution and fund allocation [2]. - Efforts will be made to standardize kindergarten operations and improve educational quality through a coordinated mechanism, regulatory responsibilities, and enhanced supervision [2]. - Specific measures will include strict qualification requirements for kindergarten teachers, regulation of daily operations, and adherence to safety standards to ensure a conducive learning environment for children [2].