Core Insights - The "14th Five-Year Plan" has yielded significant achievements in China's education sector, emphasizing equitable access and high-quality development [1][3][5] Group 1: Early Childhood Education - Approximately 12 million children are exempt from childcare fees this autumn, reducing family burdens by 20 billion yuan, supported by a gross enrollment rate of 92% in preschool education [3] - The plan aims to enhance the inclusivity of early childhood education, contributing to a more equitable educational landscape [1] Group 2: Compulsory Education - A historic leap in balanced development of compulsory education has been achieved, with 2,895 districts reaching basic balance by 2021 and an additional 246 districts expected to achieve quality balance by the end of 2024 [3] - Measures such as group-based schooling, teacher exchanges, and targeted assistance have been implemented to narrow inter-school disparities [3] Group 3: Higher Education - The gross enrollment rate in higher education has increased from 51.6% in 2019 to 60.8% currently, marking a significant step towards universal access [5] - A total of 123.5 million students from rural and impoverished areas have been admitted through special enrollment plans for key universities [5] - During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, higher education has produced 55 million graduates, with "Double First-Class" universities responsible for over 90% of the training of urgently needed high-level talents [5] Group 4: Vocational Education - The vocational education sector has established 63 new vocational universities and formed 150 industry-education integration entities, supplying over 70% of new high-skilled talents for modern industries over five years [7] - The commitment to providing equitable and quality education for every child remains a priority, with ongoing efforts to strengthen the foundation for building a strong education nation [7]
“十四五”成绩单丨向社会输送人才5500万 高质量教育托举强国梦想
Yang Shi Wang·2025-10-15 16:32