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我国幼儿园数量连续三年减少,多地试水“老幼共托”模式
Di Yi Cai Jing· 2025-06-12 11:58
Core Viewpoint - The decline in birth rates is significantly impacting the number of kindergartens in China, leading to a reduction in both the quantity of kindergartens and the enrollment of children in early education [1][2][3] Group 1: Kindergarten Statistics - As of 2024, there are 253,300 kindergartens in China, with 221,000 being inclusive kindergartens, accounting for 87.26% of the total [1] - The number of children enrolled in preschool education is 35.84 million, with 32.83 million in inclusive kindergartens, representing 91.61% of total enrollment [1] - The number of kindergartens has decreased for three consecutive years, with a reduction of 21,100 from 2023 to 2024, and a total decline of 148,080 from 2022 to 2023 [1][2] Group 2: Future Projections - The decline in kindergarten numbers is expected to affect primary, middle, and high school enrollments, with predictions indicating a decrease in demand for primary and middle schools by 51,400 and 3,800 respectively by 2035 compared to 2020 [2] - Although birth rates have been declining, the rate of decline is slowing, with an expected increase of 520,000 births in 2024 compared to 2023, which may stabilize the number of kindergartens in the future [2] Group 3: Innovative Models - Many kindergartens are exploring new models such as integrating childcare and elderly care, with some transforming into community nursing homes due to declining enrollment [3][4] - The trend of combining childcare and elderly care is gaining traction in various cities, with a significant increase in the elderly population projected to exceed 310 million by the end of 2024 [4] Group 4: Policy Adjustments - Local governments are optimizing educational resource allocation, with initiatives to build new public kindergartens in urban areas while halting new establishments in rural regions [5] - Experts suggest a need for proactive planning and top-level design to address the changes in birth rates and ensure sustainable development of educational institutions [5]
静安升级宝宝屋迭代至4.0版
Jie Fang Ri Bao· 2025-06-01 01:51
Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the upgrade and expansion of childcare services in Jing'an District, Shanghai, focusing on the introduction of the "Baby House" initiative and the comprehensive "Nurturing Project" action plan for 2025-2027 aimed at enhancing early childhood care and education services [1][2] Group 1: Baby House Initiative - The first "Baby House" was established in Jing'an, with plans for a 4.0 version that emphasizes professionalism and warmth, achieving 100% coverage of integrated childcare services in the district by September this year, providing over 3,000 childcare spots [1] - Jing'an District has taken the lead in Shanghai by establishing the first three "Baby Houses" and achieving full coverage at the street and town levels, receiving widespread recognition from the community [1] Group 2: Action Plan and Services - The action plan includes six major initiatives: upgrading community "Baby Houses," optimizing kindergarten childcare classes, integrating education and healthcare, providing scientific parenting guidance, enhancing professional support for childcare teams, and creating a friendly growth environment [1][2] - The plan aims to integrate scientific parenting into daily care, allowing infants to receive early education through play and interaction, and to establish a "15-minute childcare service circle" [2] - All public and private kindergartens in the district will offer childcare classes, with some providing specialized classes for younger infants, and flexible childcare options such as half-day and full-day services will be introduced [2]