Beijing: Starting from the autumn semester of 2025, China will waive the care and education fees for children in public kindergartens in the year prior to entering primary school, according to a guideline made public by the State Council on Tuesday.

According to Namibia Press Agency, the new policy aims to reduce the financial burden on families and ensure that more children have access to early education. The initiative is part of a broader effort to improve educational equality and enhance the quality of early childhood education across the country. The guideline outlines a phased approach to the implementation of free preschool education, beginning with public kindergartens.

The move is expected to benefit millions of families, providing them with significant financial relief and encouraging higher enrollment in early education programs. It also reflects China's commitment to fostering a strong foundation for lifelong learning among its youngest citizens.

The State Council has emphasized the importance of ensuring that public kindergartens are well-equipped and staffed to handle the anticipated increase in enrollment. The government is expected to invest in infrastructure and training to support the successful implementation of this policy.