China Guide

Preschool Curriculum in China

Everything school owners, directors, and teachers in China need to know about preschool standards, licensing, funding, and choosing a curriculum that meets local requirements.

National framework
Guidelines for Learning and Development of Children Aged 3 to 6 (2012
Regulator
Ministry of Education and provincial education bureaus
Age range
3 to 6 years (kindergarten)
Typical ratios
1:8 for 3-4yo

China early learning standards

The official curriculum framework for preschools in China is the Guidelines for Learning and Development of Children Aged 3 to 6 (2012, MOE).

IPC complements China's five domains of early childhood learning and supports the bilingual direction in international kindergartens.

Public funding programs in China

Three-Year Action Plans for Preschool
National investment expanding affordable public and inclusive kindergartens.
Inclusive Kindergarten Subsidy
Government subsidy for accredited inclusive (Pu Hui) kindergartens to keep fees low.

How IPC fits preschools in China

IPC gives China preschools 20,000+ ready-to-teach activities, lesson plans, parent reports, and assessment tools that map to Guidelines for Learning and Development of Children Aged 3 to 6 (2012, MOE). Trusted by 20,000+ schools and 60,000+ teachers across 98 countries.

Opening a new setting?

Kindergarten startup guide for China

From licensing and ratios to choosing a preschool curriculum, our step-by-step guide covers everything you need to open a kindergarten in China and align it to Guidelines for Learning and Development of Children Aged 3 to 6 (2012, MOE).

How to start a kindergarten in China

Frequently asked questions

What preschool curriculum is required in China?
China preschools follow Guidelines for Learning and Development of Children Aged 3 to 6 (2012, MOE). IPC complements China's five domains of early childhood learning and supports the bilingual direction in international kindergartens.
Who licenses preschools in China?
Ministry of Education and provincial education bureaus oversees early childhood settings in China.
What public funding is available for preschool in China?
Three-Year Action Plans for Preschool: National investment expanding affordable public and inclusive kindergartens. Inclusive Kindergarten Subsidy: Government subsidy for accredited inclusive (Pu Hui) kindergartens to keep fees low.
Can IPC be used as a preschool curriculum in China?
Yes. IPC is trusted by 20,000+ schools across 98 countries. Activities, lesson plans, and assessments map to Guidelines for Learning and Development of Children Aged 3 to 6 (2012, MOE).

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