An In-depth Look at the Chinese Education System
Served different stages of Chinese teaching system from kindergarten to higher education. All designed to build on the other in a way that moves students forward into personal and professional success in an increasingly competitive, global environment.
Pre-Primary Education
China has two years of pre-primary education in the form of kindergarten (ages 3-6) and completion is compulsory. While not mandatory a child, this stage is strongly recommended as it sets the well-rounded base that paves on how you embark your children's educational journey. Kindergartens help each student develop the basic skills that will be required of him or her as he/she proceeds along a continuum toward more advanced skill acquisition, and ultimately independence.
Primary Education
Primary education is the first stage of compulsory and formal education in China, lasting for 6 years from age six to twelve. Students are young introduced in a variety of disciplines like Language, Mathematics, Science and social Study during this period. The study of physics and moral education also belong to the curriculum, aimed at educating individuals.
Secondary Education
Compulsory secondary education in China takes approximately 6 yrs - three years each of junior (middle school) and senior (high school). JUNIOR SECONDARY EDUCATION (COMPULSORY), following the comprehensive education(8-12) of primary school and culminating in Zhongkao, the national examination for placement in senior secondary schools.
At the senior secondary level, there are two main pathways: general academic and vocational. While the academic track will prepare students for Gaokao, China's intense college entrance examination, and likewise to other systems around Europe (e.g. High School Leaving exams), the vocational track is intended in order to provide practical skills on specific careers.
Higher Education
This rapid growth of higher education in China is mainly due to a strong impetus from the state that aims at training an effective labor supply. At the level of institutions we see a diversity that ranges from universities offering bachelor's, master's and doctorate degrees to specialized colleges for vocational-technical training. Many distinguished universities such as the C9 League schools, which is regarded as counterpart of The Ivy Leagues in China, are very hard to get into due to fierce competition.
Adult Education
Realizing that it is important to learn for life, the Chinese government has developed a whole system of adult education: night schools, online programs and training cycles. These course, designed for adults interested in lifelong learning or upgrading employability skills Specifically tailored to the needs of adult students
Language Learning and International effect
In more early primary school onwards, English language education also has been important part of Chinese educational system. This focus has emerged due to globalization and the status of English as a global lingua franca. By sending many Chinese students abroad to join exchange programs or going for their higher education, China has been more and more integrated with the world community.
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Conclusion
The vast and flexible educational system of the Chinese matches its cultural values while serving to prepare a competitive cadre. Each level from early childhood to tertiary is regimented providing the skills and knowledge necessary for success in a rapid, Intercloudected world.