An Evaluation of Universal Kindergarten Policies in Guiyang City, Southwest China

Abstract

This research evaluated the effectiveness and execution of universal kindergarten policies in Guiyang City, located in the southwestern region of China, utilizing a mixed-methods methodology. The research collected and analyzed data from government officials, kindergarten administrators, teachers, and parents. This study used a questionnaire and an interview. The paper identifies the significant progress made in Guiyang City's universal kindergarten program through enhancing public awareness, allocating resources, and receiving policy backing. However, challenges and limitations exist in the education system: insufficient funding, unfair allocation of resources, a dearth of qualified educators, and subpar academic benchmarks. The research paper makes suggestions for enhancing policy coordination and supervision, establishing a standardized system for teacher recruitment and training, improving the quality of instruction and learning, promoting social interaction and information exchange, and reinforcing the implementation and effectiveness of universal kindergarten policies.