1. Kindergarten:
From 1871 “kindergarten” concept introduced
1876 First kindergarten born
1926 The Kindergarten Ordinance enacted
1947 Became the basic stage of school education
(ministry of education)
Day Care Centre:
1890 First daycare center established
From 1894 Daycare centers established within factories
1908 Subsides provided
1947 Became a child welfare facility
(ministry of Health and Welfare)
2. 1. Etiquette-children learn
etiquette which is an important part
of Japanese culture.
2. Independence-children learn
independence through
participating in activities & play.
3. Confidence-children develop
their confidence by free to
play, explore and try new things.