The document summarizes the history and development of kindergarten and daycare centers in Japan. It notes that the first kindergarten was established in 1876, and kindergarten became part of the basic school education system in 1947 under the Ministry of Education. The first daycare center opened in 1890, and they were set up in factories starting in 1894, receiving subsidies beginning in 1908 and becoming classified as child welfare facilities in 1947 under the Ministry of Health and Welfare. Attendance rates for preschool education increased over time, reaching 100% for 4-5 year olds by 1981. Public and private kindergartens and daycares receive different levels of financial support. A basic plan from 2008 aimed to increase

2. 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)

3. Attendance to Pre−school Education
1960s, 3-6yrs, 26.9%
1976, 2-6yrs, 23.5%
1981, 4-5yrs, 100%
Public Kindergarten & Daycare Center
Financial resources
Private Kindergarten & Daycare Center
Funding resources
Trend of Free Education
“Basic Plan for the Promotion of Education” (July
2008)
2013 +5% of attendance

4. 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.