On May 16, 2025, the Great Man Childcare Forum grandly commenced at the Great Man Comprehensive Childcare Service Center in Suzhou. Investors and principals of Great Man Kindergartens from across the country gathered in Suzhou to explore new directions for the high-quality development of the childcare industry through policy interpretations, experience sharing, case observations, and in-depth dialogues. This event marked the beginning of an "advanced journey" integrating theory and practice.



Policy Empowerment: Deciphering the New Blueprint for Childcare Development

In the first session of the forum, Bai Minghua, Director of the Maternal and Child Health Department of the Suzhou Health Commission, delivered a presentation titled "Suzhou Childcare Policy Interpretation & Implementation Practices." He provided an in-depth analysis of the practical pathways for aligning national "14th Five-Year Plan" childcare goals with local policies. From childcare subsidies and licensing standards to the establishment of model centers, as well as innovative models such as community-based childcare, integration of childcare and preschool education, and combination of healthcare and childcare, his insights offered attendees a clear "policy navigation" guide.


Initial Aspiration and Mission: Great Man’s Childcare Exploration in Suzhou

Zhong Cen, an investor of Great Man Suzhou, delivered a speech titled "The Original Intent and Planning Behind Great Man Suzhou’s Childcare Development," sharing the motivations, goals, and challenges encountered from the project’s initiation to its implementation. He emphasized that childcare is not only a public necessity but also an extension of educational responsibility, calling on the industry to respond to societal expectations with "professionalism and warmth."



Balancing Affordability and Profitability

Zhuo Lianquan, Deputy General Manager of Great Man Education Headquarters, presented on "Analyzing the Balance Between Affordable Childcare and Profitability in Privately-run Centers." By examining market trends and competitive landscapes, he outlined strategies for kindergartens to adapt locally in implementing affordable childcare projects. His analysis included scientific assessments of costs and benefits, offering actionable operational strategies for investors.


Interactive Exchange: Addressing Challenges, Seeking Breakthroughs

During the principal exchange session, multiple kindergarten leaders focused on policy coordination, resource integration, and operational challenges in childcare development. They shared expectations and suggestions for the implementation of affordable childcare policies. The dynamic exchange of perspectives on site provided diverse solutions to industry pain points.


On-Site Visit: Benchmark Value of the Comprehensive Childcare Service Center

Led by Tang Rongshuang, Assistant Principal of Great Man Suzhou, attendees visited the Comprehensive Childcare Service Center at Xiangxi Bay Great Man Kindergarten. They gained an in-depth understanding of its "community-embedded" childcare layout, functional positioning, and service system design, experiencing firsthand how "high-quality childcare right at the doorstep" achieves a dual win of affordability and quality.



From "Care" to "Education": Scientific Design of the Daily Childcare Routine

Zheng Yun, Head of Childcare at Great Man Education Headquarters, delivered a presentation titled "From 'Care' to 'Education'", emphasizing that childcare must follow the growth and development patterns of infants and toddlers. Through case studies of daily schedule design, she demonstrated how to seamlessly integrate daily care, play activities, and early stimulation to create a nurturing and development-oriented childcare ecosystem.


The "Symbiosis Code" of Childcare-Preschool Integration

Lu Yongfen and Wei Fengchun, principals of Great Man Suzhou, delivered a joint presentation titled "Integration and Symbiosis: Unifying Childcare and Preschool Education." They shared practical insights from their kindergarten's experience, covering areas such as enrollment strategies, operational management, and home-kindergarten collaboration. Addressing challenges like "teacher training" and "curriculum continuity," they proposed innovative solutions centered on "resource sharing" and "differentiated services" to overcome these hurdles.




Observation and Practice: An Innovative Model of "Childcare within a Kindergarten"

During the visit to the "Childcare within a Kindergarten" program at Hou Yong Kindergarten in Suzhou Industrial Park, Principal Su Zhiying led guests on a tour of the infant classroom, sensory integration room, and music specialty classroom. She explained the “age-appropriate care philosophy” behind the environment design and the educational framework embedded in the wall culture, demonstrating how the childcare space serves as a “safe harbor” for infants and toddlers to explore the world.


Conclusion: Uniting Strength for a Shared Future in Childcare

This forum has provided innovative perspectives for the high-quality development of the childcare industry through policy interpretation, practical experience, and on-site observation. Great Man Education will continue to build platforms for exchange, promote the innovation of the "integrated childcare and preschool" model, and support more centers in achieving a dual victory of social value and professional growth. Moving forward, we look forward to collaborating with industry peers to extend high-quality childcare services to more families!