Photo Essay: The Struggle of Home-Based Day Care in China

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Wendy comforts a child in her arms during naptime at her in-home childcare center. Photo: Zhang Ruixue/Caixin

Zuo Ling, a resident of Beijing’s Chaoyang district, operates a home-based childcare center. With the support of her family, she utilizes the 100 square meter second floor of her home to provide care for nine children aged three and under.

She also created an outdoor area for the children where they can play with toys, swing and learn how to garden. Zuo also brought in an English teacher who utilizes interactive games and activities to teach the children vocabulary.

Children play in Zuo Ling’s yard. She created an outdoor area for the children where they can play with toys, swing and even learn how to garden. Photo: Zhang Ruixue/Caixin　