Modern Social Science Research

Against the backdrop of population structure transformation and fertility policy adjustments, developing a high-quality inclusive childcare service system has become an important national strategy. Jining City, as a national demonstration city for infant and toddler care services, has initially established a service pattern of "integrated childcare and early childhood education, diversified service providers, and urban and rural coverage." Based on field survey data, this paper systematically analyzes the current supply status and family demand for inclusive childcare services in Jining City. The study finds that Jining City has achieved significant results in policy system, institutional construction, and financial investment, but still faces challenges such as low utilization rate of childcare places, uneven service quality, high operational pressure on institutions, shortage of professional personnel, and low family awareness. To address these issues, this paper proposes optimization paths from four aspects: improving policies and regulations, encouraging diversified supply, building an integrated talent training system, and creating a fertility-friendly culture, aiming to provide a reference for building a high-quality and sustainable inclusive childcare service system.

Inclusive childcare; Service system; Supply and demand analysis; Jining City