Parents and their children take part in activities together such as music classes, reading books and building things with toy bricks at the many daycare centers that are popping up all over China. [Photo by Geng Feifei/China Daily]

China has seen a rise in the number of daycare and early education options available to young parents-many of whom work long hours and struggle to find time to satisfy their children's needs in learning, exploring and socializing.

As such, facilities have sprung up to meet this booming demand. Earlier this year, the State Council and the National Health Commission each issued guidance to encourage and standardize those early education service providers, ensuring that all children to get off to a good start.