Primary school enrollment in Guangzhou drops by 54,200 over two years, a decline of about 19.9%

Official data show that primary school enrollment in Guangzhou fell from 272,500 in 2023 to 218,300 in 2025, a decrease of 54,200 over two years, or about 19.9%.

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2026-10-24 06:38 · 9月14日，财新报道称广州黄埔区多所小学因生源减少提前解聘编外合同制教师，少子化冲击正传导至教育岗位。

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Sayings · 2026-09-14 23:02 September 14, Caixin reported that many primary schools in Guangzhou's Huangpu District have prematurely terminated contracts with non‑permanent teachers due to a decline in student enrollment, and the impact of low fertility is spreading to education positions.

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