This podcast episode delves into the changing landscape of preschool education in China and South Africa, exploring various challenges and opportunities in these regions. It highlights the declining number of kindergartens in China, the increasing competitiveness for schooling places in South Africa, and the efforts to improve accessibility and diversity in preschool education through government interventions and market forces. Additionally, the episode addresses the concerns of stakeholders, such as kindergarten teachers and parents, and considers the impact of class sizes and the changing focus of parents on preschool education.