the formal and informal learning experiences provided to young children, typically between the ages of birth and eight years old, to support their holistic development

早期儿童教育, 幼儿教育
the formal educational experiences designed for children before they enter primary school, typically between the ages of three and six

学前教育, 幼儿教育
the first stage of formal schooling, typically covering basic academic subjects and foundational skills for children between the ages of five and twelve

初等教育, 小学教育
the stage of schooling that follows primary education, typically involving more specialized subjects and serving students aged approximately 12 to 18

中等教育, 第二教育
the stage of schooling following primary education and preceding upper secondary education, typically covering the middle school years for students aged approximately 12 to 15

初中教育, 下中教育
the final stage of schooling, typically for ages 15 to 18, preparing students for higher education or employment

高中教育, 中等教育
educational programs that follow secondary education but are not classified as tertiary education, typically offering vocational or technical training

中等后非高等教育, 中等后职业教育
education after high school, such as college, vocational training, or professional certification

高等教育, 大专教育
education at a university or similar educational institution that grants one an academic degree at the end

高等教育, 大学教育
the academic programs pursued after the completion of a bachelor's degree

研究生教育, 研究生阶段
a period of advanced research and study undertaken by individuals who have completed their doctoral degree

博士后, 博士后研究
