Jongno-gu to Launch Pilot "Morning Care" Program for Dual-Income Families Starting in September

Operates Weekdays from 7 to 9 a.m.
Pilot Program at Hyehwa-dong Childcare Center

Jongno-gu, Seoul (Mayor Jung Moonhun) will launch a pilot “Morning Care” program from September to December this year to support families, such as dual-income households, who have difficulty caring for their children during morning hours.

Jung Moonhun, Mayor of Jongno-gu, visited Gyeonghuigung Solbit Daycare Center last month. Provided by Jongno-gu.

The program will operate on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the third Jongno-gu Woori Neighborhood Childcare Center (3 Hyehwa-ro). The initiative aims to address the care gap that arises when parents’ commute times overlap with children’s school start times.

Professional teachers will be assigned to help children prepare for school and provide basic guidance, such as checking homework. In addition, teachers will personally accompany students to school, ensuring a safe journey. The goal is not only to fill a time gap, but also to provide an environment where children can start their day with stability and parents can go to work with peace of mind. The service is free of charge.

This project, promoted in cooperation with the Seoul Metropolitan Government, has designated the Hyehwa-dong Woori Neighborhood Childcare Center as the pilot site, taking into account local childcare demand, school-age population, and commuting conditions. After the pilot period ends, the district will analyze participant satisfaction and the effectiveness of the program to determine whether to expand it.

Currently, there are five “Woori Neighborhood Childcare Centers” in Jongno-gu, located in Cheongunhyoja-dong, Buam-dong, Hyehwa-dong, Sungin 1-dong, and Muak-dong. Most centers operate from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., with the fourth center extending its hours until 8 p.m. to meet demand for childcare services.

Jung Moonhun, Mayor of Jongno-gu, stated, “This pilot morning care program is a meaningful initiative to address the morning care gap for dual-income families and help children start their day with peace of mind. We will continue to expand local childcare infrastructure and do our best to create a family-friendly environment.”

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