Kindergartens scrutinized

Schools, teachers to face probes in response to Beijing abuse case

A task force has been dispatched by the State Council, China's Cabinet, to check on teacher ethics and work styles in kindergartens across the country in an effort to prevent child abuse, the Ministry of Education said on Wednesday.

The State Council has required immediate punishment and rectification of any problems discovered during the inspections to prevent children from being hurt at kindergartens and ensure their safety and health, the ministry said in a notice released on its website.