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A Practical Guide for Foreign Founders: Enrolling Your Child in Junior High (Grade 7) in Guangxi for 2026

For foreign founders operating a company in Guangxi, enrolling a child in junior high school (Grade 7) for 2026 is now easier with the new "One Thing" reform. This guide explains online registration via the Zhiguotong app or Guangxi Digital Government Platform, required documents, and key timelines, based on official government information.

Understanding the 2026 Education Enrollment Reform

For foreign founders running a business in China, ensuring your child's education is a top priority. In 2026, Guangxi launched a reform called "One Thing" for compulsory education enrollment, specifically for new students entering Grade 1 (primary) and Grade 7 (junior high). This reform uses digital tools to streamline the registration process by verifying personal household registration and real estate data, aiming to achieve "one window, one form, one set of materials, and one online platform" for enrollment.

Who Can Use the Online System?

Parents of new students entering Grade 1 or Grade 7 in Guangxi can register online through the mobile "Zhiguotong" app or the web-based "Guangxi Digital Government Integrated Platform" under the "Efficiently Handle One Thing" section. The system is available for both public and private schools, but note that private school applications may follow specific local education authority guidelines. Private and public schools conduct enrollment simultaneously, with synchronized registration, admission, and student status registration.

Public vs. Private School Choice

When enrolling your child, you must choose either a public or a private school—you cannot apply to both. For private schools, you are generally limited to applying to one school. If the number of applicants exceeds the approved enrollment plan, admission will be determined by a computerized random selection process.

Step-by-Step Online Registration Process

To register online, follow these steps:

• Access the platform: Log in to the "Zhiguotong" app or the Guangxi Digital Government Integrated Platform. Navigate to the "Efficiently Handle One Thing" section and select either "Education Enrollment 'One Thing' (Grade 1)" or "(Grade 7)". Click "Apply Now" to view local enrollment policies.
• Gather required documents: Prepare the necessary materials. For local household students, you will need the student's and legal guardian's household register (hukou) and proof of stable residence within the school's service area. For children of migrant workers or business people, you will need the guardian's residence permit and proof of stable employment. Always check local policies for specific requirements.
• Complete the online form: The system requires the student's legal guardian to log in personally and complete the form. Due to data security laws, the system will perform facial recognition and real-name authentication. You must authorize the query of sensitive personal information such as household registration, residence permit, property, and social security records. You cannot delegate this to others. If you encounter difficulties, you can visit a local registration point for assistance.
• Upload materials: Scan or photograph your documents as required and upload them to the system.
• Submit and track: After submitting, you can track the application status via the app or platform. Statuses include "Pending Acceptance," "Processing," "Completed," and "Invalid." You will receive SMS notifications for key updates. If your application is "Pending Correction," you can edit and resubmit. If "Returned," you can resubmit through the "Efficiently Handle One Thing" section.

Important Notes on Registration

You can choose either online or offline registration, but not both. Offline registration is available at designated local education authority points. The order of registration does not affect admission outcomes. If you need to correct information after submission, you can withdraw the application if it is still "Pending Acceptance" and reapply. The system is designed to be user-friendly, with operation manuals and helplines available for assistance.

Key Timelines and Support

The service is available on working days (Monday to Friday) from 9:00-12:00 and 13:30-17:00, excluding public holidays. For inquiries, you can call 0775-2678832, visit the Yulin City Government Service Center at Window A14, or check online. The processing involves initial review by school auditors, verification of property, residence permit, and household registration by relevant departments, and final approval. The entire process is designed to be transparent and efficient, supporting foreign founders in settling their families while managing their businesses in China.

This summary is based on information published by the relevant Chinese government website and is general information, not legal or tax advice.