Abstract
This study clarified the requirements for improving child night care in nursery. 6 principals and 12 professionals (chief class) working in night care nursery were interviewed by focus group methods to obtain information for improving night care. The results were as follows ; The requirements from principals were, 1) reconstructing social system suitable and supportive for child rearing, 2) promoting support for parents, 3) producing effective services for various care requirements, 4) establishing enough night care for pupils, 5) improving adequacy and appropriateness for professionals working in night care. Other requirements from professionals were, 1) importance to keep circadian rhythm for children using night care, 2) preparing suitable environment for night care, 3) promoting family style care by setting small mixed - age classes, 4) ensuring adequate working conditions for professionals in night care. Further research must be done to promote effective night care in nursery.
