The purpose of this study is to investigate the locations of jyuku (supplementary tutorial schools-more commonly referred to as ‘preparatory schools’ or ‘cram schools’) and to consider their surroundings from a geographic perspective.
First, I examined national tendencies. Second, I investigated these tendencies in detail in Ukyo Ward of Kyoto City.
The following results were obtained:
1) Many of the major jyuku were founded between1955 and 1986, and since that time have continued to develop and increase their number of outlets. The industry grew in accordance with the growth in population of school-aged children, as well as a new orientation towards higher education in society.
2) The typical location of jyuku in Ukyo has change as follows: previously, the majority were independent establishments, generally located in owner-occupied buildings in residential districts. Many of these expanded, however, and opened branch schools in multiple locations, using rented space in commercial districts.
3) To meet a large variety of demands, jyuku now offer a wider array of services. For example, whereas previously these served mainly children of upper grades, now they have classes for all ages and levels of children. Furthermore, they have reinforced some systems of individual tutoring.
4) Students choose jyuku on the basis of the distance from their homes, as well as for their educational policies.
Private educational agencies, including jyuku, have and will continue to play an important role in education. Research about education from a geographical standpoint will make better progress if the jyuku share more information with the public.
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