User: What is Chinese Eduction System like?
Assistant: In China, kids receive 12 years’ basic education, before entering higher education. 12 years’ basic education consistent with 9 years of “compulsory education” and 3 years of high school. The “compulsory education” is paid by the government, at least nominally, and kids are mandated to finish. It is divided into primary school and middle school, usually 6 years and 3 years, respectively. High school is not mandated to students. Some high schools are general high schools, which focus on academics and prepare students for colleges, while others are vocational or technical high schools. Many graduates of general high schools enter higher education. Some of them enter undergraduate study, which is usually 4 years, while others enter professional higher education, which is usually 3 years.