Due to rapid economic development in China, urbanisation has widened the gap between the rich and the poor. The large numbers of rural communities migrating to cities in search of jobs has led to many social problems. Not being permanent residents, children from such families (known as “floating children”) struggle to keep their place in schools. Many children are also left behind in rural areas with no parental care or support. Orphans and children with special needs also face great difficulties; they are not only abandoned by their parents, but also lack opportunities for rehabilitation and education.