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31 Singapore Schools to Hold Ballot in Primary 1 Phase 2B Registration

Published July 25, 2026 at 8:02 AM UTC

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Thirty-one primary schools in Singapore will conduct a ballot for Phase 2B of the Primary 1 registration exercise this year, indicating that demand for places in these schools exceeds supply at this stage. Phase 2B is for children whose parents have volunteered at the school or are active community leaders. The ballot process gives every eligible applicant an equal chance of securing a spot, as schools use a computerized system to randomly select successful candidates. For parents, this means that even after fulfilling volunteer commitments, there is no guarantee of admission to their preferred school. The affected schools include popular institutions across the island, reflecting sustained high demand for certain primary schools. Parents who do not get a place in Phase 2B can proceed to Phase 2C, the next stage for children with no prior ties to the school. The Ministry of Education advises families to have backup options and to consider schools with available vacancies. The balloting results are expected to be announced shortly after the exercise closes, adding a period of uncertainty for many families.