Oversubscription in Primary 1 registration: 33 schools face excess demand in the Phase 2B round
### Oversubscribed Primary Schools in 2025 Primary 1 Registration Exercise in Singapore
The 2025 Primary 1 registration exercise in Singapore has seen an increase in oversubscribed primary schools compared to the previous year, according to data released by the Ministry of Education (MOE) on July 24, 2025.
During Phase 2A of the registration exercise, 41 schools were oversubscribed, an increase from the previous year[1]. Some of the most oversubscribed schools include Gongshang Primary School in Tampines, South View Primary School in Chua Chu Kang, and Princess Elizabeth Primary School in Bukit Batok[1].
In the upcoming Phase 2C registration, scheduled from July 29 to 31, 2025, the ballot results will confirm the final list of students who will be admitted to the oversubscribed primary schools for the 2025 academic year.
A total of 29 primary schools will conduct a ballot in Phase 2B, with Tao Nan School being the most oversubscribed[5]. The ballot is a random selection process used to determine admission for students when the number of applicants exceeds the number of available spaces in an oversubscribed school.
It is important to note that the ballot results will not affect the ongoing 2025 Primary 1 registration exercise, as it is only applicable to the oversubscribed schools.
Parents and students who have applied to the oversubscribed primary schools during Phase 2B of the 2025 Primary 1 registration exercise will find the ballot results next Monday. The results for the 29 oversubscribed primary schools will be announced simultaneously.
The ballot results will provide clarity for the students and parents who have applied to the oversubscribed primary schools, but it will not change the total number of spaces reserved for Phase 2B in each oversubscribed school (20 spaces per school).
For the most accurate and updated information on the specific ballot dates and results for each school, it is recommended to check the official MOE website or contact the schools directly.
The increase in oversubscribed primary schools in Singapore during Phase 2B of the 2025 Primary 1 registration exercise was noted in the latest data from the Ministry of Education. This year, 33 primary schools are oversubscribed during Phase 2B, an increase from 30 schools last year.
It is essential to plan ahead and research primary schools thoroughly to ensure a smooth transition for your child during the registration process. The MOE encourages parents to visit the schools' websites, attend open houses, and speak with school leaders to learn more about each school's unique offerings and culture.
[1] MOE, Primary 1 Registration Exercise 2025: Phase 2A Results, July 24, 2025,
- The rise in oversubscribed primary schools in Singapore, as highlighted in the 2025 Primary 1 registration exercise, is a topic of general news interest and is also significant in the realm of education and self-development, as it may impact parental choices and decisions regarding their child's primary education.
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