Primary Schools in Toa Payoh 2026
7 primary schools in Toa Payoh · 1 SAP · 3 with balloting history
Toa Payoh is a mature HDB town in Central Singapore and is home to several of Singapore's most prestigious primary schools, including CHIJ (Toa Payoh) Primary and Pei Chun Public School. Its central location, strong community heritage, and concentration of popular schools make it one of the most competitive areas for P1 registration in Singapore. Families frequently target addresses within the 1km priority zones of Toa Payoh's top schools.
All Primary Schools in Toa Payoh
| School | Type | GEP | SAP | Total Vacancies | Phase 2C applied / taken | Balloting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Primary School Near Potong Pasir MRT Station | Government | — | — | 240 | 61 / 61 | No |
| Chij Primary (Toa Payoh) Near Toa Payoh | Government-aided Girls | — | — | 210 | 83 / 41 | Yes |
| First Toa Payoh Primary School Near Braddell & Toa Payoh Stations | Government | — | — | 150 | 17 / 17 | No |
| Kheng Cheng School Near Braddell | Government-aided | — | — | 240 | 128 / 128 | No |
| Marymount Convent School Near Braddell MRT Station or Caldecott MRT Station | Government-aided Girls | — | — | 240 | 34 / 34 | No |
| Pei Chun Public School Near Toa Payoh MRT Station and Braddell MRT Station | Government-aided | — | SAP | 300 | 67 / 57 | Yes |
| St Andrew'S School (Junior) Near Potong Pasir, Toa Payoh | Government-aided Boys | — | — | 240 | 130 / 92 | Yes |
Vacancies and Phase 2C data from most recent P1 registration year. Balloting occurs when Phase 2C applicants exceed available vacancies.
Frequently Asked Questions — Primary Schools in Toa Payoh
Which primary schools are in Toa Payoh?
Toa Payoh is home to some of Singapore's most sought-after primary schools, including CHIJ (Toa Payoh) Primary and Pei Chun Public School. This page lists all schools in the cluster with their P1 registration and balloting data.
How competitive is CHIJ Toa Payoh Primary?
CHIJ (Toa Payoh) Primary is a Catholic girls' school and one of the most consistently oversubscribed primary schools in Singapore. It has a long history of Phase 2C balloting. Check its school profile for detailed historical data.
Is Toa Payoh good for P1 registration?
Toa Payoh has excellent schools but is highly competitive. Some parents specifically relocate to the 1km zones around CHIJ Toa Payoh and Pei Chun. If you live in the area, check your distance to target schools carefully.
Are there GEP or SAP schools in Toa Payoh?
Check individual school profiles on this page for GEP and SAP status. Some Toa Payoh schools have distinctive programme offerings that attract applicants from outside the estate.
Are there SAP schools in Toa Payoh?
Yes. The following SAP (Special Assistance Plan) schools are in Toa Payoh: Pei Chun Public School. SAP schools offer both English and Higher Chinese as first languages.