Parent Resources
Practical guides, tools, and official links to help you navigate Singapore's education system with confidence.
Primary School
P1 Registration Guide
GuideAll six phases explained — eligibility, documents, balloting rules, and timelines for 2026.
Read more →P1 Registration Phases
GuidePhase 1 through Phase 3 in detail — who qualifies, what to submit, and what to expect.
Read more →Phase 2B Parent Volunteer
GuideHow to complete 40 volunteer hours and secure Phase 2B priority at your chosen school.
Read more →P1 Balloting Explained
GuideWhat happens when a phase is oversubscribed — distance bands, citizen priority, and the ballot.
Read more →P1 Documents Checklist
ChecklistCore documents and phase-specific requirements for every registration phase.
Read more →P1 Registration Tips
TipsSix practical tips from experienced parents — distance strategy, volunteer timing, and backup schools.
Read more →Secondary School & Beyond
Secondary School Posting (S1) Guide
GuideHow PSLE scores translate to secondary school offers — the S1 exercise, posting options, and appeals.
Read more →Full Subject-Based Banding (FSBB)
GuideWhat FSBB means, how it replaces streaming, and how your child's subjects are assigned.
Read more →Direct School Admission (DSA)
GuideApply to secondary schools based on talent before PSLE results — timeline, talent areas, and tips.
Read more →JC Cut-Off Points
DataHistorical L1R5 cut-off points for all Junior Colleges under the Joint Admissions Exercise.
Read more →Understanding Singapore's Education System
Singapore Education System Overview
OverviewThe full pathway — preschool to university — explained in plain language for parents.
Read more →Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS)
GuideEligibility, benefits, and how to apply for MOE financial assistance for school fees.
Read more →MOE Official Links
LinksCurated links to official moe.gov.sg pages — the authoritative source for all education matters.
Read more →School Calendar 2026
CalendarTerm dates, school holidays, and public holidays for the 2026 school year.
Read more →Tools
P1 Survival Calculator
ToolEstimate your chances of getting into your target primary school based on phase and distance.
Read more →School Finder
ToolSearch and filter Singapore primary and secondary schools by area, type, or programme.
Read more →Schools Near MRT
ToolFind primary schools within walking distance of any MRT station.
Read more →Balloting History
DataMulti-year P1 registration data — see which schools and phases went to ballot and by how much.
Read more →All guides are based on information from moe.gov.sg. Policies change — always verify key details directly with MOE before acting.