Planning for the 2026 Primary 1 Registration Exercise in Yishun?
This complete guide helps parents make well-informed decisions by analyzing MOE balloting trends from 2022 to 2024.
📘 MOE Primary 1 Registration Phases Explained
Before we dive into the rankings, here’s a quick refresher on the MOE P1 Registration Phases:
- Phase 1: For children with a sibling in the school. (Guaranteed spot – no balloting needed)
- Phase 2A: For children whose parents are alumni or school staff. (Often needs balloting at popular schools)
- Phase 2B: For parent volunteers or those with grassroots/religious affiliations. (Sometimes needs balloting)
- Phase 2C: Open to all Singapore Citizens and PRs who don’t qualify for earlier phases. (Almost always needs balloting at popular schools)
📌 Understanding the Numbers
“Applicant-to-Vacancy Ratio (A:V)” tells us how competitive a school is:
- If 100 kids apply for 50 spots, the ratio is:
👉 100 ÷ 50 = 2.0 → That’s an A:V ratio of 2.0:1 (very competitive) - If 60 kids apply for 80 spots, the ratio is:
👉 60 ÷ 80 = 0.75 → A:V ratio of 0.75:1 (less competitive)
🏆 Yishun Primary School Rankings (2026 Intake)
Phase 2A A:V Ratios (Alumni/Affiliated Priority)
| School | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmad Ibrahim | 0.05:1 | 0.09:1 | 0.07:1 | Never balloted |
| Chongfu | 0.98:1 | 0.62:1 | 0.86:1 | Rising demand |
| Huamin | 1.27:1 | 1.14:1 | 0.65:1 | SC1-2 in 2023 |
| Jiemin | 0.24:1 | 0.21:1 | 0.48:1 | |
| Naval Base | 1.40:1 | 1.52:1 | 0.58:1 | SC<1 yearly |
| North View | 1.08:1 | 0.78:1 | 0.15:1 | |
| Northland | 0.76:1 | 0.95:1 | 1.03:1 | SC>2 in 2022 |
| Peiying | 0.28:1 | 0.32:1 | 0.27:1 | |
| Xishan | 0.28:1 | 0.33:1 | 0.16:1 | |
| Yishun | 0.55:1 | 0.23:1 | 0.27:1 |
Phase 2B A:V Ratios (Community Volunteers)
| School | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmad Ibrahim | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 | |
| Chongfu | 2.52:1 | 1.51:1 | 2.04:1 | SC<1 yearly |
| Huamin | 0.10:1 | 0.05:1 | 0.06:1 | |
| Jiemin | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 | 0.04:1 | |
| Naval Base | 0.05:1 | 0.10:1 | 0.03:1 | |
| North View | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 | |
| Northland | 0.79:1 | 1.05:1 | 1.10:1 | SC<1# in 2023 |
| Peiying | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 | |
| Xishan | 0.00:1 | 0.05:1 | 0.03:1 | |
| Yishun | 0.03:1 | 0.02:1 | 0.00:1 |
Phase 2C A:V Ratios (Public Phase)
| School | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmad Ibrahim | 0.17:1 | 0.17:1 | 0.24:1 | |
| Chongfu | 3.56:1 | 1.56:1 | 3.20:1 | SC<1 yearly |
| Huamin | 1.62:1 | 1.56:1 | 1.19:1 | SC<1 yearly |
| Jiemin | 0.48:1 | 0.43:1 | 0.75:1 | |
| Naval Base | 1.15:1 | 1.53:1 | 1.10:1 | PR<1 in 2022 |
| North View | 1.79:1 | 1.19:1 | 0.83:1 | SC<1 yearly |
| Northland | 2.74:1 | 4.55:1 | 4.74:1 | SC<1 yearly |
| Peiying | 0.48:1 | 0.40:1 | 0.42:1 | |
| Xishan | 0.70:1 | 0.37:1 | 0.54:1 | |
| Yishun | 0.31:1 | 0.38:1 | 0.42:1 |
Key Insights
- Most Competitive Schools:
- Chongfu: Extremely high 2C ratios (peaked at 4.55:1 in 2023)
- Northland: Consistently high demand (2C: 2.74-4.74:1)
- Huamin/Naval Base: High competition in multiple phases
- Safest Choices:
- Ahmad Ibrahim: All phases ≤0.24:1
- Jiemin/Peiying/Yishun: Consistently low ratios
- Volatility Alert:
- North View: Rising 2C competition (0.83:1 → 1.79:1)
- Huamin: 2A ratio doubled from 2022 to 2024 (0.65:1 → 1.27:1)
- Balloting Patterns:
- SC<1 is most common trigger (8 instances)
- Chongfu has highest 2B competition (2.52:1 in 2024)
Recommendations:
- Priority Access (2A): Target Ahmad Ibrahim/Jiemin (ratios ≤0.24:1)
- Community Phase (2B): Avoid Chongfu (extremely competitive)
- Public Phase (2C): Prepare for balloting at Chongfu/Northland
- Emerging Choice: North View (rising 2C demand)
🏆 Balloting Details by School
Here’s the complete breakdown of balloting groups (SC/PR by distance) for each phase and year, presented clearly for parents:
Balloting Group Key
- SC<1 – Singapore Citizens living <1km
- SC1-2 – Singapore Citizens living 1-2km
- SC>2 – Singapore Citizens living >2km
- PR<1 – Permanent Residents living <1km
- PR1-2 – Permanent Residents living 1-2km
- PR>2 – Permanent Residents living >2km
Phase 2A Balloting Details
(Alumni/affiliated priority)
| School | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | Consistency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmad Ibrahim | – | – | – | Never |
| Chongfu | – | – | – | Never |
| Huamin | SC<1 | SC1-2 | – | Occasional |
| Jiemin | – | – | – | Never |
| Naval Base | SC<1 | SC<1 | SC<1 | Annual |
| North View | SC1-2 | – | – | New (2024) |
| Northland | – | – | SC>2 | Once (2022) |
| Peiying | – | – | – | Never |
| Xishan | – | – | – | Never |
| Yishun | – | – | – | Never |
Key Observations:
- Only Naval Base requires annual balloting (SC<1 every year)
- Huamin changed criteria from SC1-2 (2023) to SC<1 (2024)
- Northland had one-time SC>2 balloting in 2022
Phase 2B Balloting Details
(Community volunteers)
| School | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | Consistency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmad Ibrahim | – | – | – | Never |
| Chongfu | SC<1 | SC<1 | SC<1 | Annual |
| Huamin | – | – | – | Never |
| Jiemin | – | – | – | Never |
| Naval Base | – | – | – | Never |
| North View | – | – | – | Never |
| Northland | – | SC<1# | – | Once (2023) |
| Peiying | – | – | – | Never |
| Xishan | – | – | – | Never |
| Yishun | – | – | – | Never |
Key Observations:
- Chongfu is the only school with yearly balloting (SC<1)
- Northland had one-time SC<1# balloting in 2023
Phase 2C Balloting Details
(Public phase)
| School | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | Consistency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmad Ibrahim | – | – | – | Never |
| Chongfu | SC<1 | SC<1 | SC<1 | Annual |
| Huamin | SC<1 | SC<1 | SC<1 | Annual |
| Jiemin | – | – | SC<2# | Once (2022) |
| Naval Base | SC1-2 | SC<1 | PR<1 | Annual* |
| Northland | SC<1 | SC<1 | SC<1 | Annual |
| North View | – | – | SC<1 | Once (2022) |
| Peiying | – | – | – | Never |
| Xishan | – | – | – | Never |
| Yishun | – | – | – | Never |
Key Observations:
- 4 schools ballot annually in 2C:
- Chongfu, Huamin, Naval Base, Northland (all SC<1 except Naval Base 2024: SC1-2)
- Naval Base has changing criteria (PR<1 in 2022 → SC<1 in 2023 → SC1-2 in 2024)
- North View only balloted once (2022)
🧭 2025–2026 P1 Registration: Strategy Guide for Parents in Yishun
🗓️ Phase-by-Phase Tips:
- Phase 1 (Siblings):
- 📌 Best bet: Ahmad Ibrahim or Yishun Primary
- Phase 2A (Alumni/Staff):
- ⭐ Target: Chongfu (if eligible)
- ⚠️ Avoid: Northland (historically oversubscribed)
- Phase 2B (Volunteers/Community):
- ✅ Volunteer early for Chongfu if aiming high
- 🔒 Most other schools didn’t require balloting
- Phase 2C (Open Registration):
- 🚫 Avoid: Chongfu, Northland
- 🛡️ Safe Picks: Ahmad Ibrahim, Yishun Primary
🔮 Yishun 2026 Admission Forecast
| Category | Schools |
|---|---|
| High Balloting Risk | Chongfu, Northland |
| Rising Popularity | North View, Xishan |
| Low Competition (Safe) | Ahmad Ibrahim, Yishun |
🧠 Recommended School Selection Strategies
- Aggressive Strategy:
- Apply for elite schools (Chongfu) in Phase 2A or 2B
- Balanced Strategy:
- Choose schools like Peiying or Jiemin with manageable demand
- Conservative Strategy:
- Prioritize Ahmad Ibrahim or Yishun Primary for low-stress admissions
📌 Final Tip for Parents in Yishun
Keep an eye on MOE’s 2025 updates—if North View’s trend continues, it could become a high-demand school by 2026!
Does the actual proximity distance matters when applying for the phases? Or as long as it’s within 1km, all applicants get the amount of chances for balloting?
As long as it within 1km, whether you are 0.5km or 0.9km, it does not matter.