Navigating primary school admissions in Jurong West? This guide analyzes 2022-2024 admission trends across Phases 2A, 2B, and 2C to help you strategize for the 2026 intake.
📘 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) indicates competitiveness:
- 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)
🏆 Jurong West Primary School Rankings (2026 Intake) : Applicant-to-Vacancy Ratio (A:V)
📊 Phase 2A Analysis (Alumni/Staff Priority)
Trends for siblings, alumni, and MOE staff:
| School | 2024 A:V Ratio | 2023 A:V Ratio | 2022 A:V Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rulang | 1.05:1 | 1.16:1 | 1.19:1 | SAP school; SC>2 balloted yearly. |
| Shuqun | 2.35:1 | 0.79:1 | 0.58:1 | First SC<1 balloting in 2024. |
| Frontier | 1.31:1 | 1.09:1 | 1.14:1 | Criteria vary yearly (PR<1 in 2023). |
| Westwood | 0.98:1 | 0.91:1 | 1.39:1 | Only balloted in 2022 (SC<2#). |
| Lakeside | 0.27:1 | 0.43:1 | 0.58:1 | No balloting since 2022. |
| Boon Lay Garden | 0.07:1 | 0.20:1 | 0.37:1 | Safest choice; never balloted. |
| Xingnan | 0.43:1 | 0.18:1 | 0.57:1 | Low demand; no balloting. |
Key Takeaways:
- Rulang, Shuqun, and Frontier had Phase 2A balloting in 2024.
- Shuqun’s A:V spiked to 2.35:1 (2024) from 0.94:1 (2022).
📊 Phase 2B Analysis (Parent Volunteers/Grassroots)
*Requires 40+ volunteer hours.*
| School | 2024 A:V Ratio | 2023 A:V Ratio | 2022 A:V Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rulang | 1.85:1 | 1.30:1 | 1.70:1 | Only school with yearly balloting. |
| Shuqun | 0.95:1 | 0.60:1 | 0.37:1 | No balloting past 3 years. |
| Frontier | 0.85:1 | 0.65:1 | 0.70:1 | Low demand; no balloting. |
| Westwood | 0.62:1 | 0.43:1 | 0.55:1 | No balloting. |
| Lakeside | 0.05:1 | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 | Zero applications in 2022–2023. |
| Boon Lay Garden | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 | Zero demand in 2B. |
| Xingnan | 0.03:1 | 0.00:1 | 0.02:1 | Minimal applications. |
Key Insights:
- Rulang is high-risk in Phase 2B (A:V up to 1.85:1).
- Shuqun had its first balloting in 2024 (0.95:1).
📊 Phase 2C Analysis (All Singaporean / PR)
| School | 2024 A:V (2C) | 2023 A:V (2C) | 2022 A:V (2C) | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rulang | 2.80:1 | 2.73:1 | 2.38:1 | Most competitive (SAP school) |
| Shuqun | 2.00:1 | 1.62:1 | 1.34:1 | Rising demand |
| Frontier | 2.07:1 | 1.31:1 | 1.85:1 | Volatile competition |
| Westwood | 1.69:1 | 1.39:1 | 1.63:1 | Consistent balloting |
| Lakeside | 0.80:1 | 0.94:1 | 1.10:1 | Mid-tier option |
| Boon Lay Garden | 0.27:1 | 0.22:1 | 0.17:1 | Safest choice |
| Xingnan | 0.53:1 | 0.30:1 | 0.34:1 | Low competition |
Key Insights:
- Rulang is the most competitive (A:V >2.7:1 in Phase 2C).
- Shuqun and Frontier show rising demand (A:V doubled since 2022).
- Boon Lay Garden and Xingnan are safe bets (A:V <0.6:1).
📊 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 History
(Alumni/affiliated priority; least competitive phase)
| School | 2024 Balloting (A:V) | 2023 Balloting (A:V) | 2022 Balloting (A:V) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rulang | SC>2 | SC>2 | SC>2 | SAP school; SC>2 balloted yearly. |
| Shuqun | SC<1 | – | – | First SC<1 balloting in 2024. |
| Frontier | SC<1 | PR<1 | SC1-2 | Varied criteria yearly. |
| Westwood | – | – | SC<2# | Only balloted in 2022 (SC<2#). |
| Lakeside | – | – | PR<1 | No balloting since 2022. |
| Boon Lay Garden | – | – | – | Safest; never balloted. |
| Xingnan | – | – | – | Low demand; no balloting. |
Key Trends:
- Rulang is the only school with annual balloting (SC>2).
- Shuqun became competitive in 2024 (SC<1 triggered).
- Frontier has changing criteria (PR<1, SC1-2, SC<1).
Phase 2B Balloting History
(Community volunteers; moderate competition)
| School | 2024 Balloting (A:V) | 2023 Balloting (A:V) | 2022 Balloting (A:V) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rulang | SC<1 | SC<1 | SC<1 | Balloted yearly for SC<1. |
| Shuqun | – | – | – | No balloting past 3 years. |
| Frontier | – | – | – | Low demand; no balloting. |
| Westwood | – | – | – | No balloting. |
| Lakeside | – | – | – | Zero applications in 2022–2023. |
| Boon Lay Garden | – | – | – | Zero demand in 2B. |
| Xingnan | – | – | – | Minimal applications. |
Key Trends:
- Only Rulang ballots yearly (SC<1).
- Lakeside/Boon Lay/Xingnan had zero or minimal demand.
Phase 2C Balloting History
(Public phase; most competitive)
| School | 2024 Balloting (A:V) | 2023 Balloting (A:V) | 2022 Balloting (A:V) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rulang | SC<1 | SC<1 | SC<1 | Most competitive (SAP school). |
| Shuqun | SC<1 | SC<1 | SC<1 | Rising demand (A:V up 49% since 2022). |
| Frontier | SC<1 | SC1-2 | SC<1 | Volatile criteria. |
| Westwood | SC<1 | SC<1 | SC<1 | Consistent SC<1 balloting. |
| Lakeside | – | – | PR<1 | Only balloted in 2022 (PR<1). |
| Boon Lay Garden | – | – | – | Safest choice; never balloted. |
| Xingnan | – | – | – | Low competition. |
Key Trends:
- Rulang, Shuqun, Frontier, Westwood ballot yearly for SC<1.
- Lakeside only balloted in 2022 (PR<1).
- Boon Lay/Xingnan are safest (A:V ≤ 0.53:1).
🎯 2026 Admission Strategy
1️⃣ Aggressive (Top Schools)
- Target: Rulang, Shuqun.
- Action:
- Phase 2A: Use alumni connections (Rulang: SC>2 risk).
- Phase 2B: Volunteer early (Rulang: A:V 1.85:1).
- Phase 2C: Apply but expect SC<1 balloting.
2️⃣ Balanced (Mid-Tier Schools)
- Target: Frontier, Lakeside.
- Action:
- Phase 2C: Monitor Frontier’s volatile demand.
3️⃣ Conservative (Safe Bets)
- Target: Boon Lay Garden, Xingnan.
- Action:
- Any phase: Guaranteed admission (A:V <0.6:1).
🔮 2026 Predictions
- 🚨 High Risk: Rulang (all phases), Shuqun (Phase 2A/2C).
- ⚠️ Rising Risk: Frontier (Phase 2C).
- ✅ Safest Bets: Boon Lay Garden, Xingnan.
Pro Tip: If you live <1km from Rulang or Shuqun, prepare for balloting.
📌 Final Verdict: Best School for Your Needs
| Parent Profile | Recommended Schools |
|---|---|
| Elite SAP School | Rulang (start volunteering early) |
| Low-Risk Admission | Boon Lay Garden, Xingnan |
| Balanced Choice | Lakeside, Frontier |
Note: Always verify with latest MOE updates before registration!