If you’re aiming to get your child into St Hilda’s Primary School, one of the most sought-after primary schools in Singapore, it’s never too early to start planning. Here’s a practical, data-driven guide—especially relevant for parents of children born in 2021 who will be registering for Primary One in 2027.
📌 Why St Hilda’s Is Popular
- Well-regarded discipline and academics
- Located in Tampines, serving a large residential area
- Strong demand every year, especially in Phases 2B and 2C
🔹 Admission Phases Overview
| Phase | Who It’s For |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Sibling currently studying in the school |
| Phase 2A | Alumni of the school, staff children, or children from affiliated schools |
| Phase 2B | Parent Volunteers (PV), church members, community leaders |
| Phase 2C | All Singapore Citizen (SC) and PR children without any prior affiliation |
👨👩👧 Parent Volunteer Scheme (PV) – 2027 Intake
St Hilda’s Primary School is now accepting PV applications for 2027.
📅 Key Dates:
- Application Deadline: 12 May 2025
- Service Period: 24 months from 30 June 2025
- Application Form: https://go.gov.sg/shps-pv
📌 Important Notes:
- PV acceptance is not guaranteed. Shortlisted parents may be called for interviews.
- PV status gives your child eligibility for Phase 2B, but not a confirmed spot—you may still face balloting if applications exceed vacancies.
🔍 How Competitive Is It? (Past 3 Years of Data)
🧩 Phase 2B Competition
| Year | Vacancies | Applicants | Balloting | Distance Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 20 | 40 | Yes | SC < 1km |
| 2023 | 20 | 36 | Yes | SC < 1km |
| 2024 | 20 | 33 | Yes | SC < 1km |
➡ Even Parent Volunteers living <1km had to ballot.
🧩 Phase 2C Competition
| Year | Vacancies | Applicants | Balloting | Distance Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 41 | 144 | Yes | SC < 1km |
| 2023 | 40 | 136 | Yes | SC < 1km |
| 2024 | 41 | 129 | Yes | SC < 1km |
➡ In all 3 years, Phase 2C had more than 3x applicants per available spot, and balloting was required even for families staying within 1km.
🧭 What Should Parents Do?
If your child is born in 2021, and you’re targeting St Hilda’s in 2027, here’s a step-by-step action plan:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| ✅ | Apply to be a Parent Volunteer before 12 May 2025 |
| ✅ | Ensure you can commit to 24 months of service starting 30 June 2025 |
| ✅ | Consider moving to within 1km of the school to increase ballot priority |
| ⚠️ | Understand that even with PV status and close proximity, balloting is likely |
| 📝 | Keep track of MOE updates and key registration windows (June–July 2027) |
🧠 Final Thoughts
St Hilda’s is a consistently oversubscribed school, and gaining admission—especially via Phase 2B or 2C—requires both strategic planning and some luck during balloting. The Parent Volunteer route offers a potential edge, but proximity still plays a huge role.