Planning to apply to Pei Chun Public School for the 2026 Primary 1 intake? As one of Singapore’s premier Chinese schools, admission is competitive, particularly in later phases. Our 2022-2024 balloting analysis provides key insights to maximize your chances.
Balloting Priority Codes
Understanding admission priorities is crucial:
| Code | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Admission Odds (2022-2024 Data)
Applicant-to-Vacancy Ratios
Competitiveness indicator (Applied ÷ Vacancy):
- Example 1: 20 applicants for 10 vacancies → 20 ÷ 10 = 2.0:1 (2 applicants per spot, balloting required).
- Example 2: 15 applicants for 20 vacancies → 15 ÷ 20 = 0.75:1 (no balloting needed).
| Phase | 2022 Ratio | 2023 Ratio | 2024 Ratio | Balloting History |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 0.56:1 | 0.47:1 | 0.44:1 | Never balloted |
| 2A(1) | 1.22:1 | 0.91:1 | 0.84:1 | SC>2km (2022) |
| 2B | 1.35:1 | 1.21:1 | 1.11:1 | SC<1 (all years) |
| 2C | 1.84:1 | 1.56:1 | 1.18:1 | SC<1 (all years) |
Your Winning Strategy
By Priority Group
✅ SC <1km:
- Phase 1: Guaranteed admission (ratios <0.6:1)
- ⚠️ 2A(1): Safe in 2023-2024 (ratios <1:1)
- ⚠️ 2B: Moderately competitive (prepare backup)
- ⚠️ 2C: Competitive but improving (1.18:1 in 2024)
🎲 SC 1-2km:
- Phase 1: Only safe phase
- ⚠️ 2A(1): Possible chance (improving ratios)
- ❌ 2B/2C: No historical vacancies
❌ SC >2km:
- Phase 1: Only chance
- ⚠️ 2A(1): Balloted in 2022 (now safer)
- ❌ 2B/2C: No vacancies
❌ PR Applicants:
- No vacancies since 2022
Key Observations
✔ All phases show improving trends with decreasing ratios
✔ Phase 2C competitiveness dropped significantly (1.84:1 to 1.18:1)
✔ Distance remains important but less critical than in previous years
✔ 2A(1) has become safer (below 1:1 since 2023)
Pro Tips
1️⃣ Phase 1 is Safest
- Only phase with ratios consistently below 0.6:1
- If eligible through alumni/sibling priority, apply here
2️⃣ 2A(1) Emerging as Viable Option
- No balloting since 2022
- Ratios improving annually
3️⃣ Monitor 2B/2C Improvements
- Both phases show declining competitiveness
- <1km applicants may have better chances
4️⃣ Consider Chinese Proficiency
- As a SAP school, language ability may factor in balloting
2025 Prediction
🔹 Phase 1: Will remain non-balloted
🔹 2A(1): Likely to stay below 1:1 ratio
🔹 2B: May continue improving trend
🔹 2C: Could become safer for <1km applicants