Planning to apply to Yu Neng Primary School for the 2026 Primary 1 intake? As a popular government school in Bedok, admission is competitive in later phases. Our 2022-2024 balloting analysis reveals key trends to strategize your application.
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):
- <1.0:1 = Safe (no balloting)
- >1.0:1 = Competitive (balloting likely)
| Phase | 2022 Ratio | 2023 Ratio | 2024 Ratio | Balloting History |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 0.65:1 | 0.58:1 | 0.63:1 | Never balloted |
| 2A(1) | 1.02:1 | 0.86:1 | 1.00:1 | SC# (2022, 2024) |
| 2B | 0.50:1 | 0.55:1 | 0.65:1 | Never balloted |
| 2C | 1.60:1 | 1.46:1 | 1.35:1 | SC<1km (all years) |
Your Winning Strategy
By Priority Group
✅ SC <1km:
- Phase 1: Guaranteed admission (ratios <0.65:1)
- 2A(1): Moderately competitive (balloted twice in 3 years)
- 2B: Safe (ratios <0.65:1)
- 2C: Competitive but improving (1.35:1 in 2024)
⚠️ SC 1-2km:
- Phase 1: Only safe phase
- 2A(1)/2B: Low chance (prioritize <1km applicants)
- 2C: No historical vacancies
❌ SC >2km / PR Applicants:
- Phase 1: Only viable option
- All other phases: No vacancies since 2022
Key Observations
✔ Phase 1 remains safest (ratios consistently <0.65:1)
✔ 2C competitiveness declining (1.60:1 → 1.35:1)
✔ Distance critical – Only SC <1km succeed in 2C
✔ No Phase 3 vacancies for foreigners (2022-2024)
Pro Tips
1️⃣ Phase 1 is 100% Safe
- If eligible (sibling/alumni), apply here.
2️⃣ 2A(1) Requires Caution
- Prepare backup options (balloted 2/3 years).
3️⃣ 2C: Prioritize <1km Address
- Consider temporary relocation if feasible.
4️⃣ Monitor Real-Time Updates
- Check MOE’s vacancy announcements on registration day.
2025 Prediction
🔹 Phase 1: Will remain non-balloted
🔹 2A(1): May ballot again (hovering at 1.0:1 ratio)
🔹 2C: Could improve further (target <1.3:1 ratio)
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Data Source: MOE P1 Registration Statistics (2022–2024).