Choosing the right primary school for your child is one of the most important decisions parents make. With the 2026 Primary 1 registration exercise approaching, we’ve analyzed the latest admission data (2022-2024) for Ang Mo Kio primary schools to help you understand your chances of securing a spot at these popular institutions.
Based on 2022–2024 admission data, we rank the most competitive schools in Ang Mo Kio and break down their historical ballot trends.
Ranking & Key Trends
- CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls’ (Most competitive, Phase 2A/2B balloting every year)
- Anderson Primary (High demand, especially in Phase 2C)
- Mayflower Primary (Good Phase 2C(S) odds but competitive in 2A)
- Jing Shan Primary (Balloting in Phase 2A & 2C)
- Ang Mo Kio Primary (Stable Phase 2C acceptance)
Phase-by-Phase Admission Data (2022–2024 Averages)
1. CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls’ School
| Phase | Vacancies | Applicants | Ballot Required? | Priority Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2A | 82 | 104 | Yes | SC>2 |
| 2B | 20 | 42 | Yes | SC<1 |
| 2C | 40 | 69 | Yes | SC<1 |
| 3 | 0 | – | N/A | – |
Admission Tip: Balloting is almost guaranteed in all phases.
2. Anderson Primary School
| Phase | Vacancies | Applicants | Ballot Required? | Priority Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2A | 63 | 68 | Sometimes | – |
| 2B | 28 | 19 | No | – |
| 2C | 66 | 81 | Yes (2022–23) | SC1-2 / PR<1 |
| 3 | 0 | – | N/A | – |
Admission Tip: Phase 2C saw balloting in 2 out of 3 years.
3. Mayflower Primary School
| Phase | Vacancies | Applicants | Ballot Required? | Priority Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2A | 69 | 26 | No | – |
| 2B | 37 | 0 | No | – |
| 2C | 110 | 30 | No | SC1-2 |
| 2C(S) | 81 | 54 | Sometimes | SC1-2 |
Admission Tip: Phase 2C(S) had balloting in 2022 but not 2023–24.
4. Jing Shan Primary School
| Phase | Vacancies | Applicants | Ballot Required? | Priority Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2A | 35 | 41 | Yes (2024) | SC<1 |
| 2B | 21 | 1 | No | – |
| 2C | 64 | 67 | Yes (2024) | SC1-2 / PR<1 |
| 3 | 0 | – | N/A | – |
Admission Tip: Phase 2A & 2C had recent ballots due to high demand.
5. Ang Mo Kio Primary School
| Phase | Vacancies | Applicants | Ballot Required? | Priority Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2A | 67 | 32 | No | – |
| 2B | 35 | 0 | No | – |
| 2C | 104 | 37 | No | – |
| 2C(S) | 66 | 15 | No | – |
Admission Tip: One of the safest choices for Phase 2C.
Key Observations for 2026 Intake
✅ CHIJ St. Nicholas remains the hardest to enter (ballots in all phases).
✅ Anderson & Jing Shan are getting more competitive in Phase 2C.
✅ Mayflower & Ang Mo Kio are good options for Phase 2C(S) with decent odds.
✅ Phase 2B is less competitive (many schools had no balloting).
Recommendation: If targeting CHIJ or Anderson, consider Phase 2A (alumni). For others, Phase 2C is viable with monitoring.