Securing a spot in a top Special Assistance Plan (SAP) school like Tao Nan, Ai Tong, Chongfu, Nan Chiau, or Kong Hwa Primary is highly competitive. One pathway is through Phase 2B of the Primary 1 (P1) registration, which requires Singapore Hokkien Huay Kuan (SHHK) membership and volunteer work.
However, even with SHHK’s recommendation, balloting is common—especially for Singapore Citizens (SC) living within 1km of the school. Below is a step-by-step guide and balloting statistics (2022–2024) in an easy-to-read table format.
Step-by-Step Guide to Qualify for Phase 2B via SHHK
1️⃣ Become a SHHK Member
✅ Eligibility:
- At least 21 years old
- Singapore Citizen
- Hokkien ancestry
2️⃣ Complete 80 Volunteer Hours
📅 Respond to SHHK’s “Call for Volunteer” emails
⏳ Log at least 80 hours by June 30 of the P1 registration year
3️⃣ Apply for Phase 2B Recommendation
📌 SHHK notifies eligible members in mid-April
📝 Submit application for Phase 2B endorsement
4️⃣ Register Under Phase 2B
⚠️ No guaranteed admission—balloting applies if oversubscribed
📍 Priority order:
- SC <1km
- SC 1–2km
- SC >2km
- PR (all distances)
SHHK-Affiliated SAP Schools
| School | Higher Chinese (P1) | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tao Nan School | ✅ | Marine Parade |
| Ai Tong School | ✅ | Bishan |
| Chongfu School | ✅ | Yishun |
| Nan Chiau Primary | ✅ | Sengkang |
| Kong Hwa School | ✅ | Paya Lebar |
Past Balloting Statistics for Phase 2B (2022–2024)
Tao Nan School
| Year | SC <1km | SC 1–2km | SC >2km |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
| 2023 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
| 2022 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
Ai Tong School
| Year | SC <1km | SC 1–2km | SC >2km |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
| 2023 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
| 2022 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
Chongfu School
| Year | SC <1km | SC 1–2km | SC >2km |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
| 2023 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
| 2022 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
Nan Chiau Primary
| Year | SC <1km | SC 1–2km | SC >2km |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
| 2023 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
| 2022 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
Kong Hwa School
| Year | SC <1km | SC 1–2km | SC >2km |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
| 2023 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
| 2022 | Balloted | No Chance | No Chance |
Key Takeaways
🔹 SHHK membership + 80 volunteer hours = Phase 2B eligibility
🔹 Balloting is almost guaranteed for SC <1km in all SHHK schools.
🔹 SC 1–2km rarely secure spots—most years, only <1km applicants succeed.
🔹 PR applicants almost never get in via Phase 2B due to high SC demand.
What Should Parents Do?
1️⃣ Join SHHK early (when child is ~3–4 years old).
2️⃣ Complete volunteer hours before June 30 deadline.
3️⃣ Consider moving within 1km for the best chance.