If you’re a parent living in the Marine Parade area, you’ll want to know which primary schools were the most competitive during last year’s P1 registration. Based on the official 2024 Phase 2C data, we’ve analyzed the admission trends at three popular schools in the neighborhood.
2024 Phase 2C Balloting Results
| School | Vacancies | Applicants | Balloting | Vacancy Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tao Nan | 66 | 86 | SC<1km | 0.77 |
| Tanjong Katong | 73 | 104 | SC1-2km | 0.70 |
| Ngee Ann | 128 | 105 | None | 1.22 |
Key Findings
Competitive Schools
- Tao Nan School (0.77 ratio)
- Marine Parade’s most competitive option
- Balloting for SC<1km applicants
- 23% of applicants within 1km missed out
- Tanjong Katong Primary (0.70)
- Balloting occurred for SC1-2km
- 30% of applicants in this distance band were unsuccessful
Non-Balloting Option
- Ngee Ann Primary (1.22)
- Comfortable vacancy buffer
- All applicants secured spots
Strategic Insights
For Priority Groups:
- SC<1km to Tao Nan: Prepare for possible balloting
- SC1-2km to Tanjong Katong: Moderate chance of success
- PR or SC>2km: Ngee Ann offers guaranteed admission
Admission Safety:
- Safest choice: Ngee Ann (1.22 ratio)
- Balanced option: Tanjong Katong (0.70 ratio)
2025 Predictions
- Tao Nan will likely remain Marine Parade’s top choice
- Tanjong Katong may see stable demand
- Ngee Ann should continue as non-balloting option
Recommendations
- For SAP curriculum: Risk Tao Nan balloting if SC<1km
- For good odds: Tanjong Katong offers better chances
- For guaranteed spots: Ngee Ann is safest bet
This analysis shows Tao Nan’s continued popularity while highlighting good alternatives with higher admission probabilities in Marine Parade.
Category: 2025