Planning for Primary 1 registration? Here’s how Admiralty Primary School’s (APS) balloting trends and national ranking can impact your child’s admission chances.
APS Balloting Statistics (2022-2024)
(Numbers = Vacancies (Applicants))
| Year | Phase 2A | Phase 2B | Phase 2C | Phase 2C (Supplementary) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 37 (44) | 49 (22) [SC<1] | 104 (45) [SC<1] | 0 (0) |
| 2023 | 32 (75) | 37 (34) [PR<1] | 109 (70) [SC<1] | – (0) |
| 2024 | 34 (68) | 25 (31) | 134 (69) [SC<1] | 0 (0) |
How to Read the Numbers
- Basic Format:
- First number = Vacancies available (e.g., 37 in 2022 Phase 2A)
- Number in brackets = Applicants (e.g., 44 in same phase)
- Balloting occurs when applicants exceed vacancies
- Special Notations:
- [SC < 1] = Only Singapore Citizens admitted (no PRs)
- [PR < 1] = No Permanent Residents admitted
- 0 (0) or – (0) = No vacancies remaining
APS’s Phase 2C Demand Ranking (2024)
Based on P1Registration.sg’s 2025 Ranking:
- Overall Rank: #72 out of 100+ schools
- Phase 2C Competitiveness: Medium Demand
- 1.9 applicants per vacancy (2024)
- Comparison:
- Elite Schools: 3–6 applicants/vacancy (e.g., Raffles Girls’ Primary)
- Similar Tier:
- #70–75: APS, Qihua Primary, Xinghua Primary (~1.8–2.0 ratio)
- Less Competitive: Schools below #80 (<1.5 ratio)
Key Takeaways from Ranking
- Not “Ultra-Competitive” but Still Requires Balloting
- More accessible than top schools (#1–30) but riskier than neighborhood options (#80+).
- Stable Yearly Demand
- Consistently ranks #70–75 (no sudden spikes).
- SC Priority Critical
- PRs have <5% success rate in Phase 2C based on [SC<1] notations.
Strategic Admission Tips
For Maximum Chance of Success
- Priority Phases (If Eligible)
- Phase 2A (Alumni/Siblings): Prepare for balloting (2:1 ratio).
- Phase 2B (Volunteers): Best odds (1:1 or better in 2024).
- Phase 2C (General Registration)
- Have 2–3 backup schools (e.g., lower-ranked nearby options).
- Apply early on registration day (time-stamped tiebreaker).
- For PR Families
- Consider schools ranked #80+ for better Phase 2C odds.
How APS Compares to Nearby Schools
(North Zone, 2024 Rankings)
- Sembawang Primary (#65): Slightly more competitive (2.1 ratio)
- APS (#72): Balanced option
- Wellington Primary (#85): Easier to secure (1.3 ratio)
Tip: Use APS as a “target” school if aiming for mid-tier, or as a fallback if targeting top 50.
Category: Ballot History