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Maha Bodhi School is a top Buddhist-affiliated school with very strong academic results.

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Phase-by-Phase Strategy

Phase 1

Sibling

Guaranteed

Sibling enrolled at Maha Bodhi = guaranteed Phase 1 admission.

Phase 2A

Alumni

High

Maha Bodhi has a dedicated alumni community with strong Buddhist values. Former students can register under Phase 2A.

Phase 2B

Buddhist Federation

Medium

As a Buddhist-affiliated school, Maha Bodhi's unique Phase 2B advantage is the Singapore Buddhist Federation endorsement. Active members of Buddhist organizations affiliated with the Federation may receive Phase 2B priority. This is a unique path not available at most other top schools. PV slots are extremely limited.

PV / Grassroots Info

Availability: Via Buddhist Federation
When: Active membership required
Hours: Community involvement
Tip: Buddhist Federation endorsement provides Phase 2B priority.
Phase 2C

Open

Very Low

Maha Bodhi experiences heavy balloting in Phase 2C every year. <1km is essential for a realistic chance. The Ubi/Eunos HDB estates provide accessible housing options.

Phase 2B — Step-by-Step Guide

Phase 2B at Maha Bodhi School is via Parent Volunteer (PV) or Grassroots Leader. As a non-affiliated school, these are the only two Phase 2B paths. Competition is high as PV slots are limited.

Parent Volunteer (PV)High competition

  1. Contact Maha Bodhi School parent support group 2 years before P1 registration
  2. Submit PV application in January. Slots fill within days
  3. Complete minimum 40 volunteer hours over 2 years
  4. Receive Phase 2B eligibility letter from school in June of registration year

Timeline: Start: K1 year (Jan). PV application: Jan-Feb. Complete 40hrs by: Apr of P1 registration year

Grassroots LeaderMedium competition

  1. Join your local Residents' Committee (RC) or Neighbourhood Committee (NC) 2+ years before P1 year
  2. Serve actively as an executive member. Attend monthly meetings
  3. Obtain endorsement letter from People's Association (PA) for Phase 2B

Timeline: Start: By K1 year. Endorsement cutoff: ~Jun of year before registration

Key Dates

  • PV applications open: January (2 years before P1 year)
  • PV hours deadline: April of P1 registration year
  • Grassroots endorsement cutoff: June of preceding year

Housing

Why <1km Matters

Maha Bodhi is in the Ubi/Eunos area. This is one of the more affordable top school catchments. HDB flats in Ubi and Eunos provide cost-effective entry. The area is well-served by Eunos MRT (East-West Line).

Nearby Areas

1

Ubi / Eunos

HDB + CondosHDB within 1km — most affordable

Rental Strategy

Ubi/Eunos HDB: $2,970–$4,725/month. Condos: $3,780–$5,670/month.

Purchase Guide

Eunos HDB: $494K–$884K. Condos: $1235K–$1.8M.

Action Checklist

  • Verify distance on OneMap before committing
  • Update NRIC address at least 1 month before Phase 2C
  • Check rental/purchase timeline against P1 registration dates

Properties Within 1km

Condos (5)

UBI Techpark
· · units · 0.5km
2BR Rent: 3K-4.5K3BR Rent: 4K-6K
2BR Buy: 1M-1.5M3BR Buy: 1.3M-2M
E-park @ Ubi 2
· Freehold · units · 0.6km
2BR Rent: 3K-4.5K3BR Rent: 4K-6K
2BR Buy: 1M-1.5M3BR Buy: 1.3M-2M
2015 · 99-year · 748 units · 0.7km
2BR Rent: 3.2K–4.6K3BR Rent: 4.5K–6.3K
2BR Buy: 1190K–1.6M3BR Buy: 1.5M–2.05M
Residence 88
2015 · · units · 0.8km
2BR Rent: 3K-4.5K3BR Rent: 4K-6K
2BR Buy: 1M-1.5M3BR Buy: 1.3M-2M
Heleconia
· · units · 0.9km
2BR Rent: 3K-4.5K3BR Rent: 4K-6K
2BR Buy: 1M-1.5M3BR Buy: 1.3M-2M

HDB (22)

Block (Ubi Road 3)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.24km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Ubi Avenue 1)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.27km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Blk 301–320 Ubi Ave 1
1985 · 99-year · 3/4-room · 0.30km
3-Rm Rent: 2.5K–3.9K4-Rm Rent: 3.1K–4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 448K–630K4-Rm Buy: 560K–770K
Block (Eunos Crescent)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.47km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Bedok Reservoir Road)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.56km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Jalan Punai)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.59km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Jalan Singa)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.73km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Jalan Rimau)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.76km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Jalan Tenaga)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.79km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Long Hua Yuan
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.80km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Singa Hills
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.80km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Jalan Ishak)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.86km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Lorong Marican)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.88km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Jalan Daud)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.92km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Sunstone Residences
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.92km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Jalan Ismail)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.93km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Windy Heights
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.96km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Jalan Kechot)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.98km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Jalan Hussein)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.98km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Jalan Damai)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 0.99km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Lorong Marzuki)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 1.00km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K
Block (Lorong Melayu)
· 99-year · 3/4/5-room · 1.00km
3-Rm Rent: 2.8K-3.8K4-Rm Rent: 3.2K-4.5K
3-Rm Buy: 450K-650K4-Rm Buy: 580K-800K

Guide prices based on URA PMI & HDB resale data (Q1 2026). Run scripts/compile-property-data.js from Singapore for complete listings via OneMap API. 99.co PropertyGuru

Affiliation Advantage

Buddhist Federation

Maha Bodhi is affiliated with the Singapore Buddhist Federation. This is a unique affiliation that provides Phase 2B endorsement through Buddhist organizations. No other top school shares this specific Phase 2B path, making it less crowded than SHHK or Catholic church endorsements.

Unique Buddhist Federation Phase 2B path — potentially less competition than SHHK or Catholic routes.