P1 Registration Timeline
For children born between 2 January 2020 and 1 January 2021
1Phase 1
Sibling already in the same school
Early July 2026
Highest — guaranteed placement
2Phase 2A(1)
Parent is alumnus with alumni association membership
Mid July 2026
High — balloting possible at popular schools
3Phase 2A(2)
Parent is former student, parent of former student, or staff
Late July 2026
High — balloting possible at popular schools
4Phase 2B
Parent volunteer, community leader, church/clan member
Late July 2026
Medium — balloting common at popular schools
5Phase 2C
All remaining children (open registration)
Early August 2026
Standard — most competitive phase
6Phase 2C Supplementary
Children without a place after Phase 2C
Mid August 2026
Last resort — limited choices
Important Notes
- ✓Registration is online via the MOE P1 Registration Portal.
- ✓Priority is given by home-to-school distance: under 1km first, then 1–2km, then over 2km.
- ✓Singapore Citizens get priority over Permanent Residents in balloting.
- ✓International students follow a separate registration process.
- ✓Exact dates are announced by MOE around April/May each year.
Dates shown are approximate and based on the typical registration schedule. Official dates are published by MOE annually. Always check the MOE website for confirmed dates.