Primary School Ranking 2022: Choose the Best Primary Schools in Singapore

Rum Tan | May 17, 2021

As a parent, it can be quite nerve-wracking to decide which school will be the most suitable for your child.

It is not something you want to get wrong. After all, your choice of school will pave the path for the future of your child.

In Singapore, there are a total of 186 primary schools. Each of them has its own attributes that will help set the tone for your child’s education academically and holistically.

As such, it is understandable what a challenge it would be to pick the right school. Not to mention the new PSLE scoring system may further complicate things.

Considering all these factors, it is crucial that you have all the relevant information before you can arrive at your decision.

So if you are looking to answer the question,

‘How do I find the best primary school for my child?’ – then, you are at the right place!

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To help you along, I have done some legwork to create a Singapore primary school ranking list that will allow you to make an informed decision.

Primary School Ranking Singapore (List of Primary Schools in Singapore)

It is common knowledge that the Ministry of Education does not publish an official ranking list for top primary schools in Singapore.

Many parents choose to opt for school-based on hearsay or popularity. However, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that a multitude of factors should be taken into account when ranking primary schools instead.

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As such, I have assessed the best primary schools in Singapore to create my very own primary school rankings.

To give you a clear idea, these are some of the factors that went into creating this primary school ranking list.

Popularity in the Primary 1 registration.
Whether the school offers a Gifted Education Program (GEP).
Whether there is a Special Assistance Plan (SAP) available.
Representation in the Singapore National School Games.
Achievements in Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation.

Here is the Primary School Ranking list that you can refer to while choosing the best option for your child.

S/N	School Name	Area	Type	GEP	SAP
1	Nanyang Primary School	Bukit Timah	Co-Ed	Yes	Yes
2	Catholic High School	Bishan	Boys'	Yes	Yes
3	Tao Nan School	Marine Parade	Co-Ed	Yes	Yes
4	Nan Hua Primary School	Clementi	Co-Ed	Yes	Yes
5	St. Hilda's Primary School	Tampines	Co-Ed	Yes	No
6	Henry Park Primary School	Bukit Timah	Co-Ed	Yes	No
7	Anglo-Chinese School Primary	Novena	Boys'	Yes	No
8	Raffles Girls' Primary School	Bukit Timah	Girls'	Yes	No
9	Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary School	Bukit Timah	Co-Ed	No	Yes
10	CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls' School	Ang Mo Kio	Girls'	No	Yes
11	Rosyth School	Serangoon	Co-Ed	Yes	No
12	Kong Hwa School	Geylang	Co-Ed	No	Yes
13	Poiching School	Tampines	Co-Ed	No	Yes
14	Holy Innocents' Primary School	Hougang	Co-Ed	No	Yes
15	Ai Thong School	Bishan	Co-Ed	No	Yes
16	Red Swastika School	Bedok	Co-Ed	No	Yes
17	Maris Stella High School	Toa Payoh	Boys'	No	Yes
18	Rulang Primary School	Jurong West	Co-Ed	No	No
19	Pei Chun Public School	Tao Payoh	Co-Ed	No	Yes
20	Singapore Chinese Girls' Primary	Novena	Girls'	No	No
21	Methodist Girls' School Primary	Bukit Timah	Girls'	No	No
22	Hong Wen School	Kallang	Co-Ed	No	Yes
23	Mahabodhi School	Geylang	Co-Ed	No	Yes
24	Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)	Central	Boys'	No	No
25	Fairfield Methodist School Primary	Queenstown	Co-Ed	No	No
26	Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School	Hougang	Girls'	No	No
27	Radin Mas Primary School	Bukit Merah	Co-Ed	No	No
28	South View Primary School	Choa Chu Kang	Co-Ed	No	No
29	Chongfu School	Yishun	Co-Ed	No	No
30	St. Margaret's Primary School	Central	Girls'	No	No
31	Chongzheng Primary School	Tampines	Co-Ed	No	No
32	Punggol Primary School	Hougang	Co-Ed	No	No
33	Qifa Primary School	Clementi	Co-Ed	No	No
34	Admiralty Primary School	Woodlands	Co-Ed	No	No
35	Yangzheng Primary School	Serangoon	Co-Ed	No	No
36	Mayflower Primary School	Ang Mo Kio	Co-Ed	No	No
37	Woodlands Primary School	Woodlands	Co-Ed	No	No
38	Rivervale Primary School	Sengkang	Co-Ed	No	No
39	Bukit Panjang Primary School	Bukit Panjang	Co-Ed	No	No
40	Gongshang Primary School	Tampines	Co-Ed	No	No
41	Wellington Primary School	Sembawang	Co-Ed	No	No
42	Innova Primary School	Woodlands	Co-Ed	No	No
43	Princess Elizabeth Primary School	Bukit Batok	Co-Ed	No	No
44	Mee Toh School	Punggol	Co-Ed	No	No
45	Chij Primary (Toa Payoh)	Toa Payoh	Girls'	No	No
46	Kheng Cheng School	Toa Payoh	Co-Ed	No	No
47	Haig Girls' School	Geylang	Girls'	No	No
48	Kuo Chuan Presbyterian Primary School	Bishan	Co-Ed	No	No
49	Hougang Primary School	Hougang	Co-Ed	No	No
50	Temasek Primary School	Bedok	Co-Ed	No	No
51	Anderson Primary School	Ang Mo Kio	Co-Ed	No	No
52	St. Joseph's Institution Junior school	Novena	Boys'	No	No
53	Shuqun Primary school	Jurong West	Co-Ed	No	No
54	Fengshan Primary School	Bedok	Co-Ed	No	No
55	CHIJ Our Lady of Nativity	Hougang	Girls'	No	No
56	Xishan Primary School	Yishun	Co-Ed	No	No
57	Chua Chu Kang Primary School	Choa Chu Kang	Co-Ed	No	No
58	Xinmin Primary School	Hougang	Co-Ed	No	No
59	River Valley Primary School	Central	Co-Ed	No	No
60	Telok Kurau Primary School	Bedok	Co-Ed	No	No
61	Yu Neng Primary School	Bedok	Co-Ed	No	No
62	Nan Chiau Primary School	Sengkang	Co-Ed	No	No
63	Frontier Primary School	Jurong West	Co-Ed	No	No
64	Compassvale Primary School	Sengkang	Co-Ed	No	No
65	Woodgrove Primary School	Woodlands	Co-Ed	No	No
66	Xingnan Primary School	Jurong West	Co-Ed	No	No
67	Lakeside Primary School	Jurong West	Co-Ed	No	No
68	Elias Park Primary School	Pasir Ris	Co-Ed	No	No
69	Ngee Ann Primary School	Marine Parade	Co-Ed	No	No
70	Zhenghua Primary School	Bukit Panjang	Co-Ed	No	No
71	St. Andrew's Junior School	Toa Payoh	Boys'	No	No
72	North View Primary School	Yishun	Co-Ed	No	No
73	Westwood Primary School	Jurong West	Co-Ed	No	No
74	East Spring Primary School	Tampines	Co-Ed	No	No
75	White Sands Primary School	Pasir Ris	Co-Ed	No	No
76	St. Anthony's Primary School	Bukit Batok	Co-Ed	No	No
77	Zhangde Primary School	Bukit Merah	Co-Ed	No	No
78	Sengkang Primary School	Sengkang	Co-Ed	No	No
79	Geylang Methodist School Primary	Geylang	Co-Ed	No	No
80	Yew Tee Primary School	Choa Chu Kang	Co-Ed	No	No
81	St. Anthony's Canossian Primary School	Bedok	Girls'	No	No
82	Woodlands Ring Primary School	Woodlands	Co-Ed	No	No
83	Sembawang Primary School	Sembawang	Co-Ed	No	No
84	CHIJ Our Lady of Good Council	Serangoon	Girls'	No	No
85	Seng Kang Primary School	Sengkang	Co-Ed	No	No
86	Fernvale Primary School	Sengkang	Co-Ed	No	No
87	Pasir Ris Primary School	Pasir Ris	Co-Ed	No	No
88	Qihua Primary School	Woodlands	Co-Ed	No	No
89	Yumin Primary School	Tampines	Co-Ed	No	No
90	Concord Primary School	Choa Chu Kang	Co-Ed	No	No
91	Evergreen Primary School	Woodlands	Co-Ed	No	No
92	Tanjong Katong Primary School	Marine Parade	Co-Ed	No	No
93	Corporation Primary School	Jurong West	Co-Ed	No	No
94	Yio Chu Kang Primary School	Hougang	Co-Ed	No	No
95	Xinghua Primary School	Hougang	Co-Ed	No	No
96	Cedar Primary School	Toa Payoh	Co-Ed	No	No
97	De La Salle School	Choa Chu Kang	Co-Ed	No	No
98	Endeavour Primary School	Sembawang	Co-Ed	No	No
99	Keming Primary School	Bukit Batok	Co-Ed	No	No
100	Bendemeer Primary School	Kallang	Co-Ed	No	No
101	CHIJ (Kellock)	Bukit Merah	Girls'	No	No
102	First Toa Payoh Primary School	Toa Payoh	Co-Ed	No	No
103	Junyuan Primary School	Tampines	Co-Ed	No	No
104	Jurong West Primary School	Jurong West	Co-Ed	No	No
105	Boon Lay Garden Primary School	Jurong West	Co-Ed	No	No
106	West View Primary School	Bukit Panjang	Co-Ed	No	No
107	Zhonghua Primary School	Serangoon	Co-Ed	No	No
108	Greenwood Primary School	Woodlands	Co-Ed	No	No
109	Tampines Primary School	Tampines	Co-Ed	No	No
110	West Grove Primary School	Jurong West	Co-Ed	No	No
111	Jing Shan Primary School	Ang Mo Kio	Co-Ed	No	No
112	Horizon Primary School	Punggol	Co-Ed	No	No
113	Edgefield Primary School	Punggol	Co-Ed	No	No
114	Kranji Primary School	Choa Chu Kang	Co-Ed	No	No
115	North Vista Primary School	Sengkang	Co-Ed	No	No
116	Pioneer Primary School	Jurong West	Co-Ed	No	No
117	New Town Primary School	Queenstown	Co-Ed	No	No
118	Gan Eng Seng Primary School	Bukit Merah	Co-Ed	No	No
119	Stamford Primary School	Central	Co-Ed	No	No
120	Marymount Convent School	Toa Payoh	Girls'	No	No
121	Chij (Katong) Primary	Bedok	Girls'	No	No
122	Marsling Primary School	Woodlands	Co-Ed	No	No
123	Damai Primary School	Bedok	Co-Ed	No	No
124	Yishun Primary School	Yishun	Co-Ed	No	No
125	Greendale Primary School	Punggol	Co-Ed	No	No
126	Dazhong Primary School	Bukit Batok	Co-Ed	No	No
127	Fuhua Primary School	Jurong East	Co-Ed	No	No
128	Northland Primary School	Yishun	Co-Ed	No	No
129	CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace	Bukit Panjang	Girls'	No	No
130	Casuarina Primary School	Pasir Ris	Co-Ed	No	No
131	Bedok Green Primary School	Bedok	Co-Ed	No	No
132	North Spring Primary School	Seng Kang	Co-Ed	No	No
133	Yuhua Primary School	Jurong East	Co-Ed	No	No
134	Eunos Primary School	Geylang	Co-Ed	No	No
135	Tampines North Primary School	Tampines	Co-Ed	No	No
136	Canberra Primary School	Sembawang	Co-Ed	No	No
137	Guangyang Primary School	Bishan	Co-Ed	No	No
138	Peivang Primary School	Yishun	Co-Ed	No	No
139	Bukit View Primary School	Bukit Batok	Co-Ed	No	No
140	Teck Ghee Primary School	Ang Mo Kio	Co-Ed	No	No
141	Jurong Primary School	Jurong East	Co-Ed	No	No
142	Montfort Junior School	Hougang	Boys'	No	No
143	Park View Primary School	Pasir Ris	Co-Ed	No	No
144	Beacon Primary School	Bukit Panjang	Co-Ed	No	No
145	Riverside Primary School	Woodlands	Co-Ed	No	No
146	Pei Tong Primary School	Clementi	Co-Ed	No	No
147	Naval Base Primary School	Yishun	Co-Ed	No	No
148	Alexandra Primary School	Bukit Merah	Co-Ed	No	No
149	Opera Estate Primary School	Bedok	Co-Ed	No	No
150	Canossa Catholic Primary School	Geylang	Co-Ed	No	No
151	Punggol View Primary School	Punggol	Co-Ed	No	No
152	Hua Min Primary School	Yishun	Co-Ed	No	No
153	Ahmad Ibrahim Primary School	Yishun	Co-Ed	No	No
154	St. Stephen's School	Bedok	Boys'	No	No
155	Punggol Green Primary School	Punggol	Co-Ed	No	No
156	Anchor Green Primary School	Seng Kang	Co-Ed	No	No
157	Ang Mo Kio Primary School	Ang Mo Kio	Co-Ed	No	No
158	Queenstown Primary School	Queenstown	Co-Ed	No	No
159	Meridian Primary School	Pasir Ris	Co-Ed	No	No
160	Greenridge Primary School	Bukit Panjang	Co-Ed	No	No
161	Clementi Primary School	Clementi	Co-Ed	No	No
162	Springdale Primary School	Sengkang	Co-Ed	No	No
163	West Spring Primary School	Bukit Panjang	Co-Ed	No	No
164	Lianhua Primary School	Bukit Batok	Co-Ed	No	No
165	Juying Primary School	Jurong West	Co-Ed	No	No
166	Fuchun Primary School	Woodlands	Co-Ed	No	No
167	Jiemin Primary School	Yishun	Co-Ed	No	No
168	Blangah Rise Primary School	Bukit Merah	Co-Ed	No	No
169	Teck Whye Primary School	Choa Chu Kang	Co-Ed	No	No
170	Bukit Timah Primary School	Bukit Timah	Co-Ed	No	No
171	Angsana Primary School	Tampines	Co-Ed	No	No
172	Unity Primary School	Choa Chu Kang	Co-Ed	No	No
173	Townsville Primary School	Ang Mo Kio	Co-Ed	No	No
174	Farrer Park Primary School	Kallang	Co-Ed	No	No
175	Palmview Primary School	Sengkang	Co-Ed	No	No
176	Waterway Primary School	Punggol	Co-Ed	No	No
177	Changkat Primary School	Tampines	Co-Ed	No	No
178	Oasis Primary School	Punggol	Co-Ed	No	No
179	Fern Green Primary School	Sengkang	Co-Ed	No	No
180	St. Gabriel's Primary School	Serangoon	Boys'	No	No
181	Si Ling Primary School	Woodlands	Co-Ed	No	No
182	Cantonment Primary School	Bukit Merah	Co-Ed	No	No
183	Punggol Cove Primary School	Punggol	Co-Ed	No	No
184	Valour Primary School	Punggol	Co-Ed	No	No
185	Northoaks Primary School	Sembawang	Co-Ed	No	No
186	Northshore Primary School	Punggol	Co-Ed	No	No

How to Choose the Best Primary School in Singapore

Now that you have a better idea of the best primary schools in Singapore let us consider how you can arrive at a decision.

It is best to start by identifying what your requirements are when it comes to choosing a primary school for your child.

As you will be making such an important decision on behalf of your kid, it is essential to find a balance between your preferences and their needs.

Here are some of the factors that you can take into account:

1. Location and Distance to School

One of the most important aspects is to ensure that the school is not located too far away from your house.

For instance, depending on your location – you might want to limit your search to the best primary schools in Tampines or the best primary schools in Sengkang, instead of searching islandwide.

The main reason for this is practicality.

Having the school nearby will reduce the commute time of your child. It will certainly help to save time, energy, and effort. Moreover, a closer location will also guarantee that you can reach the school promptly in case of any emergencies.

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2. Single-Sex vs Co-Ed Schools

As a parent, you might also be debating whether you should send your child to a single-sex or co-ed school.

Many believe that co-ed schools can help students to prepare better for the real world. After all, your children will have to mingle and interact with the other gender.

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With this consideration, for primary school education, it might be best to choose a co-ed school, if possible.

Moreover, if you have more than one child, this will also avoid the hassle of choosing a primary school yet again. It is common for schools to often give priority to siblings of the students already enrolled in the same institution.

3. Co-curricular Activities

Aside from academic excellence, you should also make sure that the school can provide your child with the right opportunities to nurture and develop their interests.

For instance, when looking through the Singapore Primary School Ranking lists, you might notice that many schools offer support for Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs). This will encourage your child to acquire new skills and build qualities such as perseverance and team spirit which can mold them into strong individuals.

Even at an early age, you might be able to identify the interests of your child. This can help you shortlist schools that offer CCAs in the niches they prefer. Access to such clubs and activities can be valuable for your child’s future Direct School Admission (DSA) into secondary schools as well.

Here is a list of some of the top primary schools that have performed well in Singapore Youth Festivals:

Clementi Primary School in Clementi
Lakeside Primary School in Jurong West
Nanyang Primary School in Bukit Timah
North View Primary School in Yishun
Oasis Primary School in Punggol

4. School Culture

Most importantly, if you have the chance, it is always recommended that you visit the school to get a sense of the learning environment. Many schools offer an open house for the very same purpose. You will also be able to talk to the teachers and current students to gain more understanding of the school’s nature.

5. Affiliation

For those unaware, there are several primary schools in Singapore that are affiliated with some of the best secondary schools. Joining these schools can get your child priority in admission and lower their entry requirements.

Here is a list of some of the primary schools that are affiliated with secondary schools.

Anglo Chinese School (Primary) is affiliated with Anglo Chinese School Independent
Catholic High School (Primary) is affiliated with Catholic High School
CHIJ (Katong) Primary is affiliated with CHIJ Katong Convent
Mee Toh School is affiliated with Manjusri Secondary School
Nanyang Primary School is affiliated with Nanyang Girls’ High School

6. Special Education Needs

Another important factor is to consider whether your child has any special education needs. Schools with a focus on special education will have smaller classroom sizes and have a customized curriculum that will focus on developing your child’s strengths.

Additionally, such schools also have support for vocational training and therapy rooms that can offer intensive care and support for your child.

Here are a few:

Types of Primary Schools in Singapore

The primary schools in Singapore can be broadly classified into five main categories, based on the subjects offered and financial requirements.

As it goes, the quality of education offered will vary significantly from one school to another, as well as from one school type to another.

With that said, no matter what school your child enrolls in, he or she will eventually need to take the PSLE to advance to secondary school.

1. Government Schools

Government schools follow the national syllabus and offer unique electives at standardized fees. A few prominent schools also provide support for special assistance as well.

Below is a list of government primary schools in Singapore:

Anderson Primary School in Ang Mo Kio
Chongzheng Primary School in Tampines
Jurong West Primary School in Jurong West

2. Government-Aided Schools

This category of schools is set up by different communities with the aid of the government in order to serve the educational requirements of the respective communities. The fee structure for such schools remains the same as that of governmental institutions.

Here is a list of government-aided primary schools in Singapore:

Canossa Catholic Primary School in Geylang
Fairfield Methodist School in Dover
Paya Lebar Methodist Girls’ School in Hougang

3. Independent Schools

As you can guess, independent schools are privately owned and decide the fees on their own. Moreover, these institutions are allowed to set up their own academic and non-academic programs. For this reason, independent schools might be more suitable for those who are willing to pay higher fees for a flexible academic curriculum.

Here is a list of some of the prominent independent primary schools in Singapore:

Anglo Chinese School (independent) in Dover Road
De La Salle School in Choa Chu Kang
Methodist Girls’ School Primary in Bukit Timah

4. Specialised Independent Schools

Specialized independent schools are those catering to students who demonstrate a strong interest in specific fields – such as mathematics, science, arts, or academics. Among the top schools in Singapore, there are four specialized institutions offering focused education in different study and performance areas.

These include:

NUS High School of Mathematics and Science
School of Science and Technology
Singapore Sports School, for Sports and Athletics.
School of the Arts, for Visual, Literary and Performing Arts.

Subjects Offered in Primary Schools in Singapore

The best primary schools in Singapore aim to introduce students to a wide variety of topics. This is done through subject-based learning techniques.

Primary schools in Singapore develop their curriculum to include the following subjects:

English Language
Mother Tongue Language (e.g. Chinese)
Mathematics
Science
Art
Music
Physical Education
Social Studies
Character and Citizenship Education

Apart from these, your child will also benefit from lessons in art and music, through the CCAs that we discussed earlier.

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Understanding Primary School Costs

The financial costs involved with primary schools will depend on the type of school you choose, as well as your residential standing in Singapore.

In plain terms, Singapore citizens are eligible for much lower fees, regardless of which school type you choose. In comparison, if you are a foreigner or permanent resident, you will likely end up paying more in tuition fees.

That said, you will also notice that international students are expected to pay relatively higher fees across all types of schools.

For example, if you choose a government school – the fee schedule is as follows:

Singapore citizens: $25 to $43 per month.
Permanent Residents: $400 to $418 per month.
International Students: $800 to $1,488 per month.

As you can see, there is a significant difference in fees applicable to different categories of residents.

Undoubtedly, the cost of education might be one of the top factors for many when choosing the best primary school for their child.

Depending on the school you choose and the primary level, you might also be able to receive financial assistance or a merit-based scholarship for your child.

Conclusion

The Singapore Primary School Ranking is quite a long list to sort through – however, the key is to make sure that you are armed with the right information.

Do not hesitate to pick the brain of your friends and family to learn more about their personal experiences with different schools.

For instance, if you need advice figuring out primary school ranking KiasuParents might have a few forums where you can connect with fellow parents. You might be able to gather valuable testimonials that can help you arrive at the right decision for the future journey of your child.

Here at SmileTutor, we strive to provide you with all the necessary information you need regarding the Singapore educational system.

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Best of luck with your decision!

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