ngpetert:

denyr80:

Yeah, balloting at Punggol Green is over. Didn't get in

Sorry to hear. What are your next steps?

Well, have to move on to plan B. Chose the school 'cos within walking distance, but since now transport is required irregardless, may go for some of the newer schools.

Yeah, balloting at Punggol Green is over. Didn't get in

floppy:

socobojq:

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I really don't understand why there are so many fighting over this school, is it as good as a SAP or a GEP school?

Hi, I'm newbie in this group. Would appreciate feedback on Punggol Green Primary School. As I know the school is relatively very new (est in 2013) but it seems to be hot pick in Punggol area. There was balloting last year, this year after the 1st day already oversubscribed. My house is just in front of the school so naturally it is my first choice but now I'm scared cannot get in too. :shock:
Which alternative choice is good too?

TIA

Again, I suspect geographical reasons come into play. Within 1km are all the BTOs and ECs that had popped up over the last 5 years. Definitely many children of school going age. If distance is a priority, there isn't many options <1km for the folks around Punggol Green: Punggol View - likely to ballot as well, Punggol Cove - new school, Compassvale - across the highway and not easy to get to.

Most folks may have decided that it's worthwhile to ballot <1km before attempting the other newer schools nearby which are seeing less demand (Edgefield, Punggol Cove, Oasis). However, I suspect there will be some movement today and tomorrow from those with weaker stomach to apply at Punggol Cove (accessible by the same LRT loop). That would be my suggestion for those not willing to ballot and prefer to secure a place at 2C.[/quote]Just called up Punggol Green and status of <1km is 234