Desmond Lee answers MPs’ questions on changes to P1 registration framework

As part of changes to the 2027 Primary 1 registration framework, the number of places reserved for Phase 2C of the Primary 1 registration exercise will increase from 40 to 60 for most primary schools. A two-track scheme will also be introduced for 12 schools where public housing makes up less than 40 per cent of homes within 2km. Half of their Phase 2C places will be for children living within 2km, and the other half for those living further away. The changes seek to widen access to schools and encourage more mixing among students from different backgrounds, said Minister for Education Desmond Lee in parliament on Wednesday (Oct 7) where he answered MPs’ questions. Read more: https://cna.asia/4rP8trg Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Visit our website: https://cna.asia Download our app: https://cna.asia/app Get our editors' picks of stories via chat apps: Telegram: https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp: https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us on these platforms: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia