Top Primary Schools & Nearby New Launch Condos in 2026
List of new launch projects within 1km of Singapore's top primary schools
The "One-Kilometer Rule" in Singapore's Primary 1 Registration Exercise significantly influences property demand. Securing a home within the priority radius of a reputable primary school remains a key driver for both owner-occupation and investment. Below is a data-driven list of available new launch projects strategically located near these institutions.
List of Top Primary Schools
The following schools are among the most sought-after institutions in Singapore, known for their academic track records and popularity during registration exercises.
Nanyang Primary School
Located in Bukit Timah, this co-ed SAP school is renowned for its bicultural excellence and consistently high subscription rates.
Raffles Girls’ Primary School (RGPS)
Situated at Hillcrest Road, RGPS is a premier all-girls school offering the Gifted Education Programme (GEP).
Henry Park Primary School
Located off Holland Road, it is favored by families in the Holland-Bukit Timah belt for its strong holistic curriculum.
Tao Nan School
A highly competitive SAP school in Marine Parade, known for its emphasis on Chinese culture and academic rigour.
Ai Tong School
Located in Bishan/Bright Hill, this SAP school is a top choice for families in the central region valuing Chinese heritage.
Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary
A popular co-ed school in Upper Bukit Timah with strong Christian values and academic consistency.
St. Hilda’s Primary School
The primary academic anchor for Tampines, offering the Gifted Education Programme and a strong holistic environment.
Catholic High School (Primary)
A prestigious SAP school for boys in Bishan, known for producing bilingual scholars and leaders.
Kong Hwa School
Located in Guillemard, this SAP school has a rich history and strong alumni network in the Hokkien community.
Nan Hua Primary School
The flagship SAP school in the West (Clementi), highly coveted for its emphasis on Confucian values.
Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)
Currently at Winstedt Road (moving to Barker Road by 2030), a premier boys' school with a strong Methodist tradition.
CHIJ St Nicholas Girls' School
A top Catholic girls' school in Ang Mo Kio offering a dual-track education (O-Level and IP) in its secondary section.
Bukit Timah Belt (Districts 10, 11 & 21)
This region hosts a high concentration of prestigious schools including Nanyang Primary, Raffles Girls' Primary (RGPS), ACS (Junior), and Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary.
Key Projects Available:
- Watten House: A prime freehold development located within the 1km radius of both Nanyang Primary and RGPS.
- 8@BT: Located at Bukit Timah Link, offering excellent proximity to Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary and Beauty World MRT.
- The Reserve Residences: An integrated development at Jalan Anak Bukit, directly connected to the transport hub and near Pei Hwa.
- Klimt Cairnhill: Luxury freehold residence in District 9, accessible to ACS (Junior).
- 10 Evelyn: Boutique freehold development near Newton, close to ACS (Primary/Junior) and SJI Junior.
- Enchante: Freehold project at Evelyn Road, serving the Newton educational cluster.
- 35 Gilstead: Located in the prestigious Gilstead Road enclave, near St. Joseph's Institution Junior.
- Pinetree Hill: Located in the Mount Sinai/Ulu Pandan area, within 1km of Henry Park Primary School.
Marine Parade & Katong (Districts 15 & 18)
District 15 is renowned for Tao Nan School and Kong Hwa School, while Tampines (District 18) is anchored by St. Hilda's Primary.
Key Projects Available:
- Emerald of Katong: 99-year leasehold project at Jalan Tembusu, situated within the priority catchment of Tao Nan School.
- The Continuum: A rare large-format freehold development on Thiam Siew Avenue, near Kong Hwa and Tao Nan.
- Tembusu Grand: Located in the heart of Katong, offering proximity to Tanjong Katong Primary and Tao Nan.
- Meyer Blue: Freehold seafront living on Meyer Road, accessible to the educational belt.
- Grand Dunman: Located next to Dakota MRT, providing immediate access to Kong Hwa School.
- Aurelle of Tampines EC: A highly anticipated Executive Condo in Tampines North, near St. Hilda's Primary.
- Parktown Residence: New integrated mixed-use development in Tampines Avenue 11.
- Meyer Mansion: Freehold luxury on the East Coast.
- Liv @ MB: Located in the Mountbatten conservation enclave.
- Royal Hallmark: Freehold development in District 15.
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Bishan, Thomson & North-East (Districts 20, 26 & 19)
This area is populated by popular SAP schools such as Ai Tong School, Catholic High, and CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls' School.
Key Projects Available:
- Chuan Park: A major new launch located next to Lorong Chuan MRT, near St. Gabriel's Primary and Yangzheng Primary.
- Lentor Modern: Integrated development directly connected to Lentor MRT, near CHIJ St. Nicholas.
- Lentor Hills Residences: Residential project within the new Lentor township.
- Hillock Green: Located in Lentor Central, adding to the residential options for families targeting schools in Ang Mo Kio and Thomson.
- Lentor Gardens Residences: Upcoming leasehold project in the Lentor estate.
- JadeScape: Located at Shunfu Road, accessible to Catholic High School.
- The Arcady at Boon Keng: Freehold development offering city-fringe living near Hong Wen School.
Western Region (Districts 5 & 21)
Nan Hua Primary School in Clementi is the primary draw for this region.
Key Projects Available:
- Elta: Located at Clementi Avenue 1, positioned to capture demand from the Clementi education hub and Nan Hua Primary.
- Blossoms By The Park: Located at Slim Barracks Rise, near the One-North technology hub and Fairfield Methodist Primary.
- The Hill @ One-North: Residential development in the heart of the R&D business park.
- Sora: Located at Yuan Ching Road, overlooking Jurong Lake Gardens.
- Nava Grove: New launch at Pine Grove (Ulu Pandan), near Henry Park Primary.
- Whistler Grand: West Coast Vale development near Nan Hua Primary.
- Terra Hill: Freehold development in Pasir Panjang (District 5).
- The Botany at Dairy Farm: Located near the German European School Singapore and Bukit Panjang Primary.
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City Fringe & Central Options
For families seeking proximity to schools like River Valley Primary or ACS (Junior) in the central districts.
Key Projects Available:
- Union Square Residences: Located in the Havelock/Clarke Quay precinct, near River Valley Primary.
- Hill House: 999-year leasehold project at Institution Hill, near River Valley Primary.
- Sophia Regency: Located in the Mount Sophia enclave, near St. Margaret's Primary.
- The Landmark: Situated near Chin Swee Road, on the fringe of the CBD.
- One Pearl Bank: Iconic development atop Pearl's Hill.
- CanningHill Piers: Integrated development along the Singapore River.
- Midtown Modern: Integrated development in Bugis, offering direct MRT access.
- Novo Place EC: New Executive Condo in Tengah (Plantation Close).
- The 1km Priority: Admission priority is given to Singapore Citizens living within 1km of the school. Check OneMap to verify exact distances.
- Bukit Timah: Watten House and 8@BT are key freehold/99-year options in this belt.
- District 15: High volume of new launches including Emerald of Katong and Meyer Blue near Tao Nan.
- Verification: Confirm the "Home-School Distance" category during the official Primary 1 Registration Exercise.