Education

2,734 debates and bills about education

4 Aug 2026

Addressing Public Concerns over Alleged Prompt Discrepancy Regarding 15 July 2026 "O" Level English Oral Examination Through Transparency of SEAB Verification Processes

MP sought details on reported prompt discrepancy and SEAB’s verification evidence.
Minister deferred, citing oral answer with related PQs and a written reply.

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4 Aug 2026

Practical Life Skills Coverage and Assessment in Lower Secondary Food and Consumer Education Curriculum and Review of Components

FCE curriculum focuses on food, health, and consumer literacy, not sewing or repairs.
Students assessed via tests, coursework, and an Applied Module project.
Curriculum reviewed regularly, with latest update in 2024.

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4 Aug 2026

Strengthening Community Mental Health Peer Support Through Funding and Training, and Tracking Referral Pathways into Formal Mental Health Services

Over 160 peer support specialists and 33,000+ mental health supporters trained.
Programs are funded and align with the National Mental Health Competency Training Framework.
Ministry does not track active specialists or referral rates into formal services.

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4 Aug 2026

Strengthening Measures Against Youth Recreational Drug Use

Youth drug abuse rising, youngest abuser aged 12; inter-ministry committee coordinates holistic prevention.
DrugFreeSG campaigns, champions, and school education shift youth perceptions toward drug-free views.
Enforcement uses technology, online content takedowns, and zero tolerance with enhanced penalties.

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4 Aug 2026

Basis for Reducing Vacancies in Primary Schools in Sengkang for Primary 1 Registration Exercise

MP Jamus Lim asked why Sengkang primary schools cut vacancies despite oversubscription in Phase 2C.
Minister Desmond Lee referred to a previous written answer on reduced intake and home-school distance balloting.

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4 Aug 2026

Impact of New L1R4 Requirement for JC Admission on Secondary 3 Subject Selections and MOE's Policy Intent

MOE revised JC admission to L1R4 to give students more autonomy and reduce curriculum load.
Students still must offer languages, math/science, and humanities with social studies for broad-based education.
First cohort: fewer enrol in geography, physics, principles of accounts and fewer take eight-plus subjects.

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4 Aug 2026

Number and Seniority of Roles in the Case of Possible Falsified Approvals for Appointments of Education Officers as Recorded in FY2025/2026 Auditor-General's Report

MOE reported falsified approval emails to police; responsible officer dismissed.
All affected candidates cleared selection panels and confirmed suitable.
Internal controls strengthened with independent checks and automation to prevent recurrence.

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4 Aug 2026

More Support for Employees in Their 50s who Voluntarily Resign to Secure New Employment

Existing schemes help 50s who resign for new jobs, not just retrenched workers.
Training programs like Career Conversion and SkillsFuture subsidies support reskilling.
Tripartite group studying more measures; recommendations due later this year.

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4 Aug 2026

Probe into Incident of 15 July 2026 where Preparation Prompt for O-level English Language Oral Examination Differed from What Was Asked

MPs questioned SEAB’s investigation into mismatched O-level oral exam prompts and support for affected candidates.
Education Ministry deferred answers, promising an oral reply at the next available opportunity.

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4 Aug 2026

Identifying Leading Indicators in Government Agencies that May Require Their Workforce to Undergo Significant Transformation

Government uses agency-specific assessments, not fixed indicators, to foresee workforce transformation needs.
Priority is reskilling and redeploying affected officers within the Public Service.
Public Service invests in career fitness for all officers via courses, rotations, and coaching.

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7 Jul 2026

Expansion of SkillsFuture's Subsidised Courses in Counselling and Psychological First Aid to Address Growing Community Mental Health Needs

Dr Chen sought expanded SkillsFuture counselling and psychological aid courses.
Minister said over 100 mental health courses are already funded.
No expansion planned, but periodic reviews with agencies continue.

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7 Jul 2026

Educator Attrition and Vacancy Replacement Rates in Mainstream Schools over Past Five Years

750 teachers resigned annually (~2% rate); all vacancies filled by new hires or adjuncts.
MOE boosted recruitment from 2025 to prepare for ageing workforce retirements.

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7 Jul 2026

Data on Requests for and Approval Rates of Examination and Non-examination Access Arrangements Made by SEN Students in Mainstream Schools

For national exams, 6,000-7,000 access arrangement applications yearly, with 99% approved over five years.
MOE does not track requests for school-based assessments or non-exam classroom accommodations.

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7 Jul 2026

Median and Average Numbers of Students with SEN and SEN Officers in Primary and Secondary Schools

SEN student proportion stable at 7% in mainstream primary and secondary schools.
SEN officers rose from 450 in 2017 to 820 by December 2025.
All teachers get basic training; schools have special needs specialists.

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7 Jul 2026

Data on Referrals Made by Mainstream Schools to REACH Programme and Breakdown of Referred Cases by Age

Mainstream schools made average 1,300 yearly referrals to REACH over five years.
Referral rates: 0.3% primary/secondary, 0.2% pre-university, similar across ages.

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7 Jul 2026

Adequacy and Safety of Whistleblowing Channels for Teachers on School Leader Misconduct, Safeguards Against Repercussions and Reporting Data in Past Three Years

MP asked about teacher whistleblowing channels for school leader misconduct, data, and safeguards.
Ministry deferred, citing prior written answer on 7 July 2026 on harmful supervisory conduct.

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7 Jul 2026

Expanding Third Language Programme to Include Chinese Dialects by Partnering Clan Associations and Community Organisations

MOE selects third languages based on strategic needs, student demand, and available expertise.
Chinese dialects are not offered in schools; interested students can learn via clan associations or online.

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7 Jul 2026

Breakdown of Student Care Centres Operating in Singapore by Operator Type and Registered as Student Care Fee Assistance Administrators

330 student care centres administer fee assistance; 55% school-based, 45% community-based.
Median monthly fee stable at $290; assistance threshold rises to $6,500 in 2027.
Government reviewing sector; audits ensure safety, not service quality.

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7 Jul 2026

Expanding Scope of PWD Taxi Subsidy Scheme to Include Transportation for All SkillsFuture-Funded Training

MP sought taxi subsidy for all SkillsFuture-funded training, not just SG Enable-endorsed.
Scheme covers endorsed courses relevant to employability and designed for PwDs.
SG Enable will review and expand list; providers can apply.

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7 Jul 2026

Recognition of Inter-school Tournaments Organised by National Sports Associations as Platforms Equivalent to National School Games

LEAPS 2.0 already recognises inter-school tournaments by National Sports Associations, not just National School Games.
MOE will review recognition enhancements and welcomes NSAs to co-organise school games with them.
This partnership aims to introduce more sports into the National School Games framework.

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