Education

2,734 debates and bills about education

7 May 2026

Indicators to Measure Effectiveness of Schemes and Grants to Support AI Training

Scheme evaluated via AI subscription take-up, usage, sustained engagement, and periodic user confidence surveys.
TRAQOM outcomes survey already covers eligible SSG-funded AI courses prerequisite to the scheme.

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7 May 2026

Number of Individuals Claiming Course Fees Relief and Average Relief Granted Per Individual Per Year

Minister directs MP to data.gov.sg for claimant numbers and relief amounts.
Tax revenue foregone from course fees relief averaged $13 million yearly from 2020 to 2024.

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7 May 2026

Factors for Identifying Appropriate Locations for MOE Kindergartens

MOE Kindergartens aim to provide affordable, quality preschool education.
Siting considers birth cohort, existing supply, and enrolment trends.
Parent and caregiver feedback on locations is welcomed.

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7 May 2026

Assessing Current Structure of National School Games to Better Balance Competitive Excellence and Inclusive Participation

NSG formats at primary and lower secondary levels now reduce rankings and encourage broader participation.
Schools receive equitable resources and autonomy, so performance differences across schools are expected.
MOE will work with partners to strengthen sporting platforms for all ability levels.

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7 May 2026

Keeping Teacher and Allied Educators' Salaries Competitive with Planned 2% to 9% Pay Increase

MOE's 2-9% pay increase addresses market gaps, with periodic reviews to maintain competitiveness.
Broader outreach, scholarships, and shorter PGDE training lifted teacher recruitment from 600 to 1,300.

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7 May 2026

Curiosity Credits: Empowering Informed Post-secondary Choices

David Hoe proposed Curiosity Credits 2.0: school-guided taster sessions for secondary students to explore post-secondary options.
MOE cited existing schemes like Applied Learning Modules and emphasized flexible pathways and lifelong adaptability.
Both agreed exposure, guidance, and support for disadvantaged students are key to informed choices.

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7 May 2026

Data on Drop-outs from SSG-funded Programmes and Appeals for Fee Waivers Upon Non-completion of Courses

Over 90% complete SSG courses; fee refunds depend on provider policies, not formal SSG appeals.
Employment stats count only graduates; over 90% of place-and-train completers employed.
MP urged formal appeals; ministry instead offers deferments, make-up lessons, reassessments.

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6 May 2026

Clarification by Minister for Manpower

Minister clarified earlier statement on AI transition.
IMDA expands TechSkills Accelerator for AI-bilingual workers.
Starts with accountancy, legal, and HR professionals.

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6 May 2026

Assessment of AI Impact on Worker Competitiveness and Employability, and Targeted Support Interventions for Affected Workers

MOM has no AI salary premium data; AI adoption remains early.
Retrenchments higher among PMETs in info-comm, finance, professional services; reflects restructuring, not shrinking demand.
Support includes career conversion, traineeships, AI training pathways, and six months free AI tools.

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6 May 2026

Inclusion in Major Games Influencing Choice of Sports Offered in National School Games and Advisory Role of SportSG and SpexSG

Assoc Prof Goh asked how major games inclusion influences school sports and if SportSG/SpexSG advise.
Minister Lee referred to a written answer from 5 May 2026, not addressing it orally.

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6 May 2026

Trends in Online Harassment of Educators and Measures to Support and Safeguard Educators' Well-being

MOE reports no significant rise in online harassment of educators, with occurrences generally low.
Zero tolerance exists; police and legal action may be taken under harassment and online safety laws.
Emphasizes respectful communication and collective effort to create a safe school environment.

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6 May 2026

Tracking Graduate Employment Alignment to Field of Study and Expanding Five-Year Post-Graduation Survey Beyond Polytechnics

Ministry tracks graduate job alignment; ~80% in related fields, rising since 2017.
Polytechnic pilot: over 90% employed, 64% field-related, salaries rose from $2,100 to $3,300.
Similar five-year surveys extended to universities and ITE.

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6 May 2026

Singapore's Participation in PISA Financial Literacy Assessment and Comparative Assessment of Financial Literacy of Singapore's 15-Year-Olds with Other Developed Nations

Singapore does not take optional PISA financial literacy test, avoiding overloading schools and students.
MOE and MoneySense monitor youth financial literacy; surveys show age-appropriate skills like budgeting.

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6 May 2026

Breakdown of Disciplinary Measures Used in Bullying Cases by Offender History, Age and Gender, and Rate of Repeat Offences in Schools

MP asked for detailed bullying discipline data (2021-2025) by offender type, age, gender, and caning statistics (2015-2025).
Minister referred to prior Parliamentary answers from 5 May 2026, providing no new data in this debate.

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6 May 2026

Allocated Funding, Implementation Timeline and Existing Trained Workforce to Meet Palliative Care Competency Training Targets

Palliative care training uses existing budgets; no new specific funding allocated.
MOH doesn't track current trained workers; training is embedded in healthcare education.
Progress toward 10,000 trained healthcare workers by 2030 will be planned and monitored.

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6 May 2026

Annual Milestones and Outcome Indicators for the 10,000 Palliative Care Competency Training Target by 2030

No annual milestones given; MOH tracks progress toward 10,000 trained by 2030.
Outcome indicators include palliative care uptake in last year (51%) and hospital deaths (~60%).
Aims to ensure workforce expertise supports patient-preferred care locations.

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6 May 2026

Assessing Suitability of Japanese Shokuiku System for Meal Provision in Singapore Schools

MP suggested studying Japan's Shokuiku system for nutritious school meals.
Minister referred to earlier parliamentary answer, giving no new commitment.

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6 May 2026

Sharing Peer-reviewed Evidence that Caning Reduces Bullying Recidivism and Restorative Support Following Disciplinary Actions in Schools

MP questioned caning's evidence base and conflict with restorative school culture.
Asked if post-disciplinary counselling is mandatory and accountable.
Minister referred to earlier parliamentary replies.

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6 May 2026

Ensuring Student Care Centre Services Remain Affordable and Accessible for Lower- and Middle-income Families

SCFA subsidies cut student care costs to $5 monthly, with income threshold raised to $6,500.
Most schools have sufficient capacity; waitlisted children have alternative care arrangements.
Ongoing review will study further affordability and accessibility measures.

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6 May 2026

Indicators for Effectiveness of Engineering and Tech Programme Scholarship

ETPS is evaluated by scholars' progression into STEM university courses and career interest impact.
First cohort: about 90% chose STEM courses; roughly 600 apply and 200 get awards yearly.
MOE will keep reviewing ETPS, including possible increases to the annual scholarship number.

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