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P1 priority for parent volunteers, 28 years on: Is it relevant—or fair?

The scheme has drawn criticism for its transactional nature that goes against the spirit of volunteerism.

  • Parent volunteers have been prioritized for 28 years in Singapore's primary school registration.
  • Scheme criticized for being transactional and privileging parents with more resources.
  • MOE reports 1/3 of primary schools offer the scheme, with stability over recent years.

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