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49 schools to get new principals in 2027, including 13 first-timers
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· October 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points A total of 49 schools will have new principals. Primary schools make up the largest portion, with 33 affected.
New leadership is coming to numerous educational institutions. A total of 49 schools will have new principals. These appointments are spread across different types of schools. Primary schools make up the largest portion, with 33 affected.
Secondary schools are also impacted, with 15 set to have new principals. Additionally, one junior college will have a new principal. Some of these new principals will be taking on the role for the first time, with 13 identified as first-timers.
Further details about these appointments can be found through other sources, as specific information about the schools and new principals is not available here.
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Category: schools Published: October 7, 2026 Source: Straits Times — Singapore Reading time: 1 min
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