The Ministry of Education opened public nominations on 14 October 2026 for the President’s Award for Teachers 2027 and the Outstanding Young Educators’ Award 2027. Both close on 8 January 2027.
Anyone can nominate an educator who has made a clear contribution to students, schools or the profession. Forms sit on go.gov.sg/pat2027 and go.gov.sg/oyea2027, with matching links on the Academy of Singapore Teachers site.
President’s Award for Teachers 2027
PAT recognises experienced educators who are role models for the teaching profession. They adopt innovative approaches in their lessons, are lifelong learners and mentor their peers. The award looks for a deep passion for teaching and the ability to inspire students and peers through words and deeds. It is open to teachers in primary schools, secondary schools, junior colleges and Millennia Institute, as well as educators at ITE, the polytechnics and the National Institute of Early Childhood Development. Since 1998 it has recognised more than 150 educators for their teaching excellence, dedication and hard work. A panel with representatives from MOE, the post-secondary institutions and COMPASS picks the winners from a shortlist of finalists. In 2026, 5,125 educators from 308 schools and seven post-secondary institutions were nominated, and the recipients were chosen from 18 finalists. Recipients join an overseas learning programme, and finalists receive a grant for conferences or courses.
Outstanding Young Educators’ Award 2027
OYEA, formerly the Outstanding Youth in Education Award, recognises young teachers aged 35 and below who are inspiring role models for the profession. It looks for youthful idealism, energy and enthusiasm that inspire students and peers through words and deeds. Nominees must be in service at a primary school, secondary school, junior college or Millennia Institute. Since 1999 more than 120 outstanding young educators have received the award.
What nominators need to do
Submit online before 8 January 2027. Parents, colleagues and members of the public are all in the nominating pool.
