Frequently Asked Questions

1. How to apply for a tuckshop stall?

   To apply for a tuckshop stall in a new school, application forms are available at MOE Headquarters. Applicants may request for it over the phone (DID: 68722220) or collect it personally from:

   Customer Service Centre,
   Ministry of Education, Singapore

   1 North Buona Vista Drive
   Singapore 138675

   Tel: +65 68722220
   Fax: +65 67755826

   You can also download the application form.

   To apply for a tuckshop stall in an existing school. Existing schools will put up notices at the school gate or nearby Community Clubs whey they need stallholders. You can also check our list of available stalls. Applications are to be made directly to the relevant school. You can also download the application form.

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2. When should the applicant apply for a stall?

   Applications to new schools are usually open in August, while applications to existing schools are open only when there are available vacancies.

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3. What is the main criteria for the selection of a tuckshop stallholder?

   The main criterion for the selection of stallholder is the suitability to run and manage the stalls. Applicants are expected to:

   • Provide good service and quality food at reasonable prices;
   • Observe a high standard of personal and food hygiene;
   • Have catering experience.
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4. Is financial hardship the main criterion?

   While financial hardship cases will be given due consideration, the primary consideration is the suitability and ability of the applicants.

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5. What are the chances of being selected?

   The average number of applicants received by a new school is about 300-700 for the 8 stalls available. Thus, the competition is very keen.

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6. Will applications be considered on a first-come-first serve basis?

   They are considered on a case-by-case basis.

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7. What are the rates of rental for a tuckshop stall?

   Monthly rental for a tuckshop stall ranges from $5 to $15 depending on the school population.

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8. When will the applicants be informed of the outcome of their application?

   For applicants to new schools, the relevant schools will inform individual applicants including those who are unsuccessful. Results are usually announced in the November / December period.

   Applicants to existing schools should liaise with the relevant school.

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9. Can applicants submit more than one (1) application within the calendar year?

   Subsequent applications for tuckshop stalls in new schools will be considered void if earlier applications are still under consideration.

   This is not applicable for applicants applying to existing schools.

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10. Can the applicant have a choice of the type of stall that he would like to operate?

    Applicants to new schools can indicate their choice on the application form. Existing schools will specify the type of stall vacancies they have available.

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11. Where to submit the applicant form?

    Applications to new schools can be sent by post or handed in to:

    Customer Service Centre,
    Ministry of Education, Singapore

    1 North Buona Vista Drive
    Singapore 138675

    Applications to existing schools ought to be sent directly to the relevant school.

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12. Who is the approving authority on the appointment of stallholders?

    The Tuckshop Selection Committee approves the appointment of stallholders to new schools and decides on the selection of stallholders to existing schools.

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13. Can an application be made for a tuckshop stall at ITE / Polytechnics through MOE?

    Applications for a tuckshop stall at ITE / Polytechnics should be made to these institutions directly.

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14. Is the Tuckshop Agreement a permanent one?

    The tuckshop agreement is valid for 1 year or 2 years. The agreement may be renewed subject to the decision of the Tuckshop Committee.

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