A Systematic Review of Singapore's Educational System: Governance, Curriculum, and Support Structures Driving PISA Success

International Student Assessment (PISA), with students excelling in mathematics, science, andreading. This systematic review synthesizes evidence from government reports, peer-reviewed studies, andpolicy analyses to explore how Singapore’s governance structures, curriculum design, learner developmentstrategies, teacher training frameworks, and support systems contribute to its success. Key findings highlightthe Ministry of Education’s centralized governance, rigorous teacher certification standards, adaptivecurriculum reforms, and equity-driven support mechanisms as foundational pillars. The review concludesthat Singapore’s holistic integration of academic rigour, teacher empowerment, and societal collaborationoffers a replicable model for global education systems seeking to balance excellence and equity.