Welcome to Forgney National Schools’ website, located in the community of Clooncallow, Ballymahon, on the border of County Longford and County Westmeath.
Our school has been a cherished part of the local area for decades, fostering strong connections and enriching the lives of our community members.
Forgney National School is a welcoming, co-educational primary school guided by the Catholic Bishop of Meath. We are dedicated to nurturing the holistic growth of every student—fostering their cognitive, intellectual, physical, cultural, moral, and spiritual development. Our school embraces a Christian philosophy of life, encouraging a meaningful relationship with God and fostering a strong sense of community among our students.
As a school community we:
- Value everyone equally, regardless of ability or background.
- Put good relationships at the heart of all we do.
- Value respect and courtesy.
- Ensure that excellent teaching and learning is our core activity.
- Set high expectations in a supportive and caring atmosphere.
- Promote self-reliance in each individual, while at the same time valuing our independence.
- Focus on hard work and individual achievement in all endeavours.
- Work collaboratively with all partners in education.