BALLYVARY CENTRAL N S

About

Ballyvary Central National School is a vibrant primary school located just 1 km from Ballyvary village on a generous, well‑maintained site. The campus is designed to support both academic learning and active play, featuring a large front playground, a rear playground, a dedicated junior playground, and a series of sports pitches. At the rear of the school pupils have access to a full‑size Gaelic football pitch, a soccer pitch, an all‑weather astro‑turf pitch and a walking track, providing ample space for physical education and community sport events. The school places a strong emphasis on experiential learning, particularly through its STEM programme where pupils regularly engage in hands‑on activities and experiments that encourage curiosity and problem‑solving. This focus on practical inquiry is complemented by a broad extracurricular programme, highlighted by recent successes in badminton, a sports quiz, and an art competition, demonstrating the school’s commitment to nurturing talent across a range of disciplines. Together, the modern facilities and a balanced curriculum aim to foster confident, well‑rounded learners who are prepared for the challenges of the future.