Forbes North Public School has experienced significant growth in recent years and has a current enrolment of 260 students. This is a reflection of quality teaching and learning and the implementation of excellent programs which address the learning needs of all students. The school received a Director-General's School Achievement Award in 2010 for 'achieving success in the NAPLAN through exemplary programs and practice'. Students are encouraged to do their personal best in a safe and caring environment. There is a strong emphasis on improving student literacy through 'Reading to Learn' and numeracy with a focus on engaging students through interactive whiteboard technology for improved learning. The school is proud of the genuine partnership that exists between home and the school and offers a number of parent education classes to help parents and carers engage more fully with their child's learning at school and at home. The school also has a strong focus on sport, healthy lifestyle and environmental education, which is exemplified through the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen/Garden Program. The school is recognised for its outstanding student welfare programs which promote positive behaviour learning, for the strong partnership which exists with the Aboriginal community, in particular for its Wiradjuri Language Program, and for its outstanding prior to school transition program 'Link Up to School'.