Prison school was a school which once existed in Co. Mayo in a townland called Prison East which lies between Ball and Manulla. It was opened it doors in 1850 and was finally closed in 1970. The school had educated many children from the surrounding areas of Balla Town. For a short time, the old schoolhouse was used for social events such as Bingo and local dances. Now the school building remains used only opening for the odd reunion of the past pupils. Many of the people connected to the school have passed on. This site was created to give Prison (also spelt Prizon) school it digital footprint and celebrate the past pupils, teachers and locals involved in the school. Although they may have left us, their voices and memories are still with us.