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Python in Pieces is an interactive coding environment, designed for Secondary Schools to enable teachers to confidently teach the Python language while fostering independent learning and giving hands-on experience for students.

In this blog we have hear from two of the developers of the program, where they discuss what Python in Pieces is, and how it supports computing in Secondary schools.

The Purple Mash Taskmasher competition gave children the chance to design their own Taskmaster style task! We had loads of brilliant, hilarious, and wonderfully weird task ideas sent in by pupils worldwide—and choosing the best ones was no easy job. Every entry showed just how creative, clever, and delightfully silly young Taskmasters can be.

As the new academic year approaches, we wanted to share with you some useful links we know will help you and your colleagues get started in 2025/26. In the post we'll cover account set up for Purple Mash admins, including data syncing and adding new classes; plus, we'll share useful tools and teacher resources to help you feel prepared at the start of the new year.

Explore what the 2024 Government Writing Framework means for you and your primary school. See how Purple Mash can support you with the Writing Framework recommendations from in EYFS to Year 6, including phonics, spelling, handwriting, grammar and composition.

Meet the Fruities and Veggies™ – a brand-new book series for children packed with fun, friendship, and healthy eating adventures! Written by Ivor Baddiel and illustrated by Brett Gowlett, with house designs by real pupils and support from One Stop and FareShare.