Buy Nothing Day

Nov. 26, 2025 -

Looking to avoid Black Friday and all the supposed 'bargains'? Why not celebrate Buy Nothing Day instead? This year, we're supporting Children's Book Project in their mission of collecting one million books and redistributing them to children who do not have a book of their own. Find out more about how you can join and donate your own books in our blog.

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Looking to avoid Black Friday and all the supposed 'bargains'? Why not celebrate Buy Nothing Day …
Teacher's Guide to the Curriculum Review and DfE Response

Nov. 20, 2025 -

Find out the important recommendations of the Curriculum Review for all subjects within UK Primary Schools, in an easy-to-read summary. Find resources from Purple Mash to help navigate the potential changes to the National Curriculum.

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Find out the important recommendations of the Curriculum Review for all subjects within UK Primary Schools, …
Features in Evidence Me you might have missed

Nov. 6, 2025 -

There’s more to Evidence Me than you think! Explore clever features you might have missed and see how they can help you work smarter and stay connected with parents.

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There’s more to Evidence Me than you think! Explore clever features you might have missed and …
Parliament Week Classroom Lesson Ideas

Nov. 5, 2025 -

Teach your class about the role of Parliament during UK Parliament Week. Use Purple Mash resources to plan and host debates, research famous politicians and even build models of the Houses of Parliament. Perfect for Primary School pupils wanting to learn more about Parliament!

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Teach your class about the role of Parliament during UK Parliament Week. Use Purple Mash resources …
National Author's Day

Oct. 28, 2025 -

National Author's Day is celebrated on 1st November each year. This year, celebrate our writer in residence, Ivor Baddiel, and find out more about his new book, Brainchild.

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National Author's Day is celebrated on 1st November each year. This year, celebrate our writer in …