How Purple Mash Supports Schools in Meeting the Government Digital and Technology Standards

Sept. 17, 2025 -

The Government's Digital and Technology Standards are guidelines that aim to support your school in using the right digital infrastructure and technology, leading to safer, more cost-efficient practices and new learning opportunities for students. Discover how Purple Mash supports schools in meeting these standards in this blog.

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The Government's Digital and Technology Standards are guidelines that aim to support your school in using …
Ofsted’s New Report Cards: Why Know My School Was Ahead of the Curve

Sept. 12, 2025 -

Wrapping your head around Ofsted's new report cards? Find out more about the changes to their inspections and judgements in this helpful blog, where we show you how Know my School has kept ahead of the news and is always adapting to schools' needs.

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Wrapping your head around Ofsted's new report cards? Find out more about the changes to their …
Brainchild: The new book from Purple Mash Publishing

Sept. 12, 2025 -

Introducing a brand-new book from Purple Mash Publishing, written by Ivor Baddiel and Jonny Zucker: Brainchild! It's an exciting book for 10-15 year olds which explores the battle between good and evil, and the limits and ethics of medicine.

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Introducing a brand-new book from Purple Mash Publishing, written by Ivor Baddiel and Jonny Zucker: Brainchild! …
Fairtrade Fortnight 2025 - 22nd Sept-5th Oct

Sept. 11, 2025 -

Celebrate Fairtrade this fortnight with resources on Purple Mash.

Fairtrade Fortnight aims to put a spotlight on trade. When trade is fair it has the potential to improve the lives of the farmers and workers who grow our food and make the world a better place. This year's theme is 'brew it fair' and focuses on the tea trade.

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Celebrate Fairtrade this fortnight with resources on Purple Mash.Fairtrade Fortnight aims to put a spotlight on …
National Coding Week 2025

Sept. 11, 2025 -

This year will be the last National Coding Week - it will run from 15th to 21st September and this year has the theme of AI.

In addition to the theme, there are a number of ways that schools can get involved: run a coding challenge for students, take part in the Digital skills Challenge or showcase how you are supporting coding in the school.

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This year will be the last National Coding Week - it will run from 15th to …