How to Teach Computing in Primary Schools (even if you're not a specialist)

July 21, 2026 -

Teaching primary Computing can feel overwhelming, particularly if you're not a Computing specialist. From managing logins to teaching coding, online safety and digital literacy, many teachers are expected to deliver high-quality Computing lessons with limited subject knowledge. In this blog, Allen Tsui shares how Purple Mash helps teachers deliver engaging Computing lessons that build confidence, save time and improve outcomes for pupils.

AT Computing Specialist guest blog
Teaching primary Computing can feel overwhelming, particularly if you're not a Computing specialist. From managing logins …
How to use Purple Mash in the Classroom: Practical Tips for Teachers

Aug. 27, 2026 -

Find out how to make the most of Purple Mash, our complete solution for the primary school computing curriculum, plus maths, English and much more. Get practical tips for use in the classroom and beyond, including how to use the platform across the curriculum.

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Find out how to make the most of Purple Mash, our complete solution for the primary …
Using Purple Mash on Outdoor Classroom Day

Nov. 4, 2025 -

Outdoor Classroom Day is a global movement to inspire and celebrate outdoor play and learning at school and at home. The twice-yearly event is a time for teachers to celebrate with a special day outdoors for their class.

There are plenty of outdoor learning activities that you can use to stimulate outdoor exploration and build on learning, come rain or shine...

Outdoor classroom
Outdoor Classroom Day is a global movement to inspire and celebrate outdoor play and learning at …
Go Mega for Maths on NSPCC Number Day

Jan. 19, 2026 -

Take a look at our number-filled learning activities and teaching resources for NSPCC's 26th number day on Friday 6th February.

NSPCC Number Day Blog
Take a look at our number-filled learning activities and teaching resources for NSPCC's 26th number day …
Independent Study shows impact of Purple Mash

Nov. 2, 2022 -

Earlier this year, 2Simple commissioned an independent research review to identify the extent to which Purple Mash supports the aims and requirements of the National Curriculum for Computing, and how it delivers on our aim to provide excellent, accessible and inspiring software which encourages children to love learning, raises standards and reduces teacher workload. The results have now been published and these are the main findings...

Purple Mash The Evidence & The Impact
Earlier this year, 2Simple commissioned an independent research review to identify the extent to which Purple …