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The new DfE enrichment framework sets out eight enrichment benchmarks to help schools and colleges in England review, strengthen and improve their offer, with a clear focus on access, breadth, communication, partnership, outcomes and continuous improvement. Explore the benchmarks for schools and discover how Purple Mash can help primary schools offer broad, inclusive and engaging enrichment opportunities.

We have launched a new competition for 2026, which is now open as of the 18th of May! The Tracklab Competition give's Year 6 students the opportunity to showcase their creativity and musical skills in teams of 2-6 to create a song about their time at Primary School.

There are many fantastic opportunities to celebrate maths in school, including national and international maths day and maths weeks. Whenever your school chooses to celebrate maths, use this blog to gather ideas and find exciting resources.

Each month we highlight a different tool or application within Purple Mash and how it can be used within the classroom to support learning across the curriculum. We call this the Mash of the Month, this month it's Tracklab.

During the month, if you share how you have used the #MashoftheMonth, you will then be entered into a draw to win a 2Simple Goody Bag!

The Commonwealth Games head to Birmingham this year, with the Opening Ceremony taking place on the 28th July and closing on 8th August. Get warmed up for them with a range of Purple Mash activities.