From Classroom Creativity to Real Fundraising: How St John’s Primary School raised money while teaching real-world financial skills

Oct. 13, 2026 -

Fundraising Studio in Purple Mash is a simple way for schools to raise money by turning pupils’ digital artwork into real printed products, like tea towels, that families can buy. It’s quick to set up, easy to run, and links directly to learning in the classroom. At St John’s Primary, where funding is tight, this made an immediate difference.

Read all about their fundraising success and how they raised over £250 for their school!

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Fundraising Studio in Purple Mash is a simple way for schools to raise money by turning …
EduFootyAid is Back - Bigger, Better and Nationwide in 2025!

Aug. 14, 2025 -

EduFootyAid - the charity football event for teachers and school staff - is back, bigger than ever and it's going Nationwide! Find out how to get involved in one of the UK's most exciting charity football matches while raising money for charity.

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EduFootyAid - the charity football event for teachers and school staff - is back, bigger than …
Building a Better Home-School Connection with the Purple Mash Parent Portal

April 1, 2026 -

Get parents engaged with their child's learning with the Parent Portal, a safe and secure space where they can see their child's work, feedback and activity on Purple Mash.

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Get parents engaged with their child's learning with the Parent Portal, a safe and secure space …
Python in Pieces Wins Educational Resources Award (ERA)

April 19, 2024 -

We're thrilled to announce that Python in Pieces has won an Educational Resources Award (ERA) in the Secondary Resource or Equipment – ICT category!

Although we have always been proud of how well Python in Pieces supports schools with transitioning students from block code to text-based coding, it's fantastic to have this recognised by ERA's panel of judges.

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We're thrilled to announce that Python in Pieces has won an Educational Resources Award (ERA) in …
Fun activities for Comic Relief

March 3, 2026 -

Red Nose Day is back on Friday 20th March and there's loads of fun activities that schools can get involved in to help raise funds.

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Red Nose Day is back on Friday 20th March and there's loads of fun activities that …