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Discover how Purple Mash helps primary schools overcome challenges from the DfE's Technology in Schools Survey 2024–25, boosting staff confidence, digital skills, and learning outcomes.

World Environment Day, celebrated on June 5th, is a global event organized by the United Nations to raise awareness about environmental issues. The theme for 2026 is #NowForClimate, focusing climate change. In this blog, we offer a variety of activities and resources to help schools participate in #NowForClimate.

The Purple Mash Computing Scheme gives primary schools everything they need to confidently teach Computing from EYFS to Year 6. Fully aligned to the UK National Curriculum, it covers Computer Science, Information Technology and Digital Literacy, with ready-to-use lesson plans, teaching resources, assessment tools and a clear progression of skills and knowledge.

That's why the Computing Scheme is September's Mash of the Month!

Schools have until 31 December 2026 to publish their Inclusive Mainstream Fund strategies, outlining how they will strengthen inclusive practice and support all learners. In this blog, we'll explore how Purple Mash aligns with four of the Department for Education's key principles for inclusion and can help primary schools create more accessible, engaging and supportive learning experiences for every pupil.

Inspiring after-school clubs with Purple Mash: from coding and creative writing to music, art, and debate, discover fun, ready-to-use ideas to engage and excite pupils.