Guidance for Using AI in Schools

Sept. 8, 2025 -

Been contemplating using AI to help with your work/life balance, but want to ensure AI is being used safely, responsibly and effectively in your school?

This blog explores the principles, risks and practical applications of AI in education, along with free resources to help your school develop a robust AI policy.

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Been contemplating using AI to help with your work/life balance, but want to ensure AI is …
What's New in Purple Mash... September 2026

Sept. 14, 2026 -

Find out everything that's new at 2Simple for the 2026/27 school year in this handy blog for you to read at your leisure. Included are improvements, updates and brand new releases for the whole of the last academic year.

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Find out everything that's new at 2Simple for the 2026/27 school year in this handy blog …
Touch Typing for Primary Schools with 2Type

March 12, 2026 -

Touch typing is an essential digital skill for children, so if you're looking for engaging touch typing games, activities and lessons for your Primary class, look no further! 2Type is an online tool with prebuilt activities and games which teach students how to type correctly on a QWERTY keyboard.

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Touch typing is an essential digital skill for children, so if you're looking for engaging touch …
Cycle to School Week for Primary Schools

Sept. 30, 2026 -

Cycle to School Week 2026 is taking place from 5th to 9th October. This national initiative encourages pupils, parents, carers and staff to leave the car at home and choose a healthier, cheaper and more environmentally friendly way to travel.

Find ways of encouraging children and families to take part, as well as useful resources and fun activities to use in school, from Purple Mash.

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Cycle to School Week 2026 is taking place from 5th to 9th October. This national initiative …
Useful resources for World Mental Health Day

Oct. 1, 2026 -

The World Health Organisation recognises World Mental Health Day on 10th October every year. The aim of the day is to raise awareness of mental health and to drive positive change for everyone's wellbeing.

In this blog, we look at a selection of free resources and ideas from around the web that you can use to get involved, raise awareness, and contribute to the cause. Please feel free to share them.

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The World Health Organisation recognises World Mental Health Day on 10th October every year. The aim …