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 …
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 …
National Author's Day

Oct. 28, 2025 -

National Author's Day is celebrated on 1st November each year. This year, celebrate our writer in residence, Ivor Baddiel, and find out more about his new book, Brainchild.

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National Author's Day is celebrated on 1st November each year. This year, celebrate our writer in …
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 …