Back to School: Tips for Teachers

Sept. 1, 2026 -

Top tips for teachers to save time, boost engagement and support learning this September in the primary classroom.

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Top tips for teachers to save time, boost engagement and support learning this September in the …
Children's Art Week

June 12, 2023 -

Children’s Art Week takes place over three weeks from 29th June to 19th July. The celebration of the visual arts aims to encourage families and children to take part in creative activities that they may not have tried before.

During the three weeks, creative activities take place across the UK, both virtually and in-person, and there are a host of opportunities for children to be inspired. Let's discover some of the ways you can get creative with the virtual paint tools inside Purple Mash.

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Children’s Art Week takes place over three weeks from 29th June to 19th July. The celebration …
Ramadan and Eid Activities on Purple Mash

Feb. 5, 2026 -

Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year for Muslims and takes place during the ninth month of their calendar. This year the period of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community is expected to start on 17th February and will run until either 18th or 19th March. Here, we highlight some resources you can use within Purple Mash to teach your pupils about Ramadan during this time and beyond.

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Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year for Muslims and takes place during the …
Create even more with the Purple Mash AI Add-On

May 14, 2026 -

AI is being used by teachers more than ever before - while many of us are curious about the benefits, there is still some apprehension about how to ensure it's being used safely and responsibly.

That's why we're very excited about the Purple Mash AI Add-On: a simple, safe way to use AI inside the trusted Purple Mash platform.

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AI is being used by teachers more than ever before - while many of us are …
World Wildlife Day - 3rd March

Feb. 21, 2024 -

On March 3rd, it is World Wildlife Day, a time to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild animals and plants. The theme for World Wildlife Day 2024 is ‘Connecting People and Planet: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation’, and the focus is on how digital conservation technologies can help wildlife conservation. There’s a wide range of educational resources available within Purple Mash that support the theme that you can use to celebrate World Wildlife Day.

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On March 3rd, it is World Wildlife Day, a time to celebrate and raise awareness of …