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Looking for fun and meaningful Year 6 projects after SATs? Explore engaging end-of-term ideas to keep pupils learning and making memories.

Stuck for where to look for help on Purple Mash? There's a whole load of ways in which we can support you while using our site.

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It’s never too early to start spreading the festive cheer, and that's why we're thrilled to announce that our annual Purple Mash Festive Card Competition is opening soon. It's time to put on your creative Santa hat and join the fun! Design a festive card about what the festive season means to you using 2Paint a Picture and you could win 50 cards with your design on as well as a £20 voucher and lots more goodies...

Anti-Bullying Week is coordinated In England and Wales by the Anti-Bullying Alliance and takes place from 10th-14th November 2025 with the theme Power for Good. Odd Socks Day will be held on Monday 10th November, where adults and children wear odd socks to celebrate what makes us all unique. In this post we look at resources from across the web that you can use to raise awareness.

Looking for National Storytelling Week 2026 ideas? Discover teacher-friendly activities, Purple Mash Library books, resources for the theme 'Soundtrack your Story,' and inspiration for the National Year of Reading.