How to use Purple Mash in the Classroom: Practical Tips for Teachers

Aug. 27, 2026 -

Find out how to make the most of Purple Mash, our complete solution for the primary school computing curriculum, plus maths, English and much more. Get practical tips for use in the classroom and beyond, including how to use the platform across the curriculum.

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Find out how to make the most of Purple Mash, our complete solution for the primary …
July's Mash of the Month

July 3, 2023 -

The Mash of the Month for June is Serial Mash, our online library for reading and comprehension that inspires children to read. This month we are launching our #SerialMashSummer Reading Challenge.

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The Mash of the Month for June is Serial Mash, our online library for reading and …
Using Purple Mash on Outdoor Classroom Day

Nov. 4, 2025 -

Outdoor Classroom Day is a global movement to inspire and celebrate outdoor play and learning at school and at home. The twice-yearly event is a time for teachers to celebrate with a special day outdoors for their class.

There are plenty of outdoor learning activities that you can use to stimulate outdoor exploration and build on learning, come rain or shine...

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Outdoor Classroom Day is a global movement to inspire and celebrate outdoor play and learning at …
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 …
Become a Data Detective with our Mash of the Month

Jan. 6, 2023 -

Find out about our tool Data Detectives - it's January's #MashoftheMonth! We share top tips for using it in class, and if you share how your class are using it then you'll be entered into a draw to win a 2Simple goody bag.

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Find out about our tool Data Detectives - it's January's #MashoftheMonth! We share top tips for …