Teaching Oracy in Primary Schools

May 28, 2025 -

Oracy is not just the new 'buzz' word - developing oracy at a young age has been proven to improve outcomes for young people. But what is oracy and how can you develop oracy skills in your classroom? Read our blog to find out and to access a free pack full of fun oracy activities!

teaching oracy in primary schools blog image
Oracy is not just the new 'buzz' word - developing oracy at a young age has …
Celebrating Mothers' Day in Schools

March 5, 2026 -

Looking for Mother’s Day activities to do in your classroom? Explore inclusive, thoughtful classroom ideas that celebrate mothers and special people while being sensitive to different family situations.

Mothers Day blog image
Looking for Mother’s Day activities to do in your classroom? Explore inclusive, thoughtful classroom ideas that …
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.

Guidance on AI for schools blog image
Been contemplating using AI to help with your work/life balance, but want to ensure AI is …
World Music Day - 21st June

May 27, 2026 -

World Music day is an annual celebration of all things music which takes place in over 125 countries and 1000 cities across the world on 21st June every year.  

Purple Mash has a wide variety of tools and resources to help you to celebrate World Music Day, either in school or at home. In this blog we look at different ways you can create compositions with Purple Mash and our Leavers Song Competition with Tracklab!

World Music Day FB.jpg
World Music day is an annual celebration of all things music which takes place in over …
Mash of the Month May - Tracklab

May 3, 2026 -

Each month we highlight a different tool or application within Purple Mash and how it can be used within the classroom to support learning across the curriculum. We call this the Mash of the Month, this month it's Tracklab.

During the month, if you share how you have used the #MashoftheMonth, you will then be entered into a draw to win a 2Simple Goody Bag!

Mash of the Month - Tracklab
Each month we highlight a different tool or application within Purple Mash and how it can …