Activities for Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Day)

Feb. 13, 2026 -

Celebrate Shrove Tuesday by exploring the Christian story behind its origins, and introducing the season of Lent, or celebrate with pancake-themed activities from Purple Mash in your classroom.

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Celebrate Shrove Tuesday by exploring the Christian story behind its origins, and introducing the season of …
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 …
The Bett show series | Purple Mash

March 14, 2022 -

The leading EdTech trade show in the UK is back and we'll be there! Bett 2022 is a free event that is taking place from 23rd to 25th March 2022 at London Excel. Each day in the run up to #BETT2022 we will be showcasing one of our products that you can find out more about at the show. Just visit us on stand NE61 in the Teaching and Learning area.

What better place to start than with Purple Mash. Purple Mash is all about creativity, communication, and collaboration. It is your complete online solution for Primary Education, which is why thousands of schools use the package as an integrated resource to deliver teaching and learning in school from nursery to year 6.

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The leading EdTech trade show in the UK is back and we'll be there! Bett 2022 …
Supporting SEND Children and Schools with Evidence Me

Aug. 1, 2024 -

How Evidence Me Supports SEND Pupils and Specialist Schools

A flexible assessment tool that empowers educators in SEND settings

Teachers in specialist settings face a unique set of challenges: capturing meaningful progress, tailoring learning frameworks, and communicating effectively with families. Evidence Me is a flexible SEND assessment tool designed to meet those needs - saving time while improving the quality of your tracking, reporting and planning.

Whether you're working in a PMLD school or an inclusive mainstream classroom, here are the key ways Evidence Me makes a difference.

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How Evidence Me Supports SEND Pupils and Specialist SchoolsA flexible assessment tool that empowers educators in …
Who will be the ultimate Taskmasher?

April 30, 2025 -

Purple Mash and Taskmaster Education have joined forces to find the next Taskmasher, and your pupils are invited to take part in the challenge! Get ready for a competition filled with creativity, laughter, and brilliantly silly challenges, all inspired by the hit TV show Taskmaster!  Read the blog to find out more.

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Purple Mash and Taskmaster Education have joined forces to find the next Taskmasher, and your pupils …