Aug. 18, 2026 -
The new DfE enrichment framework sets out eight enrichment benchmarks to help schools and colleges in England review, strengthen and improve their offer, with a clear focus on access, breadth, communication, partnership, outcomes and continuous improvement. Explore the benchmarks for schools and discover how Purple Mash can help primary schools offer broad, inclusive and engaging enrichment opportunities.
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...
Sept. 14, 2026 -
Autumn offers amazing opportunities for learning, noticing the world around us changing. Whether you're a teacher, tutor or parent looking for fun, educational ideas, there are so many ways to make learning come alive this term. Read our blog for ideas to inspire both classroom and home learning this term.
April 1, 2026 -
Get parents engaged with their child's learning with the Parent Portal, a safe and secure space where they can see their child's work, feedback and activity on Purple Mash.
May 3, 2023 -
Each month we will be highlighting a #MashoftheMonth, this will focus on a tool or application within Purple Mash and how it can be used within the classroom to support learning across the curriculum. During the month, if you share how you have used #MashoftheMonth, you will then be entered into a draw to win a 2Simple Goody Bag!