STEM Resources for Primary Schools
Teach STEM with confidence
Give pupils the tools to explore, investigate and innovate with confidence. Purple Mash brings STEM learning to life through engaging, cross-curricular activities that develop problem-solving, creativity and digital skills while encouraging curiosity about the world around them.
Science Resources in Purple Mash
Bring Science to life with a wide range of ready-made resources and tools to be used in Science lessons.
Inside Purple Mash, you will find:
✅ClickView Videos
✅ DK Learning Books on Science curriculum topics
✅ Labelling activities
✅ Science resources covering Plants, Animals, Materials, Space, Forces and lots more
Women In STEM
Inspire the next generation of innovators with our Women in STEM resources on Purple Mash.
Highlighting the groundbreaking contributions of women who have reshaped the world through their relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation in STEM fields, our resources serve as way to encourage children to dream big and work hard.
From astronauts breaking the bonds of Earth to computer scientists programming the future, each poster is a window into the lives and accomplishments of role models who defy stereotypes and pave the way for a more inclusive future.
Robotics, Coding and Physical Computing
Bring coding to life with Purple Mash’s range of physical computing tools and projects. From curriculum-aligned micro:bit lessons with step-by-step guidance and videos, to live data logging with 2Graph, pupils can explore programming, data analysis and problem-solving in engaging, hands-on ways.
Students can also code and control real-world devices using the Purple Chip app, turning phones and tablets into interactive controllers, sensors and game pads. For even more practical learning, Mai‑Z the MouseBot helps pupils see the real-world impact of their code through fun robotics activities that support computing skills development across the primary curriculum.
Design & Technology Resources
2Design and Make
2Design and Make lets children design 2D shapes, 3D shapes and nets on screen before printing and building them. Using templates such as vehicles, houses and geometric shapes, it supports learning across Design, Maths and topic work. Models can also be exported for 3D printing, either in school or through external 3D printing services.
Maths tools and ready-made resources
Support maths teaching with a range of open-ended tools that let children create everything from pictograms to spreadsheets. You'll also enjoy access to hundreds of ready-made themed maths games and resources organised into topics.
Here’s a selection of tools and resources you’ll find inside in Purple Mash:
- 2Calculate - Spreadsheet tool for exploring calculations and data handling
- 2Investigate - Create and explore databases, practice sorting, filtering and analysing data
- 2Graph - Create and compare line, bar, block, and pie charts
- Online quizzes - Self-marking activities that save you time
- Printable resources - Worksheets, fraction walls, dominoes and visual aids
Maths Games and Multiplication Tables Check
Children can strengthen their arithmetic, multiplication and problem-solving skills through a range of fun maths games. Children can learn and reinforce their 1–12 times tables with games such as Table Toons, where they create times table songs with cartoon characters, and Monster Multiplication, where correct answers help their monster grow. They can also develop wider maths skills in games like Fractonio’s Pizzeria and 2Race, where solving sums makes their kart go faster.
The Multiplication Tables Check tool is designed to prepare children for the Year 4 Multiplication Tables Check, allowing teachers to tailor practise, track progress, and provide targeted support. Games can be played in class or set as homework, with scores saved online so teachers can easily monitor each child’s progress.
Evidence-backed
Purple Mash is a proven success story. Don’t just take our word for it – our schools rave about it, the children love it, its award-winning and independent research confirms its impact. Dive into the full executive summary here.
- 98% of teachers and leaders surveyed, reported that Purple Mash effectively scaffolds children from first experiences online towards confident use of secondary school and workplace technologies.
- 89% reported Purple Mash as a significant contributor in reducing teacher workload.
- Purple Mash is seen as highly inclusive, widely accessible and deeply trusted by teachers, parents and children as well as by inspectors.
The pre-made Maths quizzes, modules and games are targeted to the curriculum and teachers have the power to edit or create their own to suit their maths focus. The class also loves the coding activities and students have created their own 3D games using “2DIY3D”.
Brendon Deith, Digital Learning Technologies Coordinator
Donvale Christian College
I've found Purple Mash easy to use and a fantastic tool, filled with an abundance of resources/plans/activities/assessments. When I use Purple Mash for a topic, I don't need to find resources elsewhere.
Preetha Lowden, Teacher
Whytrig Community Middle School
Purple Mash has that unlimited CPD that they can work for the individual teachers in whatever area the curriculum, but it also means that the resources in place allow anyone covering to continue the curriculum to a decent standard, because it's and it's enriched by strong pedagogical principles.
Dan Wiltshire, Headteacher
Brickhill Primary
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