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Purple Mash review by Computing teacher

Date: 07.07.2022

The programmes are easy to use, very clear for learners even those of young ages, versatile to suit different contexts and subjects...

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Kapow Primary review by Catharina

Date: 07.07.2022

The Children are very engaged. It is enjoyed by the teachers as well - keeps lively. It is also good for teacher workload as all done for you....

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Purple Mash review by Rebecca

Date: 07.07.2022

A brillant resource that has curriculum maps and coverage...

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Purple Mash review by Computing teacher

Date: 07.07.2022

Being able to log on in class and remotely. Children are set tasks and it’s great for homework. Coding is simple to understand and follow. The examples are current and relatable. ...

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Purple Mash review by Computing teacher

Date: 07.07.2022

Supports children''s ICT development, children enjoy it, are able to use it at home.Take a long time to sign everyone in...

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Purple Mash review by Anita R

Date: 07.07.2022

It is easy to use with clear lesson plans and PowerPoints. There are also assessment activities. We have mixed age classes and it enables us to match the units onto our long term map. ...

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Kapow Primary review by Emily C

Date: 07.07.2022

Within the computing planning there is a very clear progression of skills which spans across both key stages. A weakness would be that the extensions are sometimes lacking....

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Purple Mash review by Ian T

Date: 07.07.2022

Lots of opportunity for coding with younger pupils - we use some of the resources for cross-curricular coverage but this can be time consuming to do....

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Discovery Espresso review by Sean H

Date: 07.07.2022

Strengths: A wide range of ways to teach the same objective i.e. through block coding and through Python.Weaknesses: Setting up child access is time consuming and logging in using QR codes doesn’t always work....

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Purple Mash review by Jan B

Date: 07.07.2022

Great tool to support in teaching coding especially for less confident teachers. Enjoyable and clear for pupils who probably pick it up faster than their teachers anyway. Great for home use too during lockdowns. Also super cross...

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Purple Mash review by Jim Maloney

Date: 07.07.2022

It contains a range of activities aligned to the Welsh ICT and DCF curriculum that are easy to access...

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Purple Mash review by Tarporley Head

Date: 07.07.2022

Great userability for the children and staff alike. Can be accessed both in home and in school. Children engagement levels high. Skills taught in a fund engaging way...

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Purple Mash review by Stephen G

Date: 07.07.2022

Strengths:The Computing resources provide a comprehensive set of resources for teaching and learning. Teachers who are not confident to teach Computing are provided with all the resources that are needed with detailed lesson plans to...

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Purple Mash review by Lee Robinson

Date: 07.07.2022

Simple steps for basic coding and easy to follow and review. Easy access and a range of levels available...

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Purple Mash review by Robin

Date: 07.07.2022

Fulfils an ambitious curriculum effortlessly...

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