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2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 11h

Been thinking about getting Purple Mash for your school but want to make sure it's right for you? Join our webinar on 14th October to see how Purple Mash can help your school: zurl.co/IIL3c

#PurpleMash #PrimaryComputing #DigitalTeaching #DigitalLearning #DigitalCurriculum #PrimaryCurriculum

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 1d

🚨 SERIES 3: OUT NOW 🚨 Our super-popular educational workbooks have a brand new series which is available now: zurl.co/Fg20z

#Textbooks #Workbooks #Education #HomeLearning #HomeEducation #HomeEd #Revision #KS2 #KS1 #PrimaryEducation

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 2d

Purple Mash AI has launched, and we don't want you to miss your chance to explore AI made for education:
- Create quizzes in seconds
- Full Purple Mash integration
- Teacher-only secure access
Sign up as an Early Adopter and benefit from a reduced price: zurl.co/uLmm3

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2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 2d

🙌 With Purple Mash, you’re never on your own.
From onboarding to CPD, we provide the support you need to get the most out of our platform - every step of the way.
Find out more: zurl.co/aubMO

#PurpleMash #Computing #PrimaryComputing #ComputingTeacher #ComputingLead

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 3d

Still juggling notebooks, sticky notes, and random photos?
There’s a simpler way to document learning.
Evidence Me helps you:
✔️ Save hours of admin
✔️ Track progress instantly
✔️ Build & share learning journeys effortlessly
📲 All from one secure, teacher-friendly app.
Explore it here: zurl.co/VRudh

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 4d

Create an instant eLibrary with a subscription to Serial Mash.
📚 Over 250 children's eBooks
🔎 DK Learning non-fiction books
📝 Online Reading Journal
📈 Track reading and progress
Try it now: zurl.co/WWOHH

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 7d

We've had amazing news that we're finalists in TWO Education Today School & Supplier Award categories:
⭐ 2Simple for Overall Supplier/Company of the Year
⭐ Purple Mash for Best Supplier of ICT Software
Thank-you to every-one who voted for us 💜

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2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 7d

Make learning meteoric next week - check out our blog for World Space Week ideas and activities: zurl.co/KJaqi 🚀🧑‍🚀🌕

#WorldSpaceWeek #Space #PrimaryScience #TeachPrimary #Teacher

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 8d

This brilliant Reception pupil at Willow Brook Primary used 2Go to code a bee’s movements for #NationalCodeWeek! 🌟 Big thanks to Mr Allen for teaching programming across the whole school – superstar teacher + superstar students!

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2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 8d

Cody wrote a poem for #NationalPoetryDay, he can't wait to see your students' creations 📝

#Primary #Poetry #ChildrensPoetry

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2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 9d

🚀 Space Week? 📖 Poetry Day? 🛜 Internet Safety?
From DK Learning's non-fiction Space titles to poetry-inspired writing tasks and fiction that sparks discussions, Serial Mash is your go-to reading resource all year round.

See what’s in the library: zurl.co/4ZLGQ

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2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 11d

Teach more than code - teach them how to think.
With Python in Pieces, pupils learn to think like developers and problem-solve like scientists, writers, and mathematicians.

It’s not just coding. It’s thinking, made visible.
Find out more: zurl.co/mk40z

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 14d

Kick off the new academic year by taking your Year5/6s to visit the National Holocaust Museum’s new primary-age exhibition: The Journey. We've partnered with them to create resources that support students and teachers in learning about this topic 🕯️
Access resources here: zurl.co/jcggV

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 14d

Happy #NationalTADay to all you amazing Teaching Assistants out there! 💜

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 16d

Treat yourself this #NationalFitnessDay: grab Striver's free trial pack to get your class active and engaged, while seeing how easy it is to use our full PE scheme of work platform. Download it here: zurl.co/3J2pG

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 17d

Try our learning stories platform, #EvidenceMe, and see how it makes gathering evidence for assessment a breeze 🍃: zurl.co/rSJz9

#EvidenceMe #SLT #SchoolObservation #AssessmentEvidence #SchoolAssessment #Reports

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 22d

#ReadAnEBookDay!
Discover Serial Mash, a library of online books which engage readers and support comprehension.
✔️ Weekly chapter releases
✔️ Built-in quizzes & writing tasks
✔️ Accessible anytime, anywhere

Start your eBook journey here: zurl.co/VpgFR

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2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 23d

Make the jump from blocks to Python with confidence! Python in Pieces helps KS3 students code independently, build problem-solving skills & boost fluency – no steep learning curve. 🐍 zurl.co/R9zV5

#ComputerScience #KS3coding #python #steam #coding #pythoncoding

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2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · 24d

With Know My School, everything’s connected—from self-evaluation and policy management to MAT-level insights. 🏫 One platform. One vision. One step ahead.

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#leadership #schoolleaders #schoolimprovement #headteachers

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · Sep 5

Start strong with Know My School. Get a clear, real-time view of your school’s strengths and areas for development—right from day one. 📊 Plan with confidence. Lead with clarity.

zurl.co/AeQPP

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · Sep 4

Little Learners, Big Mashing! Mini Mash helps EYFS children start strong in September: zurl.co/W5hVn

#MiniMash #EYFS #EarlyYears #ReceptionTeacher #EYFSTeacher

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · Sep 3

Book here: zurl.co/qzsOQ

#Webinar #Teachers #CPD #TeacherCPD #Computing #PurpleMash #EvidenceMe

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · Sep 2

We're starting off the new term with some amazing news: 2Simple have been shortlisted for Supplier of the Year in the Education Today School & Supplier Awards 🎉
✨ Cast your vote for the winners here: zurl.co/fskow

#EdTech #SchoolSupplier #SupplierOfTheYear #2Simple

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · Sep 1

Heard of Purple Mash but haven't tried it yet? Get a taster of how it can improve Computing standards in your school with the free Sample Pack: zurl.co/RM0QQ

#Computing #DigitalLearning #DigitalClassroom #EdTech #ComputingLead

2Simple @2simpleuk.bsky.social · Aug 28

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#leadership #schoolleaders #schoolimprovement #headteachers