Serial Mash is a growing online library of books which is included with Purplemash. The books are aimed at children aged 5-11. All pupils at Gosford Park have access to over 100 online books. The love of reading is one of the most important life ‘skills/lessons’ we can foster in our students. A book has […]
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Will your kids be playing video games during the holidays? Here is an expert resource designed to help young people to game online safely. Online gaming is hugely popular with children and young people. Research conducted by OFCOM shows that gaming is still one of the top activities enjoyed by 5-16 year olds online, with many
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🎙️ Exciting News! 🎉 Introducing our brand-new school podcast – “School Chatterbox Adventures“! 🌟 Join us the Gosford Park Digital Leaders on this fantastic journey as we delve into the wonderful world of our school, telling awful jokes, interesting facts, sharing stories, exploring interesting topics, and having a blast together! 🏫🎤 From fun classroom moments
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From 4th – 10th December it is Computer Science Education week. Explore a selection of resources and tools to help you get involved with Computer Science Education Week on Purplemash. Computer Science education week (CSEd Week) is held annually in recognition of the birthday of computing pioneer Admiral Grace Murray Hooper. This year the week runs from
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We now have Digital Leaders for the school. Children who have been chosen to become a Digital leader are now available to help and support in using technology effectively and safely at our school. A Digital Leader is a fantastic opportunity for them to take on responsibility, learn new skills, develop and demonstrate leadership skills
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To advance the computing curriculum and cross-curriculum use of technology in school, we now have a set of 30x BBC Micro:bits & the ability to code using the Purplemash Purple Chip app. 1. A Micro:bit is a pocket-sized, programmable computer that introduces students to the world of coding in a fun and interactive way. Its
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Digital Leaders are children with a passion for technology who want to share their knowledge with others and promote the use of all things digital throughout the school. Being a Digital Leader is a fantastic opportunity to take on responsibility, learn new skills, develop and demonstrate leadership skills and be a real help for busy
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Year 6 have started their lessons for Design & Technology using LEGO Education Spike to investigate, brain-storm, refine and test prototypes. Lego Education SPIKE is a versatile tool that can be used in a variety of classroom settings. The system allows students to build and program robots using a range of sensors and motors. This
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As Computing is a statutory subject, all classes teach and learn Computing at least once a week as well as discreetly with other subjects. Computing is mapped out across our curriculum using the Purple Mash scheme of work focusing on the objectives stated in the National Curriculum. Our computing curriculum allows for a progression of
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To make the most of the internet, children need to make smart decisions. Be Internet Legends empowers younger children to use the web safely and wisely, so they can be confident explorers of the online world. Check out the Be Legends game and information on how to use and be safe below: Play – Interland
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