At Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School, we encourage pupils to make the most of our online learning platforms to develop independence, confidence and a love of learning. These resources can be accessed both in school and at home to support learning across the curriculum.
📚 Doodle Learning
Doodle Learning provides personalised activities that adapt to each child's individual strengths and next steps.
Children can access:
- DoodleMaths for number fluency, reasoning and problem-solving.
- DoodleEnglish for grammar, punctuation, reading and writing skills.
- DoodleSpell for spelling practice and vocabulary development.
Regular use helps pupils build confidence and make steady progress through short, engaging activities.
👉 Access using your school login details.
💻 Purple Mash
Purple Mash is an exciting online learning platform used across many subjects.
Through Purple Mash, pupils can:
- Develop coding and computing skills.
- Create presentations, animations and digital artwork.
- Complete activities set by their teacher.
- Explore educational games and challenges.
- Share and celebrate their work.
👉 Access using your school login details.
📖 Read Write Inc. Phonics
Read Write Inc. is the phonics programme used in school to help children develop early reading, spelling and writing skills.
Parents can access a range of free resources including:
- Phonics pronunciation guides.
- Parent support videos.
- Reading guidance.
- Speed Sound practice sheets.
- Free eBooks through Oxford Owl. [ruthmiskin.com], [home.oxfordowl.co.uk]
Useful Links
👉 https://www.ruthmiskin.com/parentsandcarers/ [ruthmiskin.com]
👉 https://home.oxfordowl.co.uk/reading/reading-schemes-oxford-levels/read-write-inc-phonics-guide/ [home.oxfordowl.co.uk]
Teachers may also share additional resources and home learning activities to support your child's phonics journey. [ruthmiskin.com], [global.oup.com]
🔤 IDL Literacy & Numeracy
IDL Literacy is a specialist programme that supports pupils with reading, maths and spelling difficulties, including dyslexia.
The programme helps children to:
- Improve reading accuracy and fluency.
- Develop spelling skills.
- Increase confidence in literacy.
- Learn through structured, multi-sensory activities.
- Number bonds and fundamental maths skills.
Some pupils may be given access to IDL as part of their personalised learning programme.
👉 Access using your school login details where provided.
⏱️ White Rose 1-Minute Maths
White Rose 1-Minute Maths is a free app designed to build confidence and fluency in key maths skills.
Children can practise:
- Addition and subtraction
- Multiplication and division
- Number bonds
- Place value
- Mathematical fluency
Just one minute a day can make a big difference!
👉 https://whiteroseeducation.com/1-minute-maths
🌟 Additional Free Learning Websites
These free websites offer further opportunities for learning and exploration at home.
📖 BBC Bitesize
Interactive lessons, videos and games covering English, Maths, Science, History, Geography and more.
👉 https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize
🔢 Topmarks
A wide range of educational games supporting maths, phonics and problem-solving skills.
👉 https://www.topmarks.co.uk
🏛️ Oak National Academy
Free online lessons and resources covering a broad range of curriculum subjects.
👉 https://www.thenational.academy
🧩 ICT Games
Interactive games designed to support phonics, spelling and mathematics learning.
👉 https://www.ictgames.com
🌍 National Geographic Kids
Explore fascinating facts, videos and activities about animals, science and the wider world.
👉 https://www.natgeokids.com/uk
🛡️ Staying Safe Online
When learning online, remember to:
✅ Keep your passwords private.
✅ Think carefully before sharing information online.
✅ Be kind and respectful to others.
✅ Tell a trusted adult if something online makes you feel worried or uncomfortable.
Please visit our Online Safety page for further information and support.