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COLLEGIATE JUNIOR SCHOOL FOR GIRLSRef: https://www.collegiate.co.za/info-tech/

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Collected on 6 August 2026

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What this means

This document is a section of the Collegiate Junior School for Girls website describing the school's Information and Communication Technology (ICT) programme. It outlines the use of Purple Mash software for Grades 1–7, computer lesson schedules by grade level, recommended free software for children, and the after-school Computer Club held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The school does not issue annual ICT reports but encourages parents to review their children's work via Purple Mash or personal computer files.

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digital learning platform accessOngoing

Access to Purple Mash software for Grades 1–7

Pupils in Grades 1–7 can access Purple Mash software using their personal login credentials. They can complete assigned tasks both at school and at home, helping them develop digital skills.

Who it is for
pupils in Grades 1–7
How to act on it
Use personal login name and password to access Purple Mash online
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Each girl has a login name and password and can work on the software at home or at school.
after-school computer clubOngoing

Computer Club for pupils

An after-school club where pupils can relax and engage in computer-based activities. The club runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 14:15 to 15:10, offering a fun and informal environment to use iPads or complete projects based on the school's character pillars.

Who it is for
pupils in Grades 1–7
How to act on it
Attend the session at the computer room during specified days and times
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Computer Club: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays after school (14:15 to 15:10)
free educational software downloadOngoing

Free downloadable software for children

The school recommends several free software programs such as Tux Typing, Tux Paint, Tux Maths, Drawing for children, and Microsoft Office for pupils to download and use at home to support their learning.

Who it is for
pupils in Grades 1–7
How to act on it
Download recommended software from official websites
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List of programs: Tux Typing (free download) Tux Paint (free download) Tux Maths (free download) Drawing for children (free download) Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Paint

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Reference

https://www.collegiate.co.za/info-tech/

Key Takeaways

  • Purple Mash software
  • Grades 1-7
  • computer lessons with Mrs Mani, Mrs Bentley, Mrs Mala
  • Tux Typing, Tux Paint, Tux Maths, Drawing for children, Microsoft Office
  • Computer Club: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 14:15–15:10
  • no annual ICT report
  • home row keys
  • mouse skills
  • keyboard recognition
  • Grades 3-7 Internet-based projects
  • Collegiate Junior School for Girls
  • Purple Mash
  • Tux Typing
  • Tux Paint
  • Tux Maths
  • Drawing for children
  • Microsoft Office
  • Encarta Kids
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