Quick activities, assembly slides and discussion starters help children learn, ask questions and feel included - whether you’re introducing Purple Day in a classroom or exploring it together at home. These simple, flexible materials build understanding in a way that suits your setting.

Getting started

This section includes simple, ready‑to‑use resources to help you get going. You’ll find template letters to help you contact your school, along with a flyer you can share to encourage involvement and spread the word more widely.

Primary Schools

These resources help primary schools across the UK talk about epilepsy in a simple, reassuring way. With easy‑to‑use letters, activities and assemblies for primary‑aged pupils, they support inclusive conversations in classrooms, assemblies or on Purple Day.

Secondary Schools

These resources support secondary schools across the UK to talk openly about epilepsy, challenge stigma and promote inclusion. Featuring youth‑led content, real experiences and clear information, they’re designed for use in assemblies, lessons or Purple Day activities with secondary‑aged students.

A slide introducing an assembly presentation for secondary schools on behalf of Young Epilepsy

Youth‑led assembly video

Created by young people living with epilepsy through the YELL project, this video uses real stories and honest conversations to challenge stigma, promote inclusion and help secondary‑aged students better understand epilepsy - wherever they’re learning.

Watch, share, use in your school

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Plan your fundraising

Download simple guides and checklists help you choose your activity, set a date and feel ready to begin.

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Run your fundraising

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Share your fundraising

Download ready‑made assets help you tell people what you’re doing and inspire others to get involved.