LOOKING FOR A
TRINKET REPLACEMENT?
Trinket is shutting down. Python Go is here to help.
Built for schools. Ready today. Free 21-day trial.
If your school has been using Trinket for Python lessons, you need a replacement now. Python Go was built specifically to solve this problem — a lightweight, browser-based Python IDE that works on low-spec school computers, with no install and no student accounts needed.
WHY SCHOOLS ARE SWITCHING TO PYTHON GO
Trinket was popular in schools because it was simple, browser-based and required no install. Python Go was designed with exactly those same principles in mind — but built from the ground up for the realities of modern school IT, with better performance on older hardware and a clean, distraction-free interface your students will find familiar.
Python Go runs entirely in the browser using Pyodide — a full Python runtime compiled to WebAssembly. That means real Python, real turtle graphics, real file handling — all without installing anything or creating student accounts.
TRINKET vs PYTHON GO
| Feature | Trinket | Python Go |
|---|---|---|
| Here to stay | ❌ Shutting down | ✅ Live now and going nowhere |
| iFrame embed your code on your VLE for your students | ✅ Yes - but requires individual teacher account and code saved on their server | ✅ Yes - simple and easy with just two clicks! |
| Browser based | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| No install needed | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Turtle graphics | ✅ Yes | ✅ Full Edexcel GCSE PLS support |
| No student accounts | ❌ Requires individual student accounts to save python 3 files | ✅ One school password |
| GDPR | ❌ Stores student code/data | ✅ No student data stored |
| Performance | ❌ Some issues with slow access times when running student code on the server | ✅ Optimised for school PCs - code runs fast, even on ageing Chromebooks |
| File handling | ✅ Multiple files, tabs | ✅ Multiple files, tabs |
| Turtle canvas customisation | ❌ Limited - white canvas on white background | ✅ Clear canvas outlines for easier understanding of the drawing area dimensions |
| Sample library of python code examples | ❌ No | ✅ Python 3 examples and graphical demos - selectable from a drop down menu right inside the app |
| Indentation guidelines for beginner programmers | ❌ No | ✅ Can be toggled on/off for more advanced coders |
| Text zoom | ❌ Zoom in too much and the code window and/or output window disappears | ✅ Independent text zooming while leaving the turtle canvas normal size |
| Ability to turn off turtle canvas and/or text output window independently | ❌ No | ✅ Yes - You can have either or both...all of the time |
| Pygame support | ✅ Yes | ❌ Not yet — planned for a future version |
| Ability to share code via a link | ❌ Requires an individual student account login | ✅ Yes, student code is stored inside the URL and can be sent to teachers for marking! |
| Download button to save turtle drawing as .png | ❌ No | ✅ Yes - one click and students can hand in their work as a .png |
| Auto-complete for faster programming | ❌ No | ✅ Yes - grouped into handy categories, including students' own variables |
| Infinite loop protection | ❌ No | ✅ Yes - student friendly warnings for infinite loops - code can always be stopped |
EVERYTHING YOUR STUDENTS NEED
Python Go is £249 per school per year — that's the whole school, unlimited students, unlimited classes, one password. No per-student fees, no hidden costs.
⚡ Early adopter offer: Schools switching from Trinket can use code EARLY2026 for £199/year with a 3-year price lock. That's less than £17 per month for your entire school's Python provision.
A free 21-day trial is available with no payment details needed.
READY TO REPLACE TRINKET?
Get your school set up at the early adopters price. Trial accounts are so easy to set up for your whole school.
Huge discounts available for MATs wanting to purchase this for multiple schools.