I can recommend you web2py: http://www.web2py.com/ It has been designed for didactical needs and has a low learning curve. Look at the manual extarct for an idea: Free manual chapters - http://mdp.cti.depaul.edu/examples/static/web2py_manual_cut.pdf or check the docs: http://www.web2py.com/examples/default/docs All the best, Timmie