Whether you’re teaching budgeting, saving, or spending wisely, MoneySense offers free, curriculum-linked resources that make financial learning fun and accessible.
What Is MoneySense?
MoneySense is a free financial education initiative developed by NatWest, aimed at helping young people build money skills for life. It provides teachers with high-quality lesson plans, interactive activities, and real-world scenarios to support financial literacy across primary and secondary schools.
What Resources Are Available?
MoneySense offers a wide range of materials tailored to different age groups:
- Primary Resources: Activities that introduce basic money concepts like coins, needs vs wants, and saving.
- Secondary Resources: Lessons on budgeting, bank accounts, fraud awareness, and financial planning.
- Interactive Tools: Online games and quizzes that reinforce learning in a fun and engaging way.
- Teacher Guides: Support for delivering lessons confidently and linking content to PSHE and maths curricula.
Why Teach Children About Money?
Financial education helps children:
- Develop responsible money habits early
- Understand the value of money and how to manage it
- Make informed decisions about spending and saving
- Prepare for future financial independence
Who Can Use MoneySense?
MoneySense is suitable for KS1 through KS4 and is designed to be flexible for use in classrooms, assemblies, or enrichment sessions. It also supports Gatsby Benchmark 4 by linking curriculum learning to real-life financial skills.
Teach children about money with MoneySense and give your students the tools they need to thrive financially. With free, engaging resources and practical activities, MoneySense helps schools deliver impactful financial education that lasts a lifetime.
