Finding it difficult to avoid all the news on tariffs? Chances are your children are absorbing some of this too! Read our tips on how you can break down concepts like tariffs in a way that makes sense to children.

Financial education champion Helen Roberts is Headteacher at Rampton Primary School in Nottinghamshire with over 29 years’ experience in education. We asked her to share a few words on why financial education matters and how LifeSavers has made a difference to her school.

A conversation with one of JFF’s corporate partners: Clare Stinton, Head of Workplace Saving Analysis, Hargreaves Lansdown

The Education Committee has published the government’s response to their Delivering financial education report (May 2024), reflecting the need to integrate practical money skills into the curriculum and improve support for teachers.

Explore the biggest financial stories of the year and discover how we can continue to build a financially resilient future. As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on the year’s key financial literacy moments—from rising festive spending to growing calls for financial education in schools. With financial trends like budgeting challenges gaining popularity and the push for workplace financial wellbeing initiatives, it’s clear that financial literacy is more important than ever.

This festive season isn’t just about giving gifts – it’s a prime opportunity to help children learn essential money management skills. From decision-making to understanding emotions tied to spending, December offers unique teaching moments that resonate long after the holidays.

Find out why December is the perfect time to teach financial education and how it can leave a lasting impact on children. Read more now!

Research findings: removing barriers to financial education for children in vulnerable circumstances.

Research findings: removing barriers to financial education for children in vulnerable circumstances.

Teachers across the UK share how LifeSavers is making a difference to financial education in their classrooms.

Teachers across the UK have increased their confidence and skills in delivering financial education thanks to JFF’s LifeSavers programme, according to a recent report from external evaluators Public Perspective.

Leading PSHE provider Jigsaw has partnered with the Just Finance Foundation (JFF) to bring LifeSavers financial education to more schools across the UK. Together, we aim to empower teachers to deliver financial education so that more children develop the essential skills and knowledge to manage money well.  

Chris Cummings, Chief Executive of the Investment Association (IA), has today been appointed Chair of the Just Finance Foundation (JFF), a national charity dedicated to improving financial education so that every child and family has equal opportunity to thrive. Chris has been a committed Trustee of JFF since 2022 and is well placed to lead the organisation in this new role.

Do you want to know how to add financial education to your set curriculum? How it benefits you and your students? What should you look for in a quality financial education resource? Read our ultimate guide to financial education resources!

Our education team have created a checklist for teachers, schools and parents to help you choose the best resources for your school and children.