UK governments have stressed the urgency of teaching ‘financial capability' as a key part of the school curriculum. The current economic climate highlights the importance of ensuring the adults of the future have the knowledge and skills they need to manage money.
Nationwide has long recognised the importance of developing life skills not only in road safety and environment, but in the crucial area of finance. Nationwide Education's latest resource for 12-16 years olds builds on the successful programmes for 4-11 year olds, making use of interactive whiteboard technology in schools and PCs at school or home. It has been designed to stimulate and interest youngsters who want to find out more about how their lives are affected by money.
"Understanding the real value of money helps prepare children and build valuable life skills for the future", says Tony Prestedge, Group Development Director at Nationwide. "Our comprehensive programmes are engaging as well as informative, and carefully planned to cover each age group from ages 4 through to 16. Our 16+ programme is due to be launched later this year".
All resources are free and the new programmes will be available 30 March at: www.NationwideEducation.co.uk
