As part of our much more than just a school ethos, we strive to ensure our students are equipped with the skills and knowledge to thrive beyond school. We recognise that financial competence plays a significant role in how happy, safe and successful we can be in life.
Being financially competent allows our students the freedom as adults to make the good choices for themselves, their families and their community. We want our students to leave Park knowing amongst other things:
All in the aim that our students are financially competent members of society, empowered to be the best they can be.
Establishing fundamental financial skills including saving, spending wisely, understanding payment methods, and basic budgeting principles.
Understanding financial risks and rewards, learning about investments, and developing awareness of fraud prevention and online security.
Exploring compound interest, understanding debt and borrowing responsibly, and learning about financial products including mortgages.
Understanding taxation, payslips, and budgeting processes while exploring future payment methods and post-school financial planning.
Completing comprehensive financial education through practical, scenario-based learning and achieving formal financial competence qualification.
Free, impartial money and pension guidance from the Money and Pensions Service
Visit MoneyHelperFree 12-lesson teaching resource introducing young people to money and economics
Explore Money and MeExpert-led financial education workshops covering budgeting, banking, borrowing and more
Learn with MyBnkResources and training for teaching money management skills to young people
Access Young MoneyFree financial education resources including guides for children and adults
Get Money TipsFinancial skills resources for young people aged 3-16+ with Quality Mark accreditation
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