Barclays LifeSkills

Have you explored the suite of money-focused content for young people from Barclays LifeSkills, the free employability and financial capability programme? From financial literacy lesson plans for pupils aged 7-11 to Money skills resources and tools for secondary school and FE students, the content supports educators to help young people develop good financial habits that will benefit them as they transition through school into employment and beyond.

LifeSkills financial literacy resources for primary schools cover topics such as budgeting, saving money, safe and sensible spending, and needs and wants, with the opportunity for pupils to put their financial literacy skills into practice with tasks and activities that can be completed as a group, or independently. The activities in each lesson have been carefully crafted with cross-curricular links including Maths, English and PSHE. They also include the development of core transferable skills which help pupils as they continue with their education and move towards employment, such as creativity and problem solving.

The resources for ages 11 and older are designed to help teachers introduce students to financial capability skills and prepare them for life beyond education. Topics include dealing with financial dilemmas, learning to budget and save, and avoiding online scams and fraud. The lessons consist of engaging activities, tools and films to help students develop financial resilience, and are curriculum-linked across all UK nations. Short and independent learning activities for students aged 14+ that have been adapted for independent learning are also available, ideal for setting as homework or further learning.

LifeSkills is excited to be expanding its offering for primary schools with new careers-related lesson plans and activities. The new resources introduce pupils aged 7-11 to the core transferable skills essential across all industries, and encourages exploration of different roles and sectors through film case studies and engaging activities. Themes such as confidence, wellbeing and setting goals are also showcased, helping prepare young people for the future world of work.

Register today to discover the full range of LifeSkills content for all age groups, and help young people develop financial skills and confidence for the future.