Savvy learning for your future
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Climate change – what is it?
What is happening to our climate and why?
What you'll learn:
- What is climate change?
- What is the greenhouse effect?
Video: 2 mins
How to live more sustainably as a student
With more emphasis than ever before on the impact of climate change, we are all looking at ways to live more sustainably – and save some money along the way.
Article: 5 mins
Tackle climate change without compromising on style!
Sustainable fashion works and the good news is that we have a huge amount of power over what we buy.
PDF: 4 mins
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How to build your personal brand
Within the first minute of meeting someone new, they'll form opinions of who you are based on your appearance, body language and personality.
Video: 2 mins
Taking your next step
Wondering what skills you might need before you start your career? Thinking about an apprenticeship but not sure what to expect? Considering university and if it's right for you?
Articles: various
Teenager's guide to the side hustle
Fancy earning money doing things you enjoy, and can fit in around your other commitments? A side hustle could be right up your street.
Articles: 4 mins
Interview guide
No matter what age you are, what you do, or how much experience you have, job interviews can be scary. The trick is to be prepared. So, here's what you need to think about to bring your best when you sit down at your next interview.
Article: 5 mins
Resilience and a positive mindset
It can be hard to keep going when things get tough, but there are ways of getting through to help you succeed.
Article: 2 mins
Learning from mistakes
It's not nice when we make mistakes, but it happens all the time. What's important is not the mistake itself but how you learn from it.
Article: 5 mins
Mentors
Learning from a mentor will give you real life examples to follow and might just help make those big decisions a little clearer. Learn how to find a mentor, how to start the conversation and how they can help.
Article: 5 mins
Empathy
Your relationship with others determines much of your happiness and success in life. How you get along with coworkers, bosses, family, friends, and romantic partners often depends on your social skills, and at the root of good social skills is one thing: empathy.
PDF: 5 mins
CareerSense
CareerSense is our employability education programme aimed at improving employability prospects for young people in the UK aged 13-24.
Here you'll find tips, tools and links to further resources to help you think about your next step in education or the world of work.
Dream Bigger
Dream Bigger is a fully funded programme focused on developing transferrable entrepreneurial skills in 16-18 year old females across the UK. Our aim is to drive confidence in preparation for the future world of work and impact the percentage of women who intend to start a business.
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The Change Game
It’s important to check you’ve been given the right change when you go shopping – this game makes it fun! Spot the right amount as it pops up behind different doors, then click on it before it disappears again.
Game: various
Coin collect
Get ready to grab some fast-moving coins! The aim of the game is to keep your money from running out for as long as possible.
Game: various
Where does money come from?
Complete four drag-and-drop jigsaw puzzles and learn about where a family gets its money from.
Game: various
MoneySense for 5 - 8 year olds
Learn about money with fun games, puzzles and interactive activities!
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Island Saver
The Savvy Islands need your help, this once vibrant paradise is covered in gloop and plastic pollution. Download the game and help save the islands today.
Game: various
Space traders
Are you great at grabbing a good deal? Practise spotting value for money as you trade with three outlandish alien shopkeepers for a range of space commodities.
Game: various
Links between money and jobs
Find out exactly what kids like you think about money, banks and safe spending.
Video: 4 mins
MoneySense for 8 - 12 year olds
Want to make sense of money? These games, videos and interactive activities could turn you into a money genius in no time!
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Money Mules
Understand money mule schemes, how they operate and how money mules are caught. Explore the consequences of being caught and – importantly – how to avoid falling victim to these schemes.
Resource: 5 mins
How the economy works
Explore this activity to discover what the economy is and how it works. Click around to see how money moves.
Activity: 10 mins
Understanding payment cards
What’s the difference between a debit card and a credit card? Where can you use a gift card? Find out the answers to these questions and more.
Resource: 10 mins
MoneySense for 12 - 16 year olds
Want to take control of your financial future? Start by exploring our videos, games and interactive activities.
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Money diaries
Learn about money from other teens and young adults. Get ideas including budgeting tips and read about how other young people manage their money day to day.
Articles: various
How to budget like a boss
Whether you’re saving for a holiday, a car, a house or something else, we have the essential tips for making – and sticking to – a budget.
Video: 3 mins
Emerging young money trends
Money worries are just one of the lasting effects of the COVID pandemic. But, as a result, this has led to some positive money trends too.
Article: 3 mins
Payday lowdown
Find out about the ins and outs of getting paid, taxes and more. Five things you need to know.
Video: 3 mins
Money & Mental Health
Whether you’re worried about your own finances or your family’s, money anxiety can take its toll on your mental wellbeing.
Video: 3 mins
How to build the life you want
Wondering how to get from where you are to where you want to be? Money journalist Clare Seal shares her tips on planning for the future.
Article: 3 mins
The risks of unplanned spending
In this short video clip, four young people are asked questions about their spending. They discuss the risks involved with unexpected spending, and how they might plan to reduce these risks.
Video: 3 mins
Creative ways to make money
Looking for creative ideas for making, managing and saving some much-needed cash? Here are our top five tips.
Video: 3 mins
Staying safe on social media
With loads of opportunities to buy and sell on social channels, how can you keep yourself and your money safe?
Video: 3 mins
MoneySense for young adults
Tips, tricks and expert advice to help you get to grips with all things money.
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Climate change - what is it?
What is happening to our climate and why?
What you'll learn:
- What is climate change?
- What is the greenhouse effect?
Video: 2 mins
Learning with NatWest podcast series
Hear from a range of leading experts about what’s changing in the world around us. Get inspired about the skills you need and what opportunities this could create for you.