Financial Education for Young People

Building financial literacy in young people

Tenent delivers expert financial education to schools and universities across the UK — from primary level through to sixth form and higher education.

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Schools we have collaborated with

Bassett House School Hammersmith Academy Hampton School Streatham & Clapham High Putney High School Brighton College St Teresa's Effingham Surbiton High School Girls' Day School Trust Tower House School Prospect House School St Paul's School

Our Mission

Financial literacy is a life skill — and one that too few young people are taught

A deficit of financial knowledge carries real consequences: poor financial decision-making, vulnerability to debt and fraud, and broader social inequality. Tenent works with schools, universities, and employers to provide the core financial knowledge that will serve young people throughout their lives.

Clear

Plain language, no jargon. Complex ideas explained accessibly and accurately.

Empowering

We build genuine confidence in young people to understand and manage their financial lives.

Engaging

Interactive, hands-on sessions designed to be memorable as well as informative.

Expert

Grounded in 30 years of professional financial and teaching experience.

What We Teach

A selection of our courses

Every programme is tailored to the specific needs of each institution. The following gives an indication of the modules we offer across age groups.

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Primary years

What is Money?

Students trace the history of money from barter through to digital currency, using role-play and structured storytelling to embed core concepts in an engaging format.

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Secondary

The UK Budget

Students take on Cabinet roles, with a Chancellor setting taxes and ministers competing for departmental funding. The session links directly to economics, civics, and public policy.

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Sixth Form

Student Loans Demystified

A thorough and accessible guide to the UK student loan system — covering the application process, repayment terms, and the financial implications of higher education funding.

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Sixth Form / University

Earning & Taxes

A practical session covering income tax, National Insurance, pension contributions, and student loan deductions — essential knowledge for any young person entering employment.

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