global money week
Helping young people feel confident talking about money
why global money week matters
Global Money Week is an international campaign that encourages young people to learn about money, saving, earning, spending and planning for the future.
It’s a brilliant opportunity to give students practical skills they will use for life - not just for exams.
Use our free resources, developed by teachers, to explore money, values and choices through real-life scenarios.
Money decisions start young. From spending pocket money to giving presents to friends, young people are already forming habits and beliefs about money. The earlier they build knowledge and understanding, the more confident they will be making decisions in the real world.
Global Money Week gives primary schools a focused moment to explore money choices through our core financial education values.
Built on Your School’s Values
LifeSavers is grounded in four core values: thankfulness, wisdom, generosity, and justice. These help children reflect on their beliefs and behaviours around money – while supporting the ethos you already promote across your school community.
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Wisdom
Supports thoughtful choices about money and life, encouraging children to pause, consider consequences, and seek advice when it matters.
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Thankfulness
Helps children recognise and reflect on what they have — a powerful starting point for gratitude, contentment, and spending decisions.
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Generosity
Builds empathy and character by showing children that money isn’t just for personal gain — it’s also a tool to help others and make a difference.
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Justice
Opens up meaningful conversations about fairness, needs and wants, and the role money plays in our communities and the wider world.
plan your global money week activities
We recommend scheduling resources at least 2–3 weeks in advance to give staff time to prepare.
If you’d like help planning your approach, our team is here to support you.