Economic Education

About PSHE Economic Education

PSHE Economic Education helps children and young people understand money, work and everyday choices. These teacher-written quizzes make financial ideas clear and practical, from simple spending decisions in primary years to careers, employment and online influence in secondary school. Each quiz is short, repeatable and gives instant feedback, so learning can happen little and often.

At younger ages, pupils build a foundation through topics like Saving and Spending and Jobs, learning why budgeting matters and how work links to earning. Older learners can explore pathways and responsibilities in Types of Employment and think critically about how online life connects with real opportunities in Social Media and Career.

To get the most from this section, encourage learners to repeat quizzes after a few days. That spaced practice helps new vocabulary and real-life scenarios stick, and it supports confident decision-making about saving, spending, risk and planning ahead.

For official guidance, see GOV.UK: Personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is economic education in PSHE?

It teaches pupils about money and work, including saving, spending, jobs, budgeting and how choices can affect financial wellbeing now and in the future.

When do children start learning about money?

Children begin with simple ideas in primary school, such as needs vs. wants and saving. As they get older, they explore employment, income, advertising and wider influences.

How can parents support economic education at home?

Talk through everyday choices, like comparing prices or planning a small budget. Encourage your child to explain quiz answers in their own words and revisit topics later in the week.

How should learners use these quizzes for revision?

Do one quiz at a time, read the feedback, then repeat after a couple of days. Keeping a short list of new terms helps learners remember and apply what they have learned.

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