Managing money to be taught in primary schools in England

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December 1, 2025
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Managing money to be taught in primary schools in England

Spotting fake news and managing money will be taught to primary schools, the Department for Education has announced. As part of the lessons, children will be taught to spot fake news, including AI, identifying misinformation and disinformation, and provided with critical thinking skills to keep them safe online.

Schools will also teach children about managing money. This includes how to save and budget in maths class, and how interest and mortgages work.

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The new lessons will start in 2028, the government says, adding that it is the first major curriculum changes in over a decade. A new reading test in Year 8 will also be introduced, as well as changes to Year 6 writing assessment. This is to help identify those who made need additional support to learn. The National Literacy Trust reports that a quarter of children leave primary school with poor reading abilities.

The government says it hopes to ensure that all children have access to enrichment activities to improve their wellbeing. This includes community engagement, arts and culture, nature and adventure, and sports and skills, according to the BBC.

The measures form part of the Plan For Change, created with recommendations from Professor Becky Francis’s Curriculum and Assessment Review.

“It has been over a decade since the national curriculum was updated, and it’s more crucial than ever that young people are equipped to face the challenges of today, so they can seize the exciting opportunities that life has to offer,” Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson said. “From the fundamentals of reading to the present danger of spotting fake news, as part of our Plan for Change, these landmark reforms will help young people step boldly into the future, with the knowledge to achieve and the skills to thrive as the world around us continues to rapidly evolve.”

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