Broken System? Why Schools Are Ignoring the Most Important Life Skill

Schools Failing Future Generations: Why Kids Graduate Without Basic Money Know-How!

Written By Millennial Money Mindset

What Financial Education Should Schools Teach?

💡 Imagine a world where every young person graduates with the skills to thrive financially. Instead of navigating the complex world of money through trial and error, students would be equipped with tools to make informed, confident decisions.

Despite its critical importance, financial education often takes a back seat in many school curriculums. Let’s explore the current state, the benefits of financial literacy, and how we can build a future where every student is financially empowered.

The Current Situation

In the UK, financial education is technically part of the national curriculum, but it is often embedded within citizenship and maths lessons. This limited approach misses key aspects of real-world money management, such as understanding credit, investments, or retirement planning.
Research from organizations like the Money and Pensions Service highlights that many young people leave school unprepared to handle basic financial…