Lockleys North Primary School

Start Smart

Financial Literacy Session

This week, students in Year 1 through to Year 6 will be participating in one free Financial Literacy session provided by the Commonwealth Bank. The session breakdown are below:

 

Stage 1 suitable for Years 1 and 2

 

In this workshop, students learn about money as a concept, what it is, what it's worth, and how to keep it safe. Guided by Captain Cash or Money Girl, students are excited about becoming superheroes with their money. By challenging them to 'Speed to Their Needs' and 'Wait for Their Wants', students are able to distinguish between their needs and wants and prioritise spending accordingly. Using fun rhymes, hands-on activities and colourful characters, this workshop puts students on a lifelong path of practising solid financial habits.

 

Several concepts are covered, including:

 

• introduction to notes and coins • recognition of Australian currency • keeping money safe • the difference between needs and wants • using money in exchange for goods and services

 

Stage 2 Suitable for years 3 and 4

 

Coach Cash – the students’ very own personal money trainer – inspires students to become ‘cashletes’ that exercise their money muscles by making savvy spending decisions. By encouraging students to understand the factors that influence their spending, through a practical comparative shopping exercise, this workshop equips your students with the skills and knowledge they need to maximise saving and spend smarter, now and in the future.

 

Several concepts are covered, including:

 

• credit cards and keycards • earning money • spending habits • comparative shopping • maximising savings

 

Stage 3 Suitable for year 5 and 6

 

This highly applicable workshop gives students a practical framework for realistic, financial goal setting, by encouraging them to ‘See It, Earn It, Save It’. Using engaging activities, students learn about opportunities to earn money now, and are excited about making their savings goals a reality. By encouraging creativity and smart saving, your students are empowered to start looking after their money immediately as well as for the future. 

 

Several concepts are covered, including:

 

• goal setting • earning money • saving strategies • interest • banks 

 

For more information go to http://www.startsmart.com.au/home/startsmart-programs/ 

 

Belinda Haley