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LifeSkills and National Numeracy have partnered to help young people, adults and families to learn how number confidence leads to financial confidence.

We have dedicated resources  which can be used  to support everyone to grow their confidence to use numbers in daily life, from hobbies to managing money.

Tip sheet: Build number confidence in everyday life

Tip sheet: Build number confidence in everyday life

Developed with National Numeracy, our new activity tip sheet is suitable for any subject or setting, but ideal for educators, families, and anyone wanting to strengthen their own numeracy skills to better support others.

Inside you’ll find practical activities, discussion prompts, and real-life examples that can be used immediately in the classroom, with groups, or for personal development. Use it to explore maths in daily life, from managing money to problem-solving and making decisions, while boosting the financial confidence of young people or adults.

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Primary school lessons

To complement the Wheel of Numbers live assembly, explore some of these number lessons designed to spark curiosity in numbers and money, or use our scheme of learning which provides curated lessons to teach throughout the academic year.

Secondary school lessons

The following lessons create space for discussion on number confidence, what helps it grow and putting into practice through practical activities, or use our scheme of learning which provides curated lessons to teach throughout the academic year.

Adult educator modules

The LifeSkills modules have been specifically designed to provide an opportunity for adult learners to increase their confidence and motivation – and gain new skills in relation to financial confidence.

Family activities

Family units play a crucial role in developing number confidence and financial confidence. Explore how you can support young people at home with these resources.