Updating the Numeracy Curriculum for Level Four

Current E's and O's

I can discuss and illustrate the facts I need to consider when determining what I can afford, in order to manage credit and debt and lead a responsible lifestyle. MNU 4-09a

I can source information on earnings and deductions and use it when making calculations to determine net income. MNU 4-09b

I can research, compare and contrast a range of personal finance products and, after making calculations, explain my preferred choices. MNU 4-09c

Current Benchmarks

Applies understanding of credit and debit in relation to earnings and deductions.

Uses budgeting skills to manage income effectively and justifies spending and saving choices. ✅

Calculates net income by selecting appropriate information.

Compares a range of personal finance products.

Communicates the impact of financial decisions.

Applies knowledge of currency conversion to determine best value

Our Benchmarks

Knowledge of Taxes ✅

Credit and calculating interest (in relation to credit cards) (overdraft) ✅

Bills ✅

Knowledge on how to protect your money ✅

Phone contracts - comparing to find the best one / Car finance / Fuel Prices

Our E's and O's

How we will get there?

yet to write and finalise

Discussion based Could look at Vygotsky and Dialogism

Project Based-Learning