Give your learners financial confidence
AQA Financial Futures: the teaching and learning course unlike any other
What is AQA Financial Futures?
A teaching and learning course that develops practical financial skills needed in everyday life, with learners earning digital certificates from the UK’s most-chosen exam board.
Who is it for?
Learners aged 14–19 years old.
How does it work?
- On-screen, on-demand course – self-paced with auto-marking and certification.
- Connects classroom learning to real-world financial decisions across maths, citizenship (directly linked to the Curriculum and Assessment Review), PSHE and careers development, and enrichment benchmarks.
- Learners work independently – progressing through structured modules.
- Clear course structure – six modules, each comprising five lessons and a closing assessment.
- Flexible delivery – bite-sized lesson chunks of 5, 10 and 15 minutes, up to 30 minutes.
- Clear progress – learners pick up exactly where they left off.
- Built-in motivation – certification after each module (when passed).
Why use it?
- Meets learner demand – young people want to understand money and how it affects their lives.
- Builds practical life skills – introduces learners to everyday financial concepts and real-world skills.
- Fun and engaging – short, structured lessons designed to keep learners on track.
- Provides evidence of progress – AQA certification shows what learners have achieved.
- Provides clear progression – 6 modules with visible milestones and assessments.
- Encourages independence – learners work through content at their own pace.
- Flexible delivery – can be adapted to suit your timetable needs and fits around how you already teach.
How will it help me as a teacher?
- Saves planning time – ready-made content with no need to create lessons.
- Removes subject pressure – supports non-specialists with clear, structured delivery.
- Ensures consistency – a reliable approach to financial education across classes.
- Fills a known gap – helps address the uneven delivery of financial education.
- No additional setup – everything is built into the course and ready to use.
How will it help my learners?
- Builds practical life skills – applies learning to real-world money and everyday financial decisions.
- Re-engagement– relevant content that connects with learners who may not engage with traditional maths.
- Bite-sized learning – short, manageable chunks designed to support focus and build understanding.
- Recognises achievement – AQA certification motivates and provides clear evidence of progress.
- Connects with student priorities - relevant and accessible financial education
- Encourages independent learning – learners can work at their own pace.
- Reduces barriers to learning – clear, structured content supports a range of abilities.
- Builds confidence with money – supports learners who may lack confidence with numbers and finance.
Can I use it in my school or college?
Yes. Register your interest now to find out more and use AQA Financial Futures with your learners this academic year.