Financial Literacy Programme

Empowering Smart Thinkers, Savvy Spenders, and Ethical Investors for Life

Programme overview

Rethinking Money, Purpose & Power

Sunmarke’s Financial Literacy Programme builds money-smart who understand how to earn, manage, grow, and give responsibly. Combining practical learning with global best practices, the programme encourages ethical investment, personal finance skills, and entrepreneurial thinking through hands-on experience and real-world simulations.

Lifelong Skills

A language journey for every student at Sunmarke

Our Financial Literacy Programme is designed for all students — from EYFS through to Year 13 — equipping them with essential money management skills from an early age.

Progression Pathway

Learning Journey

EYFS

Needs vs wants, saving, goal-setting, money role-play

Primary

Micro-enterprises, budgeting for STEAM projects, school markets

Secondary

Budgeting, taxes, investment simulations, crypto literacy

The Highlight

Flagship Feature

(Years 10–13)

Wharton Global High School Investment Competition
Select students are invited to represent Sunmarke in this prestigious competition from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
Compete globally with students from 65+ countries
Work in teams to manage a $100,000 virtual portfolio
Develop deep skills in financial analysis, strategic thinking, and investor reporting
Benefit from mentorship, leadership coaching, and real-world financial expertise
Global microloan projects in collaboration with nonprofits

Signature Experiences

Wharton Global High School Investment Competition
Stock market and crypto simulation games
Guest talks by ethical investors and bankers
Field trips to financial institutions
Global microloan projects in collaboration with nonprofits

Skills That Matter

Skills Developed

Financial numeracy and budgeting
Entrepreneurial strategy and innovation
Ethical reasoning and decision-making
Self-discipline and long-term goal planning

Cross-Curricular Learning

Curriculum Integration

Maths: Ratios, interest, modelling
Business & Economics: Market dynamics, investment planning
Humanities: Ethical wealth, socio-economic systems
STEAM: Product Innovation, Pricing and sustainability accounting

Future Advantage

Recognition & Pathways

Competitive edge for degrees in finance, business, economics, and entrepreneurship
Preparation for GCSE, A-Level, IB Economics and Business
Financial Literacy Journals and Portfolios for university applications

Attend the Sunmarke Finance Fair, speak with our Business & Economics faculty, or learn about alumni who’ve pursued global business and finance careers.

Smart Decisions Start Here

Preparing Students for Real-World Financial Responsibility

Nishka’s Journey on Excelling at GCSE Level at Sunmarke School

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Krish and his Mother Reflect on his Journey to GCSE Success at Sunmarke School

Baani’s Journey: From Scholar to GCSE Topper – Hear Her Parents’ Praise on Sunmarke’s Impact

Kynan’s Journey to Success: Achieving Top Marks at Sunmarke School

Proud Parent: Our student secures the highest mark in the world for International A-Level Business.

Shams’ Journey: How Sunmarke School Teachers Supported Her to Achieve GCSE Success

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