Kids' Financial Literacy by Money Jar Concept

Smart money skills for real life.

A practical, hands-on workshop helping young people aged 12 and over understand money, build confidence and make smarter financial decisions.

Money Jar family
Ages 12 and overPractical, supportive and engaging

Why it matters

Money can feel confusing

Young people are surrounded by spending, subscriptions, cards, online offers and financial pressure long before anyone explains how money works.

Level Up Your Finance gives them a safe place to ask questions, test ideas and connect financial choices with everyday life.

What they will learn

Money skills they can use now and later

Practical foundations designed to support smarter choices at school, at home and in adult life.

01

Money mindset

Understand needs, wants, habits and the choices behind everyday spending.

02

Budgeting

Plan where money goes and make thoughtful decisions before spending.

03

Saving

Set achievable goals and learn practical ways to build a saving habit.

04

Banking

Learn how accounts, cards, interest and common banking tools work.

05

Smart decisions

Recognise risk, scams and financial pressure before making a choice.

Choose a workshop

Two programs, one practical approach

Choose the program that suits your child's age and book through the existing Money Jar checkout.

Ages 12–143.5 hours

Junior School

$109AUD

Five engaging modules in one face-to-face workshop.

  • Up to 12 participants
  • Interactive activities
  • Take-home learning resources
  • GST included
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Ages 15+6.5 hours

High School

$199AUD

Eight engaging modules with deeper real-world scenarios.

  • Up to 12 participants
  • Deeper real-world scenarios
  • Two 30-minute breaks
  • GST included
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See Level Up in action

Learning that feels useful from the first minute

Discussion-led, activity-based workshops where young people can ask questions, test ideas and connect money choices with everyday life.

Level Up workshop in action

Real conversations about money

John Ng and the Money Jar family

Meet your host

John Ng, Money Jar Concept

John brings financial knowledge into a relaxed, real-world setting. Together with Michele and the Money Jar family, he helps young people talk about money with confidence and curiosity.

What's included

  • Face-to-face workshop
  • Practical exercises and group discussion
  • Learning materials
  • Supportive, age-appropriate environment

Frequently asked questions

Before you book

Everything you need to know before choosing a session.

What age is the workshop for?

Junior School is for ages 12–14. High School is designed for ages 15 and over.

How long does it run?

Junior School runs for approximately 3.5 hours. High School runs for approximately 6.5 hours, including breaks.

Is it lecture-style?

Sessions use conversation, practical examples and activities to keep the learning engaging.

How large are the classes?

Each session is limited to 12 participants.

What should participants bring?

Please bring a water bottle and a packed lunch. The venue is nut-aware, so lunches should contain no nuts.

Can I book more than one child?

Yes. Select the number of tickets and enter the requested details for each child during booking.

Is this personal financial advice?

The workshop is general financial education and does not provide personal financial advice.

Ready to level up?

Give them money skills for real life.

Choose a session and reserve a place through the existing Money Jar booking flow.

Book a place