Financial Literacy in Action at Oakleigh South Primary
At Oakleigh South Primary, Year 6 teacher Nick Morrey is making financial literacy a core part of his students’ education. Using Banqer as a teaching tool, he is helping them develop real-world money skills in an engaging and meaningful way.
For Nick Morrey, teaching financial literacy is about more than just numbers. It is about preparing students for the choices they will face in the real world. He wants them to understand how money works, why it matters, and how to manage it wisely.
“Financial literacy is an important skill for kids to learn because money doesn't just grow on trees,” says Nick. “Students need to understand how we use money, why we use money, and how to be responsible with it.”
To bring financial education to life in his classroom, Nick uses Banqer, a platform that allows students to experience earning, saving, and spending in a simulated economy.
Creating Meaningful Learning Experiences
Nick sees financial education as more than just a subject to be taught - it is an experience his students need to live. With Banqer, he has built an environment where they can practice managing money in a way that feels real. “At the start, they’ve got their everyday account and their savings account. Then we open up things like property tax and superannuation,” he explains.
It really takes kids on a journey that mirrors real life.
His students quickly saw the value in these lessons. “I like how you get to have the experience of managing money in the real world - buying houses and cars, paying for insurance, and everything,” one student shared.
Another student reflected on their own financial decisions: “I had $100,000, but that didn’t go well. Don’t buy a pink Jeep, that’s all I’m saying.”
By allowing students to experiment with financial decisions in a safe space, Nick is helping them develop confidence and awareness about money.
Building an Engaged Classroom
Nick has made financial literacy one of the most engaging parts of the school day. Students look forward to the lessons because they feel relevant and interactive.
Kids love the games we run on Banqer. They get really into it, sometimes even competitively. They roll a number and react based on what happens next, so they start to care about how their friends are doing as well.
The enthusiasm extends beyond the classroom. Parents have noticed their children thinking more critically about money. “I’m really looking forward to opening my own bank account so I don’t have to give my money to my sisters,” one student joked.
Through his use of Banqer, Nick is helping his students build habits and mindsets that will last a lifetime.
Preparing Students for the Future
Nick’s goal is to ensure his students leave primary school with the skills to manage money responsibly. He knows that financial confidence starts young, and he wants his students to enter adulthood with the knowledge to make informed decisions.
“It's really important to understand money in the real world because if you don’t, you could face a lot of potential problems,” one student reflects.
With Banqer as a tool in his teaching toolkit, Nick is making financial literacy an engaging and meaningful part of his students’ education. His dedication is ensuring they are prepared for the financial challenges and opportunities ahead.
Banqer is for everyone. It makes learning about money engaging, relevant, and fun. And the best part? Parents love it too.
By championing financial literacy in his classroom, Nick is setting his students up for success - not just in school, but in life.
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