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<p>Financial education is taught within the national curriculum in maths and citizenship.
The Department will continue to work closely with The Money and Pension Service and
HM Treasury to consider how we can further support the teaching of financial education
in schools.</p><p>At present, due to the unprecedented challenges for schools caused
by COVID-19, the Government understands that schools will need flexibility around
the education they are providing to their pupils, both at home and at school. We expect
schools and teachers to use their professional judgement, and knowledge of their pupils’
educational needs and home circumstances, to plan appropriate content that enables
education to continue.</p><p>These are rapidly developing circumstances; we continue
to keep the situation under review and will keep Parliament updated accordingly.</p>
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