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Dedicated to building financial confidence across generations in Sheffield

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Our Story

Founded in 2014, the Sheffield School of Financial Management emerged from a simple observation: traditional education rarely addresses practical money skills. Our founders, both certified financial planners, witnessed countless adults struggling with basic financial decisions that better early education could have prevented.

What started as weekend workshops for local families has grown into a comprehensive programme serving over 2,400 students annually. We remain committed to accessible, practical financial education that participants apply immediately in their lives.

Our Sheffield centre provides a welcoming environment where learners of all ages feel comfortable asking questions and exploring financial concepts without judgement.

Our Core Values

The principles that guide everything we do

Practical Learning

Every concept taught connects directly to real-world application. We avoid abstract theory in favour of skills participants use immediately.

Inclusive Access

Financial education should reach everyone. We offer sliding scale fees and community outreach programmes to ensure cost never prevents learning.

Honest Guidance

We never promote specific products or services. Our independence allows us to provide unbiased education focused solely on participant outcomes.

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Our Teaching Approach

Financial education fails when it feels like a lecture. Our methodology transforms complex topics into engaging, participatory experiences.

  • Small groups of 8-12 participants maximum
  • Interactive exercises and real scenario practice
  • Take-home worksheets for continued learning
  • Regular check-ins to track progress
  • Age-appropriate content delivery
  • No jargon or unnecessary complexity

Whether working with an eight-year-old learning about saving or an adult navigating pension options, our instructors adapt their communication style while maintaining rigorous educational standards.

Meet Our Team

Qualified professionals passionate about financial education

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David Pemberton

Founder & Lead Instructor
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Catherine Ellis

Co-Founder & Programme Director
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Michael Thornton

Investment Course Lead
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Jennifer Marsh

Youth Programme Coordinator

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