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Pocket Money for 6 Year Olds
Complete UK guide for age 6
Recommended Amount
Weekly Average
£2.50
Monthly
£10.82
Yearly Total
£130.00
Typical Range: £1.5 - £4 per week
Based on UK averages (London area may be ~20% higher)
🎯Financial Skills to Develop at Age 6
What your 6-year-old should be learning about money:
- 1Basic addition and subtraction with money
- 2Saving for a specific goal
- 3Understanding "not enough money"
- 4Making simple choices between items
🛍️What 6-Year-Olds Typically Spend On
Common purchases and interests at this age:
•Trading cards and collectibles
•Small books and comics
•Craft materials
•Occasional treats
✅Chores & Pocket Money
Light chores can be introduced - keep expectations age-appropriate
💡Tips for Age 6
Keep it simple: At this age, focus on recognizing coins and understanding that money buys things. Don't worry about complex budgeting yet.
Visual aids help: Use a clear jar or piggy bank so they can see their money grow. This makes saving tangible.