Our Story

Eight years of transforming how young people think about money

Lumora Energy began with a simple observation: children leave school knowing how to solve quadratic equations but not how to manage a bank account.

Founded in 2018 by former financial advisors and educators, we set out to bridge this gap. Our founders had spent years helping adults untangle poor financial decisions and recognised that most of these problems could have been prevented with earlier education.

We started with weekend workshops in community centres across Birmingham. Word spread quickly among parents who saw real changes in their children's relationship with money. Within two years, local schools began inviting us to supplement their PSHE curricula.

What Drives Us

Financial stress affects families across all income levels. We've seen how early education can break cycles of debt, impulse spending, and financial anxiety that pass from generation to generation.

Our mission extends beyond teaching children to save. We want young people to feel confident discussing money, to understand that financial decisions involve trade-offs, and to develop habits that serve them throughout life.

Our Teaching Philosophy

Learning Should Be Enjoyable

Dry lectures don't work for adults, let alone children. Our sessions use games, simulations, and collaborative challenges that make financial concepts memorable.

Practice Beats Theory

Students don't just learn about budgets; they create and manage real ones. Abstract concepts become concrete through hands-on experience.

Age-Appropriate Content

A seven-year-old and a fifteen-year-old need different approaches. We tailor content, examples, and activities to each developmental stage.

Safe Space for Questions

Money can feel like a taboo topic. We create environments where children feel comfortable asking questions their parents might find difficult to answer.

Meet Our Team

Educators with backgrounds in finance, child development, and curriculum design

Rebecca Hartley

Co-Founder & Lead Educator

Former wealth manager turned educator. Rebecca spent 12 years in financial services before retraining as a secondary school teacher.

Michael Okonkwo

Co-Founder & Programme Director

Former chartered accountant with a passion for making finance accessible. Michael designs our curriculum and school partnerships.

Dr. Emily Chen

Child Psychology Advisor

Child development specialist who ensures our teaching methods align with how children actually learn and process information.

James Whitmore

Senior Workshop Facilitator

Ten years of experience in experiential education. James specialises in making complex topics engaging for younger learners.

Our Commitment to Quality

Every educator in our team holds an enhanced DBS check. We maintain comprehensive safeguarding policies and provide regular training updates to our staff.

Our programmes are reviewed annually by educational consultants to ensure content remains relevant and engaging. We track student outcomes and continuously refine our approach based on what actually works.

We're registered with the relevant regulatory bodies and carry full professional indemnity insurance. Parents and schools can trust that we operate to the highest professional standards.

Our Journey

2018

Foundation

Lumora Energy launches with weekend workshops in Digbeth and Moseley community centres.

2019

First School Partnership

King Edward's School becomes our first formal educational partner.

2020

Virtual Learning Launch

We adapt quickly to deliver engaging online sessions during lockdowns.

2022

Teen Finance Academy

Launch of our flagship programme for secondary school students.

2024

40+ School Partners

We reach our milestone of partnering with over 40 schools across the West Midlands.

Want to Work With Us?

Whether you're a parent looking for individual sessions or a school exploring partnership options, we'd love to hear from you.

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