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A little bit about us
At Red Star Education, we’re passionate about helping people feel more confident with and around money.
Financial literacy shouldn’t be something reserved for the few – it should be something everyone has the chance to understand and use to shape a better future.
We’re here to make that happen. Through engaging, practical education (no jargon, no fluff), we give people the tools and confidence they need to take control of their financial lives. Our approach is fresh, human, and always rooted in real-life situations – because money affects so much more than just your bank balance.
We are a trusted partner to some of the best-known sporting organisations in the world. Why? Because we don’t sell financial products, we don’t push services, and we’re not here to tick boxes. We genuinely understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with an elite athlete’s career – the pressure, the peaks and troughs, the short timelines and big decisions. We speak their language and support them as whole people, not just as performers.
We’ve always known that good financial education has a far-reaching impact – on career prospects, mental and physical wellbeing, and life beyond sport or work. And we’re proud to be part of that positive ripple effect.
Where it all began...
Red Star Education was founded by Kristen Cunliffe – an experienced, independent financial adviser with over 25 years in the profession and a real passion for making financial education accessible, practical, and free from jargon.
Kristen had seen first-hand how often high-profile stories of financial struggle – particularly in professional football – could have been avoided. In many cases, it wasn’t about greed or recklessness; it was simply a lack of financial knowledge and support at the right time. She realised that if young players had been given the tools to understand and take ownership of their finances early on, things might have turned out very differently.
So, Red Star Education was born – originally focused on delivering impartial, high-impact financial education in football academies. No selling, no hidden agenda – just the kind of knowledge that builds confidence and helps people make better choices for themselves.
In 2014, Kristen was joined by Nick Cunliffe, and together they’ve expanded Red Star’s reach far beyond football. Today, we deliver engaging courses and workshops for employees in the workplace, elite athletes via their academies and professional bodies, and direct to individuals in person, online, and via our podcast Do I Have To Adult Now? (link here).
Our mission remains the same: empower people with the knowledge they need to take control of their financial futures – whatever path they’re on.
What we do?
At Red Star Education, we deliver practical, down-to-earth financial education and wellbeing through workshops and short courses that genuinely connect with people.
Our sessions are engaging, interactive, and designed to meet learners where they are – whether that’s a football academy, a training facility or a workplace breakout room.
We travel across the UK delivering these sessions on-site, face-to-face, because we know how powerful it is to have real conversations about money in a safe, relatable environment. No lectures, no jargon – just honest guidance and practical tools that people can use straight away. Whether it’s helping young athletes plan for a future beyond sport, supporting teenagers to understand their payslips, or running sessions for employees looking to feel more in control of their finances – we make financial education real, relevant and even (dare we say it) enjoyable.
Case Studies
Check out our case studies which bring to life the type of work we can tailor for your organisation.
We would love to hear from you...
Red Star Education is located in Lytham St Annes, right by the seaside! We are only a stones throw away from Blackpool and the M55. Get in touch now!