Teacher presents are a sweet way to thank your child’s teacher for all their efforts over the year, but it can be difficult to get right.
You won’t want to spend a fortune because you’ll end up buying one, two or three every year depending on how many children you have, but on the other hand you won’t want your child’s gift to be a dog-eared bunch of carnations from side of the garage.
- Lovely keepsake plaque for a favourite helper
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- Perfect end of term gift. Measures approx 11cm x 11cm This is not a personalised item
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- High quality coaster with a beautiful gloss finish.
- Unique design which makes an unusual gift.
- Measurements approx: 9cm x 9cm. Package quantity = 1 coaster only.
- Perfect for protecting tables and work surfaces from watermarks and spilt drinks.
- Original gift idea printed in the UK using the latest technology.
- Print: musical notes
- Size: 90cm (wide) x 180cm (long)
- Fabric: super soft, breathable, lightweight for all seasons
- Large enough to be used as a scarf, shawl, wrap and sarong
- Wear it for a fun and chic look or makes a great gift for music lovers
- Wash & Care: Cool iron / Hand wash cold / Do not bleach / Dry flat
Why Buy A Teacher Present?
Your child spends a lot of time with their teacher, often more time than they spend with you day to day, so it’s nice to thank them for their hard work and all the support they’ve given your child throughout the year.
Certain teachers can make your child’s life so much more enjoyable, particularly if they struggle with a certain subject or find life difficult at school. New starters can get homesick, but a good teacher will make your child feel welcome, put you at ease and help them start their life journey. Presenting them with a small gift for their understanding and patience is a thoughtful way to say thanks.
Children Love Giving Teacher Presents
No doubt your child will be clamouring to take a gift, they become fond of their teachers, and peer pressure is high. Children universally love handing over a wrapped present and receiving a thank you in return, so it’s exciting for them as well.
If you want to buy a teacher gift but don’t know where to start don’t worry. Here are some ideas for teacher presents that don’t involve apples and won’t break the bank.
A personalised gift
You won’t get detention with a personalised gift because it shows you’ve put in some effort. A small plaque with heartfelt words shows the teacher that you and your child do appreciate their hard work, even if you arrive late, tired and grumpy or your child has sometimes played up.
We don’t say ‘you’re doing a great job’ often enough, but personalised plaques are a small reminder that they have made a big difference to your little person’s life.
You can’t go wrong buying a gift that somehow reflects what type of teacher you’re thanking. An English teacher might enjoy a book for example, or the teacher that gives up their lunch break to run a gardening club will appreciate a potted plant.
Volunteer
Along with a small present one of the best ways to thank a teacher is to volunteer some time.
Teachers are pressured, so they don’t have time to complete simple tasks like sharpening pencils or wiping down books in the library. If you can, offer to do these tasks for them. Another volunteering role in school is to read with the children on a one-to-one basis. This not only boosts learning, it takes some pressure off the class teacher.
Calendars, diaries and journals
Teachers are always busy, they have the resources they need to teach, but their home lives are often pressured as a result of their job. Calendars, journal and diaries can help them to organise their lives, and if it’s an attractive object so much the better.
Handmade Gifts
Everyone loves handmade gifts, so add a personalised touch to your present. A homemade cake or a heartfelt hand-drawn card will let the teacher know they are appreciated.
Group Presents
Start a collection with the other parents to buy your teacher a larger gift. These can be vouchers for instance, or days out in lieu of presents. If every parent contributes a few pounds the amount can add up.
Drink Up
Teachers are well known for getting through the coffee, and thank you mugs are always appreciated, but they might also appreciate a wine glass to help them relax after a hard day chasing children.
It’s nice to show you understand the teacher is a person too, not just an educator, and after a long term of teaching, instilling discipline and looking after thirty children a day, they certainly need time to relax.
An interesting gift alternative to a mug or a wine glass is a coaster. Coasters are always needed, and ones that remind the teacher they’re doing a great job on tough days can lift their spirits and remind them of your appreciation.
Be Careful of Expensive Teacher Gifts
Showing gratitude for your teacher’s hard work with a small gift is a thoughtful way to say thank you, and you’ll feel good too.
Teacher presents are tokens of appreciation for all the free childcare you’ve received, plus of course some education. Gifts don’t need to be pricey, in fact your school might have a policy against taking expensive items. Your child will get top marks for a small but thoughtful gift and a handwritten note of thanks.