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As the school year winds down, the big question lands in every parent WhatsApp group: “What shall we get the teacher?” Whether it’s a much-loved class teacher, a nursery keyworker or a brilliant SENCO, a small token can go a long way in showing how much we appreciate them.
If there is something we’ve learnt from threads on The Motherload, it’s that teachers get more ‘best teacher’ mugs than they could ever use in a lifetime. So we’ve asked some of them to tell us about gifts they have really loved in the past, and pulled together a list to help you. Let’s face it, end of term madness means we are usually rushing out at the last minute, so these ideas should help! From luxe treats to budget-friendly finds, here’s what we know teachers would love to receive.
1. A pretty, personalised notebook journal
Who doesn’t love stationery? This pretty, smart and beautifully designed personalised journal is perfect for jotting down lesson plans, notes or just a good old-fashioned to-do list. Adding your teacher’s name to personalise it is an extra-lovely touch, too.
Shop the Personalised Notebook Journal for Teachers, £19.50, NOW £9.50
2. The Thank You Teacher Gift Box
For an extra-special teacher, this is a proper showstopper of a gift, and a great option if you are clubbing together as a class, too. With post treats – delicious sweets, biscuits, Fortnum’s Breakfast Blend tea and even some delicious toffee – this will be a treat that lasts longer than just the end of term and offers some SERIOUS wow factor to say thank you in style.
Say thank you with Fortnum’s Thank you Teacher Gift Box, £60
3. Faux Table Plant
Plants are lovely in the classroom – bringing the outside in, but the reality is that they come with a decent amount of neediness, too. And in a class of thirty kids, the last thing a teacher needs is something else that RELIES on them for survivial! These faux plants will give a classroom a lovely pop of green, but come with no watering, no wilting need. Alternatively, they look great in a kitchen or home office, and these in particular look convincingly real.
Buy these artificial decorative faux plants in pots, £18.99 NOW £15.19 for two
4. Lavender & Camomile Candle
For teachers in dire need of a proper unwind (let’s face it, all of them), this This Works candle is a dreamy blend of lavender and camomile. Offering a subtle nod to self-care at the end of a very long term, no matter how well behaved a class they’ve had for the year!
Shop for This Works Lavender and Roman Camomile Handpoured Candle, £15.00
5. Luxury Chocolate Gift Box
There’s chocs, and then there’s CHOCOLATES. And after a year of looking after our kids, we reckon teachers deserve the best. This delicious selection is packed with artisan chocolates that feel much more indulgent than your standard supermarket fare, and properly say thank you to end a successful term.
Buy Mayfair Chocolatier “The Gourmet Selection” Handmade Chocolate Truffles, £24.00
6. NEOM Calming Hand Balm
Let’s face it, you can’t go wrong with NEOM. This deeply nourishing hand balm is a luxe, practical gift that’s perfect for hands that have marked, cleaned, and comforted our children all year long. It’s a little bit of self care that goes a long way – and will last into the new Autumn term, too.
Check out Neom’s Calming Hand Balm with Lavender, Jasmine and Sandalwood, £10.00
7. ‘Cool Teacher Club’ Water Glass
Has your teacher been the best this year? Award them the ‘cool badge’ with this cute ‘cool teacher club’ water glass for their desk. It doubles up as a stemless wine glass, too – IYKYK, and it’s under a tenner, too.
Shop this brilliant “Cool Teacher Club” glass, £9.89
8. No-Spill Insulated Coffee Cup
Because nothing says “we see you” like a travel cup that keeps coffee warm in the classroom, and won’t leak on the commute. Let’s face it, sometimes only coffee will work – so you are actively supporting a teacher’s survival here. Works for tea too, natch.
Buy this No-Spill, Swedish-Style Insulated Coffee Cup, £24.00
9. Waterdrop® Hydration Bottle – Amazon
These Waterdrop® resuable bottles are gorgeous – and with their double-walled design, keep your teacher’s water cold for hours. Ideal for hot days in a busy classroom (and helps cut down on plastic too). A good option for to encourage kids to drink more water, too!
Find Waterdrop® resuable, shatterproof water bottles here – this design, £26.90
10. Gift Cards
Can’t decide? A gift card might work best – and of course, give your teacher the ability to choose something for themselves. Amazon, John Lewis, White Company – the list is endless to choose from. We especially like the One4All card that can be used in a variety of stores.
