Top 10 Gift Ideas for Teachers

The start of the summer holidays is looming and as schools prepare to break up it’s time to show your teacher just how much you appreciate them.

While giving teacher an apple may not be the done thing anymore, buying them a thoughtful gift such as a personalised notebook or bouquet of fresh, fragrant flowers is an increasingly popular way to say ‘thank you’.

And remember- teachers don’t have to be confined to the classroom either. Many of us receive valued lessons from musicians, tutors, neighbours and friends. Show your appreciation for the teachers who have helped you learn more about the world around you and send them a memorable gift.

Here are our top 10 ten gift ideas for teachers:

Personalised Notebook – Getting Personal

Whether it’s for jotting down lesson plans, making a naughty list or deciding what to have for lunch, teachers need notebooks. But why stick with plain and simple when you can give your teacher a fantastic personalised notebook?

Personal Library Kit – The Handpicked Collection

Teachers and books go hand-in-hand, but it can be tricky to keep track of every one. If your teacher does a lot of lending to their students, then treat them to this handy Library Kit to help them keep track of all their comings and goings.

Vibrant Hand-Tied – Interflora

With this lovely Vibrant Hand-Tied bouquet, you can brighten up your teacher’s desk and show your appreciation for all their hard work. Filled with beautiful roses, lilies, carnations, chrysanthemums and fresh foliage, this is the perfect floral gift for your teacher.

Sharpener Desk Tidy – Getting Personal

Clutter is the enemy of every teacher. It doesn’t matter how big their desk is, things just keep piling up. Help your teacher avoid a clutter-meltdown and present them with this stylish desk tidy in the shape of a classic pencil sharpener.

Personalised Chalkboard plaque – Not on the High Street

Chalkboards might be a thing of the past in today’s modern classroom, where modern technology reins, however, you can still indulge your teacher’s nostalgic side with this quaint chalkboard gift.

Health Club Spa passes for 2 – Interflora

A teacher’s day doesn’t end with the ring of the school bell. Marking papers and planning coursework may spill over into home time, leaving little time to unwind. With this fantastic Health Spa gift from Interflora, your teacher can get all the rest and relaxation they will need.

Engraved Pen and gift box – Gone Digging

If we counted up every pen your teacher has ever lost, we could probably fill the classroom. Pens have a tendency to be misplaced but with this charming engraved pen, there will be no confusion. Presented in a stylish engraved gift box, this silver pen comes personalised with your teacher’s initials.

‘Teacher is Everything’ board – Not on the High Street

This wonderfully thoughtful gift includes all the things teachers can be to us. Presented in a chic frame, this personalised picture features expressions such as ‘Supporter’ and ‘Storyteller’; letting your teacher know how much you appreciate them.

Like and Dislike Stamps – Find Me a Gift

With these playful stamps, marking essays could become a lot more fun for your teacher. Engaging pupils with the popular Facebook ‘Like and ‘Dislike’ statuses, your teacher can let you know what they think of your work with a simple stamp!

Hamper for Him & Hamper for Her – Interflora

Whether your teacher is male or female, we’ve got the perfect hamper to delight them. Filled with tasty snacks and sweet treats, these wonderful hampers also come with a half bottle of wine for your teacher to enjoy – after school, that is!