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10 BEST GIFT IDEAS FOR TEACHERS


By Ali + Julie on 15 Nov 2022



You’ll see on every Facebook moms groups at the moment “Hit me with your ideas
for a gift for teachers!” with lots of suggestions of candles, personalized
stamps, chocolates and mugs. Interestingly though, when we surveyed teachers,
they were clear that these types of gifts aren't actually what they really want.

Mostly, teachers would love a few words of appreciation from the kids and
parents. But if you are going to get a gift, here's what they told us:


96.9% OF TEACHERS WOULD PREFER A GIFT FROM THE WHOLE CLASS

When we surveyed teachers and educators, an overwhelming 96.9% said they would
prefer a gift from their whole room or class, instead of individual gifts.


This sentiment ties in exactly with what we found since co-founding
GroupTogether. We realised that people don’t want “more stuff” and the
associated waste (time, effort, wrapping paper, plastic packaging, unwanted
gifts). Instead, they'd prefer ONE great gift and that's why we created
GroupTogether - to make collecting for a group gift easy.


"Definitely pool gifts with either the whole class or other families if cost is
an issue to avoid 20 boxes of $5 chocolates."


90.7% OF TEACHERS VOTED A GIFT CARD AS THEIR TOP GIFT

Gift cards are the clear winner, in fact, 90.7% of teachers and educators would
prefer a gift voucher rather than other choices like gift baskets or handmade
presents.

It means the teacher can put it towards something they really want or need.
We've seen everything from red leather skirts to putting the gift card toward
food so they can host their whole family on Christmas day.

So whether you're looking for gifts for daycare, kindy or school teachers -
here's our roundup of 10 unique gift ideas for teachers and educators.




#1 A HEARTFELT CARD + GROUPTOGETHER ANYCARD


The ultimate gift for teachers is a gift card everyone has chipped in for, plus
a super cute card signed by the whole class. Yes, that sounds like a headache to
organise. But not with GroupTogether!

You can set up a collection in a few minutes, share the link, and parents simply
click to pay and sign the card online. No more awkward reminding, or as one
parent told us, “I don’t have to stalk other parents in the carpark”. It's also
a more inclusive option for a class gift - parents can't see what each other has
contributed and you can also let parents sign the card without contributing.




Here are our top tips:

 * If you're worried a gift card doesn't feel personal enough, a beautiful group
   card filled with messages and photos from the whole class makes it feel
   really special. The Teachers want to know that their efforts have made a
   difference, so encourage parents to write something that shows they've
   noticed e.g. think about something their child has learned, an experience
   they enjoyed, or words directly from the child about what they like about the
   teacher. Add a photo to make it feel extra personal.
 * We see the GroupTogether AnyCard is the most popular choice - it lets the
   teacher swap it for any number of eGift Cards from 150+ leading brands
   including Amazon, Airbnb, GrubHub and many more.
 * Print the card and voucher on nice cardboard at FedEx. It costs less than $2
   and will look amazing when you hand it to the teacher!


#2 GIFT CARDS

While we see the GroupTogether AnyCard is the most popular choice, you can also
choose from a range of eGift Cards if you've got something in mind for your
teacher. Sports fan? A Fanatics voucher. A holiday lover? Maybe an Airbnb
voucher would be perfect.


"Whole class gift voucher works a treat, although as a teacher any form of
appreciation from a student or parent is treasured."




#3 THE GIFT OF RELAXATION: DAY SPA, FACIAL OR MASSAGE

If you’re feeling frazzled with your child, imagine how stressed their teacher
feels dealing with an entire classroom of students. Give them the gift of
relaxation with a voucher for a massage from elements massage.




#4 TECH

We all love the latest gadgets, so why not give your teacher a gift card to get
some new tech? Maybe they’ve had their eye on a smartwatch or a new TV. Or maybe
they need something practical for work. A gift card like Amazon will let them
choose something they really need, taking the stress off you to pick the
“perfect” present.




#5 A NIGHT OUT

Rather than giving 20 individual boxes of chocolates, consider a voucher from a
whole class for a night out at one of America's amazing restaurants. Especially
being the end of the year - it's the perfect time to celebrate. So special!

There are plenty to choose from on GroupTogether, check out our gift guide.




#6 A CLASSROOM GIFT (ASK THE TEACHER FIRST)

Ask the teacher! Consider a combo - something for the classroom plus a voucher
for them. Unfortunately, teachers are often out of pocket buying resources for
the classroom so see if there's something they'd LOVE that the parents can chip
in for and give at the end of the year.




#7 EXPERIENCE GIFTS (E.G. BRIDGE CLIMBS, TOURS AND HELICOPTER RIDES)

Want to give an unforgettable gift? Consider gifting the Global Experience Gift
Card so they can pick from hundreds of options. They have everything from
helicopter rides to cruises to performances!




#8 FASHION

Is your teacher a fashion lover, or maybe just strapped for cash and grateful
for something new to wear? An eGift Card from Amazon would be a treat. We've had
teachers tell us they were able to buy a few new pairs of shoes for teaching
that would last them the whole next year!

Whether your teacher is a 25-year old woman or a 60-year old man, there’s sure
to be something they love. It could be a new coat, a pair of shoes, designer
handbag or cool yoga gear.




#9 POT PLANT + VOUCHER

A pot plant is a really thoughtful gift - it lasts longer than flowers and only
gets better with time! Pair it with an eGift Card so they also choose something
special for themselves.

With GroupTogether, you can do it all-in-one. Choose from a huge range of plants
from FTD in our Gift Store, and we'll include a link to the card and AnyCard on
the note that arrives with the plant. So special!




#10 A WEEKEND AWAY

Last but certainly not least, a weekend away or a travel voucher will be much
needed by any teacher by the end of the year. Expensive accommodation can often
be a turn-off for a holiday, but if the whole class chips in they'll be able to
splurge for some well-deserved R&R.




WHAT NOT TO GIVE THE TEACHER AS A GIFT!

When we asked teachers, of course they're grateful for anything. But if they can
give some advice, they really don't need:

 * Scented candles (they gather dust in the closet)
 * Mugs (ditto)
 * Chocolates or Food items (dietary restrictions, expiry dates, etc.)
 * Toiletries (hand cream, soaps, perfume, etc.)

"Thank you but I have a whole cupboard of unmatched mugs. And food made by the
children sounds lovely but we’ve seen where those fingers have been."


WHAT GIFT WILL YOU CHOOSE TO GIVE THE TEACHER?

So, which of these gift ideas for teachers jumped out at you? Do you need help
organising a group gift for your favourite teacher?

Here at GroupTogether.com, we make the gift-giving process hassle-free. From
collecting money from other parents to supplying an eGift Card or gift, we’ve
streamlined the process to make it simple for everyone.

Not sure exactly what your teacher would like? No worries! Give an AnyCard that
lets your teacher choose their preferred eGift Card from any of our retail
partners. It’s also highly personal because everyone gets to write a message and
include a photo, making it a beautiful keepsake for the recipient!

READY TO MAKE THE TEACHER'S DAY?

GroupTogether lets everyone chip in for a gift and sign the card online. We
collect, remind and keep track then provide you with the finished gift and card.






ALI + JULIE

Co-Founders, GroupTogether

Life’s busy. That’s why we’re here to make it easy for you to collect money from
a group. Less wasted time, less packaging waste, and spending a little less but
giving a lot better!



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