Our nation’s teachers really prove that not all heroes wear capes! Teachers are arguably the most important members of society; they are entrusted with inspiring our children and have the ability to change lives for the better. They educate, nurture and go the extra mile to bring out the best in our children–and for this, they really deserve a treat – and you’ll find the perfect present in our dynamic list of gifts for teachers.
To help you find the ultimate teacher gift, we’ve rounded up some practical present options, some traditional choices and some fun items, too. Whether it’s a little something for the end of term, a seasonal present or to just a gesture to show appreciation, our selection of gifts for teachers are sure to get you top marks!
Book Tote Bag – Typo
Everyone needs a go-to tote bag in their life. Ideal for carrying schoolwork, books and even a laptop, the Book Tote Bag, £12, is a thoughtful and useful pressie.
Pour Over Coffee Maker – Bodum
If there is one thing a busy teacher deserves, it’s access to a fresh cup of coffee. Bodum’s pour over coffee dripper and double wall mug, £18, is a nifty little gadget for brewing a single cup with maximum taste and zero waste. There is nothing better than the gift of caffeine, making this a fab gift for coffee lovers too.
Floral Pen Set – Liberty
Banish the boring black biro with this set of ballpoint pens, each printed with a different iconic Liberty print. Chic and pretty, we don’t expect students will be allowed to borrow one of these Liberty Floral Pens, £16.99, if they forget their pencil case!
Personalised ‘Class Tree’ Teacher Print – Not on the High Street
This is a gorgeous keepsake using all of the children’s names in the class. Thoroughly thoughtful, the Personalised ‘Class Tree’ Teacher Print, £22, says “Thank you for giving us the roots to grow” – adorable.
Collection Prosecco & Salted Caramels – Marks & Spencer
Gifts for teachers don’t come more irresistible than this two-in-one classic! The Prosecco & Salted Caramels set, £20, is a well-deserved sweet indulgence after a day full of classroom chaos.
Bergamot, Fig & Rose Mini Candles Set of Three – Oliver Bonas
Another classic when looking for gifts for teachers; candles are a great choice, especially if they are scented. We love this Bergamot, Fig & Rose Mini Candles Set of Three, £23.50, which feel luxurious and not too sweet on the nose.
Galaxy Paperweight – Graham & Green
Pretty up your teacher’s desk space with the gorgeous Galaxy Paperweight, £13.95. Ideal for a science teacher, this gift shimmers and sparkles with intergalactic flair!
Embossed Glass Lotion Dispenser – Dunelm
This super pretty Embossed Glass Lotion Dispenser, £7, can be filled with hand sanitizer and used as an easy access pump for your teacher at their desk.
Copper House Dry Gin – Adnams
There is absolutely no explanation necessary as to why this makes a great gift for teachers. It’s delicious, it’s perfect with tonic and also great with ginger ale and a slice of lime. Copper House Dry Gin, £26.99, scores an A+. If you know they love gin, find more ideas in our guide to gifts for gin lovers.
Grow It Bonsai Tree Kit – Urban Outfitters
A cool gift that your teacher can keep on their desk, this Grow It Bonsai Tree Kit, £15, is sure to inject some zen into the classroom. The instructions are super simple, too, just add water! This is also a lovely gift for a keen gardener.
Chocoholic Hat Box – Harvey Nichols
Is your teacher a chocolate lover? (Isn’t everyone a chocolate lover?) Then they will adore this indulgent treat from Harvey Nichols that’s packaged to perfection and full to the brim of chocolatey goodness.
The Chocoholic hat box, £40, features hot chocolate, white chocolate, chocolate toffee and salted caramel biscuits – which contain no chocolate whatsoever, so this can count as a balanced meal.
Ultimate Hot Chocolate – Fortnum & Mason
Sticking with the luxury chocolate theme, why not treat your teacher to this delicacy from the nation’s most famous food store. Fortnum & Mason’s Ultimate Hot Chocolate, £19.95, is made with single origin Colombian Chocolate and all natural cocoa butter.
Rixo Project Earth Face Mask – Selfridges
Made from recycled silk, this face mask is oh so soft, and oh so pretty. The Rixo Hope floral-print face covering, £26, is a thoughtful present that’s practical, too.
Washable Lunch Bags – Uncommon Goods
Packed lunches aren’t just for the kids! Help your teacher to bring in food from home in style with this linen and paper blend bag. The Washable Lunch Bag, £32.27, is available in three cool prints, fully insulated and has a removable internal compartment for bowls and jars.
A Poem for Every Night of the Year – Graham & Green
Gifts for teachers should be specical, and this is especially perfect for a literature lover. A dynamic collection, the verses in A Poem for Every Night, £18.99, all link to the date on which they appear. Featuring Shakespeare, Maya Angelou, Lewis Carroll, Tennyson, Yeats and many more greats.
Harbour Seal Pencil Pot – Graham & Green
Utterly adorable and full of kitsch appeal, it’s impossible not to love this hand-painted pencil pot. The Ceramic Harbour Seal, £19.95, is a handy stationery holder and will add a delightful touch to any desk.
Personalised Bumblebee 1/2 Pint Mug – Emma Bridgewater
Your teacher needs a mug for the staff room that won’t be ‘borrowed’ by anyone else! So give the gift of a personalised mug that can’t get ‘half inched’. This Emma Bridgewater Bumblebee Mug, from £20.95, can be filled with 1/2 a pint, so there’s plenty of tea to get through break time!
Blue Granite water bottle – S’well
A metal water bottle is the ideal present to help your teacher keep hydrated! We adore this 500ml Blue Granite S’well, £24.50, that can keep beverages cold for 24 hours and hot for 12.
Relax Prepare for Bed – Neals Yard Remedies
After a busy term of teaching, give the gift of sleep with this dreamy duo. The Relax Prepare for Bed set, £12.50, features the tranquil aromas of organic lavender, vetiver and mandarin in a roll on scent and bubble bath.
Milk Coconut & Vanilla Mineral Bath Soak – Wolf & Badger
Such a treat! Relaxing is made easy with the Milk Coconut & Vanilla Mineral Bath Soak, £19, it’s both hydrating and aromatic.
Floral Bamboo Cup & Socks Gift Set – Thought
Looking for the perfect, sustainable gift for your teacher? The Floral Bamboo Cup & Socks Gift Set, £22, features two pairs of natural women’s socks (from soft bamboo and organic cotton) and a bamboo coffee cup. Cute and comforting!
DIY Macrame Hanger With Pot – Typo
Looking for gifts for teachers that love arts and crafts? Then this make-at-home kit is ideal. The Macrame Hanger With Pot, £12, is an interior design staple at the moment, and would look great filled with a spider plant. Find more craft gift ideas here.
Personalised Cake – Konditor & Cook
A personalised cake from the famous Konditor & Cook, from £22, would be a welcome treat that the whole class can enjoy… if teacher wants to share, that is. Design the cake by choosing a flavour, decoration style, colour scheme and add your own personal message!
Personalised Pencil Case – Not on the High Street
It’s a fact all teachers love stationery! But a big problem at school is that pens, pencils and paperclips all seem to go walkabout…but this gift will solve this problem! The personalised teacher pencil case, £15, is the perfect accessory to keep stationery under wraps! Plus you can personalise it with your teacher’s name hairstyle, hair, skin and lip colour.
Sustainable Outline KAPDAA Notebook – Wolf & Badger
Sticking with the stationery gifts for teachers theme, this luxe notebook is both stylish and sustainable. The KAPDAA Notebook, £19, is made from offcuts of luxury material, giving it a new lease of life and stopping it from being discarded.
Nkuku Animal Paperclips – Amara
These Animal Paperclips, £17, are undeniably precious and will brighten up even the most dull paperwork. Handmade from solid brass, the set includes an elephant, stag and snail!
Teacher Poem Print – Not on the High Street
Your teach will probably ‘get something in their eye’ when you hand them this gift. A funny and honest Teacher Poem Print, £14, with a cool, contemporary design. You also have the option to add a personalised message to make it even more tear-jerking!