The “end-of-year-teachers-gift” can be a contentious subject but I hope this blog gives you a few suggestions that may tick your box.
Teachers and Teaching Assistants do such an important job: They nurture, teach, referee, discipline, encourage & support. They care about our “babies”.
Some of you may feel that you would like to buy a teacher gift so here are a few ideas. This is by no means compulsory and do not feel pressure to do so. A THANK YOU and have a nice holiday will always suffice.
I asked a few of my teacher friends what gifts they’ve really liked, and those they haven’t. Unsurprisingly, booze comes out on top! You’re on to a winner with a nice bottle of wine or some beers! Clubbing together is a good idea as it means you can get one really nice present and then the teacher doesn’t receive loads of the same – everyone popping in a small amount will go far further. You could buy a voucher to a beautician, cafe, restaurant or pub so they can enjoy a meal this holiday.
Here are a few ideas of what and where to buy it #shoplocal
The Topiary Tree Florist has a lovely selection of plants and flowers in their Malton shop.
All teacher gifts will be under £10, starting from just £2. They have a selection of teacher gifts including fresh flower arrangements at £5 and £10.
FREE DELIVERY TO SCHOOLS IN MALTON & NORTON IF ORDERED IN ADVANCE
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Malton Shop: 11 Finkle Street, Malton, YO17 7JD. 01653 692671
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York Wines
Independent Wine Merchants based in Sheriff Hutton.
Great selection of beers, wines and spirits. They have bottles starting at £3. Perfect teacher gift!
Moor Farm, Sheriff Hutton Road, Sheriff Hutton, YO32 5TX
01347 878716
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The Balloon Tree Farmshop & Cafe sell an extensive array of soaps and moisturisers, scented candles and reed diffusers, various decorative ornaments and a selection of mugs and cups for the kitchen cabinet. Not forgetting vouchers, they make great presents.
If you are looking for something a little more personal and tailor-made, we can make up gift hampers using what we stock within the farm shop. Common items include artisan biscuits, chocolates, a local beer, or wine, we have even made cheese hampers for people in the past.
Visit the build your own hamper section of our online store to take a look at what we can do for you. If there is something more specific or bespoke email caroline@theballoontree.co.uk.
01759 373023
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Kemps General Store & Bookshop
Kemps can be your one stop shop for gifts to say thank-you and at this time of year the biggest thank-yous go to our Teachers.
We have plenty of great ideas across all budgets with lots of great teacher cards too.
Ideas include lovely stationery, candles, bath & body treats from Noble Isle including Whisky & Water and Yorkshire Rhubarb fragrances and of course both National Book Tokens.
Our shelves are also crammed with activity books and games to keep everyone occupied over the summer so pop in and get stocked up for those rainy days.
Kemps Gift Vouchers. Remember Kemps is open 7 days a week too!
Kemps General Store 11 Market Place Malton YO177LP
01653 693577
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The Park at Hovingham
Perhaps a Gift Voucher to this Hair and Beauty salon in the heart of Hovingham with a lovely cozy coffee house and gift shop.
Ryedale Dog Field and Pickering Dog Field
Does your teacher have a dog? A different and perhaps good idea is a voucher for Ryedale Dog Field at Broughton or Pickering Dog Fields, Pickering. These are enclosed fields offering dog owners the space to let their dogs exercise off the lead, allowing users the sole use of the field for their booked slot. Booking the field gives the user exclusive access to the area for their allotted time of either 30 or 60 minutes.
Children are welcome with adults and dogs. They can bring a football too or enjoy a picnic whilst the dogs play.
Opposite Tofts Lane, Malton Road, Pickering, YO18 8EA – Website – walks@pickeringdogfield.co.uk
Manor Farm, Broughton, Malton, YO17 6QJ – Website – walks@ryedaledogfield.co.uk
Or call Emma on 07734 958539
All the teachers I asked said they loved homemade cards and gifts as it shows you really care. From candles to food – they loved the thoughtfulness of something made by their pupils. One top tip is homemade millionaires shortbread! This is yummy and it’s so easy to make. Follow the BBC Food recipe for shortbread, cover them in caramel (you could use the Carnation cans), and then pour melted chocolate over the top. To make them look like something you’d see on the GBBO – drizzle a different coloured melted chocolate over the top.
Alternatively, Prepare a teacher “Summer Survival Thank You Bucket.” Children can have fun decorating the bucket and then fill with little treats for the teacher over the summer such as a magazine, sweets, homemade gifts etc.
Others gifts to get a mention are something practical like cotton/canvas tote bags – to carry all that marking home or a book by their favourite author or a reusable coffee mug.
