MISS-PRICED
‘What happened to chocolates and a card?’ fumes mum as she’s chased for £40 to buy teacher gifts
Even teachers have spoken up about the issue and revealed what they really want
THE end of the school year is fast approaching, with kids excited to finish up for the summer holidays.
And before they wave goodbye to their classroom, or school, for the last time, many like to give their teacher a thank you gift for all their help and support.
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Being a teacher is one of the most important jobs in the world.
But with the overwhelming workload and never-ending marking, it can feel thankless at times.
So while giving a gift at the end of the school year isn't required, it's a nice way to thank teachers for being there for your kid every day.
One mum, however, has insisted the tradition has gone too far after being asked to cough up £40 for gift whip-rounds.
The raging parent fumed: "Does anyone else think end of terms gifts contributions are becoming excessive?
"Between both class teachers I am £20 then I have been asked for another £10 for another teacher, which I have refused, now asking for £10 for dance teacher?
"What happened to a box of chocolates and a card??"
Other mums and dads seem to be in full agreement and have said it can lead to some feeling anxious about money.
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"I think it is becoming a bit excessive, I'm sure some teachers also think that", one said.
Someone else added: "A card, email or something handmade is lovely.
I’m a primary school teacher and we hate loads of things you buy your kids - shoes with laces are an immediate no
"There has been a cost of living crisis and families often cannot afford this. It is terrible that this has become a ‘thing’. Just another thing for families to get anxious about."
A third blasted: "It’s ridiculous, chocs and a card is definitely sufficient!"
Meanwhile, a fourth added: "I don't have kids but if I did I would get them to hand pick some flowers from the garden to make little bouquet with a little tag attached saying that the child picked them . I bet it would be just as appreciated."
And a fifth wrote: "As a parent, I just feel as if so much more is expected of teachers than when I was at school, and I do think they genuinely deserve a bloody medal at the end of the year lol.
"However, the past few years, I've picked up a wee Costa voucher and a bottle of wine. I figure my children are probably the reason they require both lol.
"And I always send in a wee handwritten note in the card, because I'm truly grateful for their care and support for my kids through the year.
"I always want the class to club together and give them like £150 voucher they can spend on anything they like, but there will always be parents who can't join in and I hate the thought of leaving anyone out."
Even teachers have agreed that presents have become too elaborate, and called for parents to keep their cash.
Responding to the Facebook post, one former classroom Miss admitted: "When I taught I got embarrassed by the amounts some parents spent. Although greatly appreciated, it was not necessary.
There has been a cost of living crisis and families often cannot afford this
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"The best gift I ever received was six eggs the boy's chickens had laid that morning and homemade jam! Will never forget."
Another echoed: "I'm a teacher and would be horrified if parents ever feel they're being overstretched to buy me a gift. Please don't do it.
"If your kids' teachers have made a difference then maybe send them a nice email to let them know but don't spend money you don't have or want to. Kind words are plenty."
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"As a teacher, a card is more than enough. Words are priceless and worth so much more to us", chimed in a third.
While a fourth pleaded: "Stick with a card! It’s more appreciated/families are struggling and they should not be spending that kind of money on teachers! I say it as a teacher."