I think it’s a personal preference thing. I certainly don’t worry too much. I’ve done it once as a teacher sent home a small gift. A cheap succulent works well if you feel obligated- Facebook marketplace is a gem!

I made gingerbread men with our children to give as gifts to teachers and or school friends. Home made gift with our love and thanks.

Like everything these days, we’ve gone mad. This was just starting to be a thing when my son was in Secondary School (with friends doing this for their primary school teachers). If a teacher is really special and does something above and beyond for your child, it’s nice to recognise that personally – not for instagram or FB, but because it’s meaningful. I feel it’s become social, a competition, who can buy the best gift and share it. Imagine being a teacher receiving 25 gifts? Or for those families that can’t afford it. I think it’s absolutely way out of control and not necessary. Do you buy your Postie a gift? Your GP?

Its an individual choice. After listening to my sister who is a school teacher in the country and the lovely gifts she receives, her response has always been – it makes teaching worthwhile. She loves all her gifts.

Some give gifts, others like myself don’t, the choice is yours who you give Christmas gifts too. My child gives everyone a card and 2 friends a present. We’ll be giving the osh team chocolates

My chiren aged 22 and 19 now, always gave a gift to their teachers for christmas and an Easter egg at christmas time. It.s not a new thing. We jut always did.

I’m an old girl and I remember giving my teachers a gift every Xmas until I reached high school and then there were too many teachers. So a small gift and a card would be nice to let them know they’re appreciated. My friend is a primary school teacher and it’s hard work that I never realised. Plus, they seem to have to deal with more these days too.

Yes I gave our kinder teachers gifts when my children finished kinder. And I have bought their teacher a gift every year. A special one for grade prep & grade 6. You can buy some really nice & affordable gifts on line. I like to make them personalised.

We can only give small gifts as our kids go to a council daycare so they’re only allowed to accept gifts less than 20 bucks or so!

I like to buy a gift to say how greatful I am for the work they have done over the year. I feel educators (childcare or school) are so severely underpaid that my little token at least shows that someone appreciates them. Doesn’t need to cost a bomb, just a small token, but definitely not something you have to do.

I agree with Mum-Em’s comment below. A personalised card with meaningful words of thanks is perfect for a thank you for a year of teaching and learning at school.

I don’t remember ever really giving my teachers gifts. Maybe a Christmas card. That would be 25 years ago. I don’t want to give out gifts that people don’t use or really appreciate so I’ll get my son to make some cards. Something creative that shows our appreciation.

I can remember giving teachers end of year gifts when I was in school, and that’s over 40 years ago. It’s not new. It is not that hard to find something small and personal (I usually look at about $20) and it’s a nice gesture.

Maybe it has become an expectancy because a lot of people do it and therefor feel the pressure to do it too. It’s not a must but a nice gesture to express our gratitude. Personally I’ve had years we just did a handmade card with something our kids made themselves or we made together. When I do buy a gift I try to keep it below $10. I would most certainly not give a gift to all the staff members of the childcare centre

It has been a ‘thing’ for a long time and it is ok to opt out of gift giving. I know plenty of teachers and they do get overloaded with gifts at certain times of the year. We give a heartfelt and personalised card and avoid over consumerism.

It’s been a thing for quite some time. At least 10 years from what I recall. It’s not expected but it is a nice gesture. I am keeping it really cheap and simple and getting a jar with some smarties in it with a card that says thanks for making me a smartie this year. Lots of cheap creative ideas out there. You don’t need to spend much.

I gifted and created lost of Christmas ornaments last year as a gifts. My angels and ballerinas were very popular as a gifts for educators and teachers – especially that the price ranges from $8-$15 so it’s affordable and unique. If you would like to see some of it please visit my Facebook page Under Her Wings macrame by Justyna