I’m a teacher and these are the presents we really don’t want for Christmas – we’d always prefer the cash
A TEACHER lifted the lid on the gifts that they’re sick of being given at Christmas, and it’s bad news if you’ve already bought a mug.
Writing for Mamma Mia, Lucinda Chambers shared the best and worst presents you can give your kids’ educator.
Having been in the profession for 15 years, the experienced teacher has been given a half eaten Mars bar before and even an engagement ring from a pupil who had raided his mum’s jewellery box.
But the presents that teachers get inundated with and just don’t need any more of include:
Mugs
Lucinda explained that she constantly gets handed mugs at the end of term.
She suggested that a reusable water bottle or even a keep cup for coffee instead.
Lotions
She also advised against giving your children’s teacher any creams or skincare.
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Lucinda said: “A beautifully scented hand cream or shower gel is a lovely thought, but what ‘smells good’ is highly personal, not to mention that some teachers may have highly sensitive skin. “
Chocolate and sweets
The teacher also warned against chocolate and sweets as not every teacher enjoys them.
She said: “As strange as it might sound, not everyone loves chocolate and lollies.
“But if you know the teacher has a sweet tooth, go for it (just make sure it’s wrapped so little fingers don’t get into the chocolates first!).”
Instead Lucinda suggested that personal or homemade gifts and cards always go down well, like some cookies or a home decorated Christmas decoration.
She also advised against spending too much money and suggested clubbing in with the other parents to get one big item rather than 30 smaller ones.
Ultimately Lucinda explained that a gift card is the best gift of all as it means that they can spend it on something they really want – like a meal or a massage.