As the end of the school year approaches, many parents and students look for meaningful ways to thank teachers for their hard work, dedication, and support. Choosing a thank you gift that is both thoughtful and environmentally friendly is a great way to show appreciation while also caring for the planet. Sustainable gifts, such as reusable items, locally sourced products, or experiences rather than disposable goods, can reduce waste and environmental impact without sacrificing quality or sentiment. Here are some sustainable thank you gifts for teachers that we recommend.
Air Up Water Bottles
Air Up water bottles are a really popular choice. They flavour water by scent alone which is a fun and healthy way to upgrade a drink, perfect for teachers who need to be able to sip their water throughout the day to stay hydrated and prevent sore throats from all the talking they need to do. The fact the air ups are sealed cups that can come with straws is also bonus, especially for those working in primary schools as it will help prevent any leakages or spillages in the classroom and of course a reusable cup is great for the environment making this a lovely sustainable and healthy gift. There are lots of scents/flavours available but the one I would recommend is the start kits which comes with a bottle and a 3 pack variety so the teacher can discover their own favourite.
Thermos
For teachers that prefer a coffee over a water then it has to be a thermos Iconic Glide Travel Mug. They are available in 5 different colours with something for everyone and hold an impressive 530ml of liquid, enough coffee to get any teacher through the day! It has a double-wall, airless barrier which locks in temperature, keeping drinks hot for up to 5 hours so even on the most hectic of mornings they will still be able to enjoy their coffee whilst it’s hot, even if it is mid afternoon, or it can keep a cold drink cold for 20 hours!
Coffee Press
If you are looking for something a little bit different then how about an AeroPress Original Coffee Maker, it’s a super portable brewer and thanks to it’s patented brewing technology it makes barista-quality coffee in under two minutes!
It includes a custom scoop, stirrer, and built-in filter holder, allowing you to brew up to three delicious cups in one press, they’ll be the most popular teacher in the staff room in no time!
Vegan Chocolate
If you want to say thank you with chocolate but also want to keep it vegan friendly and sustainable then how about PLAYin CHOC. Their JustChoc range makes a wonderful gift for teachers and is available in both M.lk and Dark chocolate. You can buy bars in 30g, 60g, and 100g sizes, making them a perfect little treat or premium gift option.
What makes PLAYin chocolate a great gift idea is that it is:
- Allergen free
- Vegan
- Organic
- Made with 100% recyclable packaging
Divine Chocolate
If you would prefer to opt for flavoured chocolate and don’t need it to be vegan friendly but still want sustainable then how about Divine Chocolate, the only chocolate brand co-owned by farmers. They have a selection of chocolate treats that are all made from premium cocoa with ethically-sourced ingredient including
- 45% Milk Chocolate
- Dark Chocolate
- 70% Dark Chocolate with raspberries
- 70% Dark Chocolate with ginger and orange
- 38% Milk Chocolate with Salted Caramel
- 70% Dark Chocolate with Mint Crisp
Beauty Products
Now beauty products might not be your usual go to teach gift but when it’s products that everyone uses, male and female, they are eco friendly and made by Faith in Nature, there’s no reason why they can’t be. The Faith in Nature products are a great gift idea, they have shampoo, conditioner and body wash available in lots of different fragrances with something for everyone but what makes them great is that they are refillable so if they teacher loves them they can become a sustainable convert to and just purchase refills in the future!
All the Faith In Nature products are
- vegan
- cruelty-free
- free from parabens
- SLS free
- SLES free
- free from silicones
- gentle on the skin
- lighter on the planet
Aroma Bracelet
If you’re looking for something a little bit different for your child’s teacher this year then how about this beautiful time to smile Aroma Bracelet gift set from Green People.
It contains
- 1 x Alexandra Kay Time to Smile Essential Oil Blend 10ml
With uplifting notes of Sweet Orange, Lemon and Bergamot pure essential oils, our Time to Smile is pure sunshine in a bottle! Dispense a few drops on your lava beads to enjoy its joy giving vibes.
- 1 x Lava Stone Aromatherapy Bracelet
Stylish and elegant, this expandable lava stone bracelet is a discreet way to get your self-care on the go.
Hand Creams
Hand creams make a great gift for teachers, especially those in early years, and this Soothing Hand Essentials gift set from Green People is perfect. It comes in a lovely purple gift box and contains three different hand creams
- Ginger and Clove – Nourishing
- Mandarin and Ho Wood – Revitalising
- Rose and Geranium – Softening
Each cream is 30ml of organic luxury, mixing pure essential oils with soothing Shea Butter and barrier-boosting Squalane to give the ultimate pamper treat for hands.
Piece of Art
Why not treat the teacher to something a little bit different, something they can keep for years to come and either display in their classroom or their home as a reminder of the amazing job they do and the lovely pupil that treated them. Why not say thank you with some art but not just any art, sustainable felt art from Custtom made from recycled PET bottles and available in 11 different designs and 17 different colours.
