The end of the year is fast approaching and everyone's to-do list is growing. One group that will undoubtedly be counting down the days—no matter how much they love their job—are teachers, educators, and daycare assistants.
Teachers are among the most environmentally conscious people in our community, so it goes without saying that the best and most loved teacher gifts in 2025 will be thoughtful, useful, and sustainable!
Teachers in Australia these days have a lot on their plate. Whether it's “teaching to the Naplan,” ensuring their students are safe and happy, or meeting diverse needs. We can help students ensure their teachers feel appreciated with gift ideas that aren't throwaway trinkets destined for landfills.
Teachers are amazing people who dedicate their lives to educating and inspiring the next generation. But finding the perfect gift for teachers from students can be tricky. So, without further ado, here are our picks for this year's Gifts for teachers under $50.
Updated in November 2025 with the best ideas (first published in Oct. 2023)
1. Banabae Organic Cotton Crew Socks – Rad Teacher
For the cool & practical
Every teacher deserves a little recognition for the cool, calm, collected energy they bring to class each day—and these Banabae organic cotton socks say it all.
With “Rad Teacher” boldly stitched into soft, breathable organic cotton, they’re a fun and functional way to celebrate your teacher’s personality.
A small gift that’ll make a big impression (and keep their feet happy all term long).
Shop the Banabae Rad Teacher socks ›
2. Red Parka Enamel Pins
For the book loving teacher
Perfect for lanyards, totes, or denim jackets, these pins add a pop of colour and personality to any outfit. Affordable, meaningful, and guaranteed to make your teacher smile.
Shop the Red Parka Shhh… reading pin ›
Shop the I love books and cats pin ›
Shop the Read more boo-books pin ›
3. Koala Tea Gift Tin Selection
Tea time treat for busy teachers
A good cup of tea can turn even the busiest school day around. Koala Tea’s beautifully presented tins feature 25 organic, Australian-made tea bags in delightful blends inspired by the Australian landscape.
Choose from the Classic, Beach, or Desert collections—each offering a soothing mix of teas for every moment, from early-morning energy boosts to afternoon unwinds. The reusable tins make lovely keepsakes for the desk or kitchen.
Shop the Classic Koala Tea gift tin ›
Shop the Beach Tea gift tin ›
Shop the Desert Tea gift tin ›
4. Kodiak Stainless Steel Insulated Drinkware
Useful reusable for waste-conscious educators
Teachers practically live on tea and coffee, so a stylish, spill-proof drinkware set is a daily essential. The Kodiak range has something for every teacher’s routine – the 12oz Sip Cup for their morning flat white, and the Cascade 40oz bottle for staying hydrated all day.
Both are double-walled, vacuum-insulated, and built to last, keeping drinks at the perfect temperature through playground duty, staff meetings, and beyond. Sleek, sustainable, and endlessly useful.
Shop the Kodiak Sip Cup ›
Shop the Kodiak Cascade Bottle ›
5. Loco Love Luvio artisan chocolates
For the sweet teacher
If you’re going to give chocolate, make it extraordinary. Loco Love’s Luvio bars are handcrafted, organic, and beautifully wrapped—each flavour a moment of indulgence.
The Roasted hazelnut + fleur de sel is rich and nutty, the Toasted coconut + sea salt adds tropical sweetness, and the Peppermint cacao crisp brings a refreshing crunch.
It’s the kind of treat that makes a long week feel instantly better—and the perfect thank-you for teachers who pour their heart into every lesson. A decadent bite of gratitude, wrapped beautifully.
Shop the Roasted hazelnut + fleur de bar ›
Shop the Toasted coconut + sea salt bar ›
Shop the Peppermint cacao crisp bar ›
6. Ziggy’s Wild Foods
Tastes of Australia always enjoyed
For teachers, day care assistants or teacher's aides who love to cook (or try something new), Ziggy’s Wild Foods brings the bold, vibrant tastes of Australia to the table.
Choose from the Davidson Plum & Dorrigo Pepper hot sauce, the Wild Strawberry Gum & Watermelon cordial, or the Davidson Plum gin botanical jam—each crafted from wild-harvested native ingredients.
They’re unexpected, delicious, and perfect for the teacher who’s hard to buy for. Add one (or a trio) to a hamper for an Aussie twist they won’t forget.
Shop Ziggy’s Wild Foods range ›
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7. Journal or Note-Takers Bundle
For lifelong learners & list makers
Teachers are lifelong list-makers, dreamers, and doodlers, which makes a fresh notebook the ultimate blank slate for the year ahead.
Earth Greetings’ Bushwalk journal features recycled paper and vibrant Australian art, while the Affirmations note-takers bundle adds motivational flair to everyday planning.
Both are sustainably made, plastic-free, and beautiful enough to live permanently on a teacher’s desk. A meaningful gift for jotting notes, ideas, or just a quiet moment of reflection.
Shop the Earth Greetings Bushwalk journal ›
Shop the Affirmations note-takers bundle ›
8. Sow ’n Sow Native Seed Gifts
Green gifts that grow gratitude
Sow ’n Sow’s Gift of Seeds Christmas card combines your handwritten thanks with a packet of native seeds—so your teacher can grow wildflowers long after the school year ends.
Or opt for the Native Seed Bomb Box, a fun, ready-to-plant collection that brings Australian biodiversity to their garden or balcony. A thoughtful, eco-friendly way to say thank you that keeps giving, season after season.
Shop the Gift of Seeds Christmas card ›
Shop the Native Seed Bomb Box ›
9. Wooden Christmas Decorations
Australian made keepsakes to make them smile
Add a little Australian cheer to your teacher’s Christmas with a handcrafted wooden ornament.
The Little Rowan Redhead pavlova decoration is a nod to our festive favourite dessert, while the Earth Greetings Fairy Wren design celebrates our native wildlife. Both are laser-cut from sustainable wood and make charming keepsakes for years to come. A perfect small gift that’s personal, eco-conscious, and full of heart.
Shop the Little Rowan Redhead pavlova ornament ›
Shop the Earth Greetings fairy wren decoration ›
A thoughtful way to say thank you
Teachers give so much of themselves every year—patience, creativity, and heart—so it’s only fitting to give a gift that feels just as thoughtful. Whether it’s a cosy pair of socks, a bar of artisan chocolate, or a keepsake that celebrates their love of learning, every product in Biome’s Teacher Gifts collection is sustainable, beautifully made, and designed to bring a little joy to those who inspire so many.
So there you have it—a comprehensive list to help say ‘thank you’ to a precious resource in your life: your child's teacher. We hope you found Biome's Collection of Teacher Gifts Australia helpful, and that it inspires the perfect gift!
