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Is this weird? GCSE present

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BareWithMe500 · 21/08/2024 18:44

Hi, we are a Pakistani family living in a little English village. One of our neighbours down the lane has a son who will be getting his results tmrw. In our culture, we give money for gifts. I'd it weird if I put a £20 note in his card or should I just give a card and box of chocolates. We don't know them very well but he is a lovely, polite boy and I want to congratulate him whatever his grades.

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Tel12 · 21/08/2024 19:03

No, not weird at all. I'm going to do the same for my GS. I'm sure he will be delighted.

lovemyboyz247 · 21/08/2024 19:06

That's so kind. Not weird at all.

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BobbyBiscuits · 21/08/2024 19:14

That sounds really generous. I'd say from my perspective it's not the norm for anyone other than close family/parents to give a gift to reward a kid for exam results. Did he definitely get decent marks? If not it could be seen as a bit of a sore point.
Maybe just a tenner, in case they might struggle to reciprocate. Which they probably would feel the obligation to. Or even just the card alone would be enough.

caringcarer · 21/08/2024 19:17

That is very kind of you. Just check he has passed his GCSEs before you congratulate him. Teens love cash gifts.

LiberteEgaliteBeyonce · 21/08/2024 19:23

Good or disappointing results, it's lovely that you want to celebrate this big moment with them. Go for it.

BareWithMe500 · 21/08/2024 19:31

Oh thank you very much everyone. I didnt want to pry and ask the results so I thought I'd just give the gift...fingers crossed he has done well.

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Andwegoroundagain · 21/08/2024 19:32

I think it would be slightly odd unless you were close friends ... and certainly if he's not done well it may be a bit oddly received so I'd check results first

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