To consider NOT giving teacher xmas presents

[LessIsNotMore]

Between the three dc, there are about 7-8 teachers and TAs. There is also the school office, club leaders etc etc.

AIBU to either NOT give any of them presents or to JUST give them chocolate?

They will all get xmas cards.

I don't know about other schools but in mine classroom resources like whiteboard pens or pencils or rubbers would all be gratefully received. One of my favourites was the child who distributed a muffin each round all the teachers and TAs. It's the thought that counts, not the price tag.

And I'd agree there's no obligation to buy anything. It's lovely but not expected or necessary.