THANK you teachers!
There are some exceptional teachers and support staff working at schools across St Helens and we wanted to give you the opportunity to say thank you to those who have made a big difference to you and your child over the past 12 months.
We wanted to hear your thank you messages for the special teachers who have guided your children in the classroom and beyond.
There are plenty of superstars who have helped youngsters on their journeys - here are your messages.
It's not too late to say thank you to your child's teacher.
Send them in using the form below along with the teacher's name, their school and your child's name.
And for an extra special thank you, please include a picture of your child alongside your message.
Community answers
Does your child have the best teacher? Would you like to send them a special thank you message?
"Send us your thank you message along with your child's name, their teacher's name and their school. For an extra special thank you, please include a picture of your child."
We asked for your responses - this is what you sent.
What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?All the teachers, TAs and staff
What's the name of their school?St Mary & St Thomas Primary School
What's your child's name?Dexter
What's your message to your child's teacher?My children have been a part of this school for the past 21 years and all the staff have been amazing. I cannot thank them all enough. Wonderful school, amazing staff and fantastic children.
What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mrs Kellet
What's the name of their school?Queens Park
What's your child's name?Annalise Stewart
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you so much for helping Annalise and our family over the last six years and a big. Thank you to all your amazing staff x
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Annalise with Mrs Kellett What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mrs Bannister
What's the name of their school?Ashurst Primary School
What's your child's name?Matilda
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank for everything you have done for Matilda this year. She has become more confident as the year has progressed .
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Matilda Davies What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mrs Boydell and Mrs Welding
What's the name of their school?Allanson Street Primary School
What's your child's name?Ruby
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you so much for all the help and support you have given and everything you have done for ruby. You have gone above and beyond for her. She will miss you both.
What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Kellie and Gemma
What's the name of their school?Little Harvards Nursery
What's your child's name?JJ and Ivy-Rae
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you for helping make sure JJ got the help and support he needed while also making sure Ivy-Rae never felt left out. Thank you for always being there whenever mummy had any questions. We will miss you!
What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mrs Calley
What's the name of their school?Allanson Street Primary School
What's your child's name?Ethan
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you for being the kindest and most supportive teacher Ethan could ever have hoped for. He has loved every moment with you and the Year 3 team and he will miss you so much next year!
What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss Smith
What's the name of their school?St Theresa’s
What's your child's name?Etta
What's your message to your child's teacher?Miss Smith has been a massive inspiration and support to Etta this year. She has really helped Etta’s confidence to grow and it’s reflected in her beautiful report and incredible results. We are always proud of Etta but Miss Smith’s has really gone the extra mile to help her shine and show even more what a beautiful person she is, and it takes one to know one! Thank you Miss Smith!
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Etta and Miss Smith What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss McCormack
What's the name of their school?St Mary’s Junior Academy
What's your child's name?Rosa-Maria Berry
What's your message to your child's teacher?Miss McCormack has gone above and beyond for our daughter Rosa-Maria this year, not only for her education but for her health. Rosa-Maria got diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes this year. This has been incredibly hard for her but Miss McCormack made lots of adjustments for her to be able to return to school safely and enjoy her school life. Rosa-Maria has been able to achieve some outstanding outcomes in her work and this is all thanks to her incredible teacher. Miss McCormack also took on medical training to administer her injections which kept her safe at school.
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Rosa-Maria with Miss McCormack What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss Murray
What's the name of their school?St Mary's Infants
What's your child's name?Joshua Almonte Hallard
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you for being the best teacher ever I will miss you so much and all the fun we had along the way.
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Joshua Almonte Hallard and Miss Murray What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss Cunliffe
What's the name of their school?Rivington Primary School
What's your child's name?Keisha
What's your message to your child's teacher?Miss Cunliffe isn’t my daughters actual teacher, but I feel she needs appreciation regardless as she stands on the front gate every morning no matter the weather, she’s there welcoming the children into school. She even gets involved when the school has dress up days - she makes an amazing rock star, so thank you so much for all you do at Rivi 🥰
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Miss Cunliffe and Keisha What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mr Jackson
What's the name of their school?Bleak Hill Primary School
What's your child's name?George Merrills
What's your message to your child's teacher?George has loved having Mr Jackson as his Year 2 teacher this year. He couldn’t wait to go into school every day to see him. George has flourished in his class and also enjoyed their regular chats about football! Thank you Mr Jackson!
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Mr Jackson and George Merrills What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mrs Lewis
What's the name of their school?St Mary’s and St Thomas
What's your child's name?Charlotte
What's your message to your child's teacher?This head teacher is one of a kind - truly has a heart of gold and treats every child uniquely. Not only does she go the extra mile but she is always their to support parents whenever they need it. The thought and effort that goes into everything they do at this school is above and beyond. I can not thank every staff member at this school for how much they have done for Charlotte and how much she has achieved in her social, emotional and intellectual skills, it’s all down to this amazing head teacher and her staff. Thanks!
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Charlotte and Mrs Lewis What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss Murray
What's the name of their school?St Mary’s Catholic Infant Academy
What's your child's name?Sophia
What's your message to your child's teacher?Miss Murray is truly the best teacher there could be. Sophia from Nursery to Year 1 was non verbal due to selective mutism and wouldn’t talk to any adults she didn’t know. But when she joined Year 2, Miss Murray gave her the confidence, patience, help and support she desperately needed and Sophia is at the stage where she is so confident and speaks to all her teachers now. Miss Murray has truly helped Sophia come out her shell and given her huge confidence to the point Sophia will now even do karaoke in front of strangers. Thank you so much Miss Murray!
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Sophia with Miss Murray What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mrs Ridgeway
What's the name of their school?Nutgrove Methodist Primary School
What's your child's name?Ollie Cropper
What's your message to your child's teacher?We cannot thank you for all the support and guidance you have given to Ollie during his reception year. Ollie has loved coming to school each day and this is down to the comfort and happiness you bring to the class. Ollie has excelled throughout the year and it has been a joy to hear and see all the amazing things that the class has done this year. Thank you so much xx
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Ollie Cropper What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss Orme
What's the name of their school?Wargrave House
What's your child's name?Florence
What's your message to your child's teacher?This year you have not only been Florence's teacher, but you have been her mentor, carer, medical support, self esteem coach, therapist - the list is endless and we are forever grateful.
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Florence What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mrs Littlewood
What's the name of their school?St Peter’s CE Primary School
What's your child's name?Amelia
What's your message to your child's teacher?Mrs Littlewood has taught at St Peter’s for the last 27 years and has taught all three of my children. It is time for her to retire and enjoy some time to herself. She has been the most amazing teacher. Such a caring nature and has the ability to bring out the best in all the children she teaches. She has made an impression on everyone and as a parent I feel blessed to have had such a wonderful, hard working, talented lady teach my kids. There are not enough ‘thank yous’. You will be dearly missed. What an awesome lady.
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Mrs Littlewood and Amelia What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss James
What's the name of their school?Sherdley Primary School
What's your child's name?Alicia
What's your message to your child's teacher?Miss James has been the greatest support to Alicia. She taught her in Year 2 as well as Year 6 and I couldn’t have asked for a better teacher for my kids. She takes the time to understand each child and adapts to them and it makes the biggest difference and we’re so thankful for her. Thank you so much Miss James, you’re one in a million xx
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Miss James and Alicia What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss Emma Barnes
What's the name of their school?St Mary and St Thomas
What's your child's name?Hudson Lacey
What's your message to your child's teacher?Find me better..... I dare you..... Teachers are ace but TAs are INCREDIBLE X
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Hudson Lacey and THE best TA in the land Miss Barnes What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mrs Smith
What's the name of their school?Wargrave C of E Primary School
What's your child's name?Isaac White
What's your message to your child's teacher?We want to thank Mrs Smith for everything she has done for Isaac since he started school. It was Isaac’s last day today as he moves to his new SEN school in September but we are so grateful that Isaac had such an amazing teacher and I know he will miss her lots. She really is one in a million. We will never forget all the kindness and support she has shown Isaac and our family.
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Isaac White What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?All the staff of P2
What's the name of their school?Lansbury Bridge
What's your child's name?Cam Hewitt
What's your message to your child's teacher?I would like to thank all the staff at Lansbury Bridge, especially his class staff at p2 for being a massive blessing. Cam is autistic and started in September completely non verbal. He can now communicate singular words and I can’t wait to see the future for Cam. Thank you - you’re all amazing!
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Cam What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss Aspinall
What's the name of their school?St John Vianney
What's your child's name?Teddy Fenton
What's your message to your child's teacher?The biggest thanks to Miss Aspinall for helping to support and settle Teddy and Luna into school after he started here in March. He is thriving in school and has become more confident in himself and that’s all down to her. She is an amazing teacher and the school is a fantastic school with dedicated staff who care for each pupil individually and go above and beyond. Massive thank you. Xx
What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Staff at Wargrave CE School
What's the name of their school?Wargrave CE School
What's your child's name?Logan and Riley Chadwick
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you so much for all the help you have given both boys this year. They're doing amazing. Thank you for all your support too.
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Logan And Riley Chadwick What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mr Winterbottom and Mr Ford
What's the name of their school?Launchpad Derbyshire Hill Road
What's your child's name?Lilymae Watson
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you for everything you have done for me and with me. I’ll miss you all
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Lilymae What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss Swaby and all staff
What's the name of their school?De la Salle
What's your child's name?Charmaine Swift
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you for all your support for Charmaine for the past year. We couldn't wish for a better school.
What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mrs Cosgrove
What's the name of their school?Broadoak Primary School
What's your child's name?Koray Critchley
What's your message to your child's teacher?Your patience, encouragement and dedication have made all the difference in Koray’s progress this year. I am amazed at how far he as come under your tutelage and I am forever grateful for your unwavering belief in Koray. Thank you so much for being an amazing teacher and role model .X
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Koray Critchley What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mrs Philips
What's the name of their school?Holy Spirit
What's your child's name?Samantha
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you for everything you have done for Sam in Year 6 and encouraging her to try her hardest and getting her threw her SATs. We are so grateful for the help support and guidance you have given to her.
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Mrs Philips and Sam What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss Ashton
What's the name of their school?Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School
What's your child's name?Tyler
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you for everything you have done for Tyler this year in reception. You have really helped her to flourish and grow in confidence and will always have a special place in her heart. You really are one in a million.
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Miss Ashton and Tyler What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mrs Williams
What's the name of their school?Carr Mill Primary School
What's your child's name?Ronan
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you so much Mrs Williams for everything you have done for Ronan and us as a family this past year. You've not only been Ronan's nursery teacher but his safe person when things have got too much! We are forever grateful for you for guiding us through the hardest months of our lives.
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Mrs Williams and Ronan What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Jo, Jess and Chloe
What's the name of their school?Kids Planet, Whiston
What's your child's name?Heidi McKernan
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you for all the hard work, time and patience you have put into building a bond and safe place for Heidi this past year. She’s come on more than we could have ever imagined x
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Heidi What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mrs Noufal, Mrs Wade and the lovely office staff
What's the name of their school?St Austin's Catholic Primary School
What's your child's name?Lydia Bailey
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you so much for not only supporting me through my learning journey this year but also through my illnesses. The care you have shown me, the kindness and have helped me to continue to feel included within my class. Thank you for believing in me. From Lydia's family, thank you so much for looking after our amazing Lydia. She's had a year of ups and downs and you've all been there for her, smiling away and encouraging her when she was having her tough days. You've made what has been an anxious time that bit less so, reassuring us that she was being looked after in your care. Thank you so much have a lovely summer break.
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Lydia Bailey What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Jordan
What's the name of their school?Ash Meadow School
What's your child's name?Aaron Sylvester
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you for everything you have done with Aaron. You're a brilliant teacher that understands him.
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Aaron Sylvester and Jordan What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mr L Ashcroft
What's the name of their school?Lansbury Bridge
What's your child's name?Lucas
What's your message to your child's teacher?Mrs L Ashcroft at Lansbury Bridge and the other staff there who have put up with my son who has autism non verbal and has cvi and also partially blind. They have gone above and beyond to make sure my son gets the help he needs and also making sure he is happy and making sure if he needs something they get it done and sorted. So glad he's got you again in September. Thank you for everything you have done ❤️👏👏
What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss Powell
What's the name of their school?Thatto Heath Primary School
What's your child's name?Jasmine Wilson
What's your message to your child's teacher?Miss Powell been amazing with my daughter this year and Jasmine really improved on her work, getting all As from Ds and Cs. Jasmine's continence has really improved and she will be sad to leave her class. Thank you Miss Powell.
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Ten-year-old Jasmine Wilson What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mr Cox
What's the name of their school?Robins Lane Primary School
What's your child's name?Lucas Ryan
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you for believing in me and helping me to grow and for always pushing me to do more in maths
What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Laura, Amy, Paula, Gemma and Joie,
What's the name of their school?Lansbury Bridge School
What's your child's name?James Travis
What's your message to your child's teacher?We wanted to thank each and every one of you for the past year. You all go above and beyond for our children in p6. It doesn’t go unnoticed and we see how hard you all work and love our children just like your own . Here’s to another year in September and with the added staff member of Emma S. Here’s to more achievements and lots of fun along the way . Thank you 😊
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James in school What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mr Platt
What's the name of their school?Holy Spirit Primary School
What's your child's name?Abigail Smith
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you for growing Abbie's confidence and for being the best role model. Thank you for listening and reassuring both us and Abbie. You are honestly the best. Thank you to Miss Green, Mrs Derrick and Mrs Martin - you are all worth your weight in gold.
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Abigail displaying her awesome work. What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss Rickers
What's the name of their school?Merton Bank
What's your child's name?Pixie-Lou Wetton
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you for going above and beyond to help my child grow and thrive! Thank you for being the best teacher to me and by helping me to learn new things. I will miss you. Good luck at your new school!
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Pixie-Lou Wetton, aged six What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?All staff at Crank Day Nursery
What's the name of their school?Crank Day Nursery
What's your child's name?Jessica
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you all for loving and supporting Jessica throughout her four years at nursery! She has had an amazing adventure and you have all helped shaped her into the amazing little girl she is today! She will be so sad to leave you all but she is so ready for her next adventure at school! xx
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(from left) Nichola, Lyndsey, Gemma, Amy and Lesley What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Miss Murray
What's the name of their school?St Mary’s Catholic Infant School and Nursery
What's your child's name?Izzy Hughes
What's your message to your child's teacher?Izzy has absolutely thrived during this last school year and it’s all down you Miss Murray. We couldn’t have asked for a more dedicated teacher. You’ve gone above and beyond and we are so grateful. Izzy’s missing you already xxx
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Miss Murray and Izzy Hughes and Izzy's Awesome Author award What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mr Houltram
What's the name of their school?Queen’s Park
What's your child's name?Alfie Peers
What's your message to your child's teacher?Thank you for all your support for the last two years ! What an awesome time we have had 📚✏️
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Alfie Peers Q4 What's the name of the teacher you would like to thank?Mrs Ashton
What's the name of their school?Bleakhill Primary School
What's your child's name?Freddy Roby
What's your message to your child's teacher?A big thank you you have gone above and beyond to get everything put in place for Freddy this year😇 I couldn't have done it without you♥️ Freddy's been blessed with the best at this school🥰
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