TREAT YOUR TEACHER COMPETITION
Do you have the BEST TEACHER?
At Ballymena Means, we know how important teachers and school staff are to our local primary schools. From teachers and classroom assistants to principals, caretakers, dinner staff and office teams, there are so many people who help make school a happy, supportive and inspiring place every day.
Now we want to hear from YOU!
Tell us why your teacher or school staff member deserves a special thank you this year.
TWO WAYS TO ENTER
Option 1: Write a Letter or Email
Write a letter or email telling us why your chosen teacher or school staff member is so special and why they deserve to win.
We’d love it if letters were handwritten by the student where possible.
Letters can be:
- Emailed to info@ballymenameans.com
- Posted to:
Ballymena BID Limited
Office 1
Ballymena Business Centre
51–53 Church Street
Ballymena
BT43 6DD - Hand delivered to the Ballymena BID office
Option 2: Send a Video
Create a short video telling us why your teacher or school staff member is the best.
Videos can be created by one student or by a group or class together.
Videos can be sent:
- By direct message to the @BallymenaMeans Instagram page
- By email to info@ballymenameans.com
Please note: if sending by email, you may need to use a file-sharing link for larger videos. We recommend using WeTransfer.
EVERY ENTRY MUST INCLUDE
- Student’s Name
- Student’s Age
- Class
- Primary School
- Name of the Teacher or School Staff Member
- Parent or Guardian Name
- Parent or Guardian Contact Details
For video entries, please make sure this information is included in the message or email that accompanies the video.
PRIZES
Selected teachers and school staff from across the greater Ballymena area will receive a special thank-you gift including:
- A Ballymena Gift Card
- and something pretty or sweet.
DEADLINE
Entries must be received by Wednesday 3rd June.
Parents or guardians and schools will be contacted if selected.
We can’t wait to hear all about your amazing teachers and school staff!
GIVE TEACHERS THE GIFT OF CHOICE
Looking for the perfect end-of-term gift for your teacher?
The Ballymena Gift Card is a thoughtful way to say thank you.
Accepted in over 100 Ballymena businesses including retail, hospitality, beauty, home and more, it’s a gift your teacher can enjoy their way.
Buy individually or club together with other parents for the perfect class gift.
Where to Buy
- Kiosks located in Fairhill & Tower Centre Shopping Centres
- Load this card can be picked up from Midtown Makers on Church Street
- Online at Ballymena Gift Card
