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Nearly one in three people admit they couldn't handle teaching
Blue Light Card’s report found 53% of Brits say teachers do not get the credit they deserve.
Blue Light Card released the Teacher Impact Report, a national study finding 63% of Brits believe teachers should receive more recognition for their societal impact, backed by primary school teacher Lee Parkinson MBE, known as Mr. P.
The report examines how teachers shape far more than exam results, with research showing their influence extends decades into pupils' adult lives, as UK schools prepare for summer break.
Curiosity emerged as the top quality teachers instil, chosen by one in five Brits, followed by confidence at 19% and resilience at 16%, though 53% say teachers do not get the credit they deserve.
Neil Caldicott, chief marketing officer from Blue Light Card, said 33% of Brits believe exclusive perks and brand offers would make teachers feel valued, positioning the organisation to close this recognition gap.
This summer, thousands of teachers renewing Blue Light Card membership can access over 15,000 brand discounts through the app and website, extending recognition benefits across NHS, emergency services and social care professions.