Blue Light Card welcomes teachers to its list of eligible services. Teachers, teaching assistants (TAs), early years educators, education support staff and Lunch Supervisors make a lasting impact every single day. Blue Light Card is proud to recognise your commitment by giving you access to over 15,000 discounts; from everyday essentials to well-deserved treats.
The below are just a small selection of the thousands of amazing discounts for teachers we currently have live right now. If you work in the education sector, then sign up now to take advantage of these amazing discounts.
Check out our Popular Brands page for more of the amazing brands where you can access discounts.
Teachers, teaching assistants, early years educators and all school support staff can enjoy exclusive teacher discounts across various sectors, including retail, hospitality, entertainment, travel and more. This allows you to save money on everyday purchases and special occasions, whether it's shopping for essentials or enjoying a meal out.
Blue Light Card also offers access to exclusive events and experiences, such as discounted tickets for concerts, shows and nationwide sporting events.
Blue Light Card has a wide range of partners, offering benefits not just in retail but also in areas like days out, holidays and even car hire services. This means that teachers can benefit from a wide range of opportunities beyond just traditional retail discounts.
Joining the Blue Light Card community couldn't be easier for members of the teaching community. Follow the simple 3-steps below to join over 4 million members saving money every day.
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Just £4.99 for 2 years — no hidden charges, no subscriptions. Straight-up savings for those who serve.
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Our new Teacher Impact Report reveals the numbers behind teacher appreciation – and uncovers a clear “thank-you gap” between the impact teachers have and the appreciation they receive.
Don’t just take our word for it; see what our members who work in education think about Blue Light Card.
"I'm proud of being a teacher. So me being able to present my blue light card is also me being proud of who I am and what I do."
“For the price that it is, Blue Light Card is worth it. Five pound, and you know, I get discounts. It's cheap, and why not?”
“I think the amount of discounts you can get, the days out and the opportunities that are available to you, it's an absolute no-brainer. It's an absolute must for all families, and who wouldn't want to save money?
If you have questions about your eligibility or the type of ID needed, view our support resources here. If you are not eligible, you will be 100% refunded any membership fee paid to Blue Light Card.
Step 1: What is your employment status?
Step 2: What organisation do you work in?
If you are retired from Early Years, Primary School, Secondary Schools, 6th Form Colleges, Special Schools, Referral Units & Centrally Employed, then you are eligible to join Blue Light Card.
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If you work in any of the following settings, you're eligible - regardless of your specific role.
This list includes everyone employed in those settings - not just teachers. Support staff, administrators, teaching assistants, and other roles all qualify. Retired education workers can also apply, including those with a Teachers Pension Scheme or Scottish Teachers Pension Scheme document.
We hugely value the incredible work from all parts of the education sector; we keep all our eligibility under review and are open to expanding in future.
We verify applications against national school and childminder registers, so if your setting is a legitimate school, college or nursery, our team will be able to confirm your eligibility when you apply. If we need anything additional from you, we'll be in touch.
Our verification process is quick and easy. You may be able to verify simply with your work email address. If not, you can upload the required ID document(s) and we’ll do the rest. If you have any questions or need any support, our member operations team is on hand to help.
On average, members could save £3,126 a year with their Blue Light Card.*
*Estimated potential annual savings figure is calculated using our top 10% of offers available during September 2024 to August 2025 using an average combined discount rate of 22% across all our savings categories and applying it against the average disposable income of an average Blue Light Card member based on salary. Average salary information from a range of sources available upon request. Average disposable income based on Office for National Statistics data from April 2023 to March 2024 (FYE 2024) for family spending in the UK, excluding categories of spend where no Blue Light Card offers are available.
Register online to purchase your Blue Light Card. It costs just £4.99 for 2-years access to thousands of discounts for teachers, available online and in-store.
To apply for a Blue Light Card under the Education category, use your work email domain or upload documents that match the name on your Blue Light Card account.
We verify applications against national school and childminder registers, so if your setting is a legitimate school, college or nursery, our team will be able to confirm your eligibility when you apply.
Our verification process is quick and easy. You may be able to verify simply with your work email address. If not, you can upload the required ID document(s), and we’ll do the rest. If you have any questions or need any support, our member operations team is on hand to help.
A Blue Light Card costs just £4.99 for two-years of access to thousands of discounts and rewards online and on the high street, from grocery shopping and utilities to fashion and holidays. We have an app that means that you can use it on the go when you are ready to make that purchase - so you don’t miss out on any discounts.
Your Blue Light Card costs just £4.99 for two-years of access to thousands of discounts and rewards online and on the high street, from grocery shopping and utilities to fashion and holidays. We have an app that means that you can use it on the go when you are ready to make that purchase - so you don’t miss out on any discounts. Many of our members find their card pays for itself in as little as one transaction. On average, members could save £3,126* a year with their Blue Light Card.
Teachers, along with teaching assistants, support staff, early years educators and other education professionals, are eligible for thousands of exclusive discounts with Blue Light Card. These include savings on everyday essentials, fashion, travel, holidays, food and drink, tech, days out, and much more. Teachers can also enjoy discounts with high street retailers, supermarkets, and big brands, as well as offers on local businesses.
To access these discounts, eligible teachers simply need to sign up for a Blue Light Card and log in to view all current offers available to them.
Yes, Teaching Assistants are eligible for Blue Light Card providing you work in one of the following:
Teachers with a Blue Light Card can enjoy a wide range of shopping perks and discount codes. Some of the most popular include:
With Blue Light Card, teachers can access thousands of discounts, codes and offers, helping you save on both everyday essentials and special treats.
Teachers are crucial to the community but face significant financial challenges, high-stress jobs, and modest pay, extending Blue Light Card benefits to these groups aligns with our mission to support essential community workers.
Yes, during the Sign Up process, select Retired as your employment status and confirm your eligibility by uploading either a Teachers' Pension Scheme Document or Private Pension and Proof of employment.
Visit our Retired Teachers page for more information.
Yes! If you are unable to complete your application in full, you will be fully refunded the £4.99 membership fee.
For teachers and early years educators with demanding schedules, Blue Light Card offers flexibility with teacher discounts available both online and in-store. Many discounts are available throughout the year, so workers can make the most of them when it’s most convenient for them.
Blue Light Card is easy to access via a physical card or our mobile app, making it convenient for police workers to access discounts on the go.
Sign up today and start enjoying the benefits you deserve!
*Estimated potential annual savings figure is calculated using our top 10% of offers available during September 2024 to August 2025 using an average combined discount rate of 22% across all our savings categories and applying it against the average disposable income of an average Blue Light Card member based on salary. Average salary information from a range of sources available upon request. Average disposable income based on Office for National Statistics data from April 2023 to March 2024 (FYE 2024) for family spending in the UK, excluding categories of spend where no Blue Light Card offers are available.
**Applying a 3.5% discount rate available through our Voucher Shop (selected grocers) against an average weekly grocery spend of £112 based on a survey of 800,000 BLC Members - February 2025).
