Yearly Planning Features

• Personal Details Page: Keep your emergency information, contacts, and important notes at your fingertips – because you’re more than just a name on a staff list.

• Three-Year Overview: Stay ahead by tracking key dates, departmental planning, and your own career goals for this year and the two to come.

• 2026 Year-at-a-Glance: Mark holidays, school terms, exams, and special events for a complete overview of your academic year.

• Birthday Page: Celebrate colleagues and learners – never miss another staffroom celebration or class treat day.

• Goal Setting Page: Articulate your personal and professional ambitions, from new qualifications to healthier routines or simply more joy in teaching.

• Travel Dreams: Plan that bucket-list trip, school camp, or weekend away – balance work with adventure.

• Daily Routine Planner: Craft your ideal teaching (and living) schedule for a more intentional, energy-balanced day.

• Habit Trackers (x3): Support your own well-being. Whether tracking steps, water, sleep, or even the menstrual cycle, these pages keep you accountable and self-aware.

• Extra Notes and Lists: For staff meeting reminders, important contacts, or brain dumps.

• Financial Expenses Record: Stay on top of class expenses, fundraising, or personal budgeting.

• Car Maintenance Log: Never forget a service or renewal – ideal for teachers always on the move.

Monthly Planning Features

• Themed Cover Pages (Colouring In): Start each month with a moment of calm and creativity. Unwind with beautifully designed colouring pages—a mindful way to set your intentions.

• Double-Page Monthly Overview: Plan major assessments, parent evenings, deadlines, and personal appointments in one bird’s-eye view.

• Budget Page: Manage your finances, class budgets, and monthly spending.

• Hopes, Goals & Dreams Page: Set inspiring goals for each month – both in the classroom and in life.

• End-of-Month Reflection: Celebrate achievements, record memorable moments, and extract lessons from every month.

Weekly Planning Features

• Week Planner & Meal Planner: See your week at a glance, including meetings, lessons, after-school activities, and meal plans for yourself or your family.

• Lined Notes & Lists: Jot down reminders, to-dos, or last-minute ideas.

• Double-Page 14-Lesson Planner: Plan up to 14 lessons per day – never run out of room for your best ideas.

• 2 Days Per Page (Including Schedule and List Section): Flexibility to record daily schedules, class plans, meetings, and reflections.

Exclusive Teacher Features

• 10 Double-Page Class Lists (Up to 29 Learners Each): Ideal for South African class sizes – track marks, attendance, and notes.

• 4 x 3-Page Attendance Registers (Up to 29 Learners): Record daily attendance for multiple classes, terms, or groups.

• Learner Details Pages: Keep track of important learner information, learning needs, emergency contacts, and support plans.

• Parent Communication Records: Log phone calls, emails, meetings, and follow-ups – no more scrambling to find records at parent-teacher evenings.

• Minute Meeting Records: Stay organised with staff, subject, or leadership meeting notes.

• Blank Pages for Additional Notes: Space for professional development, in-service training, classroom strategies, or self-reflection.

Who is the Teacher Planner 2026 For?

• Foundation Phase and Intermediate Teachers: Manage multiple subjects, classroom admin, and learner details with ease.

• High School Educators: Keep up with rotating timetables, assessments, and diverse learner needs.

• Specialist Teachers and Support Staff: Track individual support plans, communicate with parents, and keep everything in one place.

• Heads of Department, Grade Leaders, and Admin Staff: Plan, coordinate, and support your teams efficiently.

• Student Teachers & New Graduates: Start your career as you mean to go on – organised, intentional, and confident.

Dear Diary Quality: Designed for Everyday Classroom Life

• Hardcover Durability: Sturdy and elegant enough for daily use, all year long.

• Lay-Flat Binding: Makes planning and note-taking easy, even at a busy desk.

• 80gsm, Quality Paper: No bleeding or ghosting, even with colourful pens and highlighters.

• Simple, Calming Design: Minimalist layouts with enough breathing room to suit every teaching style.

Why Choose the Dear Diary Teacher Planner?

Dear Diary is a women-founded, South African brand with deep roots in education and creative living. An understanding of the pressures and joys of teaching is present on every page – this planner is built from years of classroom experience, listening to real teachers, and constant refinement.

When you choose the Teacher Planner, you’re not just buying stationery. You’re investing in your own peace of mind, professional growth, and daily joy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Teacher Planner dated for 2026?

Yes, all planning pages and features are ready for the 2026 academic year.

Does it have enough space for large classes?

Absolutely – class and attendance lists accommodate up to 29 learners per class.

Can I use this for personal as well as professional planning?

Yes! There is ample space for life admin, self-care, and wellness goals.

Is it suitable for all phases and subjects?

Yes, it’s designed for South African teachers across all grades and subjects.

What if I lose track of an important communication with a parent?

Simply log every call, message, or meeting on the Parent Communication Records pages for easy reference.

How to Order the Teacher Planner 2026

Order your Teacher Planner 2026 directly from the Dear Diary website. Once you’ve checked out, you’ll receive an email confirmation with your order details. Please check your spam folder and add Dear Diary to your email contacts to ensure you never miss an update.

Stock is limited and this planner is a consistent sell-out – order early to avoid disappointment and start 2026 more prepared, organised, and inspired than ever before.

The Final Word: Empowered Planning for Every Teacher

The Teacher Planner 2026 is more than just a book – it’s your daily companion, record-keeper, and reminder that teaching is a journey worth celebrating.

Let 2026 be the year you teach, plan, grow, and thrive – with confidence, clarity, and a little bit of Dear Diary encouragement every day.

Ready to upgrade your teaching year? Add the Teacher Planner 2026 to your basket now and step into your most organised, rewarding school year yet.