Professional Photos for Schools and Universities across the UK

danny@dfphotography.co.uk

07779606901

School Prospectus photography showing 2 female school pupils standing chatting and smiling outside the front of a London School. They are standing in the white covered entrance steps, with one perched on a low wall.

Specialist in School Photography

As an experienced UK-based school and education photographer, I have had the privilege of working with schools, colleges, and universities to create striking images that bring their unique stories to life.

From bustling classrooms to serene libraries and energetic sports fields, I capture the essence of each learning environment in a way that feels natural, engaging, and authentic.

Photography for Education Websites, Prospectuses & Marketing

As a specialist education photographer, I specialise in capturing photos for schools, colleges and universities that enhance websites, prospectuses, and marketing materials.

Every photoshoot is carefully tailored to reflect the individuality of your institution, ensuring that the images highlight your values, facilities, and community spirit.

Whether working with nursery-aged children, infants, primary or secondary school students, or university scholars, I create dynamic, high-quality photos for schools that help them connect with prospective families and those already part of the school community.

School prospectus photography showing a smiling female school pupil wearing a lab coats and safety goggles is photographed in a school lab. She is using glass scientific apparatus and the foreground is out of focus

A male student is holding a pen and writing in his school book in a classroom with 2 other students and a teacher out of focus in the background

Professional School Photography

In today’s competitive education market, first impressions count. The images on your website, social media, and printed materials are often the first thing parents see when considering a school. High-quality school photos not only showcase your facilities but also convey your ethos, atmosphere, and the opportunities available to students.

Through creative prospectus photography and website imagery for schools and universities, I help educational institutions stand out with photography that builds trust and inspires confidence.

My approach to education photography is to create natural, relatable images that give families a genuine glimpse into school life—whether that’s the vibrancy of your classrooms, the beauty of your school grounds, or the energy of your extracurricular activities and drama productions.

2 female 6th form art students in Brighton look at a sketch book on a desk with art supplies out of focus in the foreground and art on the walls behind

Capturing the Spirit of Your School

Every school has its own story, and my role as a school photographer is to bring that story to life through impactful imagery. Whether your institution boasts modern classrooms, state-of-the-art sports facilities, or historic architecture, I ensure that every image highlights what makes your school special.

Photos for schools should do more than just inform—they should inspire.

A well-crafted prospectus or school website image can convey the excitement of a lesson, the joy of a school drama production, or the camaraderie of a sports team. My goal is to help you attract the right students by visually showcasing what makes your school the perfect fit.

I work with schools and education facilities supporting children and people of all ages, tailoring my approach accordingly. Younger children thrive in relaxed, playful settings, while older students often enjoy being part of the creative process.

By keeping sessions informal and engaging, I build rapport and can capture authentic school photos that are true to life and resonate with students and parents alike.

2 boys and 1 girl student walk and laugh outside with their arms round each other at a London School

3 female students, 2 wearing boaters and one wearing a cap hold hands as they play outside in the summertime at a London School

From Planning to Perfect Shots

A successful school photoshoot begins with careful planning. I collaborate with you to create a wish list of images, ensuring we focus on the areas that matter most.

During the shoot, I keep things flexible and fun, allowing students to feel at ease and ensuring that the final images are natural, engaging, and true to your school’s identity.

Free School Photography Planning Resource

To help schools get the most from their photoshoot, I have created a planning brochure with tips on avoiding common pitfalls and making the process run smoothly. You can download it here.

A group of female students all wearing their green house t-shirts stand close together with their hands in the air shouting during sports day at their London School. 1 girl is facing the camera with her mouth open

A young female student, wearing sports kit, is running towards the camera smiling and holding a yellow cricket bat. Their is a set of stumps and another student in the background and an orange cricket ball that has just been hit is on the other side

Let’s Showcase Your School with Exceptional Photography

With a passion for editorial photos for schools and universities and years of experience, I am dedicated to helping educational establishments like yours present themselves in the best possible light.

Based in the Southeast of England, I work with schools across London, East and West Sussex, Surrey, and Kent.

Whether you need new photos for your school website, a refreshed school prospectus, or engaging imagery for social media, I’d love to help.

Get in touch today to discuss how professional school photography can elevate your school’s visibility and attract the students and families you want to reach.

2 male students wearing dark red prefect gowns walk along a path in a Surrey school's grounds with an old oak tree trunk, branches in the foreground and the school building behind.

“I love booking Danny for jobs at Queen’s Gate. Whether it’s for prospectus photography or a one-off event, he’s amazing at capturing the essence and the energy of the girls. I’m always so happy with the results.”

— Communications Officer, Queens Gate School
“Whitgift has called on Danny’s photographic talents for many years. He is a great personality to work with – you can always depend on him to be versatile and creative with any project he is tasked with”

— Marketing coordinator, Whitgift School
“Danny was a pleasure to work with. We gave him a challenging brief with a tight schedule and he delivered all requirements to a very high standard and in a professional manner. The photography produced was perfectly on brief and we will definitely be using Danny again for future shoots.”

— Director of Marketing, Brighton Girls GDST