Nursery & Preschool Photographer in Manchester
Professional portrait days covering Bury and all of Greater Manchester.
Experienced. Reliable. Easy to Work With.
With over 24 years as a professional photographer and partnerships with around 80 nurseries each year across Greater Manchester and Lancashire, I understand exactly how to deliver a calm, efficient and enjoyable photography day.
Working with younger children is second nature to me. I know how to gently engage even the most reluctant little ones, while keeping sessions quick and disruption to a minimum.
Flexible Options to Suit Your Setting
I offer weekday portrait days during term time, as well as optional Saturday portrait sessions for nurseries who prefer to avoid weekday disruption altogether.
Saturday sessions allow families to attend a pre-booked time slot, with all bookings, communication and organisation handled by myself — keeping your team free to focus on running the setting as usual.
Seasonal sessions, including Christmas portraits, are also available. Full details of all options are included in my brochure.
A Seamless Photography Day
From clear communication beforehand to an organised schedule on the day, everything is structured to ensure:
• Minimal interruption to your daily routine
• Happy, relaxed children
• Professional, high-quality portraits for parents
• Simple ordering and delivery processes
I regularly photograph children who may need a little more time, reassurance or flexibility, and sessions are adapted sensitively to ensure every child feels comfortable, respected and included.
Trusted by Nurseries Across the North West
Most of my nursery partnerships are long-term, returning year after year. I value building strong relationships with managers and staff, ensuring each photography day feels stress-free and well-managed.
If you're looking for a reliable, experienced photographer in Manchester who understands nursery environments inside out, I’d love to send you my brochure with full details.
To see full information including packages, pricing and how the day works, download my brochure
Manager Reviews
“Nicola has been coming to our nursery setting for over 10 years. She is extremely professional, patient with the children and always delivers the best photographs! Would highly recommend!”
— Natalie - Building Blocks, Heywood“Nicola has been coming to our setting for over 10 years working her magic with the camera. We have always been happy with the service Nicola provides and how patient and caring she is with the children and families.”
— Gina - Sale Nursery, Sale“Nicola has visited our setting several times now and we are always so pleased by the positive experience. Nicola is warm and welcoming and makes the photoshoots enjoyable and exciting for the children, parents are always pleased with the outcomes :).”
— Hollie - Vale Street Nursery, BacupFAQs
Where do you travel to?
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I photograph nurseries and preschools across Bury, Manchester, Bolton, Rochdale, Oldham, Rambottom, Middleton, Worsley, Sale and surrounding areas. If you’re unsure whether I cover your location, just get in touch.
How long does nursery photography take?
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This depends on the size of your nursery and the number of children. For smaller settings, photography may be completed before lunch, while larger nurseries may run into the afternoon. I always work around your daily routine to keep things running as smoothly as possible.
Do you photograph siblings?
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Yes, I photograph both individual portraits and siblings together as part of the nursery photography day.
How do parents view and order their photos?
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Parents are given a slip with a unique access code on the day. They can log in before the images are ready, which means they’ll receive a notification as soon as their gallery goes live. Parents will also receive helpful reminders before the order deadline, making the process simple and easy for both families and your nursery.
Are you DBS checked?
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Yes, I hold an enhanced DBS check and have experience working in nurseries and preschools, ensuring a safe and professional experience for your setting.
How do we book nursery photography?
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Simply get in touch by phone or email to check availability. I’ll talk you through how everything works and find a suitable date for your setting.