Creative Photography Clubs for Kids & Teens
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Little Lens Club Ages 4-7
A playful first step into photography. Children explore colour, light and composition through fun games, scavenger hunts and mini photo projects. Perfect for curious minds and big imaginations.
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Shutter Squad Ages 8-11
Where creativity grows and skills get sharper. Kids learn to frame, focus and tell stories through portraits, landscapes and creative challenges. Confidence-building and full of adventure.
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Focus Collective 12-15
For budding teen photographers ready to take it further. They’ll experiment with light, perspective & editing to develop a personal style, building a mini portfolio. A creative space to explore ideas & push boundaries.
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Shutter Squad is a creative, confidence-boosting photography club designed especially for curious KS2 children who love to explore, create, and try new things.
Across six fun sessions, children will learn how to use real digital cameras, try exciting weekly challenges, and begin noticing the world in a more thoughtful, artistic way. From capturing textures and colours to framing portraits of their friends, each week brings a fresh theme to spark imagination.
Whether we’re outdoors making the most of seasonal changes or creating mini studio setups indoors on rainy days, every session is hands-on, fast-paced, and built with kids’ natural creativity in mind. No sitting still for long periods — just learning through play, movement and experimentation.
SHUTTER SQUAD LUNCH CLUB AT TICKHILL ST. MARY’S SCHOOL
STARTING THURSDAY 8TH JANUARY 2026
What to expect:
Digital cameras provided each week
Weekly themes & mini creative challenges
Guidance on composition, perspective & storytelling
A relaxed, supportive space for children to express themselves
No prior experience needed
Suitable for children in Years 3–6
Children will need to bring a packed lunch
Shutter Squad at St Mary’s is run by Sophia Landells, a professional photographer and founder of Little Lens Club. Sophia specialises in working with children and loves helping them discover the joy of seeing their ideas come to life through photographs.
Booking opens Monday 15th December. Sessions begin Thursday 8th January. 📧 To book your child’s place or ask a question: littlelensclub@gmail.com
(Please note: this club is run by Sophia Landells Creative and not Tickhill St Mary’s, so all bookings and enquiries must be made directly with Sophia.)
FAQS
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Nope! All cameras and equipment are provided each week. Children just need to bring a packed lunch.
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Perfect — Shutter Squad is designed for total beginners as well as children who already love taking pictures. Every session is hands-on and easy to follow.
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Children will explore composition, perspective, colour, portraits, detail, storytelling and more — all through fun challenges. They won’t even realise they’re learning skills used by real photographers!
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We adapt! Indoors we create mini studio setups, still-life challenges, creative lighting games and prop-based activities. Every week is different.
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Yes. Shutter Squad is active, flexible and pressure-free. Children don’t need to sit still for long periods; they’re encouraged to move, explore and express themselves creatively.
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To keep sessions structured and ensure every child progresses, places are offered as a 6-week course only.
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Spaces are limited to ensure each child gets enough guidance and hands-on time with equipment.
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Yes! Throughout the year we’ll arrange small displays to celebrate the children’s work, and at the end of each 6-week block you’ll receive a private link to view and download your child’s favourite images. It’s a lovely way to see how much they’ve grown in confidence and creativity.
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Yes — on Shutter Squad days, children will need to bring a packed lunch. They’ll eat this before the session begins so they can enjoy the full club time without rushing. This helps us make the most of the lunchtime window and gives the children plenty of time to get creative with their cameras.
