Schools / Kent
Photography courses in Kent

Welcome to theKent
School of
Photography

Our Kent school runs from the Village Hotel in Maidstone, with easy parking and somewhere warm to sit afterwards.

We teach at
Village Hotel, Maidstone
Photograph by Craig Hall, Exposed Schools of Photography student
Through a student's lens
Est. 2023
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Courses at Kent

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Level 1Photograph by Joanna Bozek, Exposed Schools of Photography student

Level 1: Beginners & Improvers

The most popular course for all abilities and the best place to start your photography journey with your local school.
6 week course (1 night per week)
Price
£325
Monthly payment plans also available at checkout
Upcoming dates
  • 2 Feb 2027
  • TBC
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Level 2Photograph by Kevin Tellis, Exposed Schools of Photography student

Level 2: Improvers

Suitable for students that have completed Course 1. Expand your skills and knowledge in more depth and progress to Level 3.
6 week course (1 night per week)Needs Level 1
Price
£350
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Upcoming dates
  • 23 Nov 2026
  • 23 Mar 2027
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Level 3Photograph by Matt Newson, Exposed Schools of Photography student

Level 3: Improvers with Public Exhibition

Level 3 is a very rare and unique opportunity for students who have successfully completed Courses 1 & 2 to advance their skills.
6-8 MonthsNeeds Level 2
Price
£500
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Upcoming dates
  • TBC
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f/8  —  WHAT IT IS LIKE

Serious about photography.
Relaxed about everything else.

A real curriculum, built on the same ground as the college syllabuses and taught by someone who shoots for a living. What it is not is a lecture. Your camera comes out in week one, and nobody minds how much or how little you already know.

01

Your progress. Our commitment.

Every student matters. With personalised support, expert guidance and a caring approach, we are here to help you build confidence, develop your skills and, most importantly, enjoy the journey.

02

You learn by doing

Take the picture, see what you have created and discover how to make it even better. Guidance comes when it matters, helping you learn naturally and enjoy the process.

03

Small groups, personal support

You get genuine attention and every question matters. Ask anything, however simple, and feel confident knowing you will always be supported.

Our recent students

What our amazing students say

★★★★★

I was worried I would be the oldest and the worst. I was neither, and it turns out that was the whole point. Genuinely friendly, not remotely intimidating.

David R.
KENT · LEVEL 2
★★★★★

The best thing was that nobody talked down to me. I asked what I thought were stupid questions and got proper answers every time.

Priya N.
KENT · LEVEL 1
Getting here

Where we teach in Kent

Venue
Village Hotel, Maidstone
Address
Village Hotel Maidstone
Castle View, Forstal Road
Maidstone ME14 3AQ
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Taken by our students

Through our students' eyes

Almost every photo on this website was taken by one of our students, from complete beginners to people well into Level 3. Each one shows the name of the student who took it.

Photograph by Andrew Shatford, Exposed Schools of Photography student
Photo: Andrew Shatford
Photograph by Clare Allen, Exposed Schools of Photography student
Photo: Clare Allen
Photograph by Craig Hall, Exposed Schools of Photography student
Photo: Craig Hall
Photograph by Darren Smith, Exposed Schools of Photography student
Photo: Darren Smith
Photograph by Joanna Bozek, Exposed Schools of Photography student
Photo: Joanna Bozek
Photograph by Julia Duffin, Exposed Schools of Photography student
Photo: Julia Duffin
Photograph by Kate Pittaros, Exposed Schools of Photography student
Photo: Kate Pittaros
Photograph by Kevin Tellis, Exposed Schools of Photography student
Photo: Kevin Tellis
Photograph by Mick Hampson, Exposed Schools of Photography student
Photo: Mick Hampson