School competition for Nuremberg school classes (grades 8-13)
The Nuremberg 2026 school competition is aimed at school classes in grades 8 to 13 and offers the opportunity to implement creative photo projects and become part of the Imaging World.
Pupils develop their own image ideas, implement them photographically and present their results on a large stage. At the same time, teachers are given an easy way to creatively integrate photography into their lessons.
The competition also combines practice, creativity and real experiences – which is exactly what makes participation particularly exciting for schools in Nuremberg.
Show Nuremberg through your lens and win €3,000 for your next class trip.
Participation takes place as a class: implement a project together and submit the best entries.
Perfectly suited as a teaching project – no additional preparation required for teachers.
The school competition is ideal for use in various subjects:
- Art lessons – image design, perspective, creativity
- German / foreign languages – storytelling, description of pictures or videos
- Media education – dealing with photo, video and content creation
👉 Perfect as an interdisciplinary project
The closing date for entries is 30.08.2026
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🎟 Each participating class will receive free tickets to Imaging World
Several classes from one school can also take part.
Secure participation – free of charge for classes
Here are the conditions of participation and the information on data protection
Why is the Nuremberg school photo competition worthwhile?
The Nuremberg school photo competition offers many advantages for both pupils and teachers and is easy to integrate into everyday school life.
For pupils
- Show your city from your own perspective
- Present your results at a big photo festival in Nuremberg
- Win attractive prizes
- Class excursion to Imaging World with many programs such as workshops, live programs or playgrounds for testing the latest technology.
For teachers
- Can be used immediately in the classroom
- Promotion of media literacy
- No participation fees & no additional costs
- 3,000 € for the class fund (1st – 3rd place)
- Free class excursion to Imaging World (all participating classes receive free tickets)
- Clear structure and minimal effort
Several classes from one school can take part.
Secure participation – free of charge for classes
Here are the conditions of participation and the information on data protection
THE PRICES
🏆1.-3. place
- 3,000 each for the next school trip
- Large exhibition of the winning images at Imaging World (from October 02-04, 2026) on high-quality HD metal and subsequent presentation of images & certificate to the school
- Official award ceremony on stage on October 02, 2026 in the morning
- Free visit to Imaging World (free tickets for all participating classes)
🏆4th-10th place
- The winning images will be exhibited at Imaging World (from October 02-04, 2026) exhibited on high-quality HD Metal and subsequent presentation of images & certificate to the school
- Free trip to Imaging World (free tickets for all participating classes)
🏆 For all participants
- All participating school classes receive free tickets for Imaging World
Here are the conditions of participation and the information on data protection
The competition
Perfect as a creative teaching project with direct practical relevance
The Nuremberg school photo competition combines creative tasks with practical implementation and is ideal for use in the classroom.
Category
- Photo competition
What is in demand?
– Each class can submit 3-4 photos
– Recording with smartphone or camera possible
– Creative implementation as an individual contribution or in a team within the class
Example ideas: Your way to school, your favorite place in Nuremberg, a day in Nuremberg, your view of the city, your schoolyard…. everything is allowed 😉
Tip for implementation
Think about it:
– What makes Nuremberg (or the surrounding area) special for you?
– Which places or moments show your perspective?
– How can you creatively implement your idea?
Participation
- Participation as a school class (grades 8-13)
Teacher submits the best 3-4 pictures of the school class. - Easy to implement in the classroom
- Recording with smartphone or camera
Topic
Photo: “Nuremberg through our eyes”
Show Nuremberg as you experience the city.
Whether special places, everyday situations or creative perspectives – whatever reflects your view of Nuremberg is allowed. Be creative.
Implementation in the classroom
The competition is implemented as a class project in lessons and is ideal for project days or the last weeks of school before the vacations.
Already in 1-2 school hours a finished contribution can be created:
– Introduction to the topic
– Joint creation of photos (e.g. in the school environment or in the city)
– Selection of the best 3-4 contributions by the teacher
– Submission by the teacher
👉 No previous knowledge required
👉 Implementation with smartphone or camera possible
The results can be presented in class or processed further (e.g. presentations, discussion, evaluation)
Aim of the project
– Promoting creativity and media skills
– Independent work in a team
– Dealing with your own city
It’s so easy to take part – 2 simple steps:
1. download teacher kit
Get materials & information
The implementation is prepared in a simple and structured way,
so that as little effort as possible remains.
2. upload photos
Take & submit photos
The teacher submits the best 3-4 photographs of the class.
Here are the conditions of participation and the information on data protection
FAQ
Here you will find answers to the most important questions about the Nuremberg school photo competition and participation in Imaging World.
Who can take part in the Nuremberg school photo competition?
School classes from secondary schools (grades 8-13) can take part.
How can I register my school class for the Nuremberg school photo competition?
If the teacher has submitted pictures of the class, you’re in.
👉 Take part now & submit pictures
Until when can I take part in the Nuremberg school photo competition?
The closing date for entries is 30.08.2026
Do we need special camera equipment for the school photo competition?
No. Participation is possible with both a smartphone and a camera.
How time-consuming is it to take part in the school photo competition in class?
The competition can be easily implemented in 1-2 school lessons and is ideal for project days.
The competition is ideal for use in various subjects:
- Art lessons – image design, perspective, creativity
- German / foreign languages – storytelling, description of pictures or videos
- Media education – dealing with photo, video and content creation
👉 Perfect as an interdisciplinary project
How many photos can our class submit to the school competition?
Up to 3-4 photos can be submitted per class.
What prizes can be won in the Nuremberg school photo competition?
The first three winners will receive €3,000 for a school trip.
In addition, the best 10 pictures will be exhibited at the fair on high-quality HD metal.
(The exhibition pictures will then be presented to the school, including a certificate)
Each participating class receives free admission to Imaging World.
What happens to the best entries from the school photo competition?
The 10 best images will be officially exhibited at Imaging World.
The winning images will be professionally printed on HD Metal & then presented to the school, including a certificate.
When does Imaging World take place in Nuremberg?
Imaging World will take place from 02 to 04 October 2026 at the Exhibition Center Nuremberg.
Is attending the fair compulsory for participating classes?
No, attending Imaging World is not compulsory, but it is recommended, as students can experience their results there and gain additional inspiration.
What can we expect at Imaging World in Nuremberg?
At Imaging World, visitors will experience modern photography, camera technology, workshops, creative playgrounds and an extensive live program covering all aspects of photography, video and content creation.
Is participation in the Nuremberg school photo competition free of charge?
Yes, participation in the school photo competition is free of charge.
Can several classes from one school take part in the competition?
Yes, several classes from one school can participate and submit their own entries.
Can the school photo competition be implemented as a project in the classroom?
Yes, the competition is ideal as a teaching project and promotes creativity, media skills and teamwork.
You can find out more about Imaging World here:
Imaging World 2026
All information about the big competition:
Photo competition 2026
What is the Imaging World school competition?
The Nuremberg 2026 school photo competition is part of Imaging World – the festival for photography, video and content creation at the Exhibition Center Nuremberg. The competition is a creative project for school classes from Nuremberg and the surrounding area. Pupils take photographs on a given theme and learn how to use a camera, image composition and storytelling. The best works are presented at Imaging World.
This is what the Imaging World looks like:
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More InformationWhat you will experience at Imaging World
- Try out technology instead of just looking at it – test cameras, video & content tools directly
- Experience workshops & live sessions – learn from professionals and creators
- Discover Action Playgrounds – e.g. Street, Outdoor, Video & more
- Gather inspiration for your own projects – new ideas for lessons and creative work
- Experience a real event – with live programs, stage and award ceremony
👉 An exciting class excursion with real added value for lessons
Workshops, live shoots and creative sets await you at Imaging World so that you can experience photography first-hand.