Creative design for education teams working under pressure
Why schools, colleges and universities work with us
We know that education marketing and admissions teams are under pressure. Whether you’re leading a small in-house department or juggling everything solo, you’re balancing open days, prospectus deadlines, student recruitment and alumni campaigns, website updates, and parent communications, all while keeping your brand consistent and standing out in a competitive sector.
Think of us as an extra pair of hands for your marketing and admissions team: quick to respond, easy to brief, and focused on helping you meet your goals. From prospectuses and student journey brochures to open day campaigns, digital ads, event branding and everyday design support, we’ll help you attract the right students, engage parents, and showcase what makes your school, college or university stand out.
Why us?
- Our seven in-house designers collaborate to deliver professional, campaign-ready creative, fast.
- Online proofing helps you stay on top of feedback easily.
- With design, print and mail under one roof, we lighten your workload, make roll-out easier and stretch every penny.
Schools, colleges and universities choose us for our deep experience in education design and our track record of delivering campaigns that work.
What makes us different?
of new clients find us
by recommendation
years with our
longest-standing
education client
Education institutions have chosen to work with us
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Design.
Print. Mail.
Complete service saving time, effort, and making budgets go further. All managed by one account manager.
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Online
proofing tool
Fast, easy and accurate
collaboration with your
designer and stakeholders
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Buck stops
with us
We manage every aspect
from brand guidelines to
final delivery.
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Quick
turnaround
With 7 expert designers, plus in-house print and mailing, we deliver fast turnarounds with outstanding results.
Our work in education
From prospectuses and recruitment campaigns to open day materials, social media graphics, and annual reports, great design drives engagement. Explore how our work has helped education teams attract students, engage parents, and communicate their stories with impact.
Broomwood School
Northwood Schools Group wanted to unite its three schools under one cohesive brand: Broomwood. We created a dynamic new visual identity blending heritage with a modern ethos, supported by their motto, brand guidelines, signage, uniforms, and promotional materials, delivering a clear sense of unity and belonging for pupils, parents, and staff.
Broomwood School
Northwood Schools Group wanted to unite its three schools under one cohesive brand: Broomwood. We created a dynamic new visual identity blending heritage with a modern ethos, supported by a new motto, brand guidelines, signage, uniforms, and promotional materials, delivering a clear sense of unity and belonging for pupils, parents, and staff.
St Anne’s College
St Anne’s College Oxford set out to raise £5 million to regenerate the Bevington Road Houses. We developed a warm, place-inspired campaign, drawing on the college’s architecture and sense of home, across brochures, direct mail, a microsite, and donor materials. The campaign has raised over £3 million so far and strengthened connections with the alumni community.
St Anne’s College
St Anne’s College Oxford set out to raise £5 million to regenerate the Bevington Road Houses. We developed a warm, place-inspired campaign, drawing on the college’s architecture and sense of home, across brochures, direct mail, a microsite, and donor materials. The campaign has raised over £3 million so far and strengthened connections with the alumni community.
Exeter College Oxford
Exeter College Oxford launched a £11.3m fundraising campaign to restore its historic library. We created a story-led, multi-channel campaign, including a dedicated microsite, impactful direct mail, and major donor materials, that raised nearly £250,000 from the first mailing and strengthened alumni connections.
Exeter College Oxford
Exeter College Oxford launched a £11.3m fundraising campaign to restore its historic library. We created a story-led, multi-channel campaign, including a dedicated microsite, impactful direct mail, and major donor materials, that raised nearly £250,000 from the first mailing and strengthened alumni connections.
Alleyn’s School
Alleyn’s School wanted a bi-annual magazine to engage alumni and students with ideas, opinion, and original thought. We created a sophisticated yet accessible design blending academic journal elegance with classic magazine appeal, resulting in a striking first issue, AI and the New Now, that set a high standard for future editions.
Alleyn’s School
Alleyn’s School wanted a bi-annual magazine to engage alumni and students with ideas, opinion, and original thought. We created a sophisticated yet accessible design blending academic journal elegance with classic magazine appeal, resulting in a striking first issue, AI and the New Now, that set a high standard for future editions.
You’re in good company
How we work in education
Every school, college, or university is different, and so are their design needs. Some need quick-turnaround recruitment campaigns, others need ongoing support across multiple projects. We’re here to step in wherever your team needs us.
Marketing Campaigns
From student recruitment drives to open day promotions and prospectus launches, we help schools and colleges engage students and parents with clear, effective, and on-brand creative.
Direct Mail
Personal, impactful, and high-quality. Direct mail that cuts through and helps students, families, and alumni feel truly valued.
Branding & Identity
Original creative concepts, logos, and visual identities designed to work seamlessly across print and digital for schools, colleges, and universities.
Digital Design
We create social media graphics, email campaigns, microsites, and animations. Digital design services that help schools, colleges and universities engage students and parents effectively across every online channel.
Printed Materials
Prospectuses, packs, and brochures with high-quality finishes that impress. Designed, printed, and mailed under one roof for speed and consistency.
Banners & Signage
From open day banners to campus and event signage, we create clear, engaging visuals that get your message noticed by students, parents, and visitors.
FAQs
What experience do you have working with educational institutions?
At The Graphic Design House, we’ve partnered with schools, colleges, and universities across the UK, including independent and private institutions in London and beyond. Our work spans full rebrands, prospectuses, recruitment campaigns, digital and print design, websites, and campus signage. We’re used to working alongside in-house marketing and admissions teams, stepping in when support is needed most. Because we understand the academic cycle and pressure points like open days, graduations, and student recruitment, our designs not only look great but help institutions meet their goals with confidence.
How do you tailor your design services to meet the specific needs of different educational institutions?
Schools, colleges, and universities face unique pressures, rising costs, fee sensitivities, falling student numbers, and growing competition. We understand those challenges, and we know the balance you need to strike: delivering high-quality creative and printed materials while working within tight budgets and timelines. That’s why we start with your priorities, whether it’s student recruitment, alumni engagement, or brand strength, and shape our design solutions around them. From prospectuses and campaigns to microsites, digital content, and campus materials, we create work that not only looks great but also supports your goals in a demanding environment.
How do you handle tight deadlines for educational events, such as open days or graduations?
We’re experienced in delivering time-sensitive projects for schools, colleges, and universities. From open days to graduations, we combine clear communication, careful project management, and our in-house print and mailing capabilities to meet tight deadlines. Working closely with your team, we set realistic timelines, provide regular updates, and make sure everything is ready on time, so you can focus on the event itself.
Can you help us refresh our existing branding or should we start from scratch?
We can work with your existing branding to modernise and refine it, or create a completely new visual identity from scratch. Whether you’re evolving your current school, college, or university brand or starting fresh, we ensure the final design reflects your values, resonates with your audience, and strengthens your institution’s impact.
How do you ensure that your designs are accessible and inclusive for all users, including those with disabilities?
Accessibility is a priority. For digital projects, we follow Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), using clear typography, high-contrast colours, and easily navigable interactive elements. For print, we focus on readability, layout, and visual clarity to ensure materials are inclusive and effective for all students, parents, and staff.
How do you incorporate feedback from students, faculty, and staff during the design process?
We believe the best designs come from collaboration. During the process, we gather input from students, faculty, and staff through surveys, workshops, and focus groups. Our online proofing tool also makes it easy to involve multiple stakeholders. This ensures the final design reflects your school, college, or university community and meets the needs of everyone it serves.
What is your approach to designing for both print and digital mediums?
We create designs that work seamlessly across print and digital, maintaining a consistent brand identity. By designing in CMYK from the start, we ensure colours translate accurately from digital screens to printed materials. Our unified approach means brochures, social media graphics, websites, and other assets all convey the same clear, engaging message, helping students, parents, and staff experience your school, college, or university brand consistently across every platform.
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