School and Sports Photography
We know that school and sports photography requires a lot of organization and management. That’s why Photolab Yves Thomas is here to support you, offering different options tailored to your needs with over 35 years of experience in school photography.
Tailored service designed specifically for you
A variety of solutions available to suit your needs
Several products
available
Fast delivery throughout the year
PERSONALIZED SERVICE
- Schools, daycare centers, or sports teams
- Small, medium, or large volume
- Individual packaging service available for certain platforms. Save time!
A FLEXIBLE LAB PROVIDING A VARIETY OF OPTIONS
| ROES | Gotphoto | Netlife | Timestone SimpleKit |
FTP (database) |
API** | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volume | Low | Any | Medium to high | Any | Medium to high | Medium to high |
| Platform cost | Free | * | Free | Free | To be discussed | |
| Operating system | ||||||
| Online sales platform | Your own | |||||
| Sport (traders) | Coming soon | |||||
| Gifts | Coming soon |
*As proud partners of GotPhoto, we are excited to offer you your first 3 months free through our exclusive partner link.
**If you have a website with integrated online sales functionality.
OUR PRODUCTS
- We offer personalized items for you and your loved ones! Explore our full catalog here.
- Double-sided printed sports cards (traders).
- Creation of order forms with integrated proofs.
- Proof printing
- Color correction and cropping
- GPI production for schools
Fast production and delivery
- Production time is approximately 3 days between October and December.
- Delivery time may vary depending on your location. However, we do everything possible to ensure that you and your clients receive your prints as quickly as possible.
- Delivery to your home, to the school, or directly to the parent*
*Available for certain options. Contact us for more information.
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The ordering system offered at Photolab Yves Thomas is on par with all their other products and services, meaning it’s flawless! It saves me a lot of time in the part of my work I like the least: management. I always receive quick and accurate answers to my questions. The system is simple and efficient, and my requests have always been met. My clients appreciate the user-friendly interface. My only regret is not having had this system sooner! (Translated from French) -Les Fées Mères
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A complementary service that has been greatly appreciated by both my clients and myself, as thanks to this service, I will be able to save time on managing the automated orders. A big plus for my business! (Translated from French.) – Portrait de vie
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I have been working with the lab for over fifteen years. Excellent fast service, even with very tight deadlines. The quality is outstanding. When there are mistakes, they are quickly corrected. Additionally, their new feature this year allows schools and daycare centers to place their orders online. Despite a few minor adjustments, this new feature works very well. For my part, it has been easier both in terms of production and time. The photos are quickly posted on the website, and it is easily accessible for clients. (Translated from French.) – Iziimage
FAQ
Which solution is best suited to my needs?
We know that it’s difficult to know which option is best for you. Each solution has its advantages and disadvantages depending on your type of photography, volume, and more. Contact us so we can assess your situation, understand your needs, and offer you the most suitable solution.
What is the cost of delivery for school and sport kits?
The delivery cost varies depending on your location and the size of your order. Direct shipments to parents will be less expensive, as they will be sent via economy mail (for sizes smaller than 8×12 inches). For larger formats or batch shipments to schools, the fees will be higher due to size and weight. Contact us for exact pricing!
How to place my school or sport orders via the ROES?
This guide will take you step by step through the ordering process. If you have any additional questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us!
Do you create sports collages (Memory Mate)?
No, we do not create sports collages. Your collages on sheets (e.g., 8×10) need to be prepared in advance before being sent for printing. However, Gotphoto and Netlife offer extensions that can help you create these sports collages:
Gotphoto offers a software (QMate) specifically designed for sports photography, allowing you to create templates, banners, and more, for an additional annual cost (license).
Netlife offers an optional template module, available for an additional monthly cost (depending on the plan chosen), to help you with creating your sports designs.
Contact us for more information on this topic.
What information should I know before ordering sports cards (traders)?
For sports cards (2.5″x3.5″), the minimum order is a set of 8 cards for the same subject. You can print on both sides of the card, the front can be different from the back, but the same images must be used for all 8 cards (set).
Make sure not to place important information within 1/8 inch of the edges and avoid adding a small border around to prevent issues with uneven borders and the risk of text being cut off. Contact us and we’ll provide you with the template and the required safety margins for creating your cards.