Fotobox & Edutainment – Fun highlights for schools, universities & science events

Are you currently planning a project day, a campus festival, or an open day and looking for a way to convey content in a playful manner? Then “edutainment” is the keyword you need. This term is made up of education and entertainment and describes exactly what modern learning is all about: knowledge isn’t presented dryly, but packaged as an experience that stays in the memory emotionally.

At Fotichaschte, we know from over ten years of experience: nothing sticks in the mind better than a moment linked with fun and positive emotions. Our Fotichäschte are much more than just party gadgets. They are interactive tools that connect generations and lighten up complex topics—whether at school, at university, or at a science event.

Learning works best when we are active and feel something. A photo booth prompts exactly that: go over, choose props, pose, and laugh together. What happens in the brain is pure magic—or rather, science: positive emotions activate the memory center and ensure that what’s experienced is anchored much more strongly. The Fotichaschte thus acts as a real “learning booster.”

The barrier to joining in is extremely low. From first graders to professors, everyone immediately understands how it works. No technical knowledge is required. That makes the photo booth an ideal social connector and icebreaker. People come together here who might otherwise never have spoken to each other in the schoolyard or lecture hall. And as a bonus, a physical keepsake is created—the photo print—which takes the message of the day home and captures the shared experience.

Using a photo booth at school offers countless creative possibilities. Imagine you’re organizing a project day on the topic of languages. Instead of cramming vocabulary, there’s a challenge: “Grab the sign with the French phrase and act out the emotion!” Or in history class: with matching props, students visually immerse themselves in another era. Instead of only reading about it, they become part of history themselves.

Even beyond lessons, the Fotichaschte is a highlight. School dances or the annual summer festival thrive on togetherness. By the way, photo booths are also very popular at class reunions to bring old friendships back to life. And when things get more formal, the Fotichaschte at prom creates glamorous memories that will surely earn a place of honor in the yearbook.

At university, it’s often about networking and identification. A photo booth at a university or university of applied sciences can promote exactly that. At freshman events, it serves as the perfect icebreaker to reduce initial shyness and make first connections.

A few concrete ideas for campus:

• Faculty pride: Design the print layout in the faculty’s colors or with the university logo. This immediately creates a strong sense of belonging.
• The digital guestbook: With our digital package, guests can create GIFs and boomerangs—perfect for welcoming first-year students.
• Marketing tool: At education fairs, the Fotichaschte is a crowd-puller. While interested visitors wait for their photo, you can chat with them in a relaxed, natural way.

Especially in the premium package, the QR-code sharing function (bookable as an add-on) is a powerful tool. Students download their image directly to their smartphone via QR code and share it in their stories. This massively increases your event’s reach and carries the great atmosphere straight into social media.

So you can focus fully on the content, we at Fotichaschte make the technology as easy as possible for you. When planning the photo booth for your event, you only need to consider a few things:

1. Power: We only need a normal power outlet. Extension cables and power strips are always included.
2. Space requirements: The Fotichaschte is compact, but plan a bit of space for the celebrating guests. Our professional printer stands directly next to the booth and does not require a separate connection.
3. Internet: No internet is needed for printing only. If you want to use the QR-code function (included in the digital package; bookable as an add-on in the premium package), a stable network at the location is required.
4. Consumables: Paper and toner are provided in sufficient quantity. If a roll runs out, changing it is very easy and done in seconds.

You can compare our photo booths to decide whether the Light or Premium package—or perhaps even our Deluxe Mirror—is a better fit for your budget and space. For schools, the Light or Premium package is often ideal, while large universities often choose the mirror for galas.

From practice, we know how well these concepts work. Here are two examples of how educational institutions successfully use our Fotichäschte:

• The STEM day: A cantonal high school used the Fotichaschte to inspire girls about technical careers. With props like test tubes, safety helmets, and a “future look” layout, hundreds of photos were created. The feedback: the inhibition threshold dropped, the atmosphere was much more relaxed than with lectures alone, and interaction was immediate.
• The study information day: A university of applied sciences placed the photo booth directly in the entrance area of the auditorium. The layout included the slogan “My start into the future.” Almost every visitor took a photo home—and with it, the UAS logo, which now hangs on countless refrigerators and serves as a friendly ambassador.

Education doesn’t have to be dry. Whether for a school, a project day, or the big science night: the playful approach loosens things up, connects people, and anchors knowledge emotionally. We at Fotichaschte ensure the technology runs smoothly so you can focus on the shining faces of your pupils, students, and guests.

Ready to make your next education event unforgettable? Then let’s create enthusiasm together!