Find the best educational printer for your school, college or university. Education Copiers & MFDs.
With education budgets increasingly becoming tighter and tighter, selecting the right printing solution has become more crucial than ever. We understand that schools print a lot of pages, so our range of printers, MFDs & copiers for schools cost less to buy and we keep running costs as low as possible.
With printers, copiers & MFDs from the main school printer manufacturers such as Konica, Sharp, Ricoh and Develop, our prices start from £1100 or £23 per month for a brand new, A3 full colour MFD printer copier, delivered and installed.
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Printers and Copiers for Schools. Buy a school MFD.
- Buy a MFD copier direct & cut out the middleman
- A team dedicated to supporting schools with printing
- Brand new, UK printers, with warranty & support
- Prices include fast delivery & copier installation
- Save time and money on purchasing, leasing and monthly printing costs
- Lots of print speed and copier options
Our range of award-winning multi-functional devices (MFDs) are designed to print, copy and scan, giving outstanding value, ease of use, and reliability. All very important factors for a school, college or university. Our dedicated team is here to support educational establishments from our Hertfordshire office.
We’ve worked with many schools for many years and provide simple and convenient purchasing options, including outright purchase, leasing, and refurbished units.
Printers for Schools
Printers play a crucial role for schools, supporting both admin and classroom learning. From printing lesson plans and worksheets to scanning, multi-functional devices (MFDs) are essential to help schools operate smoothly. For a schools the right printer balances print quality, efficiency and cost. Modern printers for schools come with a range of features such as fast printing, scanning and email options, plus security measures to protect data.
With the rise of digital and remote learning, schools require printers that integrate with digital tools, giving access to cloud storage and remote printing. Choosing a printer with eco-friendly features is also important, as schools aim to reduce their carbon footprint.
Printers for Colleges
Printers remain an essential part of colleges, supporting academic and administrative tasks. They handle high volume printing, such as lecture notes and research papers to invoices and other documents. Multi-functional devices (MFDs) that can print, scan and copy are ideal for a college environment. Modern printers come with features like wireless networking, cloud integration and security features to protect sensitive printing. Being cost effective is obviously key as is reducing the impact of printing on the environment, as colleges often manage tight print budgets and aim to reduce waste. Choosing the right printer from Office Copiers ensures that colleges students and staff can copy and print efficiently.
Printers for Universities
Universities still print a lot of pages, even with the recent move to being environmentally friendly. Universities tend to use high-capacity printers that can manage the large volumes of printing needed for lecture materials, research publications, student assignments and other administrative printing. Multi-functional devices (MFDs) that combine printing, scanning, and copying are ideal, offering flexibility and efficiency.
Printers with eco-friendly features, such as duplex printing and energy saving modes, support sustainability. Choosing the right printers helps universities create an efficient, cost-effective and secure printing infrastructure that supports both academic and operations.
What is the best printer for a school?
Two printers stand out for us, from Ricoh for educational environments the Ricoh IM C3000 and from Konica the C361i. The Konica Minolta bizhub C361i is one of the best printers for schools. It offers multi-functional capabilities like printing, copying and scanning with fast speeds of up to 36 pages per minute. This model features a touchscreen, advanced security and mobile/cloud printing, making it user-friendly and secure. Its energy efficient design and cost effective operation help schools reduce printing costs and environmental impact. With colour output and good reliability, the bizhub C361i is ideal for a school, from admin tasks to producing educational pages. The cost is £2650 to buy or £55 per month.
The Ricoh IM C3000 is also an excellent choice for schools and colleges. It offers multi-functional capabilities, including printing, copying and scanning at speeds of up to 30 pages per minute, ideal for handling moderate to high-volume tasks. Its 10.1-inch Smart Panel simplifies use for staff and students, while security features like user authentication ensure data protection. With cloud integration, mobile printing and eco-friendly options like duplex printing, it supports digital learning and reduces costs. The Ricoh IM C3000 costs £2395 to buy or £49 per month.
What is the best value school copier?
The Konica C251i offers the best value for schools seeking a reliable, cheap copier. This MFD provides printing, copying and scanning with print speeds of up to 25 pages per minute. Perfect for schools on a budget, this copier balances performance, reliability and affordability, making it a great choice for educational institutions wanting an all-in-one MFD.
What is the difference between a school copier, printer or MFD?
A school copier focuses primarily on making duplicates of documents and is quick and provides high volume output, it’s ideal for admin tasks. A printer is used for printing digital documents typically from a PC and can range from simple B&W models to full colour and is suitable for classroom handouts and reports. A Multi-Functional Device (MFD) combines the functions of a copier, printer and scanner into one machine. MFDs are best for schools needing to perform multiple tasks efficiently with added features like mobile printing and cloud integration. Choosing between these depends on the school's specific needs for printing, copying and digital but typically nowadays most devices sold are in fact MFDs.