Fine Landscaping delivers School Grounds in Addiscombe that are safe, inspiring and built for daily use. From adventure play to outdoor classrooms, we design spaces children love and staff can manage with confidence.
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Addiscombe schools benefit from outdoor spaces that work hard all year round, from breaktimes to PE and forest-school sessions. We create playground design layouts, quiet zones and safe surfacing that stand up to heavy footfall and British weather. With quick access via Addiscombe tram stop and across CR0, our team can survey and deliver efficiently. We also integrate wildlife gardens and growing areas to support curriculum projects.
Our local experience across the school grounds addiscombe area means we’re used to tight boundaries, mixed levels and older drainage typical around East Croydon and Shirley. Nearby Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and 1930s semis often sit close to schools, so we plan deliveries, noise and working hours carefully. We design for safeguarding and supervision, keeping sightlines clear while still creating adventurous, engaging zones. The result is a practical site that feels generous, not cluttered.
We start with a measured site survey, consultation with staff, and a phased plan that keeps the school running safely. Every build includes clear risk-aware method statements, durable specifications and tidy handover documentation. Homeowners and school leaders choose us for dependable scheduling, transparent options and workmanship that lasts. Our aftercare support helps you keep surfaces, planting and play features performing well.
Working in the London Borough of Croydon, we factor in clay-heavy soils, surface water management and the wear that comes with busy school sites. Access can be constrained near Ashburton Park and surrounding residential streets, so we plan vehicle sizes, delivery windows and storage areas in advance. We also align designs with safeguarding needs and practical supervision routes. Where required, we liaise with site managers and follow borough expectations on waste, noise and working hours.
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Costs vary by size, surfacing type and the number of zones. As a guide, small upgrades (repairs, markings, minor safe surfacing) often start from £3,000–£10,000. Mid-sized refurbishments with new surfacing, planting and play elements are commonly £15,000–£45,000. Larger schemes with sports surfaces, outdoor classrooms and drainage can run £50,000–£150,000+. We provide itemised options to match budget and priorities.
Timescales depend on site access, weather, ground conditions and whether works are phased around term time. A small safe-surfacing or quiet-zone installation may take 2–5 days. A full playground redesign with multiple zones typically takes 2–6 weeks. Larger programmes including sports surfaces, drainage and outdoor classrooms can take 6–12+ weeks. We agree a practical schedule and keep you updated throughout.
Many school grounds improvements are permitted, but it depends on the site, boundaries and what’s being installed. Items such as fencing, lighting, drainage changes, structures or works near trees can trigger approvals or conditions. We’ll review constraints, check whether listed status or conservation considerations apply, and advise on any permissions needed. If council input is required, we can supply drawings and specifications to support the process.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for installed landscaping elements, covering defects arising from installation rather than misuse or accidental damage. Manufacturer warranties apply separately to products such as artificial surfaces, play equipment, timber and paving, and we’ll pass those details on at handover. We also give clear maintenance guidance to protect your investment. If an issue arises, we respond promptly and agree a practical remedy.
We tailor designs to age groups, supervision needs and curriculum goals. Popular options include wetpour or rubber mulch safe surfacing, resin-bound paths, artificial grass sports areas, timber or composite outdoor classroom structures, and raised beds for growing areas. Wildlife gardens can include native hedging, log piles, ponds (where suitable) and pollinator planting. We provide mood boards, samples and a phased plan so you can choose confidently.
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