Fine Landscaping delivers School Grounds in Chelsea that support learning, play and wellbeing. From adventure play to quiet zones and safe surfacing, we create spaces children love and staff can manage with confidence.
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Chelsea schools and nurseries need outdoor spaces that work hard all year, from wet playtimes to summer events. We design and build playgrounds, outdoor classrooms and wildlife gardens with a calm, premium finish that suits the area around King’s Road and the Chelsea Physic Garden. Whether you’re upgrading a small courtyard or a larger site, we plan circulation, supervision lines and durable materials from the start. The result is a safer, more engaging environment that supports curriculum and wellbeing.
Working across SW3 and SW10, we’re used to the constraints and standards expected in an exclusive neighbourhood with high-profile premises. Many sites sit beside Georgian townhouses, Victorian mansions and luxury apartments, so we prioritise tidy logistics, considerate working hours and clean handovers. Our layouts balance adventure play with quiet zones, giving different age groups space to thrive. If you need growing areas for STEM and eco projects, we integrate them without sacrificing usable play space.
Our process starts with a site survey, safeguarding-led risk review and a clear concept plan, followed by phased programming to minimise disruption. We specify compliant safe surfacing, robust edging and drainage details to keep areas usable in poor weather. You’ll get transparent options, clear timelines and a dedicated project lead on site. Local clients trust us because we communicate well, protect existing features and deliver finishes that last.
Projects in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea often involve tight access, controlled parking and careful neighbour relations. We plan deliveries, waste removal and storage to suit restricted streets near Stamford Bridge and South Kensington. Ground conditions can vary, so we assess drainage and sub-bases before specifying sports surfaces or safe surfacing. Our team adapts designs to compact courtyards as well as larger school plots, keeping compliance and maintenance practical.
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Costs vary by size, surfacing type and the amount of groundworks required. As a guide, small upgrades (new safe surfacing, edging and a few features) often start from £8,000–£20,000. Mid-size playground redesigns with equipment, drainage and seating commonly fall between £25,000–£70,000. Larger schemes with sports surfaces, outdoor classrooms and multiple zones can be £80,000–£200,000+. We provide itemised options after a site survey.
Most projects take 2–8 weeks on site, depending on groundworks, drainage and curing times for surfacing. A small safe-surfacing replacement may be completed in a week, while a full redesign with sports surfaces, outdoor classrooms and planting typically needs 4–8 weeks. Lead time for specialist equipment can add 2–6 weeks before installation. We can phase works around term dates and prioritise safe access routes throughout.
Many school grounds improvements are permitted, especially like-for-like surfacing replacements, planting, and minor layout changes. However, planning or landlord consent may be needed for new structures, significant level changes, lighting, fencing, or works affecting trees. In RBKC, conservation considerations can also apply near period properties. We check constraints early, advise what permissions may be required, and can support drawings and documentation to help the approval process run smoothly.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for installed hard landscaping elements, covering issues such as sub-base failure, poor levels, and installation defects when the area is used as intended. Manufacturer warranties apply separately to playground equipment, sports surfaces and specialist materials, and we’ll explain these clearly at quotation stage. We also supply care and maintenance guidance to protect the finish and keep surfaces performing well over time.
We tailor designs to age groups, supervision needs and available space. Popular options include wetpour or rubber tiles for safe surfacing, resin-bound paths, artificial grass or MUGA-style sports surfaces, and timber or composite seating for outdoor classrooms. For wildlife and growing areas, we use raised beds, pollinator planting and habitat features. We present mood boards, samples and layout options so you can choose a scheme that fits budget, maintenance and educational goals.
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