Fine Landscaping delivers School Grounds in Earl's Court that are safe, inspiring and built to last. From adventure play to outdoor classrooms, we create spaces pupils love and staff can manage with confidence.
Response within 24 hours
Schools and nurseries around SW5 need outdoor spaces that work hard every day. Near Earl's Court tube station and the Earl's Court Exhibition Centre site, we design and build grounds that support playtimes, PE and outdoor learning. Expect thoughtful zoning, durable finishes and clear sightlines for supervision. We can integrate quiet zones, wildlife gardens and growing areas without sacrificing circulation space.
Earl's Court is known for Victorian architecture, mansion conversions and period flats, often with tight access and shared boundaries. That experience translates well to education sites with restricted delivery windows and limited storage. We plan around narrow gates, basement lightwells and garden-square constraints common across Kensington, West Brompton and Chelsea. The result is a practical layout that respects neighbours while maximising usable play space.
Our process starts with a site survey, risk-led layout plan and material samples, then a clear programme that fits term dates. We prioritise compliant safe surfacing, drainage and robust edging so areas stay tidy and low-maintenance. You’ll receive method statements, safeguarding-aware working practices and tidy handover documentation. Local clients choose us for reliable scheduling, transparent communication and workmanship backed by a long warranty.
Working in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea often means controlled parking, timed deliveries and considerate noise management. Ground conditions can vary, so we assess drainage, tree roots and existing sub-bases before specifying surfacing. Access is frequently via side passages or service roads near Philbeach Gardens, so we plan smaller loads and efficient storage. This local approach keeps projects moving and reduces disruption to neighbours and school operations.
Rated 4.9/5 from over 280 verified reviews
Costs vary by size, surfacing specification and how many zones you’re creating. As a guide, safe wet-pour surfacing often starts from around £90–£140 per m², while artificial sports surfaces are commonly £60–£120 per m² depending on base works. A small playground refresh may be £8,000–£20,000, and a full school grounds scheme with multiple areas can be £40,000–£150,000+.
Timescales depend on groundworks, drainage changes and the amount of surfacing. A straightforward safe-surfacing replacement can take 3–7 working days. A mixed project with planting, edging, outdoor classroom elements and sports surfacing typically runs 2–6 weeks. Lead times for bespoke play equipment and council-approved logistics can add time, so we programme around term dates and holiday windows wherever possible.
Many school grounds improvements are permitted, especially like-for-like surfacing, planting and minor hard landscaping. However, larger structures (canopies, fencing changes, lighting, significant level changes) or works near protected trees can require consent. We check constraints such as conservation areas, tree protection orders and drainage requirements, and we can support drawings and documentation for any applications needed in the borough.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for agreed elements, covering installation defects such as failed joints, poor levels, unstable edging and related issues. Manufacturer warranties apply separately for products like artificial turf, wet-pour systems, timber structures and play equipment, and we’ll supply the paperwork at handover. The warranty doesn’t cover misuse, vandalism or lack of routine maintenance, but we can offer maintenance plans.
Options include wet-pour and rubber mulch for safe surfacing, resin-bound paths for clean access routes, artificial grass for multi-use areas, and porous sports systems for courts. For learning, we design outdoor classrooms with pergolas, seating and chalkboard walls, plus raised beds and orchards for growing areas. Wildlife gardens can include log piles, native hedging and pollinator planting. We guide choices using samples, maintenance needs and budget.
Get your free, no-obligation quote today.