School Grounds in Herne Hill should be safe, inspiring and built to last. Fine Landscaping designs and delivers play, learning and sports spaces that work for pupils and staff across SE24.
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From Brockwell Park to Herne Hill station, SE24 schools need outdoor spaces that cope with daily use and British weather. We create complete school grounds: playground design, outdoor classrooms, wildlife gardens and growing areas that support curriculum and play. Whether you’re upgrading a small courtyard or a full field, we plan clear zones for movement, calm and supervision. Our layouts prioritise sightlines, accessibility and safer circulation at drop-off and break times.
Herne Hill’s village-like streets include Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and period conversions, and many schools sit on constrained plots with tight side access. We’re used to working around mature trees, boundary walls and neighbouring properties in Dulwich, Brixton and Tulse Hill. Materials and detailing are chosen to suit the setting while staying robust for heavy footfall. If you need phased works to keep areas open during term time, we’ll build that into the programme.
We start with a site visit, risk-led design and a practical specification, then provide a clear schedule and itemised costs. Installation covers safe surfacing, sports surfaces, adventure play elements, quiet zones and planting, with tidy handover and maintenance guidance. You’ll get consistent communication and documented checks for drainage, levels and trip hazards. Local clients trust us because we turn plans into dependable, low-maintenance spaces without disruption dragging on.
We regularly complete school grounds herne hill area projects with careful logistics for narrow roads and limited on-site storage. Ground conditions can vary, so we assess drainage, compaction and tree roots before setting levels and specifying bases. Where sites fall under school grounds in London Borough of Lambeth/Southwark requirements, we align designs with safeguarding, access and any council guidance. Our team is based just 15 minutes away, making surveys and follow-ups straightforward.
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Costs depend on size, surfacing type and how much groundwork is needed. As a guide, smaller upgrades such as a quiet zone or growing area often start from £3,000–£10,000. Mid-sized playground refurbishments with safe surfacing and equipment commonly fall between £15,000–£60,000. Larger schemes with sports surfaces, drainage and multiple zones can be £80,000+. We provide itemised pricing after a site survey.
Timescales vary with access, weather and the extent of groundworks. A small installation (raised beds, seating, minor surfacing repairs) may take 2–5 working days. A typical playground redesign with safe surfacing and new features often takes 2–6 weeks. Larger projects involving sports surfaces, drainage and multiple zones can run 6–12 weeks. Phasing during term time can extend timelines but reduces disruption.
Many school grounds improvements are permitted, especially like-for-like surfacing replacements and planting. However, planning or approval may be needed for taller structures, lighting, significant level changes, works near protected trees, or sites with specific designations. Requirements can differ between the London Borough of Lambeth and Southwark, and school governance may add extra checks. We review constraints early, advise on permissions, and can support drawings and documentation if needed.
We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty on installation, covering issues arising from our build such as failed joints, unstable edging, or defects in constructed bases where specified. Manufacturer warranties apply separately for play equipment, surfacing systems and specialist sports products, and we’ll explain what’s covered for each item. We also provide care guidance to protect finishes and help you plan inspections and maintenance.
We tailor designs to age groups, supervision needs and budget. Popular options include wetpour or rubber mulch safe surfacing, resin-bound paths, artificial grass for multi-use areas, and robust timber or recycled-plastic edging. For outdoor classrooms we use pergolas, sail shade, amphitheatre seating and chalkboard walls. Wildlife gardens can include native hedging, log piles and pondless habitats. We present samples, layout options and a phased plan to help you choose confidently.
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