School Grounds in Mitcham that support play, learning and wellbeing all year round. From safe surfacing to outdoor classrooms and sports areas, we design and build spaces pupils love—and staff can manage easily.
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Mitcham schools benefit from generous green space and strong community use, from Mitcham Common to Figges Marsh. We create school grounds that balance daily durability with inspiring design—whether that’s adventure play, quiet zones or a wildlife garden. Our layouts improve flow at drop-off times and reduce wear in high-traffic routes. Every element is planned with safeguarding, sightlines and supervision in mind.
As a premium landscaping team based just 10 minutes away, we understand the mix of Victorian cottages, 1930s semis and modern estates around CR4—and the varied access constraints that come with them. That local experience translates well to schools, where tight gates, shared driveways and limited storage are common. We plan deliveries and works to minimise disruption to neighbours and the school day. For projects across the school grounds Mitcham area, we tailor solutions to the site rather than forcing a standard package.
We start with a site survey, risk-led design and clear phasing so the school can stay operational. You’ll receive a detailed specification covering safe surfacing, drainage, edging and maintenance needs, plus options for value engineering if budgets change. Our installation teams work to agreed safeguarding procedures and keep the site tidy and secure each day. Local homeowners and schools trust us for transparent communication, robust build quality and aftercare that keeps spaces performing.
In the London Borough of Merton, we often encounter compact access points and busy residential streets near Mitcham Junction station. Ground conditions can vary between freer-draining areas closer to Mitcham Common and heavier soils elsewhere, so we specify sub-bases and drainage accordingly. We coordinate waste removal, parking and delivery times to avoid peak school runs. Materials are selected for longevity and easy maintenance, keeping whole-life costs under control.
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Costs vary by scope, surfacing type and ground preparation. As a guide, small upgrades (edging, minor safe surfacing, planters) often start around £3,000–£10,000. Mid-size schemes such as a new playground zone or outdoor classroom are commonly £15,000–£45,000. Larger projects combining sports surfaces, adventure play and drainage can run £50,000–£150,000+. We provide itemised options to match budgets.
Typical programmes range from 1–2 weeks for focused works (quiet zone, small growing area, repairs) to 4–10 weeks for multi-zone refurbishments. Larger schemes with sports surfacing, drainage and new play equipment can take 10–16 weeks, especially if phased around term time. Timescales depend on ground conditions, curing times for bases and surfacing, delivery lead times, and safeguarding requirements for site access.
Many school landscaping works are permitted, but certain elements can trigger approvals—such as significant fencing changes, lighting, large structures, or works affecting trees. If the site is near protected areas or subject to specific conditions, extra checks may be needed. We review constraints early, advise on what’s likely to require consent, and can support drawings/specifications for submissions. Our aim is to keep compliance straightforward and documented.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for installed hard landscaping elements, covering issues such as failed sub-bases, poor levels, and installation-related movement. Manufacturer warranties apply separately to specialist products like play equipment, artificial turf systems or resin-bound materials, and we’ll explain these clearly. The warranty remains valid when the area is used as intended and maintained to the agreed guidance. Aftercare visits can be arranged.
We design around how pupils use the space, then match materials to safety and maintenance needs. Popular options include wetpour or rubber mulch safe surfacing, resin-bound paths, artificial sports turf, permeable paving, and timber or recycled-plastic edging. For learning spaces we often add amphitheatre seating, pergolas, chalk walls and raised growing beds. We present mood boards and samples, then refine layouts with staff input and pupil needs in mind.
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