Fine Landscaping delivers School Grounds in Penge that are safe, inspiring and built to last. From adventure play to outdoor classrooms, we design spaces children love and staff can manage with confidence.
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Schools and nurseries across SE20 need outdoor spaces that work hard every day. We create practical, engaging grounds near Penge High Street and around Penge East station, balancing play value with safety and supervision. Whether you want a new playground layout, safer surfacing, or defined quiet zones, we tailor the plan to your site and age groups. Our designs also support curriculum use, from science to PE.
Penge is an up-and-coming area with excellent transport links and a growing community, and many sites sit alongside Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and period conversions. That often means tighter boundaries, shared access routes and neighbours close by, so considerate scheduling and tidy working matter. We’re used to coordinating deliveries, safeguarding routes and drop-off times around busy streets linking to Anerley, Crystal Palace and Sydenham. The result is a school grounds penge area upgrade that feels seamless, not disruptive.
We start with a site survey, risk-led design and clear phasing so you can keep parts of the grounds open where possible. You’ll receive straightforward drawings, material samples and a programme you can share with governors and staff. Our teams are DBS-aware, work to agreed safeguarding procedures, and keep communication simple throughout. Local schools trust us because we deliver durable finishes, clean handovers and aftercare support.
We regularly work across the London Borough of Bromley, including sites near Alexandra Recreation Ground and along key routes off Penge High Street. Ground conditions can vary, so we assess drainage, tree roots and levels before specifying bases and surfacing. Access in SE20 can be tight, so we plan deliveries, parking and storage to reduce disruption. Our approach suits period-built surroundings and busy school-day logistics.
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Costs vary with surfacing type, drainage needs and how much equipment is included. As a guide, safe surfacing repairs might start around £1,500–£4,000, while a small playground refresh with new edging, markings and a few features is often £8,000–£20,000. Larger schemes with adventure play, outdoor classrooms, sports surfaces and landscaping typically fall in the £25,000–£120,000 range. We provide itemised options to match your budget.
Timescales depend on scope, groundworks and term-time constraints. Minor surfacing or line-marking can take 1–3 days, while a compact playground redesign is commonly 2–4 weeks including bases and curing times. Full grounds transformations with sports surfaces, drainage, planting and multiple zones often take 6–12 weeks. Weather, access, safeguarding arrangements and lead times for specialist equipment can all affect the programme.
Many school grounds improvements are permitted, but it depends on items such as fencing heights, lighting, structures, drainage changes and whether the site has any specific constraints. If you’re adding significant new equipment, altering levels, or working near boundaries, checks may be needed. We review the proposals, flag any likely permissions, and can help with drawings and supporting information for the London Borough of Bromley where required.
We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty on qualifying hard landscaping and installation work, covering issues arising from installation defects under normal use. Manufacturer warranties apply to play equipment, surfacing systems and specialist sports products, and we’ll explain what’s covered for each element. We also provide care guidance and can schedule inspections or maintenance to protect the investment. Any snagging is handled promptly and transparently.
We offer a wide range of options to suit different ages and budgets: wet-pour rubber, rubber mulch, artificial grass play zones, bonded gravel paths, and permeable sports surfacing. For learning spaces, popular choices include timber or recycled-plastic seating, pergolas, chalkboard walls and raised planters for growing areas. Wildlife gardens can include log piles, ponds (where appropriate), native planting and bug hotels. We guide you through samples, maintenance needs and safety requirements before you choose.
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