Fine Landscaping delivers School Grounds in Shirley that support learning, play and wellbeing. From safe surfacing and sports areas to wildlife gardens and quiet zones, we create spaces pupils love and staff can manage with ease.
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Schools in Shirley need outdoor spaces that work hard all year, from break times to PE and outdoor lessons. We design and build playgrounds, outdoor classrooms, growing areas and adventure play that fit your site and safeguarding needs. Whether you’re near Shirley Windmill or close to Trinity School, we plan layouts that improve flow and reduce pinch points. Every scheme is tailored to age groups, supervision lines and daily routines.
Our team knows the school grounds Shirley area well, including CR0 sites with tight access and busy drop-off times. We’re used to working around leafy boundaries and mature trees common in this suburban part of Croydon, as well as newer developments with compact external areas. Many local plots sit alongside 1930s semis and detached homes, so we keep noise, deliveries and parking considerate. The result is a professional finish that sits comfortably within the neighbourhood.
We start with a site survey, risk-led design and a clear programme that minimises disruption to teaching. You’ll get practical specifications for safe surfacing, drainage and durable edging, plus options for phased delivery to match budgets. Our installers work to agreed safeguarding procedures and leave sites clean and ready for use. Local schools trust us for straightforward communication, reliable timelines and workmanship backed by a written warranty.
We regularly work across the London Borough of Croydon, including Shirley, Addiscombe and Addington, and understand local access constraints. CR0 sites often need careful delivery planning, protected walkways and tidy storage areas. Ground conditions can vary from compacted clay to tree-rooted edges near parks and golf course boundaries, so we specify the right sub-bases and drainage. We also coordinate with school site managers to keep parking and safeguarding procedures running smoothly.
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Costs vary by size, surfacing type and the amount of groundwork required. As a guide, small upgrades such as a quiet zone or planting and edging might start from £3,000–£10,000. Mid-size playground refurbishments with safe surfacing and new features often fall around £15,000–£45,000. Larger schemes including sports surfaces, outdoor classrooms and multiple zones can be £50,000–£150,000+. We provide itemised options to suit budget and phasing.
Timescales depend on the scope, access and whether works are phased around term time. A small area such as a wildlife garden or growing beds may take 3–7 working days. A typical playground redesign with surfacing, drainage and equipment bases is often 2–4 weeks. Larger projects with sports surfaces and multiple zones can run 6–12 weeks. Weather, curing times and delivery lead times for equipment will also affect the programme.
Many improvements to school grounds are permitted, but certain elements can trigger approvals. New fencing, lighting, significant changes to levels, structures such as shelters, or works near protected trees may require consent or checks. We review constraints early, including any conditions linked to the site, and advise on what to submit if needed. Where relevant, we can supply drawings and specifications to support applications and help you stay compliant with local requirements.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for qualifying installations, covering issues arising from installation defects. This includes items such as sub-base preparation, edging stability and surfacing installation where specified. Manufacturer warranties apply separately for products like play equipment, artificial surfaces or specialist coatings, and we’ll pass those details on clearly. The warranty doesn’t cover misuse, vandalism or normal wear, but we can offer maintenance plans and inspections.
We tailor designs to your pupils and curriculum, with options including wetpour or rubber mulch safe surfacing, resin-bound paths, artificial grass sports areas, and durable tarmac or MUGA-style surfaces. For learning, we can add timber outdoor classrooms, raised growing beds, sensory planting and wildlife habitats. Quiet zones can use pergolas, seating circles and acoustic planting. We’ll guide you through colour choices, layouts and maintenance needs, balancing aesthetics with safety and longevity.
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