Create inspiring School Grounds in Sydenham with Fine Landscaping. From adventure play and safe surfacing to wildlife gardens and outdoor classrooms, we build spaces children love and staff can manage.
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Sydenham’s leafy setting and nearby green spaces such as Sydenham Wells Park and Sydenham Hill Wood make outdoor learning feel like a natural extension of the classroom. We design and build school grounds that support play, sport and calm, with clear zoning for different ages and activities. Expect robust finishes, thoughtful drainage and layouts that work in all seasons. We also plan routes and access so daily supervision is straightforward.
Schools and nurseries around SE26 often sit beside Victorian villas, Edwardian houses and period conversions, where space can be tight and boundaries are established. We’re used to working around mature trees, existing fencing and neighbouring properties while keeping sites tidy and safe. In the school grounds Sydenham area, we frequently improve uneven lawns, tired tarmac and compacted soil with surfaces that cope with heavy footfall. Our designs balance durability with a warm, natural look that suits Sydenham’s character.
We start with a site survey, safeguarding-friendly method statement and a clear programme that fits term dates. You’ll receive a concept plan, material samples and a phased budget so priorities are easy to set. Our team is punctual, DBS-aware where required, and committed to clean handovers with full O&M guidance. Local clients choose us for reliable communication, tidy workmanship and a finish that stands up to daily use.
We regularly work across the London Borough of Lewisham, including Lower Sydenham, Bell Green and Forest Hill. Ground conditions vary from compacted clay to tree-rooted areas near woodland edges, so we specify the right sub-bases and drainage. Access can be restricted on residential streets, so we plan deliveries, parking and safeguarding zones in advance. Where trees are protected, we adjust foundations and surfacing to respect root protection areas.
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Costs vary by size, surfacing type and how much enabling work is needed. As a guide, small upgrades (quiet zones, planters, minor safe surfacing) often start from £5,000–£15,000. Mid-size schemes with playground design, growing areas and paths commonly fall around £20,000–£60,000. Larger projects including sports surfaces, extensive drainage and multiple zones can be £75,000–£200,000+. We provide itemised options to match your budget.
Most projects take 2–8 weeks on site, depending on the number of zones and the amount of groundwork. A small safe-surfacing and play refresh may be completed in 1–2 weeks, while a full redesign with sports surfaces, outdoor classrooms and wildlife gardens can take 6–12 weeks. Timescales are affected by drainage requirements, curing times for resin/asphalt, delivery lead times, and whether works must be phased around term dates.
Many school grounds improvements are permitted, but some elements can require approval, especially new fencing, lighting, significant level changes, large structures, or work near protected trees. Sites in conservation areas or with specific conditions may also need extra checks. We review your site constraints, advise on likely permissions, and can support drawings and documentation for submissions. Where needed, we liaise with the London Borough of Lewisham to keep the project compliant.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for eligible hard landscaping installations, covering issues such as failed joints, unstable edging, and sub-base-related movement when installed to specification. Manufacturer warranties also apply to many products, including certain surfacing systems and play equipment, subject to their terms. We hand over care guidance and maintenance schedules to protect performance. Any snagging identified at completion is logged and resolved promptly.
Options include wetpour or rubber mulch safe surfacing, resin-bound paths, artificial grass for play, and asphalt or MUGA-style sports surfaces. For learning and nature, we design outdoor classrooms with timber seating, wildlife gardens with native planting and log habitats, and growing areas with raised beds and water points. Adventure play can incorporate boulders, balance trails and natural timber elements. We help you choose materials based on age range, supervision, maintenance and budget.
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