School Grounds in West Wickham designed for learning, play and year-round use. From adventure play and quiet zones to sports surfaces and growing areas, we create spaces children love and staff can manage with ease.
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Fine Landscaping delivers complete school grounds upgrades across BR4, from West Wickham High Street to the edges of Sparrows Den. We design and install playground layouts, outdoor classrooms and wildlife gardens that support curriculum goals and everyday supervision. Need safe surfacing, quiet zones or a new adventure play route? We plan spaces that work for breaktimes, PE and after-school clubs.
West Wickham is a pleasant residential area bordering open countryside, with a mix of 1930s semis, detached homes and modern developments. That variety often mirrors local school sites—some with tight access and mature trees, others with larger, open plots. We’re used to working around existing drainage runs, boundary fences and uneven levels, while keeping play areas practical and easy to maintain. Our designs also consider neighbouring properties and noise-sensitive edges.
We start with a site survey, safeguarding-aware risk review and a clear concept plan, then refine materials and phasing to suit term dates. Every build is managed by a dedicated supervisor, with tidy working practices and secure storage agreed in advance. You’ll get transparent specifications, realistic programmes and handover documentation for maintenance. Local clients choose us because we communicate clearly and deliver robust finishes that stand up to heavy use.
For school grounds in London Borough of Bromley, we factor in clay-heavy soils, tree roots and seasonal waterlogging that can affect surfacing and pitches. Access can be constrained around residential streets near Coney Hall and Spring Park, so we plan deliveries and parking to minimise disruption. We also align designs with site safeguarding routes and gate controls. Our team is based just 25 minutes away, making follow-up visits straightforward.
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Costs vary by scope, access and surfacing type. As a guide, small upgrades (new safe surfacing patches, edging, minor play improvements) often start around £5,000–£15,000. Mid-sized schemes (zoned playground, quiet area, planting, some drainage) are commonly £20,000–£60,000. Larger projects with sports surfaces, outdoor classrooms and extensive groundwork can run £70,000–£200,000+. We provide itemised options to match budgets.
Timescales depend on design complexity and whether groundworks or drainage are required. A straightforward surfacing refresh may take 1–2 weeks. A phased playground redesign with planting, fencing tweaks and equipment bases is typically 3–6 weeks. Larger schemes including sports surfaces, outdoor classrooms and multiple zones often take 6–12+ weeks. Lead times for bespoke equipment and weather conditions can also affect the programme.
Many school grounds improvements are permitted, but it depends on the type and scale of works. New fencing heights, lighting, significant changes to levels, drainage outfalls, or structures such as canopies and outdoor classrooms may need approval. We’ll advise early, check any site constraints, and help prepare drawings and specifications if an application is required. We also work to relevant safety and accessibility expectations for education settings.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for installed landscaping elements such as paving, edgings, kerbs and built structures, subject to normal use and maintenance. Manufacturer warranties apply separately for play equipment, artificial surfaces and specialist products, and we’ll pass all documentation over at handover. If something settles or a finish needs attention, we respond quickly and schedule remedial work with minimal disruption to the site.
We tailor designs to age groups, supervision lines and curriculum goals. Popular options include wetpour or rubber mulch safe surfacing, resin-bound paths, artificial grass sports areas, timber or recycled plastic edging, and robust seating for outdoor classrooms. Wildlife gardens can include native hedging, log habitats and pollinator planting, while growing areas often use raised beds and secure composting. We present samples, maintenance guidance and phased layouts to help you choose.
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