School Grounds Maintenance in Paddington that keeps school sites safe, smart and inspection-ready. From lawn care and hedge trimming to playground checks, pitch care and litter collection, we handle it all with minimal disruption.
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Schools around Paddington station and Paddington Basin need grounds that look professional and stay safe in heavy daily use. Fine Landscaping delivers planned maintenance that covers lawn care, hedge trimming, litter collection, weed control and seasonal planting. We also carry out playground maintenance and sports pitch care to reduce hazards and keep surfaces performing. Work is scheduled around drop-off, pick-up and events to keep access clear.
The Paddington mix of stucco townhouses, mansion flats and modern apartments often means tight boundaries, shared access routes and limited storage. In W2, we’re used to working with compact courtyards, roof terraces and enclosed school play areas where noise and timing matter. We tailor mowing heights, planting choices and irrigation checks to suit exposed sites and shaded corners near taller buildings. If your site borders Hyde Park routes or busy streets, we plan for higher footfall and wind-blown litter.
We start with a site walkover, risk-aware method statement and a maintenance calendar that matches term dates. Each visit is logged with photos and clear notes, so caretakers and managers can track progress and priorities. Our teams arrive with the right kit for restricted access, and we leave paths, gates and fire routes clear. Homeowners and school managers trust us for consistent standards, clear communication and dependable follow-through.
The school grounds maintenance Paddington area often involves tight loading bays, controlled parking and strict timing near major routes. We plan access and waste removal with City of Westminster requirements in mind, including considerate working hours and tidy storage. Shaded courtyards and wind tunnels between blocks can stress turf and shrubs, so we adjust mowing, feeding and irrigation checks accordingly. Where sites sit near Little Venice or canal-side paths, we prioritise slip risks, leaf clearance and robust planting.
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Costs vary by site size, frequency and what’s included (lawn care, hedge trimming, litter collection, playground maintenance, pitch care and tree work). As a guide, small sites may start from around £250–£600 per month for regular visits, while larger schools with sports pitches and extensive planting are often £900–£2,500+ per month. One-off tidy-ups typically range from £350–£1,800 depending on waste volume and access.
A routine visit for a smaller Paddington site can take 2–4 hours, while larger grounds with pitches and multiple zones may need a full day or a two-person team. Seasonal tasks such as aeration, overseeding, hedge reductions or tree care can add time and may be planned as separate visits. Access restrictions, waste removal distances and safeguarding sign-in procedures also affect timings. We provide a schedule before starting.
Most routine maintenance—mowing, weeding, hedge trimming, litter collection and seasonal planting—doesn’t require planning permission. However, tree works can be restricted by Tree Preservation Orders or conservation area controls, and waste disposal must follow local rules. For schools in the City of Westminster, we check constraints before major pruning, removals or new hardstanding. If permissions are needed, we’ll guide you through the process and provide supporting details.
Yes. We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty on qualifying installed works (for example, certain hard landscaping elements or constructed features as part of playground or grounds upgrades). Routine maintenance tasks are covered by our service standards: if something hasn’t been completed as agreed, we’ll return to put it right. Planting success depends on weather and watering, but we advise on aftercare and can offer replacement options where appropriate.
We tailor choices to how the site is used and how much time you want to spend on upkeep. Popular options include hard-wearing turf mixes, low-maintenance perennial borders, seasonal bedding rotations, robust hedging for screening, and bark or rubber safety surfacing for play zones. For sports areas, we can plan feeding, aeration, overseeding and line marking. We’ll recommend options based on light levels, drainage, safeguarding needs and budget.
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