School Grounds Maintenance in Sevenoaks that keeps campuses safe, presentable and inspection-ready. From sports pitches to playgrounds, we deliver reliable care with clear reporting. Flexible schedules minimise disruption to pupils and staff.
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Schools across Sevenoaks rely on grounds that look professional and stay safe in all seasons. We maintain lawns, borders, hedges, pitches and play areas with planned visits and responsive call-outs. Whether you’re near Sevenoaks High Street or close to The Vine Cricket Ground, we keep outdoor spaces tidy and usable. Our team handles everything from litter collection to seasonal planting and weed control.
Sevenoaks is known for excellent schools and well-kept surroundings, with sites ranging from compact urban grounds to larger green campuses. In TN13 and TN14 you’ll often find mature trees, established hedgelines and ornamental planting that need careful, qualified attention. We’re used to working around period properties and executive homes nearby, so we understand expectations for neat finishes and minimal noise. Our planning also considers term-time access, safeguarding requirements and busy pick-up times.
We start with a site walkover, risk notes and a maintenance schedule tailored to your priorities—presentation, safety, sports performance or biodiversity. Each visit is completed to a checklist covering lawn care, hedge trimming, playground maintenance, tree care and litter picking. You’ll receive clear updates, and we can adjust frequencies during wet growth spurts or exam periods. Fine Landscaping is trusted because we turn up when agreed and leave grounds visibly better every time.
The Sevenoaks District mix of clay soils and shaded tree cover can lead to compaction, moss and slow drainage, especially on high-traffic routes. We adapt mowing heights, aeration and feed programmes to suit each site and season. Access and parking can be tight around Riverhead and Dunton Green at peak times, so we plan arrival windows and equipment loads accordingly. Where sites border public footpaths, we prioritise clear edges and safe sightlines.
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Costs depend on site size, visit frequency and the mix of tasks (lawn care, hedge trimming, litter collection, pitch work and playground checks). As a guide, smaller sites may start from around £250–£600 per month for routine visits, while larger multi-area campuses can be £900–£2,500+ per month. One-off clearance or seasonal works (e.g., hedge reductions, tree work, pitch renovation) are typically priced separately after a survey.
Routine visits for a smaller school can take 2–4 hours, while larger sites commonly need a full day or multiple team members. Seasonal peaks—spring growth, autumn leaf fall and summer pitch preparation—can extend visit times. The condition of lawns, the length of hedges, the number of play areas and on-site access all affect duration. We agree a schedule in advance and can work outside drop-off times to reduce disruption.
Most day-to-day grounds maintenance is permitted and doesn’t require planning permission. However, some tree works may be restricted by Tree Preservation Orders or conservation area rules, and waste handling must follow local regulations. If your site is near protected landscapes or has notable mature trees, we’ll check constraints and advise on the correct approach before any major pruning or removal. We also align our working practices with safeguarding and site policies.
Yes. Our workmanship is backed by a 10-year warranty on eligible installed landscaping elements we supply and fit (for example, edging, paving repairs or constructed features as part of maintenance-led improvements). For ongoing maintenance, we guarantee visits are completed to the agreed checklist and standard, with any issues reported promptly. Living materials such as turf and planting are supported with care guidance and realistic expectations based on weather and usage.
We tailor options to how pupils use the space and the school’s presentation goals. Popular choices include hardy seasonal planting schemes, low-maintenance shrub borders, wildflower areas for biodiversity, and sports pitch programmes (mowing, line marking, aeration, topdressing and overseeding). For playgrounds we can maintain safer edges, manage weeds and keep surfaces clear. We’ll recommend materials and schedules that suit budget, term dates and site wear patterns.
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