School Grounds Maintenance in Sydenham that keeps outdoor spaces safe, presentable and ready for learning. From lawns and hedges to pitches, playgrounds and seasonal planting, we work around the school day with minimal disruption.
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Schools in SE26 need grounds that look professional and stay safe in all weathers. We support sites across Sydenham, from boundary hedges near Sydenham Wells Park to leaf-heavy corners influenced by nearby woodland. Our team handles everything from litter collection and weed control to sports pitch care and playground checks. The result is a cleaner, more usable outdoor environment for pupils, staff and visitors.
Sydenham is a leafy part of the London Borough of Lewisham, with mature trees and period streets that bring both character and maintenance challenges. Around Forest Hill and Lower Sydenham, Victorian villas, Edwardian houses and period conversions often sit alongside school plots with tight access and established planting. We’re used to working around older brick boundaries, narrow gates and shared driveways. That local experience helps us plan visits efficiently and keep sites looking consistent year-round.
We start with a site walkover, risk-aware schedule and clear priorities for lawns, hedges, play areas and pitches. Visits are planned to suit term times, events and safeguarding requirements, with tidy working practices and reliable reporting. If we spot hazards—lifted edging, broken fencing, overhanging branches—we flag them quickly and propose fixes. Homeowners and school managers trust us for punctuality, clean finishes and dependable aftercare.
The Sydenham area’s tree cover and nearby green spaces can mean heavy leaf fall, shaded lawns and moss pressure. We tailor mowing heights, aeration and weed control to suit these conditions, and time hedge trimming to protect nesting wildlife. Access can be tight on residential roads, so we plan parking and loading to avoid congestion and keep entrances clear. For schools, we also align work with site rules and local expectations in the London Borough of Lewisham.
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Costs vary by site size, frequency and what’s included (lawns, hedges, litter picks, pitches and playground upkeep). As a guide, small sites often start around £250–£600 per month for regular visits, while larger multi-area sites with sports pitches and tree care can be £900–£2,500+ per month. One-off clearance or seasonal tidy-ups are commonly £350–£1,500. We’ll survey and provide an itemised range.
Routine visits typically take 1–4 hours for smaller sites and 4–8 hours for larger grounds, depending on mowing areas, hedge lengths and litter levels. Sports pitch care and playground maintenance can add time, especially during peak season. Leaf fall, weather, access restrictions and safeguarding arrangements also affect duration. We agree a schedule in advance and can split tasks across multiple shorter visits to minimise disruption.
Most ongoing maintenance—mowing, hedge trimming, litter collection, seasonal planting and routine weed control—doesn’t require planning permission. However, tree works may be restricted by Tree Preservation Orders or conservation area rules, and some schools have specific site policies. We check for constraints where relevant and advise on permissions before any significant pruning or removals. If approvals are needed, we can help with the information required for applications.
Yes. We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty on qualifying installed works (for example, certain hard landscaping repairs or constructed elements we build as part of the grounds programme). Routine maintenance tasks such as mowing and hedge trimming are covered by our service standards and follow-up visits if something hasn’t been completed as agreed. Any issues are logged and resolved promptly, with clear communication and written reporting where required.
We can tailor planting and materials to match your site and maintenance budget. Popular options include hardy, low-allergen shrubs, pollinator-friendly perennials, robust turf or overseeding for worn lawns, and durable bark or rubberised surfaces for play zones (where appropriate). For pitches, we advise on grass mixes, feeding and aeration plans. We’ll recommend choices based on footfall, shade, drainage and the look you want across the school year.
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