School Grounds Maintenance
Safe, reliable and professional grounds care for schools
For over 20 years, Thames Valley Landscapes has supported schools with dependable grounds maintenance services that keep outdoor spaces safe, attractive and ready for learning. We work with primary schools, secondary schools, colleges and academies across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and the wider Thames Valley.
From grass cutting to sports pitch care, hedge trimming, playground upkeep and biodiversity projects, our experienced team helps schools create grounds that enhance outdoor learning and are enjoyed by pupils, staff and visitors all year round.
- Reliable
- Fully Insured
- DBS Approved
- Trained & Qualified
- Large Team
Why Schools Choose Thames Valley Landscapes
DBS checked, experienced & reliable
All operatives working on school sites are thoroughly DBS checked and selected for their professionalism, reliability and experience in educational environments. We understand the importance of safeguarding, punctuality and respectful conduct on site.
Minimal disruption to the school day
We understand how important it is to cause the least disruption possible to the learning environment. We plan work carefully around drop-off times, break times, exams and other important activities. Wherever possible we schedule larger or noisier tasks for during school holidays.
A long-term grounds partner
Many of our clients rely on us for ongoing maintenance programmes that keep their sites looking smart, functional and safe throughout the year. We offer weekly, fortnightly, monthly or tailored maintenance schedules to suit your site.
Our school grounds maintenance services
Routine school grounds care
Our regular maintenance visits can include:
- Grass cutting and lawn care
- Strimming and edging
- Hedge trimming and shrub pruning
- Weed control
- Leaf clearance
- Litter picking
- Seasonal tidy-ups
- Planting and border maintenance
- Tree inspections and maintenance
Sports pitches & playing fields
We help schools maintain safe, presentable outdoor sports spaces with services including:
- Pitch mowing
- Line marking
- Aeration
- Turf repairs
- Seasonal pitch care
- Goal area maintenance
Ideal for football, rugby and general PE use.
Playground creation & upkeep
We design, install and maintain engaging playground spaces for primary and junior schools that support safe, active and imaginative play.
- Play equipment for climbing, balancing and active play
- Quiet zones and seating areas
- Safe surfacing including rubber mulch, wet pour and artificial grass
- Playground markings for games, trails and learning activities
- Routine playground upkeep and repairs
- Regular equipment inspections and maintenance checks
Outdoor learning & biodiversity
We design and maintain outdoor spaces that encourage learning, wellbeing and environmental awareness, including:
- Wildlife gardens
- Bug hotels
- Nature areas
- Edible gardens & vegetable beds
- Sensory planting schemes
- Tree planting projects
These spaces help pupils engage with nature while enhancing the school environment.
Seasonal Care
We help schools cope with the challenges every season brings with proactive maintenance.
Autumn & Winter: Leaf clearance, hedge and shrub pruning, gritting and snow clearance, tree safety checks, drainage attention and playground surface inspections
Spring & Summer: Rapid grass growth control, sports pitch preparation, planting displays, weed management and outdoor area presentation for events and open days.
- Routine maintenance
-
Routine school grounds care
Our regular maintenance visits can include:
- Grass cutting and lawn care
- Strimming and edging
- Hedge trimming and shrub pruning
- Weed control
- Leaf clearance
- Litter picking
- Seasonal tidy-ups
- Planting and border maintenance
- Tree inspections and maintenance
- Pitches & playing fields
-
Sports pitches & playing fields
We help schools maintain safe, presentable outdoor sports spaces with services including:
- Pitch mowing
- Line marking
- Aeration
- Turf repairs
- Seasonal pitch care
- Goal area maintenance
Ideal for football, rugby and general PE use.
- Playground creation
-
Playground creation & upkeep
We design, install and maintain engaging playground spaces for primary and junior schools that support safe, active and imaginative play.
- Play equipment for climbing, balancing and active play
- Quiet zones and seating areas
- Safe surfacing including rubber mulch, wet pour and artificial grass
- Playground markings for games, trails and learning activities
- Routine playground upkeep and repairs
- Regular equipment inspections and maintenance checks
- Outdoor learning
-
Outdoor learning & biodiversity
We design and maintain outdoor spaces that encourage learning, wellbeing and environmental awareness, including:
- Wildlife gardens
- Bug hotels
- Nature areas
- Edible gardens & vegetable beds
- Sensory planting schemes
- Tree planting projects
These spaces help pupils engage with nature while enhancing the school environment.
- Seasonal care
-
Seasonal Care
We help schools cope with the challenges every season brings with proactive maintenance.
Autumn & Winter: Leaf clearance, hedge and shrub pruning, gritting and snow clearance, tree safety checks, drainage attention and playground surface inspections
Spring & Summer: Rapid grass growth control, sports pitch preparation, planting displays, weed management and outdoor area presentation for events and open days.
Request your free school grounds care quote, call 01628 629720
Frequently Asked Questions
Answer to all your questions about our school grounds care.
Our team visit on a regular basis to carry out general maintenance tasks of mowing, strimming, sports pitch maintenance and line marking, hedge trimming, clearing, planting, weeding and tidying.
Request a free consultation and quote
If you are looking for a reliable school grounds maintenance contractor, we would be happy to help.
We’ll discuss your requirements, visit the site if needed, and provide a clear no-obligation quotation tailored to your school.
