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
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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
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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
Find answers to all your questions about our school grounds care service.
We provide complete school grounds maintenance services tailored to educational settings. This includes grass cutting, hedge trimming, shrub pruning, weeding, litter picking, leaf clearance, sports pitch maintenance, line marking, planting, tree care and seasonal tidy-ups. We can also support playgrounds, hard surfaces and wider site improvements.
Yes. We offer flexible school grounds maintenance contracts to suit the needs of nurseries, primary schools, secondary schools, colleges and academies. Services can be scheduled weekly, fortnightly, monthly or to a bespoke programme based on your site and budget.
All operatives working on school sites are thoroughly DBS checked and selected for their professionalism, reliability and suitability for working in educational environments. We understand safeguarding is essential and always work with care and consideration.
We are fully insured and experienced in working on school and education sites.
We hold £10,000,000 employers liability insurance and £5,000,000 public liabilities insurance.
Our team understands the standards required when working on school premises and carry out our services responsibly and safely.
We provide sports pitch and playing field maintenance for schools, including grass cutting, aeration, line marking, turf care and seasonal upkeep. Our aim is to keep outdoor sports areas safe, presentable and ready for use throughout the year.
We can work during both term time and school holidays. Routine maintenance is often carried out during term time with careful scheduling, while larger improvement works or more disruptive tasks can be completed during holiday periods.
We plan our work carefully around the needs of each school. This may include working outside busy times, avoiding key access routes during drop-off and collection periods, and scheduling noisier tasks at suitable times. Our team always works considerately to minimise disruption to pupils and staff.
Yes. We design and maintain outdoor learning spaces that encourage exploration, wellbeing and environmental awareness. This can include wildlife gardens, bug hotels, sensory planting, edible gardens, ponds and nature-friendly areas for pupils to enjoy.
Yes. We provide hedge cutting, shrub pruning and tree care services for schools. This includes routine maintenance, planting, tree surveys and recommended safety works to help keep your grounds tidy, healthy and safe.
We work with schools across Maidenhead, Marlow, Beaconsfield and the wider Thames Valley. If you are unsure whether we cover your location, please contact us and we will be happy to help.
Costs depend on the size of your site, the services required, visit frequency and any specialist works involved. We provide tailored quotations so you only pay for the support your school needs.
Please speak to our friendly team who’d be happy to provide more details.
Call: 01628 629720
Email: ask@tvlandscapes.co.uk
Simply contact our team using the enquiry form on this page or call us directly. We will discuss your requirements, arrange a site visit if needed, and provide a free consultation and no-obligation quote.
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.
