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ARTIFICIAL GRASS FOR SCHOOLS & NURSERIES

Make more of your outdoor space for play, learning and daily activity. We design and install artificial grass for schools and nurseries across the UK, with the surface and groundwork planned around your site.

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OUTDOOR SPACES FOR PLAY, LEARNING & DAILY ACTIVITY

From a nursery play corner to a whole-school activity space, the right surface starts with how pupils will use it. We help schools choose artificial grass for outdoor learning, playgrounds, running routes and marked play areas.

Our work covers site assessment, ground preparation and installation, with practical aftercare at handover. We consider pupil ages, play equipment, drainage, access and budget before recommending a specification. Explore real school projects below, then tell us about your own space.

 
 
 
 
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Reiss sorted my garden out big time! very professional and the end result looks amazing, the work was down quickly with great attention to detail and it was exactly I was hoping for! couldn’t recommend more 10/10
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Service from survey to installation was second to none and words cannot describe how pleased we are with the final result. Full marks to Reese and the lads for a high quality installation and for being punctual, polite and for tyding up afterwards. Would have no hesitation in recommending the company, 100%. Thank you
  
 
  
 
 
 
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The lads turned up got on with it and had the grass looking good as new… would recommend👌🏻
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Ian came to the house to do a quick survey and discuss the project.  We agreed on a price quicky and easily.  His team were here for one full day then a few hours the next day for a 4mx5m area of grass, some groundwork and moving some flags to form a shed base (which was all including in the very acceptable price!).  Very impressed with their work ethic and efficiency.  Did a neat, professional job and cleaned up after themselves, even putting my gardening tools back in the shed after moving it. Would highly recommend for anyone.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Superb service, tricky size and shape lawn and can't notice any of the joins Highly recommended, great work Ian.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Ian and the team were fantastic. Gave me a competitive quote and advice on a waterlogged area where we wanted Artificial grass and a soak away was also put in. Quote to implementation within 3 weeks which was impressive in a busy period of time. Would recommend to anyone looking to install fake/artificial grass.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Couldn’t be happier with the service we received! Ian and crew were fantastic from start to finish, with no issues and really quick turn around time!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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From the initial enquiry to the finished product, rest assured this is a professional company.  Ian and his team got on with the job, were neat and tidy throughout the whole process of relaying our old lawn with artificial grass.  We were kept informed at every stage.  All were polite and friendly, all at a very reasonable cost.  I would not have any hesitation in  recommending "As Good As Grass" .
  
 
  
 
 
 
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I've had my artificial grass since 2007 and it was looking rather sad full of moss and weeds.  I booked the cleaning service and was amazed at the result, my lawn looks like new.  Reiss and Ethan did a fantastic job they worked very hard. It was unbelievable to see the amount of stuff that came out of the grass, it looks fantastic.   I would recommend this service and the two lads 100%.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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I used this company to install some artificial grass on the balcony of my flat in Salford Quays. It was very easy to arrange and the fitters did a great job. Tidy, efficient and friendly and a good price. Highly recommended
  
 
  
 
 
 
   
 
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Finished artificial grass installation providing a safe outdoor space at a school in Didsbury

DESIGNED AROUND YOUR PUPILS AND YOUR SPACE

A nursery garden, a busy primary playground and a quiet outdoor classroom have different needs. We look at the activities, foot traffic, furniture and routes through the space before discussing grass samples and layout.

Tell us about wheelchair or pushchair access, doorway thresholds and any sensory or additional needs you want the design to support. Existing levels, drainage and the base also need checking before installation.

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SPECIFY THE SURFACE AROUND THE PLAY EQUIPMENT

Where a play area needs impact-attenuating surfacing, the complete installed system matters: grass, any shock pad and the supporting layers. Its tested performance must suit the equipment’s free height of fall and the required impact area.

Ask for the relevant BS EN 1177 test documentation for the proposed system. Grass pile height alone does not establish fall protection. We discuss the equipment and surface requirements before agreeing the build-up.

Explore playground shock pads and safety surfacing for more detail.

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Artificial grass installation in progress at Nordon Primary School, showing secure groundwork around playground climbing frames

PLAN INSTALLATION AROUND THE SCHOOL DAY

Access, deliveries and separating the work area from pupils all need planning. Share your preferred term-time or holiday dates and any safeguarding or contractor requirements so we can agree a workable programme.

We assess the existing ground and agree any removal, base corrections and drainage work in the quote. At handover, we explain care and inspection requirements and confirm when the area can be brought into use.

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REAL SCHOOL PROJECTS, DIFFERENT WAYS TO USE THE SPACE

See the brief, groundwork and finished result behind each project.

Aerial view of the completed artificial grass area at a school in Didsbury

Didsbury school grounds

400m² of artificial grass

A previously overgrown area brought back into use, with corrections to the prepared base and careful fitting around trees and fixed features.

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Completed artificial grass areas around play equipment at Norden Primary School

Norden Primary School

150m² around play equipment

New grass fitted around climbing equipment at the Rochdale school, following adjustments to low spots in the existing base.

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Roadway markings and artificial grass at Rosa Street Primary School

Rosa Street Primary School

120m² roadway play area

A sloping area in Durham transformed with excavation, a new sub-base and a roadway layout featuring crossings, junctions and parking bays.

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FIND THE RIGHT SURFACE FOR YOUR SCHOOL

Choose a service to explore the options for that part of your site.

Playgrounds & nursery areas

For everyday play, outdoor learning and smaller early-years spaces. We plan the surface around the activities, equipment and care requirements.

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Daily Mile tracks

A dedicated route for walking, jogging and daily activity. Explore track layout, width, groundwork and colour options for your school field.

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Roadway play tracks

Marked roads, crossings and junctions create a setting for imaginative play and road-awareness activities. Layouts are planned to fit your space.

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Sports & activity areas

For school games and multi-use activity spaces. The intended sports and level of use guide the surface, markings, base and maintenance specification.

Explore sports surfacing

Coloured grass & markings

Define activity zones, add shapes or incorporate school colours. Discuss the layout and how the selected products suit the planned use.

Explore coloured grass

Shock pads & safety surfacing

Where impact attenuation is required, choose a complete tested system suited to the play equipment and installation conditions.

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SCHOOL ARTIFICIAL GRASS: BUDGET & QUOTATION

These starting examples can help with early planning. Your final price depends on the area, access, ground conditions, drainage and the specified grass, markings and any impact-attenuating layers.

ApplicationExample SizeStarting Price
Playground Surfacing100m²From £4,500
Nursery Outdoor Area50m²From £2,500
Multi-Sports Pitch200m²From £9,000

Ask for a written quote confirming removal and preparation, base and drainage work, the chosen grass and any underlay, edges, markings and handover information. Confirm the VAT-inclusive total and any exclusions before commissioning the work.

The examples above do not define a particular safety-system specification. Where fall protection is needed, the required build-up and supporting test documentation must form part of the project discussion.

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SEE THE FINISHED SCHOOL SPACES

TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT THE NORDEN PLAYGROUND

View the completed 150m² installation around play equipment at Norden Primary School in Rochdale. The project included corrections to the base before the grass was fitted.

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FROM YOUR FIRST ENQUIRY TO HANDOVER

A clear plan for the space, the work and the school day.

Survey the space

Tell us your priorities, pupil age groups and how the space will be used. We assess dimensions, existing ground, access, drainage and any play equipment.

Agree the specification

Review the proposed surface, build-up, layout, price and programme. Confirm any required testing or inspection arrangements and obtain your school’s internal approval.

Install & hand over

We agree site access and separation of the work area, complete the specified installation and explain care, inspections and when the area can be used.

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EXPLORE THE FULL SCHOOL PROJECT STORIES

SCHOOL & NURSERY INSTALLATIONS ACROSS THE UK

Based in the North West, we work with schools and nurseries across the UK. The projects on this page include Greater Manchester, Lancashire and County Durham, with different layouts and groundwork requirements at each site.

Send your postcode, approximate area and preferred dates so we can discuss survey arrangements, access and the likely programme. Explore the areas we cover.

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SCHOOL & NURSERY ARTIFICIAL GRASS FAQS

It can suit outdoor learning, play and activity areas when the product and installation are chosen for the intended use. Pupil ages, play equipment, existing ground, drainage and maintenance all affect the specification. We assess the space before recommending a solution.

No single build-up suits every school area. Where impact-attenuating surfacing is required, the complete system must provide the relevant performance for the equipment’s free height of fall and impact area. A grass pile height or pad thickness alone is not proof of compliance. Read about shock pads and safety surfacing.

Discuss the relevant BS EN 1176 equipment and surfacing requirements and request BS EN 1177 test information for the proposed surfacing system where impact attenuation is needed. Confirm the installation conditions, inspection arrangements and maintenance instructions. RoSPA’s play-area surfacing guidance explains the role of test documentation and appropriate surfacing.

Start with how the area will be used: floor play, wheeled toys, outdoor lessons or equipment. Compare samples for feel, durability and cleaning requirements, then consider access routes and thresholds. Where fall protection is needed, assess the complete system rather than choosing by softness alone.

Sometimes, but the existing surface needs assessing for condition, levels, drainage and compatibility with the proposed system. Retaining an old surface does not automatically preserve a previous fall-height rating. We explain whether preparation, removal or a new base is needed.

The example starting prices above are £4,500 for a 100m² playground area, £2,500 for a 50m² nursery area and £9,000 for a 200m² multi-sports area. They are planning examples, with the final scope and VAT-inclusive total confirmed in your quote. Groundwork, access, drainage and any required safety layers affect the price.

Eligibility depends on the funding scheme and the school’s circumstances. Your budget holder should check the current rules before commissioning work. In England, the PE and sport premium cannot fund expenditure that meets the guidance’s definition of capital expenditure; its examples include MUGAs and active mile tracks. Check the current Department for Education guidance. A project quote can support your internal planning, but funding is not guaranteed.

We can discuss holiday dates and other suitable installation windows. Availability and duration depend on the scope, site conditions and agreed programme. Tell us about access, deliveries, safeguarding requirements and any need to separate work from occupied areas before booking.

Artificial grass still needs routine care: clear debris, clean spills appropriately, brush as specified and check joins, edges and drainage. Play areas also need inspections appropriate to their equipment and surfacing. Follow the supplied maintenance instructions and ask about professional cleaning and repairs where needed.

Conditions still matter. Artificial grass can become hot in direct sun, while frost, ice, algae or contamination can affect grip. Staff should check the surface and manage access according to the school’s procedures and the product guidance. No outdoor surface should be assumed suitable for unrestricted use in every weather condition.

We can discuss the school’s requirements for routes, thresholds, circulation space, quieter areas and visual zoning. Share accessibility and sensory priorities early so they inform the layout and surface selection. Suitability depends on the complete design and its use, rather than the grass product alone.

Service life depends on the product, intensity of use, installation and ongoing care. Ask for the specific product and workmanship guarantee terms in your quote, including conditions and exclusions. A nursery corner and a heavily used whole-school route can have very different wear patterns.

PLAN YOUR SCHOOL OR NURSERY PROJECT

Tell us your school name, postcode, approximate area and what you want pupils to do in the space. Include the existing surface, any play equipment and your preferred installation dates.

Photos or drawings help us understand the site. Email them alongside your enquiry to sales@asgoodasgrass.co.uk, and let us know any access requirements or budget priorities.