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DAILY MILE TRACK INSTALLATION FOR SCHOOLS

Create a clear route for regular outdoor activity. We design and install artificial grass Daily Mile tracks around school fields and playgrounds, with custom layouts, colours and markings to suit your space.

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Groundworks & Installation

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A SCHOOL RUNNING ROUTE THAT FITS YOUR GROUNDS

A dedicated artificial grass track gives pupils a defined route for running, walking or wheeling, while keeping other parts of the school grounds available for play. We plan the route, prepare the base and install the grass and agreed markings.

Whether you are upgrading a worn field perimeter or planning a compact playground circuit, start with the pupils, the space and the surface beneath it. We can also discuss supply-only options where you already have a contractor.

REAL TRACKS, BUILT AROUND REAL SCHOOLS

Two completed projects showing how a running route can work alongside the rest of the school grounds.

Artificial grass Daily Mile track around the field at Fulwood Primary School

Fulwood Primary School

380-metre field-perimeter route

A bespoke route following the shape of the school field, with school branding colours and the central grassed area retained for other activities.

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Blue artificial grass route around the football pitch at Moss Side Primary School

Moss Side Primary School

Blue pitch-side track & green play areas

A surface-only project replacing worn pitch-side surfacing and adding green turf in busy playground transition areas. A useful example of coordinating a route with adjoining play space.

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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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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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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 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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PLAN THE ROUTE AROUND YOUR SCHOOL

Choose a route that staff can supervise and pupils can join without crossing busy play areas or entrances. We assess the available space, corners, gradients, access points and the activities that need to continue alongside the track.

A perimeter route can keep the middle of a field available for games. Smaller sites may suit a compact circuit or connected path. Width and passing space should reflect group sizes and the pupils who will use it.

Discuss Your Track Layout
Astroturf Pitch Installed in Cheshire

GET THE BASE AND DRAINAGE RIGHT

The turf is only one part of the installation. We assess existing levels, ground conditions and where water can drain before specifying excavation, a supporting base or an overlay onto a suitable existing surface.

A porous grass surface cannot correct a failing or waterlogged base by itself. The quote sets out the preparation, edges, joins and drainage work needed for your route, with school access and installation dates agreed in advance.

For routes near play equipment, discuss any separate impact-attenuating surfacing requirements as part of the specification.

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Daily Mile Track Installation in Moss Side

ADD COLOURS AND MARKINGS WITH A PURPOSE

Use contrasting colours, direction arrows, start and finish points or distance markers to make the route easy to follow. School colours and simple activity graphics can be incorporated into the agreed turf layout.

Keep the running route clear and choose any extra markings around how staff will use the space. A roadway role-play area is a different project; our dedicated roadway service covers roads, crossings and junctions.

Explore roadway play tracks or coloured artificial grass.

Discuss Colours & Markings

WHAT IS THE DAILY MILE — AND DO YOU NEED A NEW TRACK?

The Daily Mile is an activity initiative built around 15 minutes of movement. Pupils can run, walk or wheel, and a circuit can be much shorter than one mile because it is used for repeated laps.

A new track is optional. A school may already have a suitable route. A dedicated artificial grass installation can be useful where you want to improve worn ground, define a route or make better use of a field perimeter.

The activity is additional to normal PE provision. For participation guidance, visit The Daily Mile Foundation’s FAQs. For a wider grounds project, explore our school and nursery surfacing services.


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THREE THINGS TO PLAN BEFORE YOUR SURVEY

A few details help us propose a track that fits the school’s daily routine.

Route & group size

Tell us how many pupils will use the route together and how they will join, pass and leave it. Width, corners and supervision points need to work together.

Access & other activities

Include wheelchair access, thresholds, gates, deliveries and the games or lessons that still need to use the surrounding space.

Ground & maintenance

Share photos of the existing surface and any wet or worn areas. Discuss drainage, edge details and the care your team can provide throughout the year.

DAILY MILE TRACK COSTS & QUOTATION

Use these guide prices for early planning. A track is quoted from its length and width, the existing ground, access and the agreed installation specification. A price per linear metre cannot be compared with a price per square metre without knowing the width.

OptionSize / basisScope to confirmGuide price
Supply-only track sections4 × 12 m sections or an agreed layoutTurf, inlaid lines, included fitting materials and delivery. Confirm the width used for the linear-metre price.£45–£75 per linear metre; confirm specification and width
Installation exampleUp to 100m²Base preparation, track fitting and edging; site conditions and drainage affect the final scope.£3,000–£7,000, depending on layout and ground conditions
Underlay, where specifiedPer m² of underlayProduct and thickness matched to the intended system. Any fall-protection requirement needs appropriate supporting test information.£18–£38 per m²; confirm the required system
Bespoke layout or markingsAgreed designCurves, school colours, logos, distance markers or activity graphics.Quoted to specification

Your written quote should confirm excavation and disposal, the base and drainage work, turf and markings, edging, delivery and installation responsibilities. Confirm the VAT-inclusive total, exclusions and proposed dates before ordering.

For a fuller explanation of the cost factors, read our Daily Mile track cost guide.

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TRACK DETAILS FROM FULWOOD & MOSS SIDE

WATCH THE FULWOOD DAILY MILE TRACK

See how the finished 380-metre route follows the field perimeter, leaving the middle available for other school activities.

Read the Fulwood track case study

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CHOOSE THE HELP YOU NEED

Start with advice, ask for supply-only materials or arrange the complete installation.

Design & quotation

Share photos, approximate dimensions and your priorities. We discuss the route, assess the site and set out the proposed specification and cost.

Request a Survey

Supply-only sections

For schools with a suitable contractor or installation team. We agree the dimensions, markings, materials and delivery, with responsibility for groundwork and fitting made clear.

Ask About Supply Only

Groundworks & installation

For a complete project from preparation to finished turf. We agree access, the school programme, handover information and when the route can be brought into use.

Get an Installation Quote

MORE ABOUT OUR SCHOOL TRACK PROJECTS

DAILY MILE TRACK INSTALLERS WORKING UK-WIDE

Based in the North West, we work with schools, nurseries and community sites across the UK. Share your postcode, approximate route dimensions and preferred dates so we can discuss the survey and installation arrangements.

Planning more than a running route? Our schools and nurseries page brings together playgrounds, roadway play tracks and other outdoor surfacing options.

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DAILY MILE TRACK INSTALLATION FAQS

No. The activity is based on time, and pupils can use repeated laps of a shorter route. We plan the circuit around the school grounds and can discuss distance markers if they help staff run activities. The Daily Mile Foundation explains how smaller spaces can be used.

No. A dedicated installation is optional. Schools may already have a suitable route; new surfacing can help where the existing area is worn, muddy or difficult to use regularly. Start by assessing what you have and what needs improving.

There is no single width that suits every site. Group size, passing space, pupils’ access requirements, bends and the surrounding activities all matter. We agree the dimensions during the survey and design stage rather than fitting every school to one layout.

Yes, subject to a site assessment. A perimeter route can retain the central field for other activities, as shown in the Fulwood project. Ground conditions, drainage, roots, levels and access determine the work required.

Sometimes. The existing surface must be suitable for the proposed system, with appropriate levels, condition and drainage. We check whether an overlay is practical or whether removal and further preparation are needed.

The build-up depends on its intended use and location. A running route is not automatically a play-equipment fall zone. If the project includes such a zone, any required impact-attenuating system must be specified and supported by relevant test information for the equipment and installation. Explore shock pads and safety surfacing.

The guide above includes installation examples of £3,000–£7,000 for areas up to 100m², depending on the layout and ground conditions. Longer routes and more complex groundwork are quoted individually. Send the route length, width, postcode and photos so we can give you a useful estimate.

Do not assume so. In England, the premium cannot fund expenditure meeting the Department for Education’s definition of capital expenditure, which specifically lists active mile tracks among its examples. Your budget holder should check the current funding guidance and any other scheme’s eligibility before committing to work. We can provide a project quote for your planning.

We can discuss supply-only track sections and markings as well as full installation. Confirm dimensions, the layout, included materials, delivery and responsibility for the base, drainage and fitting before ordering.

We can discuss holiday dates and other suitable windows, subject to availability and the work required. Access, safeguarding requirements, deliveries and separating the work area from pupils are agreed before installation.

Clear leaves and debris, brush and clean as recommended for the selected turf, and check joins, edges and drainage. Heavy use or recurring moss, damage or standing water may require professional attention. Staff should also check conditions before sessions. We also provide professional cleaning and repairs.

The installation is designed for outdoor use, but conditions still affect access. Frost, ice, contamination, standing water or hot surfaces may make a session unsuitable. Follow the product care guidance and the school’s normal checks rather than assuming unrestricted use in all weather.

Wear depends on the chosen turf, traffic levels, installation and maintenance. Confirm the product and workmanship guarantee terms in your quote, including their conditions and exclusions. Routine checks and prompt attention to damaged edges or joins help keep the route in service.

LET’S PLAN YOUR SCHOOL’S DAILY MILE TRACK

Tell us the school name, postcode, approximate route length and width, and whether the existing surface is grass, tarmac or something else. Include the pupil groups who will use it and your preferred installation dates.

If you have photos, a rough plan or a budget in mind, share those with your enquiry. Photos can be emailed to sales@asgoodasgrass.co.uk. Let us know whether you want supply only or full installation.