School Garden Design
School Garden Design in Cheshire, Manchester & Wilmslow
Transforming School Grounds into Living Classrooms
Create an outdoor space where curiosity flourishes and learning feels natural. Skylark Garden Design works with primary and secondary schools across Cheshire, Wilmslow, and Manchester to design bespoke gardens that enrich education, nurture wellbeing, and connect pupils with the living world.
Since 2018, Skylark has helped schools develop meaningful, engaging environments shaped by ecology, creativity, and practical teaching needs.
Why Choose Skylark Garden Design?
Every design is led by Tom Saunders, who brings a unique blend of horticultural expertise and educational insight to your project.
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Expert Credentials: Trained at the British Academy of Garden Design.
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Award-Winning Standards: Experience working on award-winning show gardens with the RHS and BBC Gardeners’ World.
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Education-First Approach: With a background in education, Tom ensures that every garden directly supports how children explore, play, and learn.
What we design for schools;
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Educational Garden Design
Spaces that support STEM learning, environmental awareness and hands-on exploration.
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Sensory Garden Design
Calming, multi-sensory environments with texture, scent and gentle movement to support wellbeing and inclusion.
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Outdoor Learning Space Design Areas designed to accommodate lessons, group activities and flexible teaching styles.
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Wildlife Garden Planning
Habitats that encourage biodiversity, from pollinator-friendly borders to mini-meadows and safe pond zones.
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Primary and Secondary School Garden Projects
Age-appropriate layouts that help pupils connect with nature, discover plant care and understand seasonal change.
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A Collaborative, Safe and Practical Approach
Every design begins with a detailed consultation to understand the site, safeguarding needs and access requirements. We work alongside teachers, leadership teams and pupils where appropriate, shaping spaces that feel owned and valued by the whole school community. All planting and materials are chosen with durability, safety and long-term management in mind.
Get in touch...
Find out how we can help by filling in this form and telling us all about your school, college or community group.
07791 039357
