SmartGrass is designed to withstand harsh weather, the heaviest foot traffic or high-impact sports without becoming damaged. Even with constant use, a quick sweep with a stiff broom and it’s back to perfect turf again.
SmartGrass for Schools
Artificial Grass for High Schools
From sports fields to shared courtyards, SmartGrass delivers durability that keeps pace with student life. Purpose-built for the demands of New Zealand secondary schools.
200+ projects completed for schools, preschools and universities, including:
Artificial Grass Designed for High School Environments
Ordinary grass and low-quality artificial turf share many of the same drawbacks. Under heavy foot traffic and high-impact sport, both can wear down quickly, become slippery in wet weather, and look tired after a long summer of use.
Picture a high school where the grounds match the ambition of the students on them. Sports fields that stay in top condition through a full winter season. Outdoor spaces that are actually usable on a wet Tuesday. A surface that holds up to the intensity of competitive sport and still looks the part on open day.
SmartGrass gives high schools a surface that works as hard as the people on it, weather-proof, non-slip, and ready year-round regardless of what the season brings. Spaces that were once written off as too muddy, too worn, or too difficult to maintain become genuinely useful parts of school life.
Key Benefits of SmartGrass for Primary Schools
Cleaner
No dirt, mud or bark
brought inside. No
ruined clothing.
Safer
It’s non-slip and
installed with a soft-fall
underlay which
protects from slips and
falls.
Weather-proof
SmartGrass can be
used all year round,
rain or shine.
Cost-effective
It lasts longer than
alternatives like bark
or real grass & requires
less maintenance.
Beautify your school
SmartGrass enhances
the appearance of
outdoor areas, adding
vibrancy and colour
that kids love.
Durable, High-Performance Surfaces for High School Grounds
We know how important it is to have outdoor surfaces that you can rely on. Unfortunately, weather and constant activity can cause real issues for your grass, and harder surfaces can become a safety hazard during winter.
SmartGrass, on the other hand, is unaffected by weather or foot traffic, maintaining its freshly manicured look all year round.
We manufacture SmartGrass with fully recyclable and highly durable materials, and can install it over a soft-fall underlay to ensure that safety is improved, especially when laying turf over existing hard surfaces like concrete.
Our non-slip grass blades are tough enough to handle anything that high school life can throw at them, and all it takes is a sweep with a stiff brush on the most trampled spots, and you have a beautiful lawn, court, or field again.
Contact us to discuss your project or for some friendly advice on transforming your high school’s outdoor areas.
After
Before
“Our school is extremely happy with the SmartGrass, and the team who completed it were fantastic.”
John Becker
Hornby Primary School
See Why Schools Trust SmartGrass
Empowering Burnside High School
‘Our students, the community, our extracurricular sports, all get super value out of this, SmartGrass were magnificent to deal with. I’d recommend any school should look at SmartGrass for artificial turf”
St Peter’s School – Multisport Court Brings School and Community Together
At St Peter’s School Te Kura Haoika, a neglected space was transformed into a vibrant multisport court!
The old, broken asphalt and concrete in the middle of the school was replaced with a SmartGrass multisport court, bringing excitement and activity to the area, not just for the school, but for the local community as well.
Wairakei School – from mud to marvellous
‘We were so happy with the transformation of Wairakei School’s outdoor space from a muddy mess into a vibrant, versatile area that the students absolutely adore.’
Another Fantastic School Transformation with SmartGrass – St Joseph’s
A once lifeless quad at the heart of a busy classroom zone was completely transformed.
Dull, hard asphalt, with faded defined play areas and sports courts, has given way to a vibrant and engaging environment thanks to a custom SmartGrass quad featuring our Active 12 artificial turf and the school’s custom produced logo.
Outdoor Spaces Designed for Sport, Learning, and Recreation
We don’t just replace existing grass; we can transform any existing surface, such as concrete, pavers, timber decking, or indoors, for a unique touch of nature or active area. Imagine a study area carpeted with lush artificial grass! We also have a range of turfs to choose from, including thick field options like Match 60 and high-performance sports pitches like Active 12, all backed up by a 10 year warranty.
Some of the best learning happens outside the classroom and your outdoor spaces should make that easier, not harder. With SmartGrass, wet weather and worn grounds stop being a reason to stay inside, giving students a safe, consistent surface for outdoor lessons, activities, and break times whatever the forecast.
Our landscaping and recreational grasses also open up spaces that might otherwise go to waste such as sensory areas, outdoor classrooms, and landscaped grounds that become somewhere students genuinely want to be.
Artificial Grass Solutions for School Landscapes, Sports Fields, and Playgrounds
We’ve developed premium turfs so that you can pick and choose which areas get which SmartGrass variety, from our most realistic and high-draining Oasis 35 to our multi-sport high-performer Active 12, or the perfect playground surface Woodland 35. Contact the team for advice on which turf will suit your project. Big ideas start here!
Landscaping Grass
A popular maintenance buster for muddy solution for covering damaged asphalt, or a quick playground overhaul.
Popular Landscaping Products:
Sports Turf
Suitable for all kinds of sports. Ask us about our Multisport court design service and get the most out of your space.
Popular Sports Turf Products:
Playground Grass
Stronger than latex backed artificial grass, vibrant and soft while being hard wearing and resilient.
Popular playground Grass Products:
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Artificial Turf for Every Learning Environment
The surfaces students are on matter. Now students of all ages can make use of SmartGrass, whether it’s a preschool play area or a high school rugby pitch; you can rely on the durability and safety of your surface.
SmartGrass is the ideal surface for preschools. It can keep up with the fun and excitement of play time, while staying a soft, non-slip, waterproof surface to keep kids safe in any weather.
Primary school kids need a surface to keep up with all the running, jumping, and games they participate in throughout the year. SmartGrass not only keeps up with these demands, but it stays looking great through it all.
High School often brings around high-impact sports, and if your natural grass can’t keep up, it quickly becomes unsafe and unsightly. SmartGrass provides a consistent, durable surface that supports everything from everyday PE to competitive sports, making it the smart choice for lawns and sports fields.
Visit a Showroom Today
With showrooms in Auckland, Christchurch, and Wellington, we service education providers and project managers right across New Zealand, so stop in for a chat about your next exciting project!
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What’s the next step?
1
Get in touch with us by calling, emailing or through the form below.
2
We come and measure your lawn, answer your questions, and leave you with samples
3
We email you a project assessment & proposal to transform your lawn, with finance options. You decide if SmartGrass is right for you.
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SmartGrass carries out the full installation of your new lawn – usually taking a couple of days
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Congratulations – You’ll never worry about your lawn again!
Common Questions
Can artificial grass be used for multi-purpose school areas?
We have designed turf specifically suited for multi-purpose courts or spaces, letting you have outdoor activities, PE classes, and assemblies easily, and thanks to its durable construction, you won’t need to worry about how SmartGrass will stand up to constantly changing use.
How much maintenance does artificial grass require in a high school environment?
Compared to grass, SmartGrass requires almost no maintenance at all. As SmartGrass doesn’t create mud or bare spots, you won’t need to worry about dealing with repair, simply brushing high use spots with a stiff broom is all it takes.
Does SmartGrass have experience installing turf for schools?
We’ve worked with hundreds of education providers across New Zealand, from preschools to universities, creating grassed playgrounds, sports fields, multi-purpose courts, and outdoor learning spaces.
Whether you have a project in mind or want to know what options are possible for your school, please contact our team for a chat.