schoolgrounds

noun
UK /ˈskuːl.ɡraʊndz/
US /ˈskuːl.ɡraʊndz/

The outside area around a school where kids play and do things.

The children ran onto the schoolgrounds as soon as the bell rang.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The land and buildings that belong to a school.

Visitors must stay within the schoolgrounds during the event.

3. The area used for sports and outdoor games at a school.

The football match was held on the schoolgrounds.

4. The property boundary of a school.

Bikes are not allowed beyond the schoolgrounds.