As summer days begin to wane, a familiar buzz starts to fill the air: back-to-school season! For daycares and schools in Lubbock, this isn’t just about new supplies and excited students; it’s also about ensuring a clean, healthy, and welcoming environment for everyone. A thorough cleaning before the doors swing open is paramount for preventing the spread of germs and setting a positive tone for the academic year.
At Circle A Janitorial, we understand the unique cleaning challenges faced by educational facilities. We’ve put together a comprehensive checklist to help daycares and schools prepare for a spotless start.
The Importance of a Deep Clean Before School Starts
A pre-school year deep clean goes beyond daily tidying. It’s about:
- Germ Elimination: Reducing the build-up of bacteria and viruses that can accumulate over the summer break.
- Allergen Control: Minimizing dust, pollen, and other allergens that can affect students and staff.
- First Impressions: A clean, organized space creates a positive, safe, and productive learning environment.
- Preventative Maintenance: Identifying and addressing minor issues before they become bigger problems.
Your Back-to-School Cleaning Checklist:
Classrooms & Learning Spaces:
- Dust Everything: High and low! This includes shelves, window sills, light fixtures, desks, chairs, whiteboards/chalkboards, and any display units. Don’t forget ceiling fans.
- Wipe Down All Surfaces: Disinfect desks, chairs, tables, door handles, light switches, and shared learning tools. Use a broad-spectrum disinfectant.
- Floor Care:
- Carpets: Deep vacuum thoroughly, and consider professional carpet cleaning to remove embedded dirt, stains, and allergens.
- Hard Floors: Sweep, mop, and then consider a professional scrub and wax for VCT tiles, or polish for other hard surfaces to restore shine and protect against wear.
- Windows & Blinds: Clean windows inside and out for maximum natural light. Dust or wipe down blinds.
- Empty and Sanitize Bins: Ensure all trash cans are emptied, cleaned, and disinfected.
Restrooms:
- Deep Clean & Disinfect All Fixtures: Toilets, urinals, sinks, countertops, and changing tables (in daycares). Pay extra attention to grout lines.
- Restock Supplies: Ensure soap, paper towels, and toilet paper dispensers are full and functional.
- Floor to Ceiling Clean: Mop and disinfect floors, wipe down walls, doors, and partitions.
- Check for Repairs: Report any leaky faucets, running toilets, or broken fixtures.
Common Areas & Hallways:
- Sweep, Mop, or Vacuum: Hallways, lobbies, stairwells, and offices.
- Clean and Disinfect High-Touch Surfaces: Door handles, push plates, handrails, elevator buttons, water fountains, and reception counters.
- Dust & Wipe Seating Areas: Benches, chairs, and tables in common areas.
- Clean Entrances: Ensure entryways are clean, welcoming, and free of debris. Clean entrance mats thoroughly.
Kitchens & Cafeterias (if applicable):
- Deep Clean Appliances: Microwaves, refrigerators, and any other kitchen equipment.
- Sanitize Countertops & Sinks: Ensure all food prep surfaces are impeccably clean and disinfected.
- Sweep & Mop Floors: Address any grease or food spills thoroughly.
Why Choose Professional Janitorial Services?
Tackling a comprehensive back-to-school clean is a massive undertaking, especially for busy school administrators and daycare directors. Partnering with a professional janitorial service like Circle A Janitorial ensures:
- Expertise: Our trained teams use the right equipment, techniques, and EPA-approved cleaning products.
- Efficiency: We can complete deep cleaning tasks quickly and effectively, minimizing disruption.
- Consistency: You get a reliably high standard of clean every time.
- Focus: Allows your staff to focus on education and student preparation, not cleaning.
Let Circle A Janitorial help you create a pristine and healthy environment for your students and staff this back-to-school season. We’re committed to delivering the highest standards of cleanliness for Lubbock’s educational community.
Ready for a sparkling start to the school year? Contact Circle A Janitorial today for a customized cleaning plan for your daycare or school!