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Back-to-School Cleaning Essentials

Whether you’re getting a classroom ready for September or you just want to give your workplace a thorough clean heading into the Autumn months, a good range and stock of cleaning products keeps germs down and routines running smoothly.

Here’s a quick, practical checklist - each item is available from Caswells Group.

1) Hand hygiene that kids will use

• Antibacterial hand wash - pick bactericidal options for science rooms and food spaces.
• Foaming hand wash with dispenser - for non-drip hand hygiene.

Tip: Place pumps at child height and pair with a reminder poster about how to effectively wash their hands.

2) Surface wipes for high contact touch spots

• MediPal Disinfectant Wipes for desks, door handles, keyboards. They are alcohol free with broad-spectrum efficacy.
• Pal Clean & Protect wipes when you need tougher grime removal (art classrooms, maintenance). 
  
  

3) Spray sanitisers & multi-surface cleaners

• Jangro Antiviral Disinfectant - a go to spray for hard surfaces, multi-purpose and effective against enveloped viruses.
• Probiotic multi-surface cleaner for daily maintenance. The concentrated formula reduces plastic waste and helps with odours. Pair with a reusable trigger bottle.

4) Washroom restock (don’t run out mid-term!)

• Soaps, sanitisers, tissues and rolls. Keep a small buffer stock to avoid midweek shortages. Caswells Washroom category consolidates these staples for easy reordering.

5) Floors & windows that stay presentable

• Window Essentials - Window squeegees and sleeves to clear smudges and fingerprints - great for internal glass.
• Floor care – as well as weekly deep cleans the floors need a quick clean every day. As let’s be honest, they get a lot of wear!
  
  

6) Kitchen & food hygiene

• For food prep or breakfast clubs, a chlorine-based hypochlorite is useful for compliant sanitising of equipment and contact areas (use as directed and store safely).

Safety notes

• Always follow label instructions and store chemicals out of pupil reach.
• Use PPE (gloves/eye protection) where required and never mix cleaning agents.
• Keep COSHH info accessible for staff.