Students miss approximately 22 million school days annually in the U.S. due to the common cold alone. Even more days are missed due to the flu and chronic illnesses. Missed school days have a much larger impact than many realize; it equates to students falling behind, teachers struggling to help them catch up, and parents needing to take off work or arrange child care. Although not every germ can be eliminated, we can dramatically reduce their spread, and it starts with what many schools overlook: their cleaning protocols.
Find out how regular cleaning and well-maintained classrooms can help support a cleaner environment and lead to less illness spread and fewer absences.
Clean Classrooms Can Help Improve Student Attendance
Studies show that clean classrooms can have a direct impact on students’ wellbeing and their attendance.
A study of elementary schools showed that increased cleaning and disinfection lowered student absences by 14%.
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The Link Between Clean Classrooms and Reduced Absences
Cold viruses can survive on surfaces for up to 24 hours, and research shows that students touch their faces an average of 23 times per hour. Meaning every desk, doorknob, and water fountain becomes a potential transmission point.
Students aren’t the only ones dealing with illnesses; it spreads to teachers, paras, and other educational institution staff members as well, leading to staff absences and a greater need for substitutes.
Approximately 75% of school absences are due to illness, and because the cold virus can survive on surfaces all day and students’ behavior allows germs to spread easily, classroom cleanliness can directly affect student attendance.
A study published in the Journal of Exposure Science & Environmental Epidemiology examined 34 schools and found that enhanced janitorial protocols led to significantly lower levels of germs on classroom surfaces and reduced student absences due to illness.
Types of Schools That Benefit From Regular Commercial Cleaning Protocols
It’s not just public schools that deal with illness leading to student absenteeism. All kinds of private schools and other education facilities are also affected, including:
- Academies
- Private Schools
- Preschools
- Religious Schools
- Performing Arts Schools
- Language Immersion Schools
- Special Needs Schools
- Nature-Based Schools
- Montessori Schools
- Waldorf Schools
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Key Areas That Need Regular Cleaning
- Classrooms
- Main office and staff offices
- Staff breakrooms
- Lunchrooms and cafeterias
- Gymnasiums
- Common areas
- Stairwells, hallways and walkways
- Entryways, vestibules and lobbies
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Professional Cleaning Services That Keep Schools Clean
High-Touch Surface Disinfecting
High-touch surfaces, like desks, door handles, and water fountains, are breeding grounds for germs and bacteria. Regularly disinfecting these areas not only promotes a cleaner environment for students and staff that can also help reduce the spread of illness within the school.
Dusting and Surface Cleaning
Regular dusting and surface cleaning help create a cleaner learning environment by removing allergens and dust particles that can accumulate over time. Our thorough cleaning helps eliminate dust, allergens, and other pollutants, ensuring that students and staff breathe cleaner air.
Restroom Cleaning
Maintaining clean restroom facilities is necessary for student hygiene and comfort. Our comprehensive school cleaning protocols ensure that all surfaces are sanitized, restocked with necessary supplies, and odor-free to create a welcoming environment for everyone.
Floor and Carpet Maintenance
Proper floor cleaning isn’t just about removing dust and debris; it directly impacts air quality. We clean floors daily and weekly to keep flooring surfaces clean and reduce air pollutants like dust and allergens.
We also offer specialized cleaning services that include deep cleaning carpets and polishing hard floors, which not only enhances the appearance but also prolongs the life of the flooring materials.
Trash Removal and Recycling
Routine trash and recycling removal are essential for maintaining a tidy learning environment. Our professional cleaning teams ensure that waste is disposed of properly and recyclables are sorted correctly.
These are just some of the professional school cleaning services that ROC Commercial Cleaning performs that keep classrooms, education, and daycare facilities clean.
For a full breakdown of our services, check here: School Cleaning Services
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Germs don’t take days off, so your cleaning shouldn’t either. Schools and daycares across the Minneapolis – St. Paul metro area hire us to keep classrooms and common areas clean and implement daily disinfecting of desks and high-touch surfaces. Clean surfaces mean fewer germs, and fewer germs means less potential for illness to spread, which can help improve student attendance.
Our cleaning services help maintain a consistently clean and well-kept school environment. While studies suggest cleanliness may support improved student attendance, we do not guarantee specific outcomes and are not liable for attendance results or related impacts.
At ROC Commercial Cleaning, we’ve been the trusted janitorial provider in the Twin Cities for nearly 30 years. We proudly maintain schools, daycares, and academies in pristine condition so that these facilities can prioritize the education and care that students receive and teachers provide.
Reach out to our team today to learn more about how we can support your organization and schedule a free estimate on enhanced cleaning services for your school.
Sources:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35379911/
https://bmcpediatr.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1471-2431-12-52
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