It’s ‘back to school’ season like never before. For most pupils up and down the country, this is the first time they have set foot in a school building for six months. Although a welcome return to normality, with COVID-19 still in general circulation, schools need to do their utmost to boost hygiene levels and keep germs at bay.

Encouraging handwashing from a young age is one of the most effective ways to prevent infection and improve health and wellbeing. That’s why we developed our award-winning Jangronauts range. Perfect for primary schools, pre-schools, and nurseries, the range features four handwashing heroes and fun messaging on a range of washroom dispenser units, helping children to learn the importance of hand hygiene in an engaging and interactive manner.

There is a choice of two soap dispensers available to loan at no cost[1], including the popular Jangronauts BK039 TFX. Touch-free, this dispenser automatically releases soap when hands are placed below it, further increasing hygiene levels.

The Jangronauts website also offers many free downloadable resources, including posters, handwashing certificates, colouring sheets, games, stickers, and more! We have also developed a teachers’ pack, which offers handwashing ideas to support the National Curriculum for EYFS, KS1, and KS2.

As well as promoting healthy handwashing habits, teachers and teaching assistants may also find themselves responsible for cleaning, particularly when it comes to surface hygiene. To prevent the spread of COVID-19, a quick wipe down alone simply won’t cut it. Surfaces, especially high touch points, need to be cleaned with a virucidal or disinfectant solution in order to eliminate germs. Chemicals in the classroom must be used carefully, however. Our training software, the Jangro Learning Management Solution (LMS), can help staff clean responsibly, providing support and guidance on how to do so effectively and safely.

For more information visit www.jangronauts.co.uk, www.jangrolms.net, or call 01204 795 955.

[1] Free to loan dispensers when soap refills are purchased. Subject to availability. T’s & C’s apply.