School Custodial Summer Cleaning Checklist

The “school custodial summer cleaning checklist” is a detailed list to ensure all areas of the school are thoroughly cleaned and maintained during the summer break.

  • Classrooms
  • Dust and wipe down all surfaces
  • Clean and disinfect desks and chairs
  • Vacuum carpets and area rugs
  • Wash and sanitize windows
  • Wipe clean light fixtures
  • Empty and sanitize trash bins
  • Deep clean whiteboards and chalkboards
  • Clean and reorganize storage areas
  • Hallways
  • Sweep and mop floors
  • Clean and shine floor tiles
  • Dust and wipe down handrails
  • Clean and sanitize drinking fountains
  • Clean windows and doors
  • Polish any metal surfaces
  • Remove cobwebs from ceilings and corners
  • Restrooms
  • Scrub and disinfect toilets and urinals
  • Clean and sanitize sinks and faucets
  • Wash and disinfect walls and stalls
  • Refill soap dispensers and paper towel holders
  • Polish mirrors
  • Empty and sanitize trash cans
  • Clean and sanitize floors and grout
  • Wipe down light switches and door handles
  • Cafeteria
  • Clean and sanitize tables and chairs
  • Sweep and mop floors
  • Clean kitchen appliances inside and out
  • Empty and sanitize trash bins
  • Wipe down serving lines and counters
  • Clean windows and doors
  • Restock cleaning supplies
  • Gymnasium
  • Sweep and mop floors
  • Clean gym equipment
  • Wipe down bleachers
  • Dust all surfaces
  • Clean mirrors
  • Sanitize sports mats and padding
  • Empty trash bins