Academy Makes Educated Switch to North Shore

An academy in northern England has recently adopted a new washroom and cleaning solution from North Shore, a response to the growing need for cost control, hygiene compliance, and environmental standards across the UK education sector.

This transition was spearheaded by Hillside Contracts, the academy's outsourced housekeeping provider, which manages a range of contract cleaning supplies across the campus. The move comes amid growing pressure for educational institutions to meet strict health and cleanliness standards while demonstrating value for money.

North Shore, developed by Northwood Hygiene Products, is now being implemented across the academy’s facilities. The changeover included installation of new dispensers as well as a tailored product supply strategy that addresses high-traffic needs, hygiene goals, and sustainability targets.

Motivations for Change

The academy previously used various non-unified cleaning systems through a mix of vendors, creating inefficiencies in procurement, usage tracking, and environmental impact. The transition to North Shore aims to centralize these functions by implementing a smarter, data-driven system for managing janitorial supplies and bulk cleaning chemicals on a day-to-day basis.

Key Goals Included:

• Streamlining ordering and inventory management
• Reducing unnecessary product wastage
• Improving compliance with hygiene protocols
• Aligning with sustainability objectives

Benefits Observed So Far

Since the switch, Hillside Contracts has reported greater visibility over supply levels and usage patterns. This has helped them better support their role in outsourced housekeeping services while easing the administrative burden on staff. Additionally, the North Shore systems use high-capacity dispensers and controlled dosing, which contributes to cost-effectiveness and sustainable cleaning solutions.

The academy’s facilities staff also noted increased satisfaction with both product performance and ongoing support after the change. As a result, the North Shore range is expected to be extended to other departments within the school.

The Wider Landscape of Commercial Cleaning Solutions

While solutions from other providers still serve many educational institutions, a growing number of facilities managers are turning to integrated cleaning systems that offer centralized supply management and reduce environmental impact. With rising interest in environmentally responsible products and efficient hospitality cleaning services, providers must adapt to evolving industry requirements.

Duraclean, for example, supports schools, hotels, and service contractors by offering a full-service commercial cleaning solution built to accommodate large-scale needs. With tech-driven ordering systems, client-dedicated stock holding, and tailored support for high-footfall environments, Duraclean ensures businesses can efficiently manage their janitorial and hygiene procurement pipelines.

Whether managing public facilities, school campuses, or hospitality venues, keeping washrooms and shared spaces clean is more than a visual concern—it’s a matter of public health. As such, investment in reliable, high-volume contract cleaning supplies and bulk product strategies is a trend expected to continue across the cleaning and facilities management sector.

Looking to streamline your cleaning supply procurement? Contact Duraclean today to learn how we support hospitality and contract cleaning businesses across the UK.