Links to teaching resources for Early Years and Keystages 1 and 2 are included The new school year is upon us once again. And there’s...
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Soap and water hand washing is “better than hand sanitiser!” says guidance
The Worcestershire Hand Washing Strategy is full of engaging ideas for primary schools Keeping hands clean and being able to wash effectively is...
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Advice, resources and poster from Global Handwashing Day A very important event occurred last weekend as the Global Handwashing Day message was...
MoreTeach and remind about hand washing in early care and education says CDC
Reinforce message with posters and reminders Hand washing with soap and water is described as “One of the most important steps to keep staff...
MoreChildrens’ hand washing must be supervised says Access to Farms
Guidance for farms and visitor attractions as they plan for safe events Access To Farms (ATF) “brings together agricultural organisations...
MoreCall for kids to be taught hand washing to limit unseasonal illness spread
Surge in “winter sickness bug” causes concern With children about to return to school – and having already done so in Scotland...
MorePoor hand hygiene in portable classrooms an issue for parents
Lack of running water preventing essential handwashing A parent has voiced a widely held concern that temporary classrooms do not contain proper...
MoreRHS encourages kids to get into school and nursery gardens
Sustainability and environmental focus for children The RHS has launched a campaign to “support to develop a sustainable garden for young...
MoreKids need soap and water not gels when their hands are dirty. Here’s why…
Hands must be clean for sanitiser to be effective There are “significant differences” between hand sanitiser and good old soap and...
MoreHoney Pot Nurseries focus on hand washing and water conservation
Clean hands for indoor and outdoor activities with KiddiSynk Children at the family run chain of Honey Pot Nurseries in South Liverpool spend a...
MoreHand washing recommended for kids after sand pit play
“Bacteria pose health risk” A sand pit – or sandbox – is one of the favourite places for young children to play...
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