A clean school is not a luxury. It is a baseline requirement for student health, staff morale, and the kind of learning environment that families trust when they walk through the front door.

JC Cleaning Service provides dedicated janitorial services for K-12 schools and charter school networks across all five NYC boroughs. We are MBE-certified, fully compliant with New York State’s Green Cleaning Law, and every team member passes a thorough background check before setting foot in your building.

What Makes School Cleaning Different

High-contact, high-volume spaces — Classrooms see 25 to 30 students for six or more hours a day. Standard office cleaning protocols are not sufficient.

Cafeterias and food service areas — School cafeterias require food-safe cleaning agents, daily deep cleaning of tables and chairs, and sanitation protocols for food prep surfaces.

Gymnasium floors and locker rooms — Gymnasium floors require specific products and techniques. Using the wrong cleaner can damage the surface.

Restrooms with heavy student use — Proper restroom maintenance requires multiple cleanings per day in high-traffic schools.

Compliance with the Green Cleaning Law — New York State Education Law §409-i requires public schools and charter schools to use environmentally preferred cleaning products. JC Cleaning Service uses green-certified, EPA-approved products across all school accounts.

Our School Cleaning Services

Classroom Cleaning

• Desk and chair surface disinfection
• Floor vacuuming and mopping
• Trash removal and liner replacement
• Whiteboard and tack board cleaning
• Window ledge and sill dusting

Cafeteria and Kitchen Cleaning

• Table and bench disinfection after each meal period
• Food prep surface sanitation
• Floor mopping and degreasing
• Trash and recycling removal
• Drain maintenance

Gymnasium and Athletic Spaces

• Floor cleaning using gymnasium-appropriate products
• Bleacher and seating area cleaning
• Equipment surface wipe-down
• Locker room disinfection and odor control

Restroom Cleaning and Disinfection

• Toilet and urinal disinfection
• Sink and faucet cleaning
• Mirror and fixture polishing
• Restroom supply restocking
• Floor disinfection

Deep Cleaning and Seasonal Services

• End-of-year deep cleaning
• Summer cleaning programs
• Pre-opening preparation
• Flu season disinfection protocols

Charter School Networks: Why MBE Certification Matters

Charter school networks — including organizations like Success Academy, KIPP NYC, Democracy Prep, and Uncommon Schools — operate under procurement guidelines that prioritize diversity, accountability, and compliance.

JC Cleaning Service holds MBE certification. That means when you hire us, you are checking a compliance box that matters for your funding, your board, and your community.

Background-Checked Staff: Non-Negotiable When Children Are Present

Every person on our cleaning crew undergoes a thorough background check before their first assignment. We do not place unvetted staff in schools — ever.

This standard comes directly from our parent company, JC Protection LLC, a security firm founded by a retired NYPD Lieutenant. In law enforcement, background screening is not a formality. It is a fundamental risk management practice.

Scheduling Around the School Day

JC Cleaning Service works around your schedule, not against it. We serve schools throughout:

• Manhattan (Harlem, Washington Heights, the Upper East Side, the Lower East Side)
• Brooklyn (Flatbush, Crown Heights, Bushwick, Bay Ridge)
• Queens (Jamaica, Flushing, Astoria, Long Island City)
• the Bronx (Mott Haven, Morris Heights, Fordham)
• Staten Island

Request a Free School Cleaning Assessment

Contact JC Cleaning Service to schedule your free school cleaning assessment today.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you comply with New York State’s Green Cleaning Law?

Yes. We use environmentally preferred cleaning products that comply with Education Law §409-i. We can provide product data sheets and certifications upon request.

Are your employees background-checked?

Yes. Every cleaning staff member passes a thorough background check before their first assignment at any school account.

Can you service multiple school buildings under one contract?

Yes. We can manage multi-site contracts for charter management organizations and private school networks.

Do you offer summer deep cleaning programs?

Yes. Summer is the ideal time for floor stripping and waxing, deep carpet cleaning, cafeteria degreasing, and other intensive services.

Are you MBE-certified?

Yes. JC Cleaning Service is a certified Minority Business Enterprise.

JC Cleaning Service provides school janitorial services in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.