Ponteland School

Ponteland School

Ponteland High School logo

The Ponteland School & Leisure Centre is an impressive project that combines a new 420-pupil primary school, a 1,600-pupil high school and a state-of-the-art leisure centre, all housed within a single multi-purpose building. 

The leisure centre includes a six-lane, 25-meter swimming pool, trainer pool and aqua play area. There is a soft play area, Clip‘N’Climb facility, sports bar and the 100-station gym. The leisure centre also offers dedicated spaces for fitness classes, including a spinning studio and dance studios.

Brief

As the building neared completion in 2020, Kier Group appointed Cklip to deliver builders’ and sparkle cleans, and external window and grounds cleaning to this extensive project which took place during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Analysis: Site Visit

It was determined that the cleaning works would be completed in several phases to accommodate the construction activities and ensure minimal disruption to the ongoing work on site.

In this case Kier drafted a cleaning specification in-house, outlining a comprehensive scope of works with precise cleaning requirements, while we were requested to provide the necessary equipment, including operation and maintenance of Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs) and Scissor lifts.

Ponteland School swimming pool

Implementation: Works Carried Out

While following a comprehensive weekly schedule, the Cklip team communicated closely with the site managers throughout the works to ensure seamless coordination with other trades still involved in the construction process.

The Builders’ Clean encompassed a wide range of cleaning activities, including the cleaning of internal and high-level glazing, sills and frames, and external window cleaning using the ionic Reach & Wash system to ensure a streak-free and crystal-clear finish.

The Sparkle Clean extended to walls, flooring, fixtures and fittings, ensuring that every aspect of the premises was attended to. Where deep cleaning of floors was required, we utilised scrubber-dryer machines to restore them to their original condition.

In addition to the interior cleaning, our team also carried out extensive exterior cleaning using jet washing techniques, involving the removal of dirt, grime and other residues from external surfaces, including walls, walkways and other areas. 

Review: Hand Over

Based on experience and our long-term professional relationship, Kier entrusted us with cleaning the entire building project to the highest standards. They had confidence in our ability to deliver exceptional results within the specified timeframe, allowing them to proceed with the handover to the client without any concerns.

If you would like to discuss your specific requirements or arrange a free site visit, please don’t hesitate to contact us.