Education

Where learning thrives

We manage the daily operations that keep campuses safe, resilient and ready for learning. Across schools, TAFEs and universities, we maintain learning and living spaces to consistently high standards so students and staff can thrive.
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What we offer

A dedicated partner to Australian education

With over 25 years’ experience, ISS is a long-term steward of the Australian education sector. We know that a campus is a high-pressure environment with shifting needs. Our teams are more than a service workforce; they are an integrated part of the campus community, dedicated to protecting the safety and wellbeing of students and staff.

By self-delivering our core services, we provide a single point of accountability. This ensures faster response times for urgent repairs, consistently prepared facilities, and student accommodation that feels like a home away from home for tertiary students.
how we deliver

On-campus expertise in action

Our teams work directly on site, providing the insight and presence needed to anticipate issues early and support a consistently positive learning environment.

Rapid incident response: Onsite supervisors use real‑time digital reporting to maintain safe, well‑functioning campuses and respond to emerging needs as they arise.
 
Asset longevity: Planned, preventative maintenance helps protect campus infrastructure, extend asset life and support sustainable capital planning.

High-traffic hygiene: Specialised cleaning protocols keep libraries, study hubs and amenities maintained during peak exam or event periods.

Timetable-aligned delivery: Cleaning and maintenance activities are coordinated to support the smooth day‑to‑day operation of education environments.
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Safe spaces that inspire learning

We maintain environments that support calm, focused learning and uphold strict duty-of-care expectations.

Science-led hygiene: Through our Pure Space™ methodology, we focus on high-touch surfaces including desks and shared technology, using ATP testing to verify hygiene levels.

Safeguarding and compliance: Every ISS employee on campus completes mandatory Working with Children Checks (WWCC) and education-specific safety inductions. Our staff are trained to be a discreet, reliable and protective presence.

Residential excellence: In tertiary settings, we manage comprehensive housekeeping and maintenance for student accommodation, ensuring secure spaces that support both study and wellbeing.
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Delivering results that count

Our direct-delivery model guarantees consistent, high-quality standards across the largest and most complex education portfolios. Our education clients typically renew for three consecutive terms, reflecting the trust we build on site.

1,500+

Schools supported in VIC, NSW & SA
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TAFEs and universities managed nationally

4,600

Placemakers delivering high-quality service
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Reactive task completion in agreed timeframes

Transparent campus governance

We provide full visibility of operational performance so campus leaders can make data-driven decisions.

Service verification: Custom dashboards provide immediate data on cleaning performance and completed service zones.

Compliance tracking: Continuous monitoring of health, safety and environmental standards.

ESG reporting: Monthly insights into water usage, chemical reductions and waste-diversion performance.
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Sustainable and inclusive campus solutions

We help education providers progress their environmental, social and governance priorities through everyday operations that are thoughtfully designed and responsibly delivered.
 

Environmental performance: Green cleaning practices, including microfibre systems and GEC-A-certified products, enhance indoor air quality and reduce environmental impact.

Social value: We prioritise local hiring, support First Nations employment and partner with suppliers who reflect the diverse communities we serve.

 
Global recognition: ISS is ranked in the top 1% of companies worldwide for corporate social responsibility as independently assessed by EcoVadis.
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