Education
We empower secondary schools, colleges, and universities to unlock their potential through our innovative approach to creating energy-efficient environments for students and staff.
Building environments that enable success
The quality of the learning environment is incredibly important for both educators and students to succeed, and a stellar student experience is essential to not only attract students but retain them, too.
From facilities being clean and tidy to everyone knowing they’re safe to the infrastructure working reliably and healthy meals fuelling students and staff every day, we’ve got decades of experience to help your school, college or university be at its very best, every single day.
Using space optimally and effectively
Making best use of the space available can be a challenge for education establishments. We use best practices from around the globe to design spaces that encourage learning and enhance the student and educator experience – while getting the most out of the available floor space.
We don’t just focus on the indoors. The quality of your outdoor spaces is equally important in creating an environment designed for success. We create green, outdoor spaces that help students relax, socialise and play, while also improving the biodiversity of the local community.
Services
Reliable and dependable services to help students and educators be their best
OCS exists to help make people and places the best they can be through market-leading facilities services that deliver outcomes that matter.
Hard services
Our hard services teams keep your facilities running through both regular maintenance and on-the-spot repairs to help maximise the lifetime value of your assets.
Cleaning
Regular cleaning, scheduled around your operations, helps keep your stores and facilities looking their best, around the clock.
Waste and recycling
As a global company, we have initiatives and best practices to help inform waste reduction strategies, helping you reduce your environmental impact.
Carbon and energy management
We help you navigate your path to net zero with a clear, measurable roadmap that begins with identifying ways to reduce your emissions.
OCS customer stories
Discover how we’re helping education facilities be the best they can be.
Taking a stand on ESG
OCS is in a position to make a tangible difference to people and the planet.
Our global business in numbers
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€2bn+
Organic growth and targeted acquisition
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125yrs
Combined years of industry experience
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8000+
Customers spanning multiple sectors
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120000+
Incredible colleagues across the globe
Connect with your OCS team
We’re ready to deliver the best experiences, productivity, practices, resilience and outcomes and we look forward to connecting with you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Essential services include building maintenance, janitorial services, security, landscaping, waste management, and ensuring safe and comfortable facilities conducive to learning and teaching.
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Services can be tailored based on the institution’s size, specific facility requirements, academic schedules, and safety protocols to ensure an optimally functioning and safe learning environment.
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We schedule maintenance and upgrades during non-school hours, holidays, or breaks to minimise disruption to classes and educational activities while ensuring safety and functionality.
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We implement comprehensive security measures, conduct regular safety inspections, install surveillance systems, and ensure urgent response protocols are in place to safeguard the campus community.
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Absolutely. We support institutions in implementing energy-efficient systems, waste reduction strategies, recycling programs, and maintaining eco-friendly facilities in line with sustainability goals and educational objectives.
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Certainly. We have case studies illustrating successful facility upgrades, improved infrastructure, enhanced safety measures, and positive student experiences resulting from effective facilities management initiatives within educational settings. Please get in touch – we’d love to share them with you.
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We closely monitor health and safety regulations, conduct regular audits, provide staff training on safety protocols, and maintain compliance with local and national standards to ensure a safe environment for all.