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Schools, Colleges & Universities Pest Control

Discreet, professional pest control tailored to the unique demands of schools, colleges, nurseries & universites. Protect your students, reputation and day-to-day operations.

BPCA + NPTA

Accredited

Award-Winning

Pest Control

Local Experts in

Herefordshire & Worcestershire

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BPCA Accredited Pest Protection For SchoolsColleges, Nurseries & Universities

Zero risk, maximum results: Free site audit for new commercial clients

PGM Pest Control provides award-winning pest control services for schools, colleges, universities, academies, nurseries and educational facilities across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our discreet, professional service helps protect pupils, staff and visitors while supporting high standards of hygiene, health and safety, and regulatory compliance.

From primary schools and academy trusts to university campuses and independent schools, we deliver tailored pest management solutions with minimal disruption to teaching and day-to-day operations.

Our qualified technicians are BPCA and NPTA accredited, hold RSPH Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications, and use an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach to prevent pest problems before they occur. Through routine inspections, monitoring, proofing advice and targeted treatments, we help educational settings reduce risk, protect their reputation and maintain safe, healthy learning environments all year round.

Emergency Pest Response for Educational Sites

Pest problems can't wait. Our local team provides fast, discreet support to minimise disruption and keep your site safe.

Same-day Attendance 

Emergency call-outs across Herefordshire & Worcestershire

Out-of-hours support

Available when you need us, discreet 24/7

Protecting staff & students

Fast action to prevent pest-related risks

Real-time Reporting & follow-up

Full documentation & ongoing support

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EMERGENCY PEST RESPONSE

Key Pest Risks for Educational Facilities

Rodents

Rodents

Attracted by food, waste and shelter, rodents pose serious hygiene and property risks.

Wasps and hornets

Wasps & Hornets

A seasonal threat around playgrounds, entrances and outdoor learning spaces.

Ants

Ants

Frequently found in kitchens, classrooms and food preparation areas during warmer months.

Cockroaches

Cockroaches

A high-risk hygiene pest commonly associated with commercial kitchens and food storage.

Flies

Flies

Attracted to waste bins, kitchens and dining areas, particularly during warmer weather.

Birds

Birds

Pigeons and other pest birds often roost on school roofs, canopies and external ledges

Common Pest Challenges in Schools

Pests are frequently found in educational settings because of the abundance of food available. Rodents like rats and mice are drawn to these food sources and seek refuge from the cold. Additionally, cockroaches are commonly found in school kitchens and any indoor spaces where food is prepared. Teaching children the significance of hygiene pest control can be challenging, as they often drop food and litter in places that attract pests. This makes proactive pest management essential for schools.

Supporting Ofsted, Health & Safety & Regulatory Compliance

A proactive pest management programme does more than deal with infestations—it helps educational establishments demonstrate a commitment to maintaining safe, hygienic and well-managed premises. At PGM Pest Control, we work with schools, colleges, academies, nurseries and universities across Herefordshire and Worcestershire to reduce pest risks, protect buildings and support compliance through preventative Integrated Pest Management (IPM).

Safe Learning Environments

Pests can pose risks to health, food hygiene, property and wellbeing. Our preventative approach helps maintain clean, safe learning environments where pupils, staff and visitors can focus on education with confidence.

Why Pest Control Matters for Educational Establishments

Reputation & Trust

Pest sightings can quickly damage trust with parents, staff and inspectors.

Safeguarding & Hygiene

Prevention helps maintain safe, hygienic learning and dining environments.

Compliance & Accountability

BPCA-accredited pest control supports health & safety duties and inspections.

Continuity of Learning

Proactive control reduces disruption to teaching and school operations.

Compliance & Best Practice in Educational Facilities

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to support safe, preventative site management

Food Safety & HACCP compliance in school kitchens and catering areas

Health & Safety and Environmental Health standards across the site

Safeguarding support through hygienic, well-managed environments

Audit-ready due diligence documentation for Ofsted, MATs and inspections

Digital Reporting & Recommentations

Integrated Pest Management

A smart, sustainable approach for educational facilities

Inspect.

1. Inspect

Detect.

2. Detect

Protect.

3. Protect

A single pest sighting can lead to complaints from parents, disruption to lessons, food hygiene concerns, damage to buildings and unnecessary costs. Our preventative pest management programmes are designed to reduce these risks through regular inspections, early detection and practical advice, helping schools stay one step ahead of pest problems.

IPM is an ongoing process. It protects your facility, your students, and the wider environment while reducing pest problems and unnecessary pesticide use.

1. Site Inspection

We carry out a detailed inspection of your school or campus to identify existing pest activity and potential risk areas across kitchens, classrooms, storage and external spaces.

2. Risk Assessment

We complete a formal risk assessment in line with health and safety legislation, identifying risks to hygiene, safeguarding and site operations.

3. Tailored Plan

We implement a documented Integrated Pest Management programme in accordance with BPCA best practice, focused on prevention, monitoring and control.

4. Monitoring

We provide discreet monitoring across school and campus sites, with digital reporting to give estates teams full visibility of pest activity.

5. Prevention

We deliver ongoing preventative control measures, reducing pest risks in high-use areas such as dining halls, bin stores, classrooms and roof spaces.

Fully Compliant, Real-Time
Audit Ready Pest Control

Educational sector encounter unique challenges

Qualified and accredited

Qualified & Accredited

Certified, trained technicians following UK regulations

COSHH and risk assessments

COSHH & Risk Management

COSHH documentation & RAMS provided

Regulated premises protection

Regulated Premises Protection

Schools, academy trusts and educational facilities

Fully insured up to 10 million pounds

Fully Insured

10M Public liability & indemnity insurance 

Clear audit trail

Clear Audit Trail

Detailed real-time reports & compliance documents

Why this protects your business
Reduces Legal Exposure
Safeguards Against Insurance Risk
Supports Health & Safety compliance
Minimises Reputational Damage
Ensures Defensible Due Diligence
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Real-Time Reporting & Client Portal

Smarter reporting. Faster response. Complete peace of mind.

Real-time reporting provides clear evidence of pest status, trends and actions taken. By combining technology with our award-winning service, we help clients maintain compliance, demonstrate due diligence and proactively manage pest risks across their premises.

Data driven pest management, real time reporting and client portal
Service reports & treatment records

Service reports & treatment records

Rodent Management Contracts for Schools, Colleges, Universities and Educational Facilities

Pest management programmes for schools, universities, and campus accommodation, designed to protect learning environments, ensure regulatory compliance, and safeguard institutional reputation.

12 Visit Programme

Monthly Service Plan

12 Visits per year

Regular inspections

Proofing advice

Inclusive call-outs

Compliance support

6 Visit Programme

Bi-Monthly Service Plan

6 Visits per year

Routine inspections

Proofing advice

Compliance support

Bespoke Solutions

Tailored Packages

Insect monitoring

EKF clean + proofing

Drone surveys

Pest consultancy

HACCP Compliant
Audit Ready Reports
Fast Call-Outs
BPCA Accredited
Pest Support

Educational Facilities We Serve Across Herefordshire & Worcestershire

Protecting your sector from pests throughout the HR & WR region

PGM pest contol support early years, primary, secondary, further education, higher education, academy trusts and associated educational facilities across Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Early Years & Primary Education

  • Nurseries

  • Pre-schools

  • Primary schools

  • Infant schools

  • Junior schools

  • Preparatory schools (prep schools)

Academy & Trust Structures

  • Single Academy Trust (SAT) schools

  • Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) schools

  • Federation schools

  • Sponsor-led academies

Secondary & Further Education

  • Secondary schools

  • High schools

  • Grammar schools

  • Sixth form colleges

  • Further education (FE) colleges

Student Accommodation & Associated Sites

  • School boarding houses

  • University halls of residence

  • Student accommodation blocks

  • Residential training centres

Higher Education

  • Universities

  • University campuses

  • Research facilities

  • Specialist academic buildings (labs, departments, student hubs)

Supporting Educational Buildings

  • School kitchens and catering facilities

  • Sports halls and leisure buildings on campus

  • Outdoor education centres

  • Music, arts and performance buildings

  • Maintenance and estates buildings

  • Staff accommodation

Independent & Specialist Education

  • Independent schools

  • Boarding schools

  • Special educational needs (SEN) schools

  • Alternative provision schools

  • Faith schools (primary and secondary)

Compliance Resources

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Protect Your Educational Facility from Pest Risks

Noticed signs of pest activity in your school, college or campus? PGM provides rapid, responsive pest control across Herefordshire and Worcestershire, with emergency attendance available within 2 hours. From rodents and insects to ongoing Integrated Pest Management (IPM), we quickly identify, control and prevent pest issues—helping you protect pupils, staff and visitors, maintain hygiene standards and keep your site operating without disruption.

 

Contact us today to schedule a site inspection and professional expert advice.

Local BPCA experts you can rely on

PGM provide professional pest control solutions for the educational sector throughout Herefordshire and Worcestershire, covering all HR and WR postcode areas.

Hereford

Worcester

Leominster

Bromsgrove

Malvern

Ross-on-Wye

Evesham

Kidderminster

Wychavon

Hay-on-Wye

Ledbury

Bromyard

Kington

Weobley

Pembridge

Credenhill

Redditch

Droitwich Spa

Pershore

Upton upon Severn

  • RSPH Level 2 & Level 3 Qualified Technicians

  • BPCA Accredited Membership

  • NPTA Registered Pest Professionals

  • CRRU Best Practice Compliance

  • Environment Agency Licensed Waste Carrier

  • Responsible Pest Management Practices

  • Local Trusted Pest Control Provider

Innovating Pest Control for a Safer Future

PGM & Son is a leader in commercial pest control, redefining the industry with safe, certified and fully accredited pest management services that protect businesses and champion sustainable environmental practices.

Pest Control FAQs
for Schools, Colleges, Universities & Nurseries

How quickly can you respond to pest issues in schools? We offer rapid response across Herefordshire and Worcestershire, with emergency attendance available for urgent pest issues in educational facilities.

Are treatments safe for pupils and staff? Yes. All treatments are carried out in line with BPCA best practice, using targeted, risk-assessed methods suitable for occupied educational environments.

Do you work around school hours and term times? Yes. Visits are scheduled to minimise disruption, including out-of-hours, inset days and school holiday periods where required.

What types of pests are common in schools and colleges? Common issues include rodents, wasps, ants, flies, cockroaches, birds and occasional wildlife such as squirrels in roof spaces.

Do you provide documentation for inspections and audits? Yes. We supply full digital reporting and service records to support safeguarding, health & safety compliance and inspection requirements.

Do you offer ongoing pest control contracts for schools? Yes. We provide tailored Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programmes for schools, academies and multi-site educational trusts.

Are schools legally required to have pest control? Schools are not legally required to hold a pest control contract, however they do have a legal duty under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the Prevention of Damage by Pests Act 1949 to maintain safe, hygienic premises. Where pest activity is present or risks are identified, schools are expected to take appropriate action to prevent exposure, contamination and disruption, particularly in food preparation and pupil areas.

How often should pest control visits take place? Frequency depends on site risk, but most schools benefit from planned preventative visits on a monthly or bi-monthly basis as part of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programme. High-risk areas such as kitchens, dining halls and bin stores should also be subject to regular internal checks by site staff. Additional visits are often scheduled during school holidays for inspections, proofing works and preventative treatment to minimise disruption during term time.

Safe, Pest-Free Learning Environments Start With Prevention

Stay vigilant. Act early. Protect your students.

Award-Winning
Pest Control

Recognised for excellence in pest management

BPCA + NPTA
Accredited

High standards you can trust and rely on.

5 Star Rated
on Google

Consistantly rated excellent by our customers.

Local Experts
Herefordshire &
Worcestershire

Proud to support local businesses with HR & WR postcodes.

Rated Excellent

Read what our clients say

As a local company, we respond faster and provide a personal service.

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Need Pest Control For Your School?

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Telephone - 01981 540088

Head Office

Kingsthorne, Herefordshire, HR2.

Registered in England no.13310027

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