School Waste Management: Removal & Disposal
Did you know? The UK education sector generates over 210,000 tonnes of waste every year. Whether you manage a school, university or other education centre, you can count on NRC to manage your waste efficiently and sustainably.


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Why us
School waste collections you can always rely on
With hundreds of pupils, teachers and support staff, education waste management has to be done properly. With over three decades of experience in school waste disposal, NRC is your go-to choice.
We are known for offering reliable, budget-friendly and sustainable school waste collections, always prioritising our clients and the environment.
Whether you’re looking for school waste bins, or run a university and need expert campus waste management solutions, NRC is the answer. With transparent pricing, no-nonsense communication and experience-backed knowledge, you can rely on us to do the heavy lifting.
Our Services
Our school waste disposal services
Reviews
Hear from some of our happy customers
The team
Meet the team

Paul has over 36 years of experience in the waste and recycling sector. Having spent this time working for the largest waste management companies in the UK and Europe at a senior level, he has developed in-depth knowledge of the UK waste and recycling sector.
The types of school waste we handle

Waste partners
Nationwide school waste management services
The types of waste schools produce can vary greatly. From classrooms and cafeterias, to offices and campus bedrooms – an effective school waste collection service is a must.
Some of the most common types of school waste include:
- Food waste
- Paper and cardboard
- Packaging waste
- General waste
- WEEE waste
- Sanitary waste
- Plastic and glass waste
- Confidential waste
- Internal recycling banks
We have everything we need to handle all these waste streams in an efficient and cost-effective way. Our collection and disposal options include:
- Scheduled pick-ups
- On-demand services
- Customised waste management plans
No matter how many schools you have, or where they’re located, you can trust NRC to streamline your education waste management.
Case Studies
Brands we work with
From small nurseries and primaries, to large colleges and universities – our school waste management has benefited them all. It’s your turn to streamline your school waste removals.

“NRC completed a full site audit and advised us on improvements we could make increasing recycling and reducing costs. They worked with our team to help everyone understand what we are trying to achieve. We have since invested in new equipment and the waste management process is much more efficient – and we now recycle over 90% of our waste. The NRC team are responsive and attend site whenever we need them.”
No matter how many schools you manage or where they are located, our nationwide operations means we can seamlessly handle it all.
We’ve teamed up with a network of hand-picked local waste companies, so you can rest assured you’re always in good hands with NRC.
We’re really good at what we do – count on us for reliable services and 5-star customer service.


No matter how many schools you manage or where they are located, our nationwide operations means we can seamlessly handle it all.
We’ve teamed up with a network of hand-picked local waste companies, so you can rest assured you’re always in good hands with NRC.
We’re really good at what we do – count on us for reliable services and 5-star customer service.

Waste contracts
Cost effective and reliable education waste removal and disposal
At NRC, we take pride in being your trusted partner for school waste collection. With a solid track record of 5-star services, we’ve become known for our reliability, efficiency and honesty.
We believe in complete transparency, especially when it comes to pricing. That’s why we offer fair and competitive rates and can tailor our services to fit your specific budget.
Your needs are always our priority, which is why we are fully dedicated to providing unmatched value for money for all your school waste removal needs.

Waste contracts
What happens to my collected school waste?
We’re committed to the environment, so when we handle your school’s waste, we will do everything we can to handle it sustainably. In fact, 99% of the waste we collect avoids landfill all together, with 43% being recycled and 56% being converted into green energy.
Plus, if you want to see exactly how your waste was managed, just hop onto our service portal for detailed reports. Everything you need is at your fingertips with NRC.
Get Started
Why choose NRC for your school waste management?
School waste management is all about good recycling practices. Each site is different in scale and the type of waste produced. At NRC we like to get into the detail. We will work with you, look at your waste production and advise the best internal and external process you need to maximise recycling on-site.
Get Started
Why choose NRC for your school waste management?
School waste management is all about good recycling practices. Each site is different in scale and the type of waste produced. At NRC we like to get into the detail. We will work with you, look at your waste production and advise the best internal and external process you need to maximise recycling on-site.
Our bins
School waste bins
Whether you’re clearing out a bunch of classrooms or just need to kit out your study spaces with some rubbish bins, we have everything you need at NRC.
Where we offer our school waste disposal services
We partner with independent waste and recycling companies that we’ve handpicked based on their expertise, values, and reliability, so wherever your site is in the UK, you can be assured that you’ll get 5-star quality service.
- Birmingham
- Blackburn
- Bournemouth
- Bradford
- Brighton
- Bristol
- Cambridge
- Cardiff
- Coventry
- Derby
- Doncaster
- Edinburgh
- Exeter
- Glasgow
- Hull
- Ipswich
- Leeds
- Leicester
- Liverpool
- London
- Luton
- Maidstone
- Manchester
- Middlesbrough
- Milton Keynes
- Newcastle
- Norwich
- Nottingham
- Peterborough
- Plymouth
- Portsmouth
- Preston
- Reading
- Sheffield
- Southampton
- Stoke on Trent
- Sussex
- Sunderland
- Telford
- Thanet
- Wakefield
- Warrington
- Watford
- Wolverhampton

FAQ’s
Frequently asked questions
The cost of school waste management depends on a number of factors, including:
- Where your school is located
- How many sites there are
- The waste collection schedule
- What equipment you need (if any)
For a free, detailed quote, get in touch with our team today
Book your school waste collections today!
Get in touch today for a free quote and expert advice on your school waste removals. We can even book in a free waste audit to make sure your school has the most streamlined commercial waste service available.

The other sectors we serve
Alongside our school waste removal services, we offer waste management to the following sectors:

From general waste office bins to leftover kitchen scraps, we’ve got you covered. Office waste is one of the easiest to remove and recycle, so you can trust us to make your office clean-up hassle-free and environmentally responsible.

If you’re juggling waste management for multiple properties, we’ve got the nationwide solution you need.

Facilities management spans various sectors and industries. Luckily, we have the necessary resources and equipment to effortlessly collect and dispose of all facilities’ waste.

Care homes produce large amounts of food, clinical, and general waste. That’s where NRC steps in, ensuring safe, efficient and reliable waste solutions.

For warehouses churning out recyclables like plastics, cardboard, and more, we’re your go-to for budget-friendly disposal.

Storage companies can rely on us for regular collection and disposal of mixed bulky waste, including furniture, machinery, pallets, plastic sheeting, metal, and more.

Be it packaging debris, spoiled products, or broken equipment, we’ve mastered the art of handling all types of logistics waste.

We offer wholesalers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to efficiently sort, and collect their waste, recycling as much as possible every time.

Do you have bulky waste from your charity efforts? We’re experts in offering affordable waste solutions tailored to your charitable needs.

Backed by over 30 years of experience, you can always rely on NRC for efficient, cost-effective and reliable airport waste collections.

From building to demolition, waste is unavoidable on a construction site. Choose NRC and you’ll enjoy a building waste management service that’s reliable, efficient and gives you great value for money.

If you manage a manufacturing plant, you’ll know that a natural by-product of the business is waste. With the UK producing over 40 million tonnes of industrial waste, factories have a responsibility for proper waste disposal. That’s where NRC comes in.