GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ TITLE ATTEMPT

GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ TITLE ATTEMPT:
Germ Busting Washathon

UK schools across the land, wash your hands!

On 15th October this year, the world will mark Global Handwashing Day and to celebrate it, Germ's Journey are aiming to secure the record: Largest hand hygiene lesson (multiple venues). For this title attempt, we are tying to get the largest number of primary school children taking part in an online handwashing lesson at the same time.

Thank you for taking part in the World Record attempt: Germ Busting Washathon: UK schools across the land - wash your hands! Please complete the form below to input your school’s world record information. Please note, the details you enter will only be used for the purposes of the world record, and will not be shared. By completing this form you agree to this.

Email address*

Name of school that participated in the event*

How many children took part in the record attempt on 15th October 2024*

Do you think, after this world record attempt, the children’s understanding and awareness of hand-hygiene has improved?*

yes

Do you think, after this world record attempt, understanding the actions for effective handwashing will improve children's hand-hygiene?*

yes

Do you think, after this world record attempt, there could be a decrease in illness rates at the school through improved handwashing?*

yes

Did you find the world record campaign and Germ’s Journey resources useful to support learning?*

yes

Any other comments:*

Guidance for schools

Germ's Journey Largest Hand Hygiene Lesson 3

For Parents

Did your child take part in the record attempt for the largest online handwashing lesson on Global Handwashing Day, organised by Germ's Journey? This historic event united schools across the UK on October 15th to teach youngsters the importance of handwashing as one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of infections and diseases. Now, you can celebrate their participation with an official Guinness World Records Certificate of Participation (https://gwrstore.com/pages/germs-journey-handwashing-lesson )—a keepsake that symbolises your family’s commitment to health and hygiene.

To celebrate this amazing occasion use code KIDS8GERMS and receive a 40% discount (valid until November 15th only).

Official Guinness World Records Certificate of Participation