This free printable tidy up routine for children is a simple step by step visual guide that helps kids learn how to clean up, organise their space, and follow instructions. It breaks “tidy up time” into clear actions such as listening, looking around, picking up toys, clearing surfaces, putting items away, and checking the room at the end. This visual routine chart supports early years development, independence, and everyday life skills. It is especially helpful for children who struggle with listening, staying on task, or following instructions, including those with ADHD, ASD, or additional needs. The clear visuals and simple language support structure, routine, and understanding.
This printable PDF can be used as a tidy up chart, clean up poster, or behaviour support tool at home, in school classrooms, nurseries, and childcare settings. It helps improve cooperation, reduce mess, and support positive behaviour by giving children clear expectations and routines. Parents, nursery, preschool and kindergarten teachers, teaching assistants, early years staff, social workers, and carers can use this resource to build organisation skills, responsibility, and independence. It is ideal for daily routines, transitions, and encouraging children to take part in shared tasks and keep their environment clean and organised.
