Adviser for Optimus Education
Supporting schools to prioritise wellbeing and strengthen partnerships
Clare Williams is a dedicated adviser for Optimus Education, specialising in the Wellbeing Award for Schools (WAS) and the Leading Parent Partnership Award (LPPA). Clare works closely with schools to develop action plans, refine policy and practice, and embed wellbeing at the heart of their ethos. She also supports schools in strengthening relationships with parents and carers, helping them to build lasting, meaningful partnerships that enhance the school community.
About Optimus Education
Optimus Education is a leading provider of educational consultancy, professional development, and school improvement support across the UK. Their focus is on helping schools achieve excellence, enhance wellbeing, and strengthen leadership, teaching, and community partnerships. Through their award programmes, Optimus Education recognises and celebrates schools that demonstrate outstanding commitment to wellbeing and parental engagement.
Clare’s Role as an Adviser
As an adviser, Clare guides schools through the award process, offering tailored support to:
- Develop and implement strategic action plans.
- Review and enhance school policy and practice.
- Embed wellbeing as a central part of the school culture.
- Strengthen parent and community partnerships.
Clare’s expertise ensures that schools not only meet the criteria for awards but also create sustainable, long-term improvements in wellbeing and engagement.
The Award Process
Wellbeing Award for Schools (WAS):
The WAS supports schools to embed a whole-school approach to wellbeing. The process involves reviewing current practice, identifying areas for development, implementing strategies to improve wellbeing, and submitting evidence for assessment. Schools achieving the award receive recognition for placing wellbeing at the centre of their ethos.
Leading Parent Partnership Award (LPPA):
The LPPA helps schools develop strong, effective relationships with parents and carers. Schools work through a structured framework, evaluate current practices, implement improvements, and demonstrate the impact of strengthened partnerships. Awarded schools are celebrated for their exemplary approach to parent engagement.
Working with Clare
With Clare’s guidance, schools gain practical, actionable advice and support that ensures the award process is not just a target, but a catalyst for lasting positive change. Her collaborative approach helps schools foster wellbeing and community engagement that benefits staff, students, and families alike.
Explore how your school can develop its wellbeing provision and parent partnerships while working towards nationally recognised awards.