Clear Vision. Stronger Schools.
Strategic Recovery
Supporting small maintained schools and nurseries to regain stability, clarity and control.
When schools face financial pressure, governance complexity or structural uncertainty, decisions can quickly become overwhelming. Independent strategic perspective creates space to step back, see clearly and move forward with confidence.
The approach
My approach is grounded in two fundamentals: educational impact and financial sustainability.
Strategic clarity begins with concise analysis — grounding decisions in reality and identifying risk through evidence rather than speculation.
My work is guided by a structured approach that helps leaders step back from immediate pressures, see clearly, and move forward with confidence.
The VISION framework reflects how strategic recovery becomes manageable — breaking complexity into clear, practical steps that support strong governance, sustainable strategy and confident leadership.
This work is often right for settings where:
- Financial pressure is shaping strategic decisions
- Governance requires clearer focus and oversight
- Structural change or federation is being explored
- Leaders need independent perspective beyond local pressures
What working together can look like
Support may include:
- Strategic stability reviews
- Governance and financial clarity conversations
- Independent perspective during periods of change
- Chair and leadership mentoring
Working Together
Every setting is different. Initial conversations are simply a space to understand context and explore whether independent strategic support would be helpful.
Need an Independent Strategic Perspective?
When schools face complex decisions, an initial conversation can help create space to think clearly and explore next steps without pressure or expectation.
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I am so glad I found Mapleleaf Vision! Will has been super supportive and understood exactly what I needed to help me to redirect my focus. I now have fresh enthusiasm for what lies ahead.
~ Greg M (Career Coaching
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The new job is going amazingly. I was in such a dark place back then and now couldn’t be happier!! I get to work with young people making a difference. I’m outdoors and work with animals. I see the positive impact they have on kids, which takes my breath away on a daily basis!!! I absolutely love my job!!!
~ Jo R (Career Coaching)