🏆 SightCare Awards 2026 - submission deadline
2026-01-12
Honouring distinction in independent optics with awards for independent opticians

The SightCare Awards are the pinnacle of recognition within the independent optical community. A celebration of innovation, dedication, and outstanding achievement.
These prestigious national awards shine a spotlight on the visionaries shaping the future of independent optics, from exceptional patient care and sustainability initiatives to extraordinary teamwork and groundbreaking business innovation.
Whether you run a well-established practice, are launching a bold new enterprise, or are an individual transforming lives through your work, there’s a category designed to celebrate your success.
Entries open on Tuesday 4 November and the deadline for all submissions is 12 January 2026.
Award categories
🏆 Independent Practice of the Year
👁️‍🗨️ Clinical Excellence Award
😊 Customer Service Excellence Award
🏥 Specialist Clinic Award
🧡 Community Practice of the Year
🤝 Practice Team of the Year
💫 Heart of the Practice (individual award)
🚀 Start-up Practice of the Year
💎 Long-standing Practice of the Year
💡 Business Innovation of the Year
👓 Frame Styling Practice of the Year
🌍 Environmental Practice of the Year
👉 Full category descriptions and criteria

✅ How to enter
Still not sure about entering? Discover why it’s worth it – read our blog on the value of taking part in the SightCare Awards.
💬 Shine Bright: Why Your Optical Practice Should Enter the SightCare Awards
