Governance
Our school is governed at a local level by an Academy Committee, comprised of individuals local to our community who have a commitment to improving education, parents and staff. The Academy Committee’s main role is to carry forward the vision, values, ethos and strategic direction of the school, hold senior leaders to account for the educational performance of the school, and ensure the voices of stakeholders are heard. The Committee meets regularly and individual governors also visit the school to oversee specific aspects of our work.
Academy Committee:
Chair of the academy committee - Rodney jamES (*Interim Safeguarding Governor)
I am now retired, but formerly worked in financial services and with the local council as Data Quality Manager.
My Hobbies and interests lie within sports, politics and current affairs, reading and family.
Both of my sons, who are now in their 30s went to Longthorpe Primary School, as does currently my eight year old grandson.
I became a governor to give something back to the school that has featured so much within our family.
mat governor - Colin hammond
WORK
Development Manager for a large Financial Institution
Governance experience
I have been a governor in different schools for over 20 years now.
Hobbies and interests
Golf and travelling, and watching lots of sport.
Why did you become a governor?
I wanted to give back to the community when my daughters were in school. Although they are no longer of school going age, I continued to offer my services as I love doing the Governor's role. It gives you a sense of “giving back” to the community. I also wanted to see how the schools operate, and I now I understand it from both sides.
MAT governor - CHARLES FOWLER
MAT governor - Scott Bell
WORK
Data and AI Consultant
Governance experience
Solution and Project Review Boards for large organisations
Hobbies and interests
Data & AI
Technological Literacy in Education
Rugby League
Links to the school/area
My son attends the school
Why did you become a governor?
To provide a data informed approach to school governance.
Challenge the perceived opaque decision-making within MAT governance structures.
To advocate for progressive behaviour management strategies that nurture students and their mental health.
Encourage more transparency and communication.
Ensure the school and MAT treat all stakeholders—parents, staff, and students—as valued members of the community.
PARENT governor - LISA DEACON (SEND GOVERNOR)
WORK
I work locally at Peterborough City Hospital part time in a job share managing the Cancer Wellbeing Service. This is a varied and rewarding role that requires multiple skills such as public speaking, fundraising, listening support, staff management and service development.
Governance experience
In a past role I was responsible for Risk and Governance in a small NHS Trust. This included compliance, regulation, complaints, claims and patient safety. I have Master's degree in Patient Safety Management.
Hobbies and interests
Sport, particularly field hockey, is my passion; I have played locally since 1994. Outside of work can be found at the gym, walking Rosie the Labrador at Nene Park, or transporting and watching Drew and Josh play sport - Karate / ice hockey / football / Taekwondo.
Links to the school/area
I love Peterborough and all it has to offer; I chose to bring my family up here sending my children to Longthorpe. I started volunteering for the school in 2023 and I am excited to support its work and future development.
Why did you become a governor?
Volunteering time and skills is an essential part of supporting our public services, especially sharing knowledge across sectors. I am fortunate to be able to offer my time regularly and have participated in a number of tasks, by far my favourite moment was in cooking… year 4 were attempting to add lemon juice to their soup!
STaff governor - Lisa waller
For a full list of active Academy Committee members please click here.
GOVERNOR RESPONSIBILITIES
The Academy Committee is here to support you and your child through your child’s school career, if you have any questions about the work of the academy committee or are interested in becoming a member please contact us through the school office or speak to a parent member. For full details of our governor responsibilities, their business interests and their attendance record, please click here.
HOW TO CONTACT THE MEMBERS OF THE ACADEMY COMMITTEE:
Academy Committee members can be contacted through the school office on 01733 265959 or by email office@lps.pkat.co.uk
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A GOVERNOR?
To find out more about the role and current opportunities within PKAT, please contact our Head of Governance, Emma Stephens-Dunn, at estephens-dunn@pkat.co.uk
Qualifications & Disqualifications to serve as a Governor
Information for Prospective Parent Governors
OUR WIDER GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
Our Academy Committee is part of the wider governance structure of the Peterborough Keys Academies Trust (PKAT). To find out more about the PKAT governance structure and compliance information please click one of the links below:
Annual Reports and Financial Statements
Articles & Memorandum of Association
Compliance Documents including Gender Pay Gap Information and Executive Pay Reporting