David Stemp

I have been a school governor for Langstone Primary Academy since January 2002. My current role is Safeguarding Governor.  I fully support the school's vision, and I am ambitious for the children to continue to make progress in their learning to become fully rounded citizens as they develop 'self-belief' and experience life skills. It is my pleasure to lead the after-school chess club, which is a popular weekly activity which strengthens the pupils' strategic thinking and is FUN. My interests focus on family, scouting, reading and music.

Joe Blakely

Hello - my name is Joe Blakely. I am proud to be a governor at Langstone Primary Academy, to help make it the best school it can be. My children attend the school, and my wife teaches there, so I have an invested interest to ensure that the school is an excellent place to be. I am a Deputy Headteacher at a Portsmouth primary school, so I can bring my experience and expertise to the role. I am particularly interested in curriculum, standards and teaching and learning and I will use my own experiences to best support the school.

Loisa Hayward

Loisa has been a governor at Langstone since 2019 and is now Vice Chair and Link Governor for SEND and Inclusion and Data Protection. She’s a local parent with a background in education and children’s services, and is passionate about supporting inclusive practice across the school.

Jay Vinayaka

I began my journey as a Parent Governor and now have the honour of serving as Chair of Governors. What started as a keen interest in understanding how Langstone Primary Academy supports its pupils, upholds its curriculum standards, and promotes staff well-being has evolved into a deep sense of pride. I have witnessed exceptional progress and dedication across our school. With a background in IT engineering and my current role as a Digital Transformation Officer with the Sea Cadets, I strongly value the collaboration and shared commitment between children, parents, and staff that make our academy exceptional.

Georgina Chappell

I have taught at Langstone Primary Academy since September 2015, and I am currently the Year 5 leader and English lead for the school.  I became a school governor in February 2025 and have enjoyed building a stronger connection to the school community. 

Joe Pirrie

I joined the governing body at Langstone Primary Academy to support a school community I care deeply about. With a professional background in rail safety, risk leadership and operational assurance, I bring a strong focus on safeguarding, compliance, and creating safe environments where children and staff can thrive.

My work across safety committees, leadership roles and risk‑based improvement programmes has shaped my belief that every child deserves a school that is not only nurturing, but consistently safe, well‑led and ambitious for their future. I am particularly interested in how the school embeds strong systems, clear standards and a culture of continuous improvement.

As a local parent with a passion for helping organisations grow, I value the partnership between families, staff and governors that makes Langstone such a special place. My aim is to support the academy in providing a secure, inclusive and inspiring environment where every child can develop confidence, curiosity and the skills they need to succeed.

Chris Wells

I have been a dedicated member of staff at Langstone Primary Academy for over 10 years, primarily teaching within Key Stage 1. During this time, I have taken on leadership roles across several subjects, including PE, RE and computing, supporting curriculum development and helping to enhance teaching and learning across the school.

As a staff governor, I bring a strong understanding of the day‑to‑day life of the school, alongside a commitment to continuous improvement and high standards for all pupils. I am passionate about ensuring that decisions made by the governing board reflect the needs of both staff and children, contributing positively to the school’s vision and ethos.