Governance
Phoenix St. Peter Academy's local governing body operates within the Reach2 Governance model, further information can be found below.
If you are interested in becoming a governor for our school please contact Mr. Jordan, Mrs. Freeman or Mrs. Ward.
Fiona Usher - Chair of Phoenix St. Peter Academy, Local Governing Body
Fiona was appointed in March 2023 as a community co-opted governor. Fiona has spent several months as a Volunteer at Phoenix St. Peter Academy, and also serves the community as our Road Safety Patrol person. Before moving to Lowestoft, Fiona lived in London and worked as a Teaching Assistant for many years. She is passionate about supporting our school and community and thoroughly enjoys both roles at Phoenix St. Peter Academy.
Fiona can be contacted by email at: fiona.usher@phoenixstpeteracademy.org
Mrs. Fiona Usher - Chair of Local Governing Body
Phoenix St. Peter Academy
Enstone Road
Lowestoft
NR33 0NE
Julie Vingoe, Trust appointed Governor - Safeguarding & SEND Governor
Julie has joined the governing body following her 21 years as the school's Administration Assistant, continuing her loyal commitment and dedication to the school, and bringing her wealth of skills and knowledge to her governance role. Julie can be contacted by email at: julie.vingoe@phoenixstpeteracademy.org
Samantha Belson, Parent Governor - Looked After Children Governor
Sam's four children have all attended Phoenix St. Peter Academy over a 15 year span, giving her a wealth of knowledge and personal experience of the school and it's development. Sam is a busy working mum and delighted to support the school as part of it's governing body.
Sam can be contacted by email at: sam.belson@phoenixstpeteracademy.org
Matthew Jordan, Headteacher
Mr. Jordan is the Executive Headteacher of both Phoenix St. Peter Academy and Gunton Primary Academy, and responsible for the overall development and improvement of both schools.
Matthew is a keen Scout Group Leader and enjoys sports and outdoor pursuits, as well as spending time with his family.
Mr Jordan can be contacted by email at: head@phoenixstpeteracademy.org
Emily Hayes, Assistant Headteacher
Mrs. Hayes is a long-standing member of staff and also our Assistant Headteacher. She is responsible for our school's curriculum, literacy, as well as for Early Years and Key Stage 1. Emily loves spending time with her daughter as much as she can.
Mrs. Hayes is passionate about the school's curriculum and can be contacted by email at: emily.hayes@phoenixstpeteracademy.org