Langham Academy is part of the Canonium Learning Trust, and as such, the Trust Board is responsible for the overall governance of the Academy supported by the Local Governing Committee.
Canonium Learning Trust has a governance structure that places great importance on local governance arrangements and therefore the Academy also has a Local Governing Committee (LGC).
The Local Governing Committee comprises individuals from the local community, including parents and members of staff. They are responsible for providing oversight of the Academy's educational performance, ensuring that its policies and procedures are appropriate, and promoting the welfare of its students. The LGC works in partnership with the Trust Board to ensure that the Academy operates in line with the Trust's values and objectives.
While the Canonium Trust Board has ultimate responsibility for the governance of the Academy, the Local Governing Committee has a more direct and local focus providing a link between the Academy and the local community and ensuring that the Academy is responsive to the needs of its students, parents, and staff. The LGC also plays an important role in providing feedback to the Trust Board on local issues, which can help inform the Trust's strategic direction.
In addition to the monitoring of educational performance, the LGC also has specific responsibilities working closely with the Academy's senior leadership team to ensure that these areas are managed effectively and that resources are used efficiently.
For more information about the Trust and the board of directors, please visit the Canonium Learning Trust website, here
Mrs Eve Oxley (Chair of Local Governing Body/ Safeguarding Governor)
Eve is a co-opted governor. She joined the board in 2012 prior to the school becoming an academy.
Mr Andrew MacDonald (Headteacher)
Andrew is an ex-officio member of the local governing committee. He joined the school as headteacher in 2011.
Mrs Claire Arter
Claire is elected by teachers as a staff representative. She joined the govering committee prior to academisation in 2018
Mrs Lisa Slade
Lisa is our SEND governor. She joined the Local Governing committee in 2025 after being elected by parents.
Mr David Morrell
David joined the governing body in 2010 prior to the school becoming an academy. He is a co-opted member of the board.
Mr Graham Wells
Graham joined the Local Governing committee in 2025 after being elected by parents.
Link to GIAS Langham Primary Academy Governance page
Governance report to parents (2024)
Pending: Register of Business Interests
Pending: Governor attendance at meetings