Our School Governors

Naomi Rodgers

Hi, I’m Naomi and I’m a parent governor at Stanford. I am married to Matt, a vicar, and we have three children, one of whom currently attends Stanford and one at preschool. We have lived in Laceby since 2021. I am now a stay-at-home mum but previously I was a primary school teacher in Lincoln. I have enjoyed meeting the staff and pupils at Stanford and am looking forward to supporting the school as a governor. I hope that I can get to know and represent the views of other parents during my time here. Other than looking after my children, I also run a toddler group called Little Lions and support the work of our church. I love getting outside to enjoy the lovely countryside and coastline, as well as baking, gardening and every kind of craft!

Scott Smith

My name is Scott Smith and I have been a Co-opted Governor l since November 2018. Since starting this role I have gained valuable insight into the life at Stanford Academy and truly believe that it is a unique place for pupils to grow and achieve in every way possible. I am married to my wife Clair and we enjoy walking our dog Archie in our spare time.
I work within the coal industry as a site manager where I hope to bring my high health and safety and financial abilities to assist the school where possible.
I am a member of The Grimsby Tri Club where I enjoy taking part in open water swimming, long distance biking and half marathon and full marathon training. My achievements include swimming from Barton to Hull in aid of The Humber Rescue charity, 70.3 Outlaw race at Nottingham and most recently becoming an ‘Iron Man’, completing the 140.6 Ironman distance race.
I look forward to continuing our work with staff, Governors and the community to continue the schools development and vision. 

Mrs Jenny Griffiths

My name is Jen Griffiths, currently a governor for the school and big fan of the school and its pupils.
I have lived in Laceby since my family from Grimsby in 1962.
My husband, Terry and I married in St Margaret’s Laceby Church in 1966. We have two children both of whom attended the school. We also have 3 grown up grandchildren.
Terry was in the Air Force when we met which resulted in us spending the first three years of our marriage in Singapore from 1966-69. I found this a fascinating country with a diverse population and cultures all of which widen my view of our world.
I have always had an interested in history and the natural world and have been lucky to have travelled to some amazing and interesting places.
Being part of the school family has given me opportunities to accompany the children visits closer to home learning more about local history and wildlife.
I have made stone age bangles, learnt how to dress, and march like a roman legion. I have also hunted bugs, been pond dipping and very much looking forward to being part of the children’s learning opportunities for a while yet.

Mr Josh Bray

Hello, I am Josh Bray. I grew up in Laceby and have very fond memories from my time as a student at Stanford.

At the beginning of my career I studied Marine Operations which included working onboard ships navigating all over the world as a Trainee Navigation Officer. I now work in the offshore wind industry as a Senior Offshore Coordinator in the offshore operations control room. As part of a team, I support six wind farms one of which is the largest offshore windfarm in the world! These six wind farms sometimes provide more than 20% of the UK’s electricity demand all based here in Grimsby in the shadow of the Dock Tower!

Ms L Campbell

My name is Lea Campbell and I live in Laceby village with my partner and 4 children who all attend Stanford Academy.
Myself and most of my family have attended the school over the years so I have had links with Stanford all of my life which has been a fantastic experience.
I am a qualified hairdresser and nail technician but have also taken on administrative work in the past.
I am looking forward to undertaking my new role as Parent Governor and supporting staff, children and families at Stanford.

Mrs Julie Jones

My name is Julie Jones and I have worked at the school since 2018.  Since working here, I have become a Learning Mentor in which I thoroughly enjoy. I work with lots of children throughout the week, nurturing their needs. In 2021 I became a Governor because I wanted to make a difference for our children.  I was interested in what made our school great and what support I good give. I have found it very interesting role and inspirational of all the qualities the school has.  I have qualified as an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) in December, 2022.  This helps me to support children in a unique way, either in small groups or 1:1.  I enjoy my time at school as every day is different, with a whole range of challenges.
My hobbies are reading, walking, traveling  and spending quality time with my family. I have been married for 30 years and have two grown up children. During my married life, I have travelled all around England and finally moving back to Cleethorpes in 2006.