Academy Governors

The Chair of Governors – Megan Jenkins

I have been a member of the Local Governing Body at Darlinghurst Academy since 2019, and have been Chair of the LGB for the last two years. It has been my privilege to be part of the academy as it has developed and improved over the past few years. As a retired headteacher I know the hard work and commitment that goes into seeking the best outcomes, both academic and in personal development and wellbeing for our pupils, and I look forward to seeing the continued growth of the academy in the future. 

Johan Zweistra

Vice Principal at Belfairs Academy and live in Havering and very proud to be a governor of Darlinghurst and to be associated with the Legra family.

I have had the privilege of working in different educational settings in different countries as teacher, leadership and school governance.

I have been a governor at Darlinghurst for the last 6 yearsand seen our academy go from strength to strength and making sure that our young people obtain the skills required and strive for excellence to give them the best life chances.

Nicola Rock

I became a parent Governor at Darlinghurst academy as I wanted to have an active role in the school and support the teachers and pupils. 

I have 18 years of experience from a finance background where I have gained skills in people leadership, project management and governance. 

I have two young sons, the eldest attends Darlinghurst academy and the youngest is due to start in September 2025. We are so happy to have found such a welcoming and successful school for our children and are looking forward to watching the academy grow.

Dr Denise Bevan

I am a Clinical Psychologist and has lived in Leigh-on-sea for 11 years. I have two children at Darlinghurst Academy and have supported the school for many years initially as part of the PTA and now as Parent Governor. I look forward to bringing my expertise as a mental health professional to this role, to support the staff as well as the students.

Mrs Haisman-Baker

I have been a teacher at the academy for the past 7 years and staff governor for the past 3 years. Working at Darlinghurst Academy means that you get to become part of an amazing family who all work tirelessly to ensure that our children have the best possible outcomes. I am proud to be able to represent the staff as staff governor.