Senior Leadership Team
Gareth Turnbull-Jones,
Head Teacher and Science Teacher
I come to Landmark as an international educator with over a decade of experience working in international schools in Lusaka, Zambia and London, UK, eight years of experience working for the International Baccalaureate, a contributing author of the Science for the International Student textbook series and a regular contributor to international education conferences and publications, particularly in the area of student wellbeing.
Prior to a career in international education. I worked in state education systems in the UK, Tanzania and Rwanda. Whilst working in Sub-Saharan Africa I worked for and alongside NGO’s to develop school resources, computer rooms, youth centres and libraries for communities in need. This experience taught me that we are all global citizens who are interconnected and it is vital that we develop a human centred education, which is compassionate and empathetic. These are the values that I find in abundance at Landmark and that I want to continue to develop as Head of the school.
Sabine Kite,
Bursar
Sabine has over 20 years’ experience of working in education, from independent schools as Assistant Bursar and Bursar to running a very large and successful Language School in Cambridge. Most recently she has been assisting overseas families find the right UK school for their children. Sabine is passionate about education and ensuring everyone gets the absolute maximum out of education.
Language learning is very important to Sabine as she is German and went to boarding school with no prior English knowledge, so she understands the challenges from a student and parents’ point of view.
In her spare time she likes to go walking and cycling and enjoys spending time with her grandchildren as well as travelling.
Sue Hilton-Taylor,
Head of Secondary and Maths Teacher
Sue Hilton-Taylor grew up in South Africa and attended Rhodes University, where she studied for a BA in Physical Education and Maths. She also obtained a Higher Diploma in Education from Rhodes University.
Following some teaching in South Africa Sue studied for a Bachelor of Education at the University of Cape Town. Sue traveled extensively around South Africa before moving to the UK with her husband in the late 1990s.
After teaching in Cambridge and achieving wonderful results with her pupils, Sue became the founding Maths Teacher at Landmark. We are delighted to have a teacher with such experience, skill, integrity and humour.
Penny Roche,
Secondary Programme Coordinator, Literacy Leader, DSL and English Teacher
Having lived and worked in England, Scotland, France and Australia in various roles, I completed my degree through the Open University and studied for my Postgraduate Diploma in Education in Western Australia. Since then I have worked in state and independent schools, both in Australia and the UK.
Creativity and the power of stories are fundamental to our ability to communicate ourselves to the world, and to understand the world that we live in. My aim is to help build a space where students’ curiosity can be fostered, their horizons broadened, and where ideas are treated with respect. These values are embodied by Landmark, and I am glad to be continuing my journey here, helping with the development of our international learning community.
Carine Bennett,
Head of Primary, DSL and Kingfisher (Reception - Year 1) Teacher
Carine graduated from Homerton College, Cambridge, in 1997, where she studied teaching and drama. Since then, she has taught in a variety of both state and independent schools, gaining a wealth of experience across different educational settings. Carine is passionate about teaching and learning and enjoys getting to know and understand every child she teaches, ensuring they reach their full potential.
She loves to travel and spend time with her family in France, Slovenia, and Croatia. A sociable, happy, and positive person, Carine thrives in the school environment and values being part of the wonderful Landmark community, where she is dedicated to inspiring and supporting her students every day.
Georgina Palfrey,
SENDCo
Georgie Palfrey, our dedicated Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo), brings a wealth of expertise and experience to Landmark International School. With both Level 5 and Level 7 Specialist Teaching qualification from OCR, and certification as a Sensory Processing Practitioner.
Georgie has been with Landmark since the school’s inception and has infused the school community with her innate kindness and cooperative spirit. She is driven by a steadfast belief in making every child feel valued and understood, while also providing robust support for parents and colleagues. Passionate about the school’s growth and development, she is proud to contribute to an inclusive environment that nurtures both academic and personal success. Through her unwavering dedication, Georgie aims to inspire confidence and resilience, ensuring all students thrive in their educational journey.
Liz Baker,
Registrar
Liz graduated with a degree in Business Studies before embarking on a diverse career and extensive world travel. She brings valuable experience in exhibition organisation, having worked on high-profile events such as London Fashion Week and the BBC Good Food Show. Her background in Project Management and as a Business Manager in the training and education sector has given her a strong foundation in operations, logistics, and customer relations. Liz has also worked closely with various stakeholders to coordinate large-scale projects, ensuring efficiency and high-quality outcomes. After taking a career break to focus on her growing family, she is excited to be applying her skills and experience in the role of Registrar at Landmark. She thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about creating a welcoming and supportive admissions experience for new and prospective families.
Jenna Fritz,
IB Primary Years Programme Coordinator and Robin Class (Year 2) Teacher
Following her dream of exploring the world, Jenna began her international teaching career in 2009 after two years of teaching in South London. Her journey started in Cambodia, where she helped develop International Day celebrations and taught English in a local orphanage. She then spent five years teaching in a Primary and Secondary school in Bogotá, Colombia. This experience allowed her to learn Spanish and contribute to social projects supporting displaced refugees in the city's shanty towns. As Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 Coordinator, she implemented the International Primary Curriculum. Most recently, she spent four years teaching across Key Stage 1 and 2 in Oman, further enriching her international teaching experience.
Jo Pulford,
Data Systems Coordinator, Mathematics Leader and Maths Teacher
Having grown up in Suffolk, Jo completed her Bachelor of Applied Education and Mathematics degree at Oxford Brookes University before moving to Cambridgeshire to start her teaching career.
Jo has taught as a primary class teacher for over twenty five years in a wide range of school settings, teaching pupils across all phases. In addition, she has been able to develop her love of teaching maths by becoming a ‘Leading Maths Teacher’ for Cambridgeshire and then progressed to taking a secondment as a Primary Maths Consultant for the local authority. During that 18 month period, she enjoyed supporting, challenging and inspiring both pupils and teachers across many schools as well as lecturing students at Northampton University. On her return to the classroom she developed her leadership skills further as a deputy head.
