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Judy Cooper

Head of Markham College
Judy Cooper holds an MA in Education from the University of Brighton, UK, and a BA in Business Spanish and Organisation Studies from the University of Central Lancashire, UK. She is a qualified Coach with the Institute of Leadership and Management and a coaching trainer. She brings 25 years of experience as a teacher and educational leader. Before coming to Peru, she was the Principal of Nexus International School in Singapore and previously Head of KGV School in Hong Kong. Judy has a passion for coaching in education, a love of learning, and innovative pedagogy.

Marco Bassino

Peruvian Director
Born in Peru and an ex-Markhamian, Mr Bassino graduated as a teacher in High School Education with a degree in Language and Literature from the Universidad Nacional Mayor of San Marcos. He also has studies in a Masters in Educational Planning. Marco has held many different roles at the school since his arrival in 1981 and remains keen to combine the best practices from both Peruvian and international schools.

Bruno Landa

Director of Student Support
Born in Peru, Mr Landa studied Education and Philosophy and has a Masters in Psychology for Children and Teenagers. He joined Markham College 30 years ago and is constantly aiming to improve the welfare of students. For Bruno, the right learning place is a happy and safe environment.

Jason Martin

Head of Early Years
Jason Martin was born in Wales, UK. He studied Music at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, and gained his Postgraduate Certificate in Education from London Southbank University. Currently he is completing an MA in Education with Early Childhood, inspired by the birth of his daughter. Jason has 21 years of experience as a teacher and leader working in London, Spain, and Brazil. Before joining Markham, he was head of Lower Primary at The British School, Rio de Janeiro. Jason is passionate about building a connected home/school community where children can thrive and enjoy learning through play.

Alan Nocker

Head of Primary
Born in Scotland, Mr Nocker spent much of his childhood in the north of England. After graduating in education in 1982, he worked as a teacher in the United States. Alan has worked at Markham College for the last 25 years.

Ronak Punjabi

Head of Secondary
Ronak’s journey in education has taken him across borders and through diverse experiences. His educational background includes a BA (Hons) in French and Spanish from University College London, with immersive experiences at the Universidad de Monterrey in Mexico and Université Jean Moulin Lyon-III in France. He holds a PGCE and a Master of Education (MEd) in Research in Second Language Education from the University of Cambridge. His professional journey includes teaching and leadership roles. He has taught languages in the UK and Hong Kong, and contributed to the education landscape in Singapore as a Head of Department, Head of Faculty for Languages, and most recently as an Assistant Principal, focusing on Assessment and Technology for Learning.