Chinese Without Tears: Bilingual Education at Dalton School Hong Kong

In this episode of 'Let's Talk International Education,' host Ruth Benny welcomes Sean Porter, Principal of Dalton School Hong Kong, to discuss the innovative approaches to bilingual education. They delve into the school's philosophy, the Dalton Plan, and its unique execution in creating a joyous learning experience for Chinese language acquisition. Sean shares insights on the dual language model, cultural integration in education, and future plans for Dalton School.

Episode Highlights:

• Sean Porter's journey from math teacher to principal.
• Dalton School's mission is to merge progressive education with strong Chinese language programs.
• The effectiveness of dual language schools and the Dalton Plan in fostering bilingual and biliterate students.
• Innovations in teaching Chinese, including gamification and contextualization.
• Parental involvement and supporting bilingual education at home.
• The expansion of Dalton School and its commitment to a dual language ethos.