Sian May

Head of School at Alice Smith, Kuala Lumpur.

I am Director of Senior School for Dulwich College International. Prior to this, I was High School Principal at the International School of Lausanne following my tenure as Head of Middle School at Sha Tin College (ESF), Hong Kong. Before moving to overseas positions, I taught Philosophy and Religious Studies at Aquinas College, UK and I have continued to teach Theory of Knowledge and Philosophy during my journey into Senior Leadership. I am a passionate advocate of innovative practices in Student Mental Health, feedback and assessment, and I have helped create dynamic student leadership models. I have also led the way in implementing professional learning communities in schools, partnering with educators to develop talent amongst colleagues, student autonomy and self-management agendas.

Recent articles from Sian May

  1. How can teacher's expectations affect student attainment?

    How the Pygmalion effect can be harnessed to increase positive changes in student’s results within international schools

    • School Leadership,
    • Teaching Theory, Practice & Implementation,
    • Wellbeing in Schools
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Sian May's recent questions

  1. How do we ensure value alignment during the teacher recruitment process?

    • School Culture & Community Engagement,
    • School Marketing & Admissions
    Asked by: Sian May on 01/11/2021
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  2. What are the key steps and potential strategies for establishing great school-parent partnerships?

    • School Culture & Community Engagement,
    • School Leadership
    5 answers
    Asked by: Sian May on 01/11/2021
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  3. How can we encourage a greater diversity of leaders in international education?

    • Continued Professional Development,
    • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice,
    • School Culture & Community Engagement,
    • School Leadership
    3 answers
    Asked by: Sian May on 01/11/2021
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