We are professional education placement consultants—and so much more. We help assess a student’s needs and strengths, identify the right schools that provide the best fit, and prepare students with the necessary skills, perspectives, and character depth to “get in” and thrive.
Whether it is in organizing school fairs, linking families to school visits and webinars, or interviewing the movers and shakers in the industry, we take delight in helping our students access the very best educational opportunities.
We’re ready to share your educational vision and put our years of experience at your service.
Education is critical. When we place your child in a school or university, we don't only think about where they will be in four years, but in 14 and 24! At Sesameed, we mentor and train your child to develop the skills and character for success in school and in life .
We keep both application success and personal growth in mind. It’s not enough to raise test scores and pick up activities; students must gain drive, resilience, and ownership of their life's path. Our goal is not "window dressing:" we want to help your child build inner strengths and develop independence.
It's important that students learn to do what is right, just, and fair. We teach them to value what is true and good, and that the ends do not justify the means! The process reveals what we are; what we are determines what we will become. Don’t cut corners; instead, focus on getting the fundamentals right, and the result will take care of itself. Take care of others and the world around you, and you'll never find yourself without community.
Students are shaped by the people around them. Schools and universities perform exactly a pivotal role in creating those associations, yet, each school takes a different in line with its own unique mission, culture, and resources. Our expertise is in identifying that best match between school and student.
Success in life is the product of planning, preparation, and hard work — not luck! While none of us can control every factor, we believe that the biggest rewards go to those who are ready for the possibilities that the future holds. Your child’s life is too precious to let chance take the wheel. Be purposeful. Do your homework. Plan for success— and let us help.
Just like the schools that we send our students to, we value and recognize the importance of having diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We are proud to offer a staff of professionals with different ethnicities and backgrounds who offer a great spectrum of perspectives and experiences.
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Founder & Head
Cornell University, Bachelor of Science & Master of Engineering in Operations Research and Industrial Engineering
Daniel Szeto is the Founder and Head of Sesameed Education. Prior to Sesameed, he was the Founder & Head of Foundation Global Education, a leading education consultancy specializing in boarding school and university admission consulting in Greater China. Throughout his 22-year tenure, he guided over 1,000 families on their journeys to find the best overseas boarding schools and universities for their children’s needs.
Born and raised in Hong Kong, Daniel first came in contact with boarding education when his parents sent him to The Webb Schools, an independent senior boarding school in California. He went on to complete his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in engineering from Cornell University before working in management consulting and financial services in Asia for a decade. In 2001, inspired by his boarding school experiences, Daniel cofounded Foundation Programs, which later pivoted into Foundation Global Education in 2009. (See Our Story.) Over the following 14 years, Daniel led Foundation to become the largest non-mainland-based boarding school consultancy in China. In 2023, Daniel stepped down at Foundation to start up Sesameed.
Daniel has sent three of his children to boarding schools. Hannah began her Year 7 at Benenden School (England) and completed her final three years of high school at King’s Academy (Jordan). Gabriel began his Year 5 at Ludgrove School (England) and moved on to Winchester College (England) for his senior school. Faith is currently attending Benenden and has been there since Year 7. Daniel himself is currently serving as a trustee at King’s Academy.
Daniel resides in Singapore but travels frequently to boarding schools worldwide.
With over a decade of experience in education, Dexter has dedicated his career to guiding and supporting students in their academic and personal growth. Beginning his journey as the International Student Coordinator at Amherst College, an elite liberal arts college in the United States, Dexter quickly developed a passion for student development, which led to his transition into university guidance counseling. His counseling career began at the African Leadership Academy, where he rose to the position of Director of University Guidance.
In 2022, Dexter was recognized as the IC3 Counselor of the Year for Africa, a testament to his impactful work and dedication to student success.
Dexter’s counseling philosophy is deeply rooted in meeting students where they are and centering their development. This student-centered approach has been the cornerstone of his success in helping students navigate the complexities of university admissions and personal growth.
In addition to his hands-on work with students, Dexter has made significant contributions to the broader educational community. He has served on the Counselor Advisory Board of MaiaLearning, the International Schools Counselor Advisory Board of BMI-Times Higher Education, and currently, he brings his expertise to the CommonApp’s Counselor Advisory Board.
Dexter holds a BA in Black Studies from Amherst College, an academic foundation that continues to inform his approach to education and student advocacy.
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