Meet the Discovery Dome team

Lorne Ali

Teacher and curriculum coordinator

Lorne Ali has been teaching in Hong Kong for 17 years. Previously he was a curriculum leader at Kellett School in Pokfulam for 16 years. Lorne is excited to bring Discovery Dome to the children of Hong Kong and calls it his dream job.

Rachel Ali

Curriculum design, marketing and events

Rachel set up Discovery Dome almost ten years ago. She has a great deal of experience of teaching science to high school age students and uses this skill-set to plan innovative curriculum days, astro clubs and other events by Discovery Dome.
Rachel presented all shows until three years ago and was then joined by husband Lorne who now fronts curriculum days.

Kairan Devine

Head teaching assistant

A Dalian native, Kairan brings her patience and caring personality to the role. She has much experience working with youngster and has previously run her own Mandarin tuition business.