Recognizing the increasing diversity in South Korean society, this study explores what kinds of ethics regarding Others we should pursue and how to cultivate such ethics in the fields of educational policies and institutions. Drawing upon the concepts of tolerance (positive and negative) and recognition, this study has sought to understand ways of relating to Others and differences that are embedded in four countries educational policies and institutions, namely, the United States, Canada, Ireland, and Singapore. The findings are as follows. Most of all, the ways of relating to Others and difference that were reflected in each nation s education policies and institutions were closely associated with the social and historical background of the Others and the power dynamics present among the groups of people within each of the countries. The findings also revealed that democratic governance and a high degree of continuity among education institutions (regulations), policies, and curriculum expand the possibility of actualizing recognition in education policies and practices. Based on these findings, suggestions for national educational policies and institutions are provided.