Be Like Chris: Build a Life in Buriram That Lasts Beyond 4 Years of Teaching in Thailand
21st April, 2021. It was the day I first arrived, having never planned on teaching in Thailand but intending to stay for maybe a year or 2 and work in education. I had previously visited as a tourist, spending Chinese New Year 2018 on the island of Koh Chang in Thailand’s far south-east, ‘elephant island,’ […]
Be Like Angela: Find Home, Build Trust, and Become More Than a Teacher in Thailand
When I first got to BFITS, I felt thrilled—but I also carried a few doubts with me. Throughout training, one name kept popping up: Thammasat KlongLuang Wittayakom (THK) School. People would say things like, “THK is in a league of its own,” or “You’re in for quite a ride,” usually paired with a half-smile that […]
Be Like Chris: Teach Math in Thailand and Inspire Lifelong Learners
Teaching Math in Thailand is about far more than formulas and figures. It is about building confidence, sharpening critical thinking, and helping students believe that every problem has a solution. Over time, I have come to see that teaching within the BFITS Thailand Program is not simply a job, but a meaningful international teaching experience […]
Be Like Anthony: Showcase English Communication Through Music and Science Competitions
English has become the common language for business, science, and popular culture worldwide. This global shift has changed how educators approach English language education, especially when teaching in Thailand. Previously, English learning focused heavily on grammar rules, vocabulary lists, and memorisation, with assessment mainly through standardised tests. While these fundamentals remain important, they often fail […]
Be Like Chris: Move from Burnout to Belonging by Teaching in Thailand with a Supportive Community
“When you feel good, you perform better.” – Anonymous High turnover in the ESL industry has long been a challenge for teachers working overseas. Many educators struggle with cultural adjustment, language barriers, unfamiliar food, isolation, and classroom pressures. These challenges can lead even well-intentioned teachers to question their decisions. I witnessed this firsthand early in […]
Be Like Chris: Enjoy Fun and Fulfilling Term 2 Teaching Experiences in Buriram, Thailand
Teaching in Thailand is often described in terms of big milestones — new terms, festivals, projects, and classroom breakthroughs. But as many experienced educators know, it’s the smaller moments that quietly shape a fulfilling teaching journey. It’s been months since Term 2 began at Buriram Pitthayakhom (BP) School. Now, I’m glad to share the balance between routine […]
Be Like Anthony: Celebrate Learning and Laughter at SPR GEN(ius) Z Smart Camp and Expo
The landscape of modern education is shifting from traditional rote learning to immersive, hands-on, collaborative experiences. This change is clearly evident in the Student Playtime and Race (SPR), particularly during the recent Lower-Level Expo. Designed as part of the SPR GEN(ius) Z Smart Camp and Expo in Saipanyarangsit (SPR) School, this event blended academic rigour with gamified […]
Be Like Anthony: Experience an English Camp Opportunity at a BFITS Partner School and Connect with Fellow Teachers
Learning a second language, especially English in a non-native setting, often faces obstacles not due to a lack of grammatical knowledge, but rather a serious lack of confidence. In today’s English teaching environment in Thailand, discussions around the affective filter—the psychological barriers created by anxiety, fear of mistakes, and self-doubt—are more relevant than ever. The […]
Be Like Chris: Build Community, Create Connections, and Achieve Work-Life Balance Teaching in Thailand
“You can’t do a good job if your job is all you do.” A very warm welcome back to all our hard-working teachers, and indeed to all within the BFITS community, as we begin another year. I hope that everybody had a pleasant break and is feeling reenergized as we tackle another busy but rewarding […]
BFITS | 2025 in Review: A Bright Year of Progress, People, and Possibilities
As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect on what made the past twelve months memorable. This blog captures the moments that shaped our year—big wins, small victories, surprises, and everything in between. From lively classrooms to camps, trainings, celebrations, and everyday moments, this is where the year comes together. […]
