Be Like Chris: Celebrate the 2025–2026 School Year with the BFITS Program at Buriram Pitthayakhom (BP) School
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” – ancient Chinese proverb. And now, the end is near. And so I face the final curtain… ok, while not exactly so dramatic, the end of this school year is finally upon us, as up and down Thailand, students file out of classrooms one […]
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 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 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 […]
Be Like Chris: Reflect on the 2024–2025 School Year with the BFITS Program at Buriram Pitthayakhom (BP) School
And just like that, the end of the year was in sight, and we had all once again collectively navigated another almost full school year with the BFITS Program. That went by in a flash, and like most things in life, as you grow older, this year seemed to go by quicker than the last. […]
Be Like Chris: Create Meaningful Connections with Fellow Teachers in Thailand
For most teachers in Thailand, the path into the classroom can begin in many different ways. Mine certainly did. I’ve been an active member of the workforce of this world for over 20 years now. In that time, I’ve done a plethora of different jobs. When I was about 16 years old, I worked as […]
Be Like Chris: Spark Curiosity and Engage Young Minds at the BP BFITS Program Camp
For those of us who teach in Thailand through the BFITS Program, some of the most meaningful moments happen outside the classroom. English camps like this are where curiosity comes alive, where students learn through movement, creativity, and connection, building confidence and communication skills in ways that feel natural and lasting. A New Camp Experience […]