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. […]
Be like Chris: Discover Thailand and Create Lasting Memories Together with Loved Ones
Teaching and traveling in Thailand offer far more than time spent in the classroom. It creates space for exploration, shared experiences, and meaningful moments with the people who matter most. As the semester came to a close at Buriram Pitthayakhom (BP) School, the break provided a welcome pause from routine — an opportunity to welcome […]
Be like Anthony: Experience Baan Ar Jor Story of Unforgettable Friendship in Thailand
“You’ve got a friend in me” from the theme song of Toy Story Childhood is all about discovery, and few places offer as much opportunity for it as a world far from home, filled with the promise of new connections. The Baan Ar Jor Friendship Camp 2025, set against the sparkling turquoise backdrop of Phuket, […]
Be Like Chris: Dive Into a New Semester of Hope, Surprises, and Spooky Fun in Thailand
“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” – Mark Twain Before diving into the excitement of Semester 2 and everything that comes with teaching in Thailand, it’s impossible not to notice how perfectly the season reflects the school year itself — shifting, renewing, and opening new paths forward for teachers and students across the […]
Be Like Briony: Discover the Joys of Teaching and Community Living in Buriram, Thailand
They say you learn more about yourself traveling thousands of miles away from home than you ever do standing still—and living and teaching in Thailand has proven that to me threefold. When I first sat down to write about my pending teaching position with BFITS, I had barely stepped foot inside a classroom. But now, […]
Be Like Paige: Teach in Thailand Without Giving Up What You Love
Moving abroad — do you have to leave your passion behind? Absolutely not. Many people share various passions that are not always related. Maybe you love painting, but teach science. Or perhaps, you love cooking but work in STEM. Naturally, it can feel a little bit tricky balancing all of our interests as we work […]
Be like Hannah: Overcome Challenges and Learn Key Lessons in Your First Month Living and Teaching in Thailand
Adapting to Thai culture has broadened my understanding of the world, but it has also presented its own challenges. From managing finances to communicating with colleagues, I’ve learned to adopt a more gentle pace of living and accept that nothing happens instantly. This is a stark contrast to my life in the United Kingdom, a […]
