Welcome to BFS, the International American School in Busan!
Welcome to Busan Foreign School – an international school with a big heart, nestled in the vibrant city of Busan, South Korea. As the premier American international school in Busan, we pride ourselves on providing a nurturing and close-knit community where lifelong learners thrive. Our academic program fosters the development of social, emotional, and academic skills, guided by our core SHARK values: Socially Conscious, Hardworking, Active Communicator, Respectful, and Keep Learning. With nearly 30 years of experience, we are the only international American school in Busan dedicated to preparing students for global university success.
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🎶 Shoutout to our musical Sharks! A huge round of applause to our talented musicians who participated in the KIMEA MS Honor Band at KISP yesterday! 🎺🥁 With students from 12 different international schools across Korea, this was a fantastic opportunity to showcase their skills, collaborate, and create incredible music together. We’re so proud! 👏
📸 Pictured: Bobby L, Andrew G, Neel K, Yuanqiang W, Yesong L, Amy T, Hannah K
#SharkPride #MusicalExcellence #HonorBand #KIMEA
🎶 Shoutout to our musical Sharks! A huge round of applause to our talented musicians who participated in the KIMEA MS Honor Band at KISP yesterday! 🎺🥁 With students from 12 different international schools across Korea, this was a fantastic opportunity to showcase their skills, collaborate, and create incredible music together. We’re so proud! 👏
📸 Pictured: Bobby L, Andrew G, Neel K, Yuanqiang W, Yesong L, Amy T, Hannah K
#SharkPride #MusicalExcellence #HonorBand #KIMEA
⚡️🏛️ Grade 4s` Greek Mythology Wax Museum brought history to life! Parents, teachers, and students explored amazing exhibits as the Grade 4 Sharks transformed into legendary gods and heroes. ⚔️👑 From Zeus` mighty thunderbolts to Athena’s wisdom, it was a mythological adventure to remember! ✨📜
#busanforeignschool #부산외국인학교 #elementary #GreekMythology #WaxMuseum
⚡️🏛️ Grade 4s` Greek Mythology Wax Museum brought history to life! Parents, teachers, and students explored amazing exhibits as the Grade 4 Sharks transformed into legendary gods and heroes. ⚔️👑 From Zeus` mighty thunderbolts to Athena’s wisdom, it was a mythological adventure to remember! ✨📜
#busanforeignschool #부산외국인학교 #elementary #GreekMythology #WaxMuseum
📚✨ March is I Love Reading Month at BFS! 🎉 High school students are sharing the joy of reading—helping PK3 & K4 check out books, reading to them, and making surprise visits to elementary library classes! 👏📖 Plus, our Reading Buddies program connects all grades, fostering a love for books and community. 💙✨
#busanforeignschool #부산외국인학교 #BFSReads #ILoveReadingMonth #ReadingBuddies #BFSCommunity
📚✨ March is I Love Reading Month at BFS! 🎉 High school students are sharing the joy of reading—helping PK3 & K4 check out books, reading to them, and making surprise visits to elementary library classes! 👏📖 Plus, our Reading Buddies program connects all grades, fostering a love for books and community. 💙✨
#busanforeignschool #부산외국인학교 #BFSReads #ILoveReadingMonth #ReadingBuddies #BFSCommunity
Happy International Women’s Day! ✨🌍 We take pride in being an international community that celebrates diversity, empowerment, and the incredible contributions of women around the world. Today, we honor the students, teachers, staff, and families who inspire us every day with their leadership, strength, and dedication. 🌟
#InternationalWomensDay #InspireInclusion #BFSCommunity
Happy International Women’s Day! ✨🌍 We take pride in being an international community that celebrates diversity, empowerment, and the incredible contributions of women around the world. Today, we honor the students, teachers, staff, and families who inspire us every day with their leadership, strength, and dedication. 🌟
#InternationalWomensDay #InspireInclusion #BFSCommunity
On Wednesday morning, our Middle School Sharks dove into an inspiring SLO assembly on Hardworking, hosted by our incredible Grade 7 leaders! 💪🦈 They had a blast perfecting yoga moves and giving their all in an intense tug-o-war battle! Keep up the great work, Sharks! 🏆✨
#busanforeignschool #Hardworking #SLOAssembly #MiddleSchool
On Wednesday morning, our Middle School Sharks dove into an inspiring SLO assembly on Hardworking, hosted by our incredible Grade 7 leaders! 💪🦈 They had a blast perfecting yoga moves and giving their all in an intense tug-o-war battle! Keep up the great work, Sharks! 🏆✨
#busanforeignschool #Hardworking #SLOAssembly #MiddleSchool
Our Youngest Sharks had a blast on their nature walk! 🌿🔍 They explored mini habitats, felt new textures, and spotted budding trees & bird nests. Love seeing their curiosity in action! 🦈✨ Keep Learning: Always exploring, discovering, and growing!
#busanforeignschool #부산외국인학교 #earlychildhood #keeplearning #OutdoorLearning
Our Youngest Sharks had a blast on their nature walk! 🌿🔍 They explored mini habitats, felt new textures, and spotted budding trees & bird nests. Love seeing their curiosity in action! 🦈✨ Keep Learning: Always exploring, discovering, and growing!
#busanforeignschool #부산외국인학교 #earlychildhood #keeplearning #OutdoorLearning
🚀 Big news! The CS Honor Society was featured on BeFM to talk about their upcoming ScrapYard Hackathon event! 🖥️⚡These students have poured their passion into planning and promoting this incredible event, open to all students in grades 9-12! They’re so close to their goal of 30 participants—don’t miss your chance to be part of the action!
📢 Check out more info about their event via the link in our bio! #ScrapYardHackathon #CSHonorSociety #STEM #Hackathon
🚀 Big news! The CS Honor Society was featured on BeFM to talk about their upcoming ScrapYard Hackathon event! 🖥️⚡These students have poured their passion into planning and promoting this incredible event, open to all students in grades 9-12! They’re so close to their goal of 30 participants—don’t miss your chance to be part of the action!
📢 Check out more info about their event via the link in our bio! #ScrapYardHackathon #CSHonorSociety #STEM #Hackathon
This past weekend, eight dedicated BFS high school students participated in the 11th annual Global Education City Model UN Conference in Jeju, showcasing their diplomacy, critical thinking, and leadership skills.
💡 Highlights:
✨Two students chaired the Historical Committee on the Bretton-Woods Conference (1944)
Delegates drafted resolutions and amendments, with 2 resolutions passing and 3 amendments approved.
✨Shoutout to David C. (11) for passing 2 public directives and receiving a Verbal Commendation in the ADHOC Committee for his outstanding diplomacy and problem solving skills.
✨Shoutout to Linda C. (12) for successfully completing her first MUN Conference; it`s never too late to try new things!
From delivering powerful speeches to crafting strategic policies, our students grew as diplomats, negotiators, and global thinkers. We are incredibly proud of their achievements and look forward to seeing them continue to grow and thrive!
#busanforeignschool #gecmun #highschool #keeplearning
This past weekend, eight dedicated BFS high school students participated in the 11th annual Global Education City Model UN Conference in Jeju, showcasing their diplomacy, critical thinking, and leadership skills.
💡 Highlights:
✨Two students chaired the Historical Committee on the Bretton-Woods Conference (1944)
Delegates drafted resolutions and amendments, with 2 resolutions passing and 3 amendments approved.
✨Shoutout to David C. (11) for passing 2 public directives and receiving a Verbal Commendation in the ADHOC Committee for his outstanding diplomacy and problem solving skills.
✨Shoutout to Linda C. (12) for successfully completing her first MUN Conference; it`s never too late to try new things!
From delivering powerful speeches to crafting strategic policies, our students grew as diplomats, negotiators, and global thinkers. We are incredibly proud of their achievements and look forward to seeing them continue to grow and thrive!
#busanforeignschool #gecmun #highschool #keeplearning
