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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.

Our SHARK Values

  • Develop empathy and awareness for being inclusive of different opinions and experiences
  • Gain an understanding and appreciation of various cultures
  • Demonstrate an ability to work well in individual and group settings
  • Demonstrate ethical social and academic behaviors
  • Formulate and pursue goals as lifelong learners
  • Value every life situation as a learning experience and embrace failure as a learning opportunity
  • Practice healthy personal, lifelong behaviors
  • Develop persistence and diligence to achieve quality work with integrity
  • Communicate clearly and authentically in English
  • Develop confidence to actively communicate and share ideas
  • Listen and respond constructively when collaborating with others
  • Recognize unfairness and injustice and advocate for self and others
  • Engage and inspire positivity in peers
  • Become responsible citizens with an understanding of respect and diversity
  • Care for the safety and welfare of self and others
  • Develop awareness and recognize a responsibility to stand up to exclusion, prejudice, bias, and injustice.
  • Exhibit self-motivation and self-discipline and accept individual and group responsibility.
  • Make an effort for individual progress
  • Be adaptable and apply one’s experiences
  • Develop creatively, artistically, and athletically
  • Develop critical thinking skills and the ability to logically reason
  • Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information and apply learning to a variety of different contexts
  • Develop and apply problem-solving strategies to real-life situations
  • Be innovative by developing creative solutions
  • BFS Sharks apply knowledge and demonstrate understanding

99.8%

ATTEND POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION

20+

NATIONALITIES

7:1

STUDENT-TO-TEACHER RATIO

97%

STUDENTS SCORED 3 OR HIGHER ON AP EXAMS

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Happy Summer Break, BFS!
That’s a wrap for the 2024–25 school year! This year has been filled with growth, connection, and achievement. From a new mission and vision to record-breaking AP results and major campus upgrades—it’s been a year to remember. 🎉 Take a look back at the highlights that made this year so special and what’s in store for BFS updates over the summer in the article below.
 👉 https://busanforeignschool.org/2025/06/05/highlights-of-the-2024-25-school-year/
A huge thank you to our students, staff, families, and PTSO for making this year unforgettable. Let’s keep growing, together. Have a fantastic summer! ☀️

 #BFSSharks #YearInReview #KeepGrowing #InternationalSchool

Happy Summer Break, BFS!
That’s a wrap for the 2024–25 school year! This year has been filled with growth, connection, and achievement. From a new mission and vision to record-breaking AP results and major campus upgrades—it’s been a year to remember. 🎉 Take a look back at the highlights that made this year so special and what’s in store for BFS updates over the summer in the article below.
👉 https://busanforeignschool.org/2025/06/05/highlights-of-the-2024-25-school-year/
A huge thank you to our students, staff, families, and PTSO for making this year unforgettable. Let’s keep growing, together. Have a fantastic summer! ☀️

#BFSSharks #YearInReview #KeepGrowing #InternationalSchool
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Here’s a highlights video of the Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony for the entire BFS community to enjoy and celebrate together. 🎥✨

🎓 On June 6th, 2025, we celebrated the incredible BFS Class of 2025! With parents, teachers, and members of the community all gathered together, we honored our outstanding—small but mighty—graduates.

Some seniors had been with us since they were itty-bitty, while others joined just a few years ago. No matter when they arrived, we were honored to witness their growth and be a part of their journey.

The evening was heartfelt and inspiring, featuring wise words from our keynote speaker, Ms. Eun-Ha Park, former South Korean diplomat, as well as speeches from Salutatorian Miru E. and Valedictorian Lauren L. They spoke of diversity, female empowerment, cherished memories, and the importance of staying connected.

We were proud to cheer them on as they prepared to take on their next adventures. We have no doubt they’ll each make their mark on the world. Just remember—once a SHARK, always a SHARK! 💙🦈

#busanforeignschool #부산외국인학교 #BFS ##BFSClassOf2025 #GraduationHighlights #BFSGraduation #OnceASharkAlwaysAShark #BFSCommunity #ClassOf2025

Here’s a highlights video of the Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony for the entire BFS community to enjoy and celebrate together. 🎥✨

🎓 On June 6th, 2025, we celebrated the incredible BFS Class of 2025! With parents, teachers, and members of the community all gathered together, we honored our outstanding—small but mighty—graduates.

Some seniors had been with us since they were itty-bitty, while others joined just a few years ago. No matter when they arrived, we were honored to witness their growth and be a part of their journey.

The evening was heartfelt and inspiring, featuring wise words from our keynote speaker, Ms. Eun-Ha Park, former South Korean diplomat, as well as speeches from Salutatorian Miru E. and Valedictorian Lauren L. They spoke of diversity, female empowerment, cherished memories, and the importance of staying connected.

We were proud to cheer them on as they prepared to take on their next adventures. We have no doubt they’ll each make their mark on the world. Just remember—once a SHARK, always a SHARK! 💙🦈

#busanforeignschool #부산외국인학교 #BFS ##BFSClassOf2025 #GraduationHighlights #BFSGraduation #OnceASharkAlwaysAShark #BFSCommunity #ClassOf2025
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💙 Look who stopped by BFS for a visit—Class of 2011 alum KJ Moon! After graduating from BFS, KJ went on to attend UNC Chapel Hill, then made his way out west to Seattle. There, he built a dynamic career that included roles in fintech, community organizing, the non-profit sector, and even education. Now, he’s preparing for his next big chapter: medical school at the University of Washington this fall. Way to go, KJ—we’re so proud of you, and it was wonderful to see you back on campus! #BFSalumni #Classof2011 🦈

💙 Look who stopped by BFS for a visit—Class of 2011 alum KJ Moon! After graduating from BFS, KJ went on to attend UNC Chapel Hill, then made his way out west to Seattle. There, he built a dynamic career that included roles in fintech, community organizing, the non-profit sector, and even education. Now, he’s preparing for his next big chapter: medical school at the University of Washington this fall. Way to go, KJ—we’re so proud of you, and it was wonderful to see you back on campus! #BFSalumni #Classof2011 🦈 ...

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