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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ittle Sharks on the move!
Our 3- and 4-year-old Early Childhood learners enjoyed structured play activities focused on teamwork, movement, and fun! From goal-setting to practicing listening skills, our youngest learners showed that learning happens everywhere — especially outdoors on a beautiful day.
#BFSSharkValues #BusanForeignSchool #EarlyChildhood #LearningThroughPlay #StructuredPlay #InternationalSchool #Busan #PlayBasedLearning
ittle Sharks on the move!
Our 3- and 4-year-old Early Childhood learners enjoyed structured play activities focused on teamwork, movement, and fun! From goal-setting to practicing listening skills, our youngest learners showed that learning happens everywhere — especially outdoors on a beautiful day.
#BFSSharkValues #BusanForeignSchool #EarlyChildhood #LearningThroughPlay #StructuredPlay #InternationalSchool #Busan #PlayBasedLearning
Join us for the final PTSO meeting of the school year! ☕️
Parents and guardians are warmly invited to enjoy coffee with the principals and connect with the BFS community as we wrap up another wonderful year together. This is a great opportunity to reflect on the year, share thoughts, and hear school updates in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
📅 Friday, May 15th
🕚 11:00 AM
📍 BFS Auditorium (B1)
We hope to see you there!
#BusanForeignSchool #BFS #PTSO #BFSCommunity #CoffeeWithThePrincipals
Join us for the final PTSO meeting of the school year! ☕️
Parents and guardians are warmly invited to enjoy coffee with the principals and connect with the BFS community as we wrap up another wonderful year together. This is a great opportunity to reflect on the year, share thoughts, and hear school updates in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
📅 Friday, May 15th
🕚 11:00 AM
📍 BFS Auditorium (B1)
We hope to see you there!
#BusanForeignSchool #BFS #PTSO #BFSCommunity #CoffeeWithThePrincipals
Creativity was on full display at the BFS Elementary Spring Concert & Art Showcase!
From painting and design to recorder, ukulele, Orff, singing, and foreign language performances, our elementary students amazed the audience with their talent and confidence. We enjoyed everything from African proverbs to American folk music, along with traditional Spanish and Korean songs performed by our language classes.
A special shoutout to Grade 5 student Ryan R., who performed his award-winning original composition Santa is Sigma before the concert began!
The event ended with the entire elementary school coming together for a festive grand finale celebrating the arts, creativity, and community spirit at BFS.
#BFSSharkValues #BusanForeignSchool #BFS #FineArts #ElementaryConcert #StudentCreativity #ArtsEducation #InternationalSchool
Creativity was on full display at the BFS Elementary Spring Concert & Art Showcase!
From painting and design to recorder, ukulele, Orff, singing, and foreign language performances, our elementary students amazed the audience with their talent and confidence. We enjoyed everything from African proverbs to American folk music, along with traditional Spanish and Korean songs performed by our language classes.
A special shoutout to Grade 5 student Ryan R., who performed his award-winning original composition Santa is Sigma before the concert began!
The event ended with the entire elementary school coming together for a festive grand finale celebrating the arts, creativity, and community spirit at BFS.
#BFSSharkValues #BusanForeignSchool #BFS #FineArts #ElementaryConcert #StudentCreativity #ArtsEducation #InternationalSchool
Our Sharks left it all on the court at the SKAIS elementary school Basketball Finals hosted at DIS on Friday!
From start to finish, our players showed teamwork, determination, and Shark spirit throughout the tournament. The Boys A Team battled their way to a strong 2nd place finish.
A huge thank you to coaches Phillips and Harvey, along with HS assistants Christy and Maiya, for their dedication and support all season long. We are so proud of our Sharks and the way they represented BFS both on and off the court!
#BFSSharkValues #BFSAthletics #GoSharks #StudentAthletes #BusanForeignSchool
Our Sharks left it all on the court at the SKAIS elementary school Basketball Finals hosted at DIS on Friday!
From start to finish, our players showed teamwork, determination, and Shark spirit throughout the tournament. The Boys A Team battled their way to a strong 2nd place finish.
A huge thank you to coaches Phillips and Harvey, along with HS assistants Christy and Maiya, for their dedication and support all season long. We are so proud of our Sharks and the way they represented BFS both on and off the court!
#BFSSharkValues #BFSAthletics #GoSharks #StudentAthletes #BusanForeignSchool
Busan Foreign School was featured in Busan City’s May 2026 official magazine, recognizing BFS as part of Busan’s growing multicultural community! 🌏
Read the feature (pages 6–7): https://book.busan.go.kr/Viewer/2TR8Z4QOPK3J
Cultures from around the world came together at the annual Spring Fair at Busan Foreign School!
From cultural foods and traditional games to student performances and traditional dress, the BFS community came together to celebrate the diversity that makes both our school and the city of Busan so special. Guests enjoyed performances by the BFS Tae Kwon Do Club and the energetic “Bollywood Beats” dance group, while families and friends spent the day connecting across cultures, traditions, and communities.
Be sure to check out @busancity_globe reels for Spring Fair highlights from Busan City!
At BFS, diversity is not just something we talk about — it’s something we live every day.
#BFSSharkValues #BusanForeignSchool #BFS #InternationalSchool #Busan #GlobalCommunity #BusanisGood
Busan Foreign School was featured in Busan City’s May 2026 official magazine, recognizing BFS as part of Busan’s growing multicultural community! 🌏
Read the feature (pages 6–7): https://book.busan.go.kr/Viewer/2TR8Z4QOPK3J
Cultures from around the world came together at the annual Spring Fair at Busan Foreign School!
From cultural foods and traditional games to student performances and traditional dress, the BFS community came together to celebrate the diversity that makes both our school and the city of Busan so special. Guests enjoyed performances by the BFS Tae Kwon Do Club and the energetic “Bollywood Beats” dance group, while families and friends spent the day connecting across cultures, traditions, and communities.
Be sure to check out @busancity_globe reels for Spring Fair highlights from Busan City!
At BFS, diversity is not just something we talk about — it’s something we live every day.
#BFSSharkValues #BusanForeignSchool #BFS #InternationalSchool #Busan #GlobalCommunity #BusanisGood
BFS Service Club students are turning ideas into real-world impact!
From hospital partnerships and healthcare advocacy to refugee support and student-led challenges, our students are leading meaningful change in the Busan community.
More than just projects—this is real learning. Real challenges. Real growth.
This is service in action. This is #BFSSharkValues
#BFSSharkValues #BFSServiceClub #JordanHattar #Help4Refugees #endometriosisawareness
BFS Service Club students are turning ideas into real-world impact!
From hospital partnerships and healthcare advocacy to refugee support and student-led challenges, our students are leading meaningful change in the Busan community.
More than just projects—this is real learning. Real challenges. Real growth.
This is service in action. This is #BFSSharkValues
#BFSSharkValues #BFSServiceClub #JordanHattar #Help4Refugees #endometriosisawareness
25 days to go!
Our EC Alphabet Countdown kicked off with B & C—bubbles and chalk!
Through play, creativity, and exploration, our students are expressing themselves and building confidence every day.
Inspired by Reggio Emilia and guided by our SHARK values
More alphabet fun coming soon… summer is almost here!
#BFSSharkValue #PlayBasedLearning #SchoolLife #InternationalSchool #ReggioEmilia
25 days to go!
Our EC Alphabet Countdown kicked off with B & C—bubbles and chalk!
Through play, creativity, and exploration, our students are expressing themselves and building confidence every day.
Inspired by Reggio Emilia and guided by our SHARK values
More alphabet fun coming soon… summer is almost here!
#BFSSharkValue #PlayBasedLearning #SchoolLife #InternationalSchool #ReggioEmilia
Perfect weather + global community = an unforgettable Spring Fair at Busan Foreign School!
From games and face painting to taekwondo demos and our Bollywood Beats dancers — the energy was incredible. Cultural booths brought together food, traditions, and smiles from around the world.
Huge shoutout to our PTSO and communications team for making it all happen!
A true celebration of community, culture, and connection
#BFSSharkValues #BusanLife #SpringFair #InternationalSchool #GlobalCommunity
Perfect weather + global community = an unforgettable Spring Fair at Busan Foreign School!
From games and face painting to taekwondo demos and our Bollywood Beats dancers — the energy was incredible. Cultural booths brought together food, traditions, and smiles from around the world.
Huge shoutout to our PTSO and communications team for making it all happen!
A true celebration of community, culture, and connection
#BFSSharkValues #BusanLife #SpringFair #InternationalSchool #GlobalCommunity
