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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Learning Beyond the Classroom!
Our BFS Early Childhood students recently visited our neighborhood fire station, just one block away from campus!
Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to learning, our youngest Sharks explore the world around them through curiosity, discovery, and meaningful real-world experiences.
Meeting local firefighters, seeing fire trucks up close, and learning about fire safety brought classroom learning to life while helping students discover the important role firefighters play in keeping our community safe.
A big thank you to our neighborhood firefighters for welcoming our young Sharks and helping them connect with the community right outside our doors! 🦈
#BusanForeignSchool #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ReggioEmilia
Learning Beyond the Classroom!
Our BFS Early Childhood students recently visited our neighborhood fire station, just one block away from campus!
Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to learning, our youngest Sharks explore the world around them through curiosity, discovery, and meaningful real-world experiences.
Meeting local firefighters, seeing fire trucks up close, and learning about fire safety brought classroom learning to life while helping students discover the important role firefighters play in keeping our community safe.
A big thank you to our neighborhood firefighters for welcoming our young Sharks and helping them connect with the community right outside our doors! 🦈
#BusanForeignSchool #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ReggioEmilia
Exploring Culture and Tradition at BFS!
Our Elementary and Middle School students recently learned about Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), a Mexican tradition that celebrates the memories of loved ones and the importance of family.
Through stories, discussions, and hands-on activities, students explored the meaning behind colorful marigolds, papel picado, and traditional ofrendas. They also created their own artwork inspired by the celebration.
It was a wonderful opportunity to learn about a different cultural tradition and the many ways families around the world honor their loved ones.
Learning about cultures. Broadening perspectives.
#BusanForeignSchool #DíaDeLosMuertos #CulturalLearning #GlobalCitizenship #BFSSharks
Exploring Culture and Tradition at BFS!
Our Elementary and Middle School students recently learned about Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), a Mexican tradition that celebrates the memories of loved ones and the importance of family.
Through stories, discussions, and hands-on activities, students explored the meaning behind colorful marigolds, papel picado, and traditional ofrendas. They also created their own artwork inspired by the celebration.
It was a wonderful opportunity to learn about a different cultural tradition and the many ways families around the world honor their loved ones.
Learning about cultures. Broadening perspectives.
#BusanForeignSchool #DíaDeLosMuertos #CulturalLearning #GlobalCitizenship #BFSSharks
BFS Sharks Compete in the Songdo Cup!
What a weekend for our BFS Middle School Boys Soccer team!
Our Sharks traveled to Chadwick International School in Incheon to compete in the 3 Day Songdo Cup Tournament, an international school soccer tournament bringing together young athletes from Korea and beyond.
Facing strong competition among 14 teams across different divisions, BFS secured 3rd place in Division B, bringing home a well-earned bronze medal!
With tremendous improvement over last year`s performance it was a fantastic display of teamwork, determination, and Shark spirit.
Congratulations, Sharks!
#BFSSharks #BusanForeignSchool #SongdoCup #MiddleSchoolSoccer #SharkPride
BFS Sharks Compete in the Songdo Cup!
What a weekend for our BFS Middle School Boys Soccer team!
Our Sharks traveled to Chadwick International School in Incheon to compete in the 3 Day Songdo Cup Tournament, an international school soccer tournament bringing together young athletes from Korea and beyond.
Facing strong competition among 14 teams across different divisions, BFS secured 3rd place in Division B, bringing home a well-earned bronze medal!
With tremendous improvement over last year`s performance it was a fantastic display of teamwork, determination, and Shark spirit.
Congratulations, Sharks!
#BFSSharks #BusanForeignSchool #SongdoCup #MiddleSchoolSoccer #SharkPride
DISCOVER BFS!
Your Journey Starts Here!
For 30 years, Busan Foreign School has been a place where students learn, grow, and belong. Now, we`d love to welcome your family to discover what makes BFS special!
Join us for our BFS Open House, November 20–21, and experience our welcoming community, engaging curriculum, and commitment to helping every student thrive.
What’s Waiting for You?
✅ Meet our school leadership and Admissions team
✅ Discover our academic programs and student life
✅ Learn how we support every student`s growth
✅ Explore the admissions process
✅ Ask questions and connect with our community!
OPEN HOUSE DATES
🗓️ Friday, November 20
🕙 10:00 AM | 1:00 PM
🗓️ Saturday, November 21
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Busan Foreign School
30 Years of Learning. Growing. Belonging.
Register through the link in our bio!
#BusanForeignSchool #BFSOpenHouse #DiscoverBFS #BFS30Years #InternationalSchoolBusan #AmericanEducation
DISCOVER BFS!
Your Journey Starts Here!
For 30 years, Busan Foreign School has been a place where students learn, grow, and belong. Now, we`d love to welcome your family to discover what makes BFS special!
Join us for our BFS Open House, November 20–21, and experience our welcoming community, engaging curriculum, and commitment to helping every student thrive.
What’s Waiting for You?
✅ Meet our school leadership and Admissions team
✅ Discover our academic programs and student life
✅ Learn how we support every student`s growth
✅ Explore the admissions process
✅ Ask questions and connect with our community!
OPEN HOUSE DATES
🗓️ Friday, November 20
🕙 10:00 AM | 1:00 PM
🗓️ Saturday, November 21
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Busan Foreign School
30 Years of Learning. Growing. Belonging.
Register through the link in our bio!
#BusanForeignSchool #BFSOpenHouse #DiscoverBFS #BFS30Years #InternationalSchoolBusan #AmericanEducation
BFS was BOO-tifully spooky today!
Costumes, candy, games, crafts, and smiles all around! From elementary to high school, students, teachers, and parents joined in the Halloween fun!
A HUGE shoutout to our nearly 50 amazing PTSO parent volunteers who made our annual Trick-or-Treat Parade and festivities such a success!
That`s the BFS community spirit!
#BusanForeignSchool #BFSSharks #HalloweenAtBFS #BFSCommunity #HappyHalloween
BFS was BOO-tifully spooky today!
Costumes, candy, games, crafts, and smiles all around! From elementary to high school, students, teachers, and parents joined in the Halloween fun!
A HUGE shoutout to our nearly 50 amazing PTSO parent volunteers who made our annual Trick-or-Treat Parade and festivities such a success!
That`s the BFS community spirit!
#BusanForeignSchool #BFSSharks #HalloweenAtBFS #BFSCommunity #HappyHalloween
Fire Safety Starts with Our Youngest Sharks!
October is Fire Safety Awareness Month, and BFS welcomed some special visitors to help our students learn the importance of staying safe!
Sparky the Fire Dog joined firefighters from the CFAC Fire Department in Chinhae to teach our youngest learners essential fire safety skills.
Our school community also participated in Busan`s annual city-sponsored fire drill with the Haeundae Fire Department, putting emergency preparedness into practice.
A huge thank you to both fire departments for taking the time to help our Sharks learn how to stay safe, stay calm, and be prepared!
#BusanForeignSchool #BFSSharks #FireSafety #SafetyFirst #BFSCommunity
Fire Safety Starts with Our Youngest Sharks!
October is Fire Safety Awareness Month, and BFS welcomed some special visitors to help our students learn the importance of staying safe!
Sparky the Fire Dog joined firefighters from the CFAC Fire Department in Chinhae to teach our youngest learners essential fire safety skills.
Our school community also participated in Busan`s annual city-sponsored fire drill with the Haeundae Fire Department, putting emergency preparedness into practice.
A huge thank you to both fire departments for taking the time to help our Sharks learn how to stay safe, stay calm, and be prepared!
#BusanForeignSchool #BFSSharks #FireSafety #SafetyFirst #BFSCommunity
BFS Middle School Choir at the Busan Choral Festival!
Sometimes the best way to learn is to listen to the experts!
On October 23, our BFS Middle School Choir students visited the Busan Cinema Center for a special concert as part of the Busan Choral Festival, featuring performances by the Missouri State University Chorale, Dankook Master Chorale, and Hansei Concert Choir.
It was a great opportunity for our young singers to experience accomplished choirs firsthand and gain a better appreciation for the teamwork, precision, and musical expression that go into a great performance.
From vocal harmonies and blending to the energy of a live performance, there was plenty to listen to, learn from, and hopefully bring back to their own choir rehearsals!
A wonderful evening of music and a great learning experience beyond the classroom!
#BusanForeignSchool #BFSSharks #BusanChoralFestival #MusicEducation
BFS Middle School Choir at the Busan Choral Festival!
Sometimes the best way to learn is to listen to the experts!
On October 23, our BFS Middle School Choir students visited the Busan Cinema Center for a special concert as part of the Busan Choral Festival, featuring performances by the Missouri State University Chorale, Dankook Master Chorale, and Hansei Concert Choir.
It was a great opportunity for our young singers to experience accomplished choirs firsthand and gain a better appreciation for the teamwork, precision, and musical expression that go into a great performance.
From vocal harmonies and blending to the energy of a live performance, there was plenty to listen to, learn from, and hopefully bring back to their own choir rehearsals!
A wonderful evening of music and a great learning experience beyond the classroom!
#BusanForeignSchool #BFSSharks #BusanChoralFestival #MusicEducation
High School Fun Day – Student Leadership in Action!
Sometimes the best way to appreciate what goes into organizing a school event is to do it yourself!
Our High School Student Council took the lead in planning this year’s Fun Day at Vaunce Universe Busan, and quickly discovered that organizing an off-campus adventure isn‘t quite as easy as it looks!
Buses, food, permission slips, facility reservations, emergency kits, safety planning, and a hundred little details in between. By the time everything came together, our student organizers admitted they had a newfound appreciation for their teachers and all the behind-the-scenes work that goes into making these events happen!
But in the end, it was all worth it! Students from across all high school grade levels came together for a day of fun, laughter, teamwork, and some friendly competition. It was a great opportunity to strengthen friendships, build school spirit, and blow off a little steam after a busy first quarter.
A little leadership, a lot of logistics, and a whole lot of fun! Great job, Student Council!
#BusanForeignSchool #BFS #BFSSharks #HighSchool #FunDay
High School Fun Day – Student Leadership in Action!
Sometimes the best way to appreciate what goes into organizing a school event is to do it yourself!
Our High School Student Council took the lead in planning this year’s Fun Day at Vaunce Universe Busan, and quickly discovered that organizing an off-campus adventure isn‘t quite as easy as it looks!
Buses, food, permission slips, facility reservations, emergency kits, safety planning, and a hundred little details in between. By the time everything came together, our student organizers admitted they had a newfound appreciation for their teachers and all the behind-the-scenes work that goes into making these events happen!
But in the end, it was all worth it! Students from across all high school grade levels came together for a day of fun, laughter, teamwork, and some friendly competition. It was a great opportunity to strengthen friendships, build school spirit, and blow off a little steam after a busy first quarter.
A little leadership, a lot of logistics, and a whole lot of fun! Great job, Student Council!
#BusanForeignSchool #BFS #BFSSharks #HighSchool #FunDay
