British International School, Phuket

Phuket, Thailand

School Mission: Inspire Learning; Nurture Wellbeing; Ignite Passion
School Vision: Maximise student potential by delivering the highest standards of teaching and learning to an international community emphasising wellbeing and passion, on a green, well equipped campus.

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Family Reviewed – overall rating for teaching families

Would you recommend this school to other teaching families?

Highly recommend – excellent experience

Overall compensation package rating

Adequate, meets basic needs but not exceptional

Tuition benefits

2 children per teacher from 3 years old

Housing

Adequate (partial coverage requiring some out-of-pocket expense)

Flights

Annual round-trip flights for entire family

Healthcare

Good coverage with some limitations or co-pays

Good – reliable with some limitations

Adjustment for kids

Very easily – thrived immediately (young children)

Support for partners

Limited – there is minimal assistance offered by the school for teaching and non-teaching spouses

Thai laws make it very difficult for a non-teaching spouse to get other work locally. Online works is the most likely

Overall school community support for families

Excellent – extensive support network

Extracurricular opportunities for kids

Excellent – diverse, high-quality offerings

Most activities have additional fees but are reasonably priced

Retirement/pension benefits

There are retirement benefits but percentage TBC

School leadership rating & stability

Good – generally responsive and supportive

Mostly stable (occasional changes)

British International School Phuket – Additional Benefits

  • Professional development budget
  • Relocation allowance
  • Technology allowance/equipment
  • Free/subsidised school meals
  • Sick child days (separate from personal sick days)
  • Family events and inclusion in school community

Rent in the area has increased significantly in the last 3 years and the housing allowance hasn’t kept up.

Current Teacher with teaching spouse and two kids

Each teacher gets 30 days of personal leave per year including sick leave, if your kid’s sick, if you have a medical appointment etc.

Current Teacher

It is a very diverse school with an enormous range of extracurricular activities. There is so much opportunity for the kids. My advice for anyone looking to work here is to go for it. It’s a great place to be.

Current Teacher
Monkeys on a forest path in Phuket, Thailand
Serene view of a person worshipping inside ornate blue temple in Thailand
Boat cruise with breathaking views of lush cliffs in Phuket, Thailand. A sight you could get used to working at the British International School Phuket.

Many leaders have been promoted from within. There are a lot of people who have been here around 20 years.

Current Teacher

Saving on one salary as a family of four wasn’t possible (we did that our first year).

Current Teacher

The community, facilities and opportunities for our kids are the best things about this school. And the kind and friendly colleagues.

Current Teaching Family

Safety, Adaptability & Cost of Living

  • Safety: Excellent – very safe environment
  • Adaptability: Very easy – welcoming environment
  • Cost of Living: Affordable – comfortable lifestyle

General Overview for Teaching Families

25-40%

Adequate – manageable but busy

40 – 45 hours

Very flexible and accommodating

Good – adequate support for most needs

Family mentoring/buddy system, Regular family social events, Parent network groups

Living on one salary is tough and finding rental accommodation outside of school housing (which is limited) is becoming increasingly tough. You will also need a car.

Extensive support – Offers language classes, cultural orientation, HR assistance (housing, banking, healthcare), and ongoing help.

Active and busy families who like being outdoors and don’t mind the heat!

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