School spotlight: British International School, Phuket
Category: News
Published: 18 October 2023
International teachers
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Snapshot: British International School, Phuket (BISP)
Year founded: 1996 Public or private: Private school Profit/Not for profit: Profit Day or boarding: Day and Boarding Segregation type: Co-Educational Religious affiliation: None Curriculum: IB DP, United Kingdom, UK-IGCSE Instructional language: English Alternate instructional language: None Start grade: Nursery End grade: 13
About: British International School, Phuket (BISP)
Founded in 1996, British International School, Phuket (BISP) provides education for over 900 day and boarding students from approximately 60 different nationalities, with its alumni graduating from many top universities from around the world.
BISP aims to 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. The staff turnover each year is low (typically around 10%) and the average length of stay exceeds seven years.
In 2010, BISP received the Thailand Prime Minister’s Export Award for the ‘Best Service Provider in International Education’. In the same year, the World Education and Kidscovery Expo recognised BISP for ‘Outstanding Facilities and Curriculum Development’.
Over the last decade, BISP has strengthened its position as a quality international school, by initiating scholarship programmes and extending opportunities in the Arts and in Sport, thereby creating a truly holistic educational experience for the students. It has also established a reputation as one of the best sports competition venues in the region.
BISP maintains an extensive continuing professional education programme for its academic staff. The range of training covers the whole spectrum of school life, from subject specialist courses for the IB Diploma and Job-alike Workshops, to Life Saving, First Aid certifications and Fire safety training.
Ethos: British International School, Phuket (BISP)
The educational philosophy of the British International School, Phuket (BISP) is uniquely founded upon the model of a Triple Helix, where each of the three strands (Learning, Wellbeing and Passion) is identified as being interdependent and essential components of a balanced and productive life.
Learning at BISP is ‘holistic’, in that it cultivates the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive dimensions of the developing child.
While schools organise learning in ‘academic’ and ‘enrichment’ programmes, BISP does not limit learning to within the walls of any particular classroom or within the boundaries of any particular ‘subject’.
BISP understands that learning happens everywhere at any time. BISP’s model for holistic learning aims to develop the whole child, and to instill a lifelong love of learning through active engagement.
Facilities: British International School, Phuket (BISP)
Situated on a 44-acre campus, British International School, Phuket (BISP) boasts extensive and comprehensive facilities. BISP has an ongoing upgrade and development plan to ensure we can deliver our programmes in modern teaching spaces.
The majority of classrooms are situated in separate Secondary and Primary buildings. BISP Early Years section also benefits from its own purpose-built space.
Additional ‘breakout’ spaces are situated throughout the school for collaborative and project-based learning. A variety of teaching areas exist outside of the buildings ranging from the amphitheatre to garden spaces in Early Years.
Location: British International School, Phuket (BISP)
Teaching at British International School, Phuket (BISP) is education in paradise!
Living and working in Phuket as an expat is nothing short of a dream come true. The island, with its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and welcoming locals, offers a lifestyle that seamlessly blends relaxation with professional fulfillment.
Beyond work, the island provides a myriad of recreational activities, from water sports and hiking to exploring ancient temples and lush jungles. The sense of community among expats is palpable, creating a supportive and enriching environment.
With a perfect balance of work and play, Phuket captures the essence of a tropical paradise where professional success and a laid-back lifestyle harmoniously coexist.
Benefits: British International School, Phuket (BISP)
Number of Contract Days: 181 School days + 14 Staff days
Starting Salary Range: 80,000 baht to 154,500 baht. Initial contract is for 2 years, subsequent contract is also 2 years, then 1-year contracts. Contracts offered are subject to a successful performance management. Signing-on Bonus of 1 month salary for each contract. Bonus is awarded in September salary.
Taxes: 20-30%.
Savings Potential: Saving potential is good but much depends upon lifestyle and the desire to take advantage of Phuket as a travel base hub.
Accommodation: School assigned housing (3 bedrooms); or Housing Allowance (taxable) Single: 30,000 baht per month Couple: 35,000 baht per month.
Retirement: Pension Plan Thai providential fund (3% contribution). Three years minimum to get matched employer contribution. (Tax Free)
Flights/Transport: Teacher + dependents at beginning & end of contract (and mid contract in 3rd year) (Option of taking 80% flight allowance less tax, in cash)
Furniture: School assigned housing is fully furnished.
Moving Allowance: Resettlement Allowance -10,000 baht on arrival. Freight Allowance Teacher – 28,000 baht; Partner – 28,000 baht; Children – 14,000 baht per family
Dependent Opportunities: Education Scholarships awarded (100% tuition fees) to 2 school age dependent children per teacher contract.
Medical: Worldwide plan (no dental program) Deductible (7,000 baht) Co Pay 10% on Outpatient Services
The majority of our new international faculty now come to us through Schrole. In fact, our school exclusively uses Schrole as our global recruitment tool, having tried and stopped using other sites. This is how much faith we have in Schrole as a valuable resource with good customer service.
Donald Holder
Foreign Principal
Tsinghua International School, Daoxiang Lake
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