The purpose of this study is to find out what are the challenges felt by teachers in applying the student team achievement divisions (STAD) strategy in teaching English and the supporting factors in applying the student team achievement divisions (STAD) strategy in teaching English. This qualitative research uses descriptive-qualitative methods. This research involves one English teacher at SMP Pesantren As Salam Pontianak. Data were collected through interviews and documentation methods. The research findings revealed two challenges in implementing the student team achievement divisions (STAD) strategy in teaching English: limited access to facilities and technology at school, and time constraints. As for the supporting factors in implementing the student team achievement divisions (STAD) strategy in teaching English, the researcher's findings were teacher competence and school facilities. This research is intended to be a valuable resource for educators exploring innovative strategies for teaching English

Keywords: EFL,Teaching English, Teaching Strategy, Student Team Achievement Divisions (STAD)