Awareness of the Solomon Islands culture; in particular, the promotion of the concept of ‘unity in diversity’, the need for equity, and inclusiveness.

Traditional scientific knowledge and skills; their integration with the western scientific knowledge and skills; the importance of traditional technologies for appropriate use of the environment and its resources.

Realisation that learning is a lifelong experience; encouragement of innovation, creativity, and a positive view of learning post-school.

Investigations and experiments develop open- mindedness, curiosity, creativity, and a capacity to solve problems in everyday life.

Development of positive, moral and ethical values, respect for others, based on personal integrity and social responsibility; focused on: values education; civics and citizenship.

The development of a sense of responsibility, and orientation towards preservation of the country’s natural resources and environment are the intended learning outcomes of the sub strands in the program. Development of values and attitudes, promoting peace, unity in our diverse and multi-ethnic society.

Development of positive attitudes with the mind and heart to create peace, reconciliation and living in harmony in a multi-ethnic, diverse community.

Use of appropriate traditional and modern technology to improve livelihoods and community standards of living.

The syllabus is concerned with solutions of practical problems, the application of learning, exploring phenomena, thinking laterally, developing strategies for problem solving and making predictions. The emphasis on practical skills may be used in productive ways and is fundamental for job creation and to discourage destructive ways as studied in science.

The development of entrepreneurial skills for job creation through initiative and creativity.

The syllabus is concerned with solutions of practical problems, the application of learning, exploring phenomena, thinking laterally, developing strategies for problem solving and making predictions. The emphasis on practical skills may be used in productive ways and is fundamental for job creation and to discourage destructive ways as studied in science.

The development of positive attitudes and values towards the preservation and conservation of the environment and adaptation and management of the effects of climate change.

The concept in the syllabus offers learners to appreciate the importance of looking after your environment. A clean environment reduces the risk of getting ill. The syllabus also offers knowledge and skills to preserve and conserve our resources that are important to small island state like ours. Learning the scientific knowledge about the causes of climate changes is paramount to make informed decisions about the adverse impact it has on all living organisms.

Development of the whole person including social, physical, mental and spiritual life of the individual, environmental and health awareness and good health practices.

The syllabus offers holistic approach to the learner; it provides basic scientific knowledge to live harmoniously with the environment and people around.