First Aid in Schools

The St John First Aid in Schools (FAiS) program teaches life-saving skills to students, helping them respond confidently when it matters most.

Sessions are age-appropriate and hands-on, covering critical skills including CPR, bleeding control, and managing burns. Students also take part in an Ambulance Tour — meeting our clinicians and learning how emergency services work. The program is delivered free of charge at your school by St John instructors.

What is covered

Sessions are tailored to each year group. Select a level to see what is taught.

Kindergarten to Year 2 — Junior Primary First Aid Awareness
  • How to be a good first aider
  • Recognising dangers at home and school
  • Understanding big accidents vs small accidents
  • How to call for help — phone 111
  • Recognising ambulances and ambulance officers
  • Age-appropriate treatment for minor bleeds and burns

Duration: 45 minutes

Year 3 and 4 — Middle Primary Basic First Aid
  • The role of a first aider and seeking assistance
  • Introduction to the DRSABCD Action Plan:
    • Checking for Danger
    • Assessing Response
    • Sending for help
    • Clearing the airway and checking for breathing
    • Managing an unconscious, breathing patient (recovery position)
    • CPR demonstration
  • Treating major bleeding, nose bleeds, and burns

Duration: 60 minutes

Year 5 and 6 — Senior Primary Basic First Aid
  • What first aid is and why it matters
  • Seeking assistance during emergencies
  • Introduction to the DRSABCD Action Plan:
    • Checking for Danger
    • Assessing Response (conscious and unconscious patients)
    • Sending for help — calling 111
    • Opening an airway and checking for breathing
    • Managing an unconscious, breathing patient (recovery position)
  • Major bleeding, nose bleeds, and burn treatment

Duration: 60 minutes

Year 7 and above — Secondary Basic First Aid
  • The role of a first aider and seeking assistance
  • Full DRSABCD Action Plan including CPR and AED use
  • Managing severe bleeding, burns, and choking
  • Recognising and treating asthma and anaphylaxis
  • Scenario-based learning to practise first aid skills

Duration: 90 minutes

The FAiS program is available to schools across Solomon Islands. Sessions are delivered by St John instructors and are free of charge.

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