Developed to introduce students to STEM subjects in the most engaging way possible – through the creation of a miniature F1 car – STEM RACING (Formerly F1 in Schools) is an educational project like no other. Designed for teachers, informed by engineers, and endorsed by F1, this programme sets students on the fast track to STEM success; and provides a lot of fun on the way there.

EESW are the Wales Regional event hosts and are also a STEM Racing™ Manufacturing Centre.

School Registration 2025/26

There are two stages to registration. The first stage is to register the number of teams, however as places are limited, please only register the number of teams that you expect to enter.

How it works

Schools can enter up to 5 teams of 3-6 pupils to take part in designing and manufacturing the fastest car possible, emulating the processes employed by real engineering companies before preparing their cars ready to race. Teams are assessed on the speed of the car, design and engineering, verbal presentation and even their pit display.

Teams compete for prestigious awards with the chance of representing Wales at the National and World Finals.

For more information see: https://www.stemracing.com/basic-steps.html

Please note: From September 2025, EESW will no longer receive funding to provide this activity free of charge to maintained schools in Wales. Please see costs to participate below.

Schools do not necessarily need to cover all costs, as pupils should seek funding through sponsorship as part of the programme.

Why take part

✔ The challenge inspires students to develop their STEM skills and learn about physics, aerodynamics, design, manufacture, branding, graphics, sponsorship, marketing, leadership/teamwork, media skills and financial strategy, and apply them in a practical, imaginative, competitive and exciting way.

✔ EESW will help you through the registration process, and will also provide support to get started and can machine your cars prior to the regional events (see costs below).

✔ EESW can also deliver in-school race days, tailored to your needs (see costs below). This can involve whole classes or year groups and can be delivered in your school hall. Winning teams may then be selected to attend the regional finals.

✔ The Premier Global CAD/CAM Partner of STEM RACING, Autodesk provides all participants with free access to a fantastic range of software and learning resources.

Primary Schools

Primary Class costs

✔ Primary class - Ages 9 to 11

Options for delivery	Primary
1. Registration only (per team up to 6 pupils) Includes entry to North or South Wales regional event If you would like to deliver this activity yourself, you can purchase class packs here	£10
2. Class Introduction Session Includes: Registration and entry to North or South Wales regional event (for 5 teams) Supply of class kit to make 5 cars (30 pupils) 1 x 2 hour in-school Getting Started support session on car building and body development	£250
3. Supply of kits and Testing Event Includes: Registration and entry to North or South Wales regional event (for 5 teams) Supply of class kit to make 5 cars (30 pupils) 1 x 2 hour in-school testing event using official race gear and supply of 10 gas canisters (2 per team)	£265
4. Class Introduction Session, Supply of kits and Testing Event Includes: Registration and entry to North or South Wales regional event (for 5 teams) Supply of class kit to make 5 cars (30 pupils) 1 x 2 hour in-school Getting Started support session on car building and body development 1 x 2 hour in-school testing event using official race gear and supply of gas canisters	£495

Secondary Schools

Classes and costs

✔ Entry class - Ages 11 to 14

✔ Development class - Ages 11 to 19

✔ Professional class - Ages 14 to 19

Cost	Entry	Development	Professional
Registration (per team) Includes entry to North or South Wales regional event	£25	£100	£100
Car manufacturing (per car) Includes machining of car using official STEM Racing Model Block plus standard wheels and axles	£75 (£50 second car same design)	£75 (£50 second car same design)	£75 (£50 second car same design)
* Optional addition In-school or extra-curricular Getting Started support session (2 hours)	£175	N/A	N/A

If you are able to machine your own car, you can purchase STEM Racing Model Blocks here