F1 in Schools is a global educational initiative and competition that challenges students to design, build, and race miniature Formula 1-style cars using computer-aided design (CAD) and manufacturing techniques. It combines aspects of engineering, science, technology, and entrepreneurship to provide students with hands-on experience in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields.


Team-based Competition: Students work in teams, each assigned specific roles such as team manager, design engineer, manufacturing engineer, and marketing manager.

Design and Engineering: Teams use 3D CAD software to design miniature F1 cars (typically made from a block of balsa wood), focusing on aerodynamics, speed, and accuracy. They also apply computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to test how air flows around their car designs.

Manufacturing and Testing: The cars are manufactured using CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining and tested for speed, performance, and compliance with competition rules.

Business and Sponsorship: Besides engineering, teams are responsible for creating a brand, marketing their car, and finding sponsorships. This teaches students business acumen and teamwork.

the Race: The final step of the competition is racing the cars on a 20-meter-long track using compressed CO2 canisters to propel them. The cars can reach impressive speeds of up to 75 km/h (46 mph) in just a second.

Judging Criteria: Teams are judged not only on the speed of their car but also on their car’s engineering design, marketing strategies, portfolio presentations, and team collaboration.

Global Reach: F1 in Schools operates in over 50 countries and culminates in a World Finals event where national champions compete for the title of world champion.