F1 in Schools News

ENGINEERS OF TOMORROW RACE TO THE CHALLENGE AT THE 'BIG BANG'

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:20:42 GMT

The pressure is mounting for school students up and down the country as they prepare for next month�s finals of two prestigious competitions, F1 in Schools national finals of the GT in Schools Challenge and Primary F1 in Schools Challenge. Teams will be competing in the finals at the 2010 Big Bang: UK Young Scientists� and Engineers� Fair at Manchester Central Convention Complex from 11-13 March 2010.

Both GT and Primary F1 are part of a global initiative which uses the high-profile and high tech world of F1 and GT racing to engage with students and introduce them to engineering in a very compelling, and unique, educational programme. Students from as young as nine years old have taken up the challenge to design, manufacture and race a miniature compressed air-powered racing car.

The main F1 in Schools programme has been running for a decade and has been piloted in primary schools for the last two years. 12 teams have won through to the UK Finals from a series of regional events and they will now compete head-to-head for the accolade of Primary F1 in Schools UK Champions, the first time that this competition has taken place on a national level.

GT in Schools is aimed at students aged from 11 � 18 years (Key stages 3-5) and the challenge is to design, build and race a model GT sports car, closely following the real life process which engineers in automotive companies such as Jaguar Land Rover follow including sketching, modelling, analysing and testing as well as racing. The GT in Schools finals draws together regional finalist teams to compete against each other for the national title and a special trophy and prize presented by Jaguar Land Rover.

Les Ratcliffe, Head of Community Relations for Jaguar Land Rover, says, "Jaguar as founder sponsors, have worked with F1 in Schools over the last 11 years helping to bring to life the real world of engineering to young people. Jaguar's return this year to the 24 hour Le Mans in GT Racing and the Jaguar RSR racing partnership highlights the need for engineers not only in racing but in the exciting world of automotive engineering and manufacturing".

Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman, F1 in Schools, says of the upcoming finals, �We�re looking forward to two highly competitive finals at the Big Bang event, which is the perfect environment to showcase the talents of the competing students. I know the teams will have put in many hours of hard work to create their racing cars and we will be seeing plenty of innovation, ingenuity and determination as the students compete in these finals.

�These initiatives, with the backdrop of sports cars and racing cars, have sparked the interest of thousands of students and have proved to be a door-opener, a life-changing experience and the gateway to many new skills and employment opportunities. We wish all the students the best of luck next month.�

The GT in Schools Sports car challenge finals take place on 12^th March and the Primary F1 in Schools finals will be held on 13^th March at the Big Bang Science Fair. For further information on these initiatives and F1 in Schools including registration for entering, visit www.f1inschools.co.uk.

New F1 in Schools Season Launched Soon

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:27:20 GMT

The 2010/11 UK F1 in Schools season will be launched soon.

Please keep an eye on our website for further details and for the updated rules and regulations which will be available to download from the home page soon.

Please join our mailing list to recieve updates.

The IET Faraday Film-making Competition

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:55:50 GMT

Teach Faraday!

The IET Faraday is a free schools resource from the Institution of Engineering and Technology (The IET). It inspires students in the world of science, engineering and technology and reinforces the image of engineering as a worthwhile, interesting and varied career choice. Our website is an ever-growing repository of resources for teachers, which investigate different aspects of engineering to highlight the diversity and excitement of this high technology profession. Currently our resources are based around the themes of sustainable 21^st century urban living; the technology behind sport; and, the engineering in health. For each case study there are short films, profiles of the engineers involved, some rather addictive games and accompanying classroom activities and teaching resources.

Our competition gives your students the chance to create their own films about engineering, and gives them the opportunity to win some cash prizes!

www.theiet.org/faradaycompetition

Their Film

Challenge your students to think like an entrepreneurial engineer. Encourage them to think creatively about the challenges of urban living in the 21^st century and to come up with innovative and sustainable solutions. Their task will be to create a 1 minute film for which they could win some fantastic prizes.

Get them to think about where they live, and the pressures associated with urban living. Get them to consider how engineers, technologists and architects tackle the issues of global warming, increasing populations, diminishing natural resources, pollution of our rivers and oceans and the challenges brought about by the suffering world economies. Sustainability is the key for the future, particularly for those living in towns and cities and this is an opportunity for your students to have their say. Don�t you think it�s time for Urban Evolution?

To enter, simply visit our site to view the terms and conditions and upload your film to our YouTube site.

Categories and Prizes

11-14 year olds (as of 1^st September 2009) and 15-19 year olds (as of 1^st September 2009)

§ The winners in each category receives £200.

§ The highest rated will receive a �popularity prize� of £50

The Deadline

The closing date is Monday 19^th April 2010 and winners will be announced by Monday 30^th April 2010.

Our judges will be looking for originality and innovation, scientific content and understanding and your solution must be functional and fit for purpose.

Go online now for an unbeatable opportunity to switch your students on to the subject you love: www.theiet.org/faradaycompetition

UK SCHOOL TEAMS SINGAPORE BOUND FOR F1 IN SCHOOLS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:58:39 GMT

Student teams from Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales and England are celebrating winning through to the F1 in Schools 2010 World Championships which will be held in Singapore in September this year, coinciding with the 2010 Singtel Singapore Formula One Grand Prix.

Exceleration, a team from Lochgelly High School in Scotland; the top Welsh team from Bryn Celynnog Comprehensive School, Team Zentith; Team Carbon from Regent House Grammar School, Newtownards, Northern Ireland and Dynamic from St. John Payne Catholic Comprehensive School, Chelmsford, Essex, the UK National Champions, will compete at this prestigious event. It will feature over 30 student teams from around the globe competing for the unique Bernie Ecclestone trophy and coveted scholarships to City University, London.

Chairman and Founder of F1 in Schools, Andrew Denford says of the news, �These students can look forward to a once in a lifetime experience at the World Championships. The highlight of last year�s event for many students was meeting Lewis Hamilton when he came along to meet each team and present the winning team�s trophy. This was the icing on the cake for the students after three days of intense pressure competing for the World Championship title, as well as making new friends and seeing the sights of London, which was the venue for 2009.

He continues, �We are combining this year�s World Championships with the Singtel Singapore F1 Grand Prix and we hope that the students will have the chance to experience this fantastic occasion while they are visiting this beautiful country. Formula One provides the inspiration for F1 in Schools and to have a glimpse of the sport, up close, is a very special opportunity for the students.�

The World Championship event pits the national champions against each other, with a panel of judges reviewing the work of each team, from their engineering approach through to marketing strategy, as well as closely scrutinising their cars. One of the key activities for all the students is racing the car against the other school teams in the time trials. While in Singapore the students will also be given a cultural experience, visiting many of the attractions of this Asian island.

F1 in Schools reaches out to more than 15 million students around the world, introducing them to Formula 1 and using its popularity to encourage them to consider science, technology, engineering and mathematics as a career. Students are given a brief to design a scale model compressed air powered F1 Car of the future using CAD/CAM. Cars are then manufactured on a CNC machine. The cars race on a 20 metre track, covering the distance in just over one second, a speed barrier which is yet to be broken by any student team since it was set by Team FUGA from Northern Ireland at the 2007 World Championships with a time of 1.020 seconds.

F1 IN SCHOOLS IRELAND WELCOMES TWO NEW PATRONS

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 13:07:18 GMT

F1 in Schools Ireland, the national competition in Ireland of this global initiative, is delighted to welcome two new patrons, BBC TV pundit and former F1 team owner, Eddie Jordan and CEO of Abu Dhabi Yas Marina circuit, Richard Cregan.

The F1 in Schools programme is experiencing rapid growth, with increasing support from Formula One. A number of prominent F1 Technical gurus are patrons of F1 in Schools including Mike Gascoyne of Lotus F1, Adrian Newey from Red Bull Racing and Ross Brawn, Team Principal of the championship-winning Brawn GP (soon to be Mercedes Grand Prix). Norbert Haug, Vice President, Mercedes-Benz Motorsport, was recently confirmed as a patron for the German F1 in Schools programme, Jordan and Cregan now join the roster of top names associated with this global educational initiative.

Eddie Jordan, who grew up in Bray, County Wicklow, brings a wealth of F1 experience, having been founder and team owner of Jordan Grand Prix. The Irishman said of becoming a patron of F1 in Schools Ireland, �I am delighted to be a Patron of F1 in Schools for Ireland - the scheme gives many youngsters the opportunity to get a feel and appreciate the engineering complexities of top level motorsport. This is vital to encourage young potential engineers into the world of motorsport. It gives them the experience of working in a team in a competitive environment where all aspects of the business are considered - budgeting, engineering, marketing and sponsorship. F1 is an extremely competitive business to get into and this scheme can provide the opening for many budding engineers and designers - all for the benefit of the sport and industry.�

Richard Cregan, from Kildare, began his career working with Aer Lingus, before moving to Toyota where he enjoyed an illustrious career spanning rallying and Formula One. Cregan now heads up the newly-built and much acclaimed Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi. He commented on his patronage, ��I was delighted to be invited to be a patron of F1 in Schools Ireland and had no hesitation in giving my support to this very worthwhile initiative. I am sure that if I had been given the opportunity to take part in this type of competition when I was at school in Ireland I would certainly have enjoyed the challenge. It is a great way to inspire students and open their eyes to the host of opportunities in motorsport for a career. There are so many facets of the F1 in Schools programme which are relevant to the real world and using the popularity of Formula One to engage students in engineering and other key subjects is excellent.

�Being CEO of the YAS Marina Circuit I hope to see students from UAE aspire to achieve the highest of achievements as their Irish counterparts and one day raise the Bernie Ecclestone World Championship trophy.�

F1 in Schools Founder and Chairman, Andrew Denford, welcomes Jordan and Cregan, saying, �The patronage of two high profile F1 personalities for our Irish initiative is a great start to 2010. The programme gains enormous benefits from the support and assistance of industry achievers and both Jordan and Cregan demonstrate the success that can be achieved through hard work, ambition and passion. I am sure that both of these industry stars will help F1 in Schools go from strength to strength in Ireland.�

The F1 in Schools global initiative takes place in over 30 countries, with more than 15 million students aware of the programme. For further information visit www.F1inSchools.com.

Pictures show: Top � Eddie Jordan, BBC F1 pundit; below � Richard Cregan, CEO, Yas Marina Circuit Abu Dhabi

Dynamic from St John Payne School win UK Final

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 08:52:57 GMT

A team of students from St. John Payne Catholic Comprehensive School were crowned UK champions at the National Final of the Formula One in Schools Technology Challenge held at the Autosport International Show in Birmingham yesterday.

�Dynamic�, the team of 15-year olds from Chelmsford, Essex, were delighted with their winning performance. Emily Latham, Edward Talboys, Michael Smith, Anna MacBride and Timothy Tillett have worked tirelessly over the last six months to achieve their success and book themselves a place at the F1 in Schools World Championships.

The team have now won the right to represent the UK in Singapore in September ahead of the 2010 Formula 1 Singtel Singapore Grand Prix with the team now preparing for the prospect of racing for the unique Bernie Ecclestone trophy and coveted scholarships to City University, London. The team�s prize for winning the National Finals includes a trip to the 2010 British Grand Prix at Silverstone in July this year, courtesy of Silverstone Circuit.

Emily Latham, Team Manager, Team Dynamic, said of winning, �I think it�s our strong teamwork that gave us the edge over other teams, as well as our innovative race car design. We�ve put a lot of hours in to this competition, but it has all been worthwhile. Some of us had to miss a GCSE mock exam to compete in the regional finals and we went into school when it was snowing so that we would be ready for the Final, but this is a fantastic reward and we�re really looking forward to representing the UK at the World Championships. In the meantime we need to turn our focus on to our GCSE exams!�

Chairman and Founder of F1 in Schools, Andrew Denford said of this year�s National Finals, �Each time we hold the UK Finals the judges are blown away by the standard of the entrants, particularly the engineering expertise which we are seeing, some of which is exceeding GCSE level. The bar is being raised each year too, with teams introducing new innovations, top quality presentations and portfolios, and producing very close racing. �Dynamic� are very worthy champions showing great ingenuity and professionalism.�

Nine teams from around the UK collected trophies at the Awards Ceremony, with Incendia from Robert May�s School, Odiham, Hampshire claiming the Fastest F1 Car title. Mach1 from Lutterworth College were presented with the Best Engineered Car Award and were runners-up in the F1 Class. Speeding Snails from Wilmington Grammar School, Dartford, took the Fastest Bloodhound SSC Car award and were also runners-up in the 11-14 age group with their Bloodhound car.

F1 in Schools aims to help change perceptions of engineering, science and technology by creating a fun and exciting learning environment for young people to develop an informed view about careers in Mathematics, Engineering, Science and Technology. Students are given a brief to design a model compressed powered F1 Car of the future using CAD/CAM. Cars are then manufactured on a CNC machine.

The cars race on a 20 metre track, covering the distance in just over one second, a speed barrier which is yet to be broken by any student team since it was set by Team FUGA from Northern Ireland at the 2007 World Championships with a time of 1.020 seconds.

The challenge encourages students to use IT to learn about physics, aerodynamics, design, manufacture, branding, graphics, sponsorship, marketing, leadership/teamwork, media skills and financial strategy, and apply these in practical, competitive and exciting ways.

RESULTS 2009/10 UK NATIONAL FINAL

UK National Champions 2009/10

Dynamic � St. John Payne Catholic Comprehensive School, Chelmsford, Essex

Winners 14-19 Age Group, F1 Class:

1. Dynamic � St. John Payne Catholic Comprehensive School, Chelmsford, Essex

2. Mach 1 � Lutterworth College, Lutterworth, Leicestershire

3. Synergy � Richard Rose Central Academy, Carlisle, Cumbria

Winners 11-14 Age Group, Bloodhound SSC Class :

1. Flare � St.Dunstan�s Community School, Glastonbury, Somerset

2. Speeding Snails - Wilmington Grammar School, Dartford, Kent

3. Bloodhounds - Castleford High School, West Yorkshire

Winners, Rookies sponsored by Corus:

1. Bloodhounds - Castleford High School, West Yorkshire

2. Scintilla - Ribblesdale Technology College, Clitheroe

3. Blink and You'll Miss Us - Harris Academy, Dundee

Best Engineered Car:

Mach 1 � Lutterworth College, Lutterworth, Leicestershire

Fastest F1 Car Class:

Incendia - Robert May's School, Odiham, Hampshire (1.113 seconds)

Fastest Bloodhound SSC Car Class:

Speeding Snails - Wilmington Grammar School, Dartford, Kent (0.620 seconds)

Best Team Sponsorship & Marketing Award:

Fflam - Ysgol Botwnnog, Pwlhelli, Gwynedd, South Wales

Innovative Thinking Award:

Scintilla - Ribblesdale Technology College, Clitheroe

NEW F1 in Schools Curriculum Resources

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 11:24:50 GMT

Help your pupils become world champions

The F1 in Schools Curriculum Resource is a set of cross-curricular materials to help you run a project based on the popular F1 in Schools competition. Designed for pupils aged between 9 and 19, it includes over 60 fully-resourced session plans � everything you need for running the project in your school.

Please click here to visit our website dedicated to finding out more about the curriculum resources and how to order your copy today! The site gives you more information about the F1 in Schools Curriculum Resource, including:

About � Find out more about what is included.
Using� Find out how the resource can be accessed, and what materials/equipment you need to run the project.
Managing � Find out how the resource can support staff.
Benefits � Learn how the resource can enrich your school.
Subscribe � Purchase the F1 in Schools Curriculum Resource.

To register your interest or ask to be notified when the resource is published, simply email fscr@pearson.co.uk or call 01223 350555, giving your full address details.

Denford Sales Executive Vacancy

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:10:11 GMT

Denford Limited manufacture and sell a range of CAD/CAM/CNC equipment and software, so we are looking for someone with some experience of one or more of these technologies. We are, however, prepared to provide an extensive training programme to bring the successful candidate up to speed with our software and hardware products. We would also offer sales training. In essence, the successful candidate would move into a full sales role after 6 to 9 months of product and sales training. We would, of course, be interested in hearing from experienced individuals who are currently working within the educational sector.

This is a sales position, but is not traditional �hard selling� - as Denford�s customer base is the educational sector (mainly schools) - therefore it is more about relationship selling. There is a physical element to the role, as it involves travel around the UK and taking machines into schools for demonstration.
Following are the highlights:

* Based at Brighouse (territory to be decided upon), this is a UK field-based sales role. Reporting to UK National Sales Manager.

* Represent Denford Ltd and present & demonstrate their products to the customer base, which is mainly schools, but includes colleges, universities and vocational training centres.

* Provide field-based representation for the Denford Ltd range of machines and software within a designated UK sales territory, and provide representation in any UK geographic territory, as and when required. Generate profitable sales growth against annually set targets for the UK and sales territory.

* Provide, where appropriate, product demonstrations, customer training and product awareness support - in the field and also in the Denford �Professional Training and Demonstration Centre� in Brighouse.

* Undertake essential sales planning tasks, including territory planning, target account reporting, weekly visit schedules etc.

* Work with the Sales Support Team to ensure prompt and appropriate response to sales enquiries, quotations and tender submissions etc.

* Liaise with the UK National Sales Manager to provide a monthly list of Key Target Accounts, actions to secure business and a monthly activity report.

* Represent Denford at national and local Exhibitions.

* Attend sales and marketing training courses, when required.

If you wish to submit a formal application, then send a CV with salary details to Mrs J Bramley at the following address: jbramley@denford.co.uk

Invitation to the UK National Final 2009/10

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 10:18:06 GMT

Come along to the F1 in Schools UK National Final being held at the Autosport International Show, NEC, Birmingham on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th January 2010 to see all the action first hand. Speak with the teams, watch the racing and see how much hard work the students put into the project.

Autosport International 14-17 January 2010 NEC Birmingham

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:23:34 GMT

Autosport International is taking place from the 14-17 January at the NEC Birmingham. World champion Jenson Button will be at the show on both Saturday 16^th and Sunday 17^th where he will be answering your questions and signing autographs�.

Autosport International is Europe�s largest motorsport exhibition held at the NEC Birmingham 14-17 January 2010. Now going into our 20th edition it�s going to be a fantastic event! Not only will we have world champion Jenson Button at the show on both Saturday 16^th January and Sunday 17^th January, but you can get up close to his all conquering Brawn GP car, along with all the other F1 challengers!

If you love the sounds, the smells and the thrills of live racing, you will find plenty to keep your senses occupied in the Live Action Arena, where you can watch live racing on the UK's biggest indoor race track, or you can experience what it's like to put a Caterham through its paces in the Caterham Drive Experience. If all of that is not enough, you can even take to the wheel yourself on our dedicated Karting Track or have a go at the Mobil 1 Grand Prix Simulator!

Autosport International brings you the sport�s biggest names on the Autosport Central Stage to get the inside scoop from the drivers themselves! We also give you a chance to meet the stars during the autograph session on the F1 Racing Grid.

This year Autosport International will be hosting the F1 in schools national finals. They will be taking place on both Saturday 16^th January and Sunday 17^th in hall 9. Come and see the F1 cars of the future and the talent behind the exceptional creations.

Autosport International brings you the sports greatest, stars, cars and action! To find out all that the show has to offer visit www.autosport-international.com

To book tickets click here or call 08445793188

Newtownards and Belfast schools scoop top prizes in Northern Ireland

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 18:57:45 GMT

Teams of students from Belfast and Newtownards were top in the Northern Ireland regional finals held last week.

Team Carbon, a group of students from Regent House Grammar School, Newtownards took overall victory in the Formula 1 car class and Team Zeiges, a second team from the school took the top honour in the Rookie class, and with these wins both teams have booked their places at the UK National finals of this global competition.

Regent House Grammar School collected three other awards, with Team Carbon having the fastest race car, recording a time of 1.214 seconds to win the Fastest F1 Car award. They were also presented with the Best Engineered Car award. The rookie team from the school also won Best Verbal Presentation award.

Two Belfast schools won awards with 2Fast4U, a team from Royal Belfast Academical Institute, taking the Best Team Identity and Best Display and Portfolio Awards. The Best Team Sponsorship and Marketing award was won by Victoria Vipers, a team from Victoria College, Belfast.

The UK National Finals will be held at Autosport International Show, Birmingham, in January next year. Victory at this event will earn the winning team a place in the 2010 F1 in School World Championships which will be held at an international Formula One Grand Prix.

The competition challenges students to design, construct and race a race car of the future, made from a block of balsa wood, and powered by a compressed air canister. The car is raced over a 20 metre track and the fastest time is recorded. Aside from the on-track action, teams also produce supporting evidence of their design, develop a sponsorship and marketing campaign and produce team merchandise, with all these elements presented with their race car at the regional finals.

The Challenge, in its ninth year, was introduced to the UK in 2000 and since this time has expanded to over 30 countries, with over 9 million students taking part around the globe. Bernie Ecclestone, President and CEO of Formula One Management gave his support to F1 in Schools by granting the challenge a world-wide protected trademark and a new logo in 2005. Since this time the initiative has built close links with teams and personalities within Formula One.

F1 in Schools is regarded by the Formula One fraternity as a platform for introducing Formula One to a global teen demographic. The student challenge is also helping Formula One shed its image as an elitist sport accessible only to multi-million pound budgets; on the contrary, F1 in Schools is open to any school with access to a simple computer.

The Northern Ireland regional finals took place with the assistance of a host of sponsors and supporters. Amongst these are the IET, Corus, Denford, Jaguar, The City University, London and KHP Consulting all of whom are continuing their support of F1 in Schools for the coming year.

Full list of winners:

1^st place, Formula 1 Class Team Carbon, Regent House Grammar School, Newtownards

Best Rookie Team Team Zeiges, Regent House Grammar School, Newtownards

Best Engineered Car Team Carbon, Regent House Grammar School, Newtownards

Fastest Formula 1 Car Team Carbon, Regent House Grammar School, (1.214 secs)

Best Team Identity 2Fast4U, Royal Belfast Academical Institute

Innovative Thinking Award Burnt Stars, George Stephenson High School, Killingworth, Newcastle

Best Sponsorship & Marketing Victoria Vipers, Victoria College, Belfast

Best Display & portfolio 2Fast4U, Royal Belfast Academical Institute

Best Verbal Presentation Team Zeiges, Regent House Grammar School, Newtownards

F1 in Schools World Champions honoured at a reception held by the Irish Computer Society

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:02:03 GMT

Fresh from their recent victory at the F1 in Schools World Championship the Koni Kats were given a hero�s welcome at the Irish Computer Society (ICS) Winter Members Evening, held at the Science Gallery on 9^th December. The evening was attended by family and friends of Team Koni Kats, members and board of the Irish Computer Society and well known industry professionals, including Andrew Denford and Willie McKeown to celebrate and raise a glass to this outstanding victory of the young champions.

Fintan Swanton, President of the Irish Computer Society and Michael O�Connor, Chairman of ICS Skills Board made a presentation to the team members and their teachers, to honour all the hard work and dedication on their journey becoming World Champions. Peter Sheridan and Chris Horn from Engineers Ireland also spoke and presented the team and their teachers with awards in recognition of their outstanding achievements.

Jim Friars, CEO of the Irish Computer Society said about the efforts of the team and their teachers, �Team Koni Kats success with the extraordinary help of their teachers, Tom Reynolds and Triona Brosnan, shows that our young people are bright and capable ambassadors of scientific and entrepreneurial endeavours. The F1 in Schools Challenge encourages the uptake of programmes in science, technology and engineering that will drive growth in these key sectors of the knowledge economy at this crucial stage in Irish history. The four team members, Conor, Eoin, Seán and Adam should be very proud for what they have achieved as ambassadors for their families, school, community and indeed the country.�

F1 in Schools wins prestigious Autosport Award

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 10:57:48 GMT

F1 in Schools celebrated winning one of the motorsport industry�s most prestigious awards at a glittering star-studded event on Sunday night. At the 28^th Annual Autosport Awards, F1 in Schools won the Pioneering and Innovation in Motorsport Award, a tremendous achievement for the global student technology challenge.

Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman of F1 in Schools, was presented with the award by F1 in Schools patron, Ross Brawn, Team Principal, Brawn GP, and Christian Horner, Team Principal, Red Bull Racing. This iconic motorsport industry award has been won by some of the most important innovations in the sport, ncluding the HANS device, SAFER barrier used at race tracks around the world, and the GP2 Series. It is a testament to the impact that F1 in Schools has made on the industry that this award was conferred on the programme.

Denford said of receiving the Autosport Award �This is a fantastic achievement for F1 in Schools. We reach out to more than 15 million students around the world, introducing them to Formula 1 and using its popularity to encourage them to consider science, technology, engineering and mathematics as a career. The world of Formula 1 has embraced our initiative, with all the teams supporting us, which has been a very important part of our success. We can help to attract young, bright engineers to the industry and we hope that through our efforts, we will nurture the Ross Brawn�s of the future.

�I would like to thank Autosport Magazine for their support and for honouring us with this very special award. As we approach our tenth anniversary we have grown from a UK competition to a global initiative in more than 30 countries. We hope that our success will continue and we can support the F1 industry with top engineers in the future, through their participation in the F1 in Schools programme.�

The annual Autosport Awards was held at Grosvenor House Hotel in London. More than 1000 luminaries from the motorsport industry attended, including newly crowned World Champion, Jenson Button, and his team mate for 2010, Lewis Hamilton. Button was presented with awards for British Driver of the Year and International Driver of the Year.

Full list of awards:

Pioneering and Innovation Award F1 in Schools

World Rally Car of the Year Citroen C4 WRC

Gregor Grant Awards Enzo Ferrari

Ron Dennis

Racing Car of the Year Brawn GP BGP01

John Bolster Award for Technical Achievement Adrian Newey

Rookie of the Year Kris Meeke

British Club Driver of the Year Sarah Moore

National driver of the Year Colin Turkington

British Competition Driver of the Year Jenson Button

International Rally Driver of the Year Mikko Hirvonen

International Racing Driver of the Year Jenson Button

McLaren Autosport BRDC Young Driver Dean Smith

Ends.

Picture shows: Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman, F1 in Schools with the Autosport Award for pioneering and innovation in motorsport.

Glastonbury School dominates South West regional final

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 11:31:12 GMT

Teams of students from Glastonbury and Plymouth triumphed in the South West regional final of the 2009 F1 in Schools Formula One Technology Challenge held yesterday at Bristol University, with St. Dunstans School from Glastonbury taking home five of the ten awards presented at the event.

Memphis, a team of 14 and 15 year old students from St Dunstans Shool, Glastonbury, took overall victory in the Formula 1 class, as well as winning the Best Engineered Car Award and taking the award for the Fastest F1 Class car with a time of 1.146 seconds on the 20 metre test track.

A second team from the school, Flare, with students aged 13 and 14, won the Bloodhound SSC class as well as taking the Fastest Bloodhound SSC car award with a time of 0.734 seconds on the test track.

GB Dynamics, Eggbuckland Community School, Plymouth won the Best Rookie class and with these wins all three teams have booked their places at the UK National finals of this global competition.

The UK National Finals will be held at Autosport International Show in January next year. Victory at this event will earn the winning team a place in the 2010 F1 in School World Championships which will be held at an international Formula One Grand Prix.

Other awards won yesterday were the Best Team Identity which was presented to NRCF1 Racing, Norton Radstock College, Radstock, Bath; Innovative Thinking Award won by Flame, Bradford Grammar School, Yorkshire, and Best Sponsorship & Marketing Award collected by Firebirds, Beechen Cliff School, Bath. The discretionary award, for Perseverance in the face of adversity, was presented to Velocity Flames, North Somerset Consortium, Weston Super Mare

The South West regional finals took place with the assistance of a host of sponsors and supporters. Amongst these are the IET, Corus, Denford, Jaguar, The City University, London and KHP Consulting all of whom are continuing their support of F1 in Schools for the coming year.

Full list of winners:

1^st place, Formula 1 Class Memphis, St Dunstans School, Glastonbury

1^st place, Bloodhound SSC Class Flare, St Dunstans School, Glastonbury

Best Rookie Team GB Dynamics, Eggbuckland Community School, Plymouth

Best Engineered Car Memphis, St Dunstans School, Glastonbury

Fastest Formula 1 Class car Memphis, St Dunstans School, Glastonbury (1.146 seconds)

Fastest Bloodhound SSC Class Flare, St Dunstans School, Glastonbury (0.734 seconds)

Best Team Identity NRCF1 Racing, Norton Radstock College, Radstock, Bath

Innovative Thinking Award Flame, Bradford Grammar School, Yorkshire

Best Sponsorship & Marketing Firebirds, Beechen Cliff School, Bath

Perseverance in the face of Velocity Flames, North Somerset Consortium, Weston Super

Adversity Mare

Diploma students in the driving seat for F1 challenge

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:15:47 GMT

It might not have the glamour of Monaco, or the racing heritage of Silverstone, but Norwich is home to a group of pioneering students who have their sights set on F1 glory.

Team Pluto, one of three teams formed by Diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design (MPD) students from City College in Norwich, has progressed to the national finals of the F1 in Schools Challenge. They beat off stiff competition to win the �Best Rookie Team� category during the London and south-east regional heat held at the headquarters of the Williams F1 team in Oxfordshire.

The group are among the first in the country to study for the Diploma in MPD, an innovative new qualification aimed at giving 14-19 year-olds a practical understanding of the manufacturing industry and of life in the workplace in general.

City College is delivering the Diploma in MPD as part of Open Opportunity, a consortium of schools, colleges and employers based in the Norwich area.

As part of their studies, the teenagers have been spending time at Norfolk County Council�s Hethel Engineering Centre which is just a stones throw away from the base of sports car manufacturer Lotus. Here they have been honing their designs to compete in F1 in Schools � an international competition which involves thousands of teenagers across 30 countries.

Brian Conway, deputy headmaster at Notre Dame High School and one of the teachers delivering the Diploma in MPD, said Team Pluto�s success is testament to the hard work all Diploma in MPD students put into the project.

�Team Pluto was the most successful team in testing and their efforts well and truly paid off in the regional heats, but everyone has played a major role in Team Pluto�s progress. If they hadn�t been pushed so hard by the two other teams they would never have been so competitive,� he said.

�Everyone has thoroughly enjoyed the challenges that the F1 in Schools competition has brought. It ties in fantastically with the Diploma in MPD curriculum and has proved to be a great way of launching the qualification this term.

�The Diploma in MPD is all about introducing topics around manufacturing and product design in a fun and engaging way that mixes theoretical work with practical experiences at local employers and places like the Hethel Engineering Centre. The F1 in Schools Challenge dovetails with the course because it is also a great mix of theory and practice and Team Pluto�s success in our first year in the competition is evidence of their compatibility.�

The F1 in Schools Challenge was founded ten years ago and has since expanded around the globe, with World Championships introduced in 2004. It is designed to introduce students aged 9-19 to careers in high-tech manufacturing, engineering, Formula One, science, marketing and technology.The Open Opportunity teams had to market themselves and seek sponsorship for the challenge, which they gained from the Norfolk Learning Partnership and Investing in Communities Norfolk.

Andrew Denford, founder and chairman of the F1 in Schools Challenge, is also an employer champion for the Diploma in MPD � raising awareness of the qualification and encouraging more companies to become involved in its delivery.

He said: �To see students produce such amazing results using the F1 in Schools initiative is great news for the Diploma in MPD and is a fantastic example of how the Diplomas are going to allow students to engage very early on in their careers in preparing themselves for the real world of work.�

The 14 and 15-year-old students designed their racers using Computer Aided Design (CAD) before the models were aerodynamically tested in a virtual wind tunnel which uses Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software. The six 20cm long balsa wood gas powered racers were then manufactured with the help of a Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM) system before being road tested on a 20 metre-track � where they reached speeds of up to 60kph.

At the regional final teams were judged on car speed, as well as supporting evidence of their design, verbal presentation and a marketing display stand in �the pits.� Team Pluto will now go on to compete at the National Finals, which take place on January 16 and 17 during The Autosport International Show at the NEC, Birmingham.

The Diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design (MPD) is available to young people aged 14 to 19 and is being delivered by consortia of local schools, colleges and employers. The course allows students to divide their time between classroom, college and real work environments.

Students studying the Diploma in MPD as part of the Open Opportunity Consortium in Norwich come from Notre Dame High School, City of Norwich School, Framingham Earl High School, City Academy Norwich, the Hewett High School and Wayland Community High School.

They spend two days a week on the course, which is equivalent to seven GCSEs. The students have received sponsorship from Norfolk Learning Partnerships and Investing in Communities Norfolk, this has allowed them to work on their F1 in Schools entries at the Hethel Engineering Centre.

For more information, visit the website for the Diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design, at http://www.manufacturingdiploma.co.uk/.

Issued on behalf of the Manufacturing Diploma Development Partnership, by Nexnet PR, Leeds, www.nexnet.co.uk. For further information call Nexnet on 0113 247 0029 or email joel.turner@nexnet.co.uk or paul.newham@nexnet.co.uk.

Notes to editor

Diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design (MPD)

The Diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design (MPD) is available to pupils and students aged 14 to 19. It has been developed to sit alongside traditional academic qualifications such as GCSEs and A-Levels. The qualification is being delivered by consortia of local schools, colleges and employers,allowing students to divide their time between classroom, college and real work environments.

Championed by some of the country�s leading manufacturing employers, the Diploma in MPD has been designed to equip young people with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in industry, and is taught from a curriculum designed by employers for employers.

All students taking the Diploma in MPD will study the principal topics business and enterprise, product design and materials science and production systems. The additional and specialist learning element gives students the chance to tailor their qualification by taking courses related to particular manufacturing sub-sectors. They will also be assessed in functional skills including English, maths and ICT, as well as �soft� skills such as team working and critical thinking.

The Diploma is available at three levels, foundation, higher and advanced. Depending on the level and pathways followed, it is intended to offer a platform for Further or Higher Education, or for taking an Apprenticeship or another form of work-based training.

www.manufacturingdiploma.co.uk

Three North Wales regional finalists ready for UK event

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 10:01:31 GMT

Teams of students from Pwlheli, Welshpool and Ruthin n the North Wales F1 in Schools regional final booked their places at the UK national finals yesterday.

Fflam from Ysgol Botwnnog, Pwlheli, Gwynedd took overall victory in the Formula 1 class and Blazing Magnesium from Welshpool High School won the Bloodhound SSC class. Brynhyfryd from Ysgol Brynhyfryd, Ruthin, won the Best Rookie class and all three teams are now preparing for next January�s finals.

The Viper Fire team from Welshpool High School took the award for the Fastest F1 Class car with a time of 1.168 seconds on the 20 metre test track. Connah�s Quay High School, Deeside collected three awards, with their team called Storm taking the Fastest Bloodhound SSC car award with a time of 1.153 seconds on the test track and another team, Osprey F1 taking the Best Engineered Car and Innovative Thinking Awards.

Other awards won yesterday were the Team Identity Award which was presented to The Pink Pitstops, Holywell High School and Best Sponsorship & Marketing Award collected by Botwnnog School, Pwlheli.

The North Wales regional finals took place with the assistance of a host of sponsors and supporters. Amongst these are the IET, Corus, Denford, Jaguar, The City University, London and KHP Consulting all of whom are continuing their support of F1 in Schools for the coming year.

Full list of winners:

1st place, Formula 1 Class - Fflam, Ysgol Botwnnog, Pwlheli, Gwynedd
1st place, Bloodhound SSC Class - Blazing Magnesium, Welshpool High School, Powys
Best Rookie Team - Brynhyfryd, Ysgol Brynhyfryd, Ruthin, Denbighshire
Best Engineered Car - Osprey F1, Connah�s Quay High School, Deeside, Flintshire
Fastest Formula 1 Class car - Viper Fire, Welshpool High School, Powys (1.168 seconds)
Fastest Bloodhound SSC Class - Storm, Connah�s Quay High School (1.153 seconds)
Best Team Identity - The Pink Pitstops, Holywell High School, Flintshire
Innovative Thinking Award - Osprey F1, Connah�s Quay High School, Deeside, Flintshire
Best Sponsorship & Marketing - Botwnnog School, Pwlheli, Gwynedd

Durham teams take the North East England wins

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 17:18:41 GMT

Teams of students from Durham and Newcastle were top in the North East England regional finals held today at Discovery Museum, Newcastle with Carbon FibreZ and Flash F1 as the winners.

Carbon FibreZ, a team from St.Bedes Catholic Comprehensive School, Peterlee, won the Bloodhound SSC class and Flash F1 from Hermitage School, Chester le Street took top honours in the Best Rookie class and with these wins the two teams have booked their places at the UK National finals of this global competition.

Carbon FibreZ also won the Fastest Bloodhound SSC car award with a time of 0.721 seconds on the test track, as well as taking the Best Engineered Car Award.

Burnt Stars, a team from George Stephenson High School, Killingworth, collected the Innovative Thinking Award for their use of a wind tunnel to optimise their car design, and another team from the School, Scorpion GT, took the Best Team Identity Award. The Best Sponsorship & Marketing Award was collected by Heaton Manor School, Jesmond Park West. This regional final had a strong turnout of teams, although all were in the 11-14 age group, leaving the Formula One class without a regional winner.

The North East England regional finals took place with the assistance of a host of sponsors and supporters. Amongst these are the IET, Corus, Denford, Jaguar, The City University, London and KHP Consulting all of whom are continuing their support of F1 in Schools for the coming year.

Full list of winners:

1st place, Bloodhound SSC Class Carbon FibreZ, St. Bedes Catholic Comprehensive School, Peterlee, Durham
Best Rookie Team Flash F1, Hermitage School, Chester le Street, Durham
Best Engineered Car Carbon FibreZ, St. Bedes Catholic Comprehensive School, Peterlee, Durham
Fastest Bloodhound SSC Class Carbon FibreZ, St. Bedes Catholic Comprehensive School, Peterlee, Durham (0.721 seconds)
Best Team Identity Scorpion GT, George Stephenson High School, Killingworth, Newcastle
Innovative Thinking Award Burnt Stars, George Stephenson High School, Killingworth, Newcastle
Best Sponsorship & Marketing Heaton Manor School, Jesmond Park West, Newcastle

South Wales students win through to UK Finals

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 14:02:46 GMT

Teams of students from Barry, Pontypridd and Llanelli triumphed in the South Wales regional final of the 2009 F1 in Schools Formula One Technology Challenge held this week at the National Waterfront Museum, Swansea.

BCS Racing from Barry Comprehensive School took overall victory in the Formula 1 class and Team Zenith from Bryn Celynnog Comprehensive School, Pontypridd won the Bloodhound SSC class. Team PBM from Ysgol Glanymour School, Llanelli won the Best Rookie class and with these wins all three teams have booked their places at the UK National finals of this global competition.

The BCS Racing team from Barry Comprehensive School took the award for the Fastest F1 Class car with a time of 1.826 seconds on the 20 metre test track as well as taking overall victory in their class. A team from Ammanford, the Amman Valley Stars, comprised of students at Amman Valley School won the Fastest Bloodhound SSC car award with a time of 1.211 seconds on the test track, as well as taking the Innovative Thinking Award. Best Engineered Car award was presented to Team Zenith from Bryn Celynnog, along with their class victory.

Other awards won yesterday were the Team Identity Award which was given to F1RED, from Cynffig Comprehensive, Bridgend and Best Sponsorship & Marketing Award collected by Team GSR from St. Josephs RC Comprehensive, Newport.

The South Wales regional finals took place with the assistance of a host of sponsors and supporters. Amongst these are the IET, Corus, Denford, Jaguar, The City University, London and KHP Consulting all of whom are continuing their support of F1 in Schools for the coming year.

Full list of winners:

1^st place, Formula 1 Class BCS Racing, Barry Comprehensive School, Barry

1^st place, Bloodhound SSC Class Team Zenith, Bryn Celynnog Comprehensive School, Pontypridd

Best Rookie Team PBM, Ysgol Glanymor School, Llanelli

Best Engineered Car Team Zenith, Bryn Celynnog Comprehensive School, Pontypridd

Fastest Formula 1 Class car BCS Racing, Barry Comprehensive School (1.826 seconds)

Fastest Bloodhound SSC Class Amman Valley Star, Amman Valley School, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire (1.211 seconds)

Best Team Identity F1RED, Cynffig Comprehensive School, Bridgend

Innovative Thinking Award Amman Valley Star, Amman Valley School, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire

Best Sponsorship & Marketing GSR, St. Josephs RC Comprehensive School

Norbert Haug to be Patron of F1 in Schools

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 14:59:08 GMT

F1 in Schools is delighted to announce that Vice President, Mercedes-Benz Motorsport, Norbert Haug, has agreed to be a patron of the F1 in Schools Challenge in Germany, Formel 1 in der Schule. Haug joins a roster of top names in Formula 1 who are already patrons of this global educational initiative, including Ross Brawn, Team Principal of Mercedes Grand Prix, the team purchased by Daimler AG earlier this week; Mike Gascoyne, Technical Director, Lotus F1 and Adrian Newey, Chief Technical Officer, Red Bull Racing.

Haug said of lending his support to F1 in Schools, �Formula 1 is a technically sophisticated sport which attracts highly qualified engineers who have a passion for motor racing. F1 in Schools is definitely a great initiative to motivate students to envisage an engineering career in Formula 1. It is never too early to train in the basic skills you need if you want to become an engineer one day.

�F1 in Schools provides the ideal basis for young people worldwide to prove their engineering talents in a very competitive environment and lead them up to the technical side of Formula 1 in a way that is real fun. I really appreciate the work that is done by F1 in Schools which also is of great social value.

�It is nice that F1 in Schools is also represented in Germany and that Formel 1 in der Schule is now in the fourth year of the challenge. I am happy to support Formel 1 in der Schule as a Patron and I wish the promoters, the young competitors and everybody involved in the project every success.�

Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman, F1 in Schools says of Haug agreeing to become a patron of F1 in Schools, �We are very grateful to Norbert Haug for linking with F1 in Schools and in particular Formel 1 in der Schule, the challenge which takes place in Germany, just one of over 30 countries in which we operate.

�This comes at a very exciting time for Mercedes-Benz Motorsport and Formula 1, with the manufacturer now having their own team in the FIA F1 World Championship, led by another of our patrons, Ross Brawn. Norbert has been involved in Formula 1 for over 15 years and has a great depth of knowledge and passion for the sport. We know that he will be inspirational to all the students who participate in our F1 in Schools programme and thank him for giving us his support.�

This unique student challenge is the largest global educational initiative. The students use CAD/CAM software to design, build and test a model compressed air-powered balsa wood F1 car of the future and it takes place in over 30 countries around the world, with an estimated 14 million school children aware of this engineering challenge.

Williams F1 team headquarters hosts London and South East regional final

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:03:25 GMT

The winning students from the London and South East regional final of 2009 F1 in Schools who will be competing at the UK National Finals were from St. John Payne School, Chelmsford; Wilmington Grammar School, Dartford and OpenOpportunity, a Norwich schools collaboration. The event was held at one of the most prestigious regional finals venues, Williams F1 team headquarters. All the regional finalists were treated to a tour of the Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection as part of their trip to the event.

Dynamic, from St. John Payne School, Chelmsford, the school which represented England in the 2008 World Championships earlier this year, took first place in the Formula 1 class. Speeding Snails from Wilmington Grammar School, Dartford, won the Bloodhound SSC Car class and the Best Rookie Award was scooped by Pluto, from OpenOpportunity.

Adesso, from Dame Alice Owens School, Potters Bar raced quickly to an award with the Fastest F1 car(1.130 seconds). Taking the award for the fastest Bloodhound SSC car (0.728 seconds) were Impulse Racing from Robert May�s School, Odiham and a second team from the school, Incendia took the Innovative Thinking Award. Roar Power from Queen Elizabeth�s Grammar School, Faversham, Kent, were the recipients of the Best Team Identity award while Torpedo Racing from Aylesbury Grammar School picked up the Best Sponsorship and Marketing Award.

The Central regional finals took place with the assistance of a host of sponsors and supporters. Amongst these are the IET, Corus, Denford, Jaguar, The City University, London and KHP Consulting all of whom are continuing their support of F1 in Schools for the coming year.

Full list of winners:

1st place, Formula 1 Class  Dynamic, St. John Payne School, Chelmsford,
1st place, Bloodhound SSC Class Speeding Snails, Wilmington Grammar School, Dartford
Best Rookie Team   Pluto, Open Opportunities, Norwich
Best Engineered Car   Flamin� Maniacs, Wilmington Grammar School, Dartford
Fastest Formula 1 Class car  Adesso, Dame Alice Owens School, (1.130 seconds)
Fastest Bloodhound SSC Class Impulse Racing, Robert May�s School (0.728 seconds)
Best Team Identity   Roar Power, Queen Elizabeth�s Grammar School
Innovative Thinking Award   Incendia, Robert May�s School,
Best Sponsorship & Marketing Torpedo Racing, Aylesbury Grammar School

Central Region winners announced

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:07:49 GMT

Teams of students from Lutterworth College, Leicestershire; Neale-Wade Community College, March, Cambridgeshire, and Selly Park Technology College, Birmingham, triumphed in the Central England regional final of the 2009 F1 in Schools Formula One Technology Challenge held this week at the Design & Technology Show, NEC, Birmingham. With these wins all three teams have booked their places at the UK National finals of this global competition.

Mach 1 from Lutterworth College celebrated a trio of trophies, taking overall victory in the Formula 1 class, as well as taking awards for the Fastest F1 car(1.289 seconds) and Best Engineered car. Also scooping three awards were Pressure Point from Neal-Wade Community College. They were the cream of the crop in the 11-14 years age category winning the Bloodhound SSC class, as well as taking the award for the fastest Bloodhound SSC car (0.859 seconds) and the Innovative Thinking Award . All-girl team, Drop Dead Gorgeous, from Selly Park Technology College won the Best Rookie class and the Best Team Identity Award

Other award winners were Piranhas, from Ibstock Community College who won Best Sponsorship & Marketing, while their sister team from the school, Ravens Racing, collected the award for Perseverance in the face of adversity.

Full list of winners:

1st place, Formula 1 Class  Mach1, Lutterworth College
1st place, Bloodhound SSC Class Pressure Point, Neale-Wade Community College
Best Rookie Team   Drop Dead Gorgeous, Selly Park Technology College
Best Engineered Car   Mach1, Lutterworth College
Fastest Formula 1 Class car  Mach1, Lutterworth College (1.289 seconds)
Fastest Bloodhound SSC Class Pressure Point, Neale-Wade Community College (0.859 seconds)
Best Team Identity   Drop Dead Gorgeous, Selly Park Technology College
Innovative Thinking Award   Pressure Point, Neale-Wade Community College
Best Sponsorship & Marketing Piranhas, Ibstock Community College
Perseverance in the face of adversityRavens Racing, Ibstock Community college

North West region finals hotly contested this week

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:22:40 GMT

Teams of students from Westhoughton High School, Bolton, Richard Rose Morton Academy, Carlisle and Ribblesdale Technology College, Clitheroe triumphed in the North West of England final of the 2009 F1 in Schools Formula One Technology Challenge held this week at Jaguar Land Rover.

Wipeout, an all-girl team of students from Westhoughton High School took overall victory in the Formula 1 class and Hot Rods from Richard Rose Morton Academy won the Bloodhound SSC class. The team named Scintilla from Ribblesdale Technology College won the Best Rookie class and with these wins all three teams have booked their places at the UK National finals of this global competition.

The Wipeout team from Westhoughton High School took the award for the Fastest F1 Class car with a time of 1.137 seconds on the 20 metre test track as well as taking overall victory. Hot Rods from Richard Rose Morton Academy won the Fastest Bloodhound SSC car award with a time of 0.706 seconds on the test track, as well as taking overall victory in this class. The sister school, Richard Rose Central Academy, took the Best Engineered Car with their team, Synergy.

First place in the F1 in Primary Schools category was taken by Flying Foxes from Norman Street Primary School, Carlisle, with another of the primary school entries, Super Six from Caldew Lea Primary School in Carlisle beating all the other teams to take the Team Identity Award. Ribblesdale Technology College took two additional awards in addition to Best Rookie, with their Ignition team winning the Innovative Thinking Award and the College winning Best Sponsorship & Marketing. The award for Perseverance in the face of adversity was scooped by Cobras, Our Lady Queen Of Peace Catholic High School, Skelmersdale.

The North West regional finals took place with the assistance of a host of sponsors and supporters. Amongst these are the IET, Corus, Denford, Jaguar, The City University, London and KHP Consulting all of whom are continuing their support of F1 in Schools for the coming year.

Full list of winners:

1st place, Formula 1 Class - Wipeout, Westhoughton High School, Bolton
1st place, Bloodhound SSC Class - Hot Rods, Richard Rose Morton Academy, Carlisle
Best Rookie Team -  Scintilla, Ribblesdale Technology College, Clitheroe
1st place, Primary School - Flying Foxes, Norman Street Primary School, Carlisle
Best Engineered Car -   Synergy, Richard Rose Central Academy, Carlisle
Fastest Formula 1 Class car - Wipeout, Westhoughton High School (1.137 seconds)
Fastest Bloodhound SSC Class - Hot Rods, Richard Rose Morton Academy (0.706 seconds)
Best Team Identity -    Super Six, Caldew Lea Primary School, Carlisle
Innovative Thinking Award -   Ignition, Ribblesdale Technology College, Clitheroe
Best Sponsorship & Marketing - Ribblesdale Technology College, Clitheroe
Perseverance in the face of adversity - Cobras, Our Lady Queen Of Peace Catholic High School, Skelmersdale

Scottish finalists selected for UK National Finals

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:10:23 GMT

Teams of students from Fife Young Engineers, Fife, and Harris Academy, Dundee triumphed in the Scottish final of the 2009 F1 in Schools Formula One Technology Challenge held this week at the Glasgow Science Centre. A team of students from Fife Young Engineers, �Exceleration�, took overall victory in the Formula 1 class and a sister team from Fife Young Engineers, �Team Electro� won the Bloodhound SSC class. The team named �Blink and You�ll Miss Us� from Harris Academy won the Best Rookie class and with these wins all three teams have booked their places at the UK National finals of this global competition.

Fife Young Engineers, an after-school club, brings together students from schools in the region and gives them the opportunity to collaborate on F1 in Schools entries and other similar initiatives. The club were well represented at the F1 in Schools event and aside from picking up two of the three major titles, they also scooped four other awards. Team Electro won the Fastest Bloodhound SSC car award, while Exceleration took the Innovative Thinking Award. A third Fife Young Engineers team, Thunderbolts, picked up awards for the Fastest F1 class car and Best Engineered car. The Harris Academy rookie team took the Team Identity Award, while the Best Sponsorship and Marketing Award was presented to The Hawks from Glenrothes High School. The award for Perseverance in the face of adversity was presented to Velocidade from St. Mungo�s High School, Falkirk

The Scottish finals took place with the assistance of a host of sponsors and supporters. Amongst these are the IET, Corus, Denford, Jaguar, The City University, London and KHP Consulting all of whom are continuing their support of F1 in Schools for the coming year.

Full list of winners:

1st place, Formula 1 Class  Exceleration, Fife Young Engineers
1st place, Bloodhound SSC Class  Team Electro, Fife Young Engineers
Best Rookie Team   Blink and You�ll Miss Us, Harris Academy, Dundee
Best Engineered Car   Thunderbolts, Fife Young Engineers
Fastest Formula 1 Class car  Thunderbolts, Fife Young Engineers (1.186 seconds)
Fastest Bloodhound SSC Class  Team Electro, Fife Young Engineers (1.163 seconds)
Best Team Identity   Blink and You�ll Miss Us, Harris Academy, Dundee
Innovative Thinking Award  Exceleration, Fife Young Engineers
Best Sponsorship & Marketing  The Hawks, Glenrothes High School
Perseverance in the face of adversity Velocidade, St. Mungo�s High School, Falkirk

BLOODHOUND � the 1000 mph supersonic car

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:14:04 GMT

BLOODHOUND � the 1000 mph supersonic car

Lecture by Wing Commander Andy Green

Wednesday, 9 December 2009 at 18:00. IET London: Savoy Place

www.theiet.org/wheatstone

Don�t miss this opportunity to hear from the man behind the wheel of BLOODHOUND SSC -the project to smash the world land speed record.

As a fighter pilot for the Royal Air Force, Wing Commander Andy Green is used to travelling at mind-boggling speeds. With the aim of achieving 1050 mph, the Bloodhound Super Sonic Car will prove a real test of man and machine.

Andy Green will provide an insight into the Bloodhound project, the super sonic car, and the key engineering challenges to build a car to travel at 1050 mph. He will then discuss the role of the project�s sensors, diagnostic and measuring equipment that make the land speed record possible.

The lecture is free to attend and is suitable for both adults and older children.

Places are filling up fast, so book online at www.theiet.org/wheatstone to secure your seat!

SHEFFIELD AND DONCASTER SCHOOL TEAMS WINS THROUGH TO NATIONAL F1 IN SCHOOLS FINAL

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:01:45 GMT

Teams of students from Ridgewood School, Scawsby, Doncaster and Bradfield School in Sheffield triumphed in the Yorkshire and Humberside Regional final of the 2009 F1 in Schools Formula One Technology Challenge held last week at Corus, Scunthorpe. The team of students named Ridgewood Racers took victory with their Formula 1 class race car and the Bradfield Cobras won the Bloodhound SSC class to book their places at the UK National finals of this global competition.

The Ridgewood School also won the award for Innovative Thinking. Other award winners were Tiger Hawks from Park Junior School who took first prize in the Primary Schools category; a team from Castleford High School � �Bloodhounds� who took the Best Rookie Team title; Best Engineered Car was won by Team Tigerzz from Ridgewood School; Bradfield Jaguars from Bradfield School raced to the Fastest F1 Car Award, while Accelerate from Winterton Comprehensive School took the Fastest Bloodhound SSC Car. In addition, the Team Identity Award was won by Driving Mad, a team from Brighouse House High School and Salendine High School � �Revolution�, took the Best Sponsorship and Marketing Award.

The Yorkshire and Humberside regional finals took place with the assistance of a host of sponsors and supporters. Amongst these are the IET, Corus, Denford, The City University, London and KHP Consulting all of whom are continuing their support of F1 in Schools for the coming year.

Ends.

For further information contact:

Alison Hill

Alison@id-pr.co.uk

Tel: 01327 856060

Go Motorsports links up with F1 in Schools

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:34:32 GMT

Go Motorsport!

F1 in Schools is delighted to announce an exciting new relationship with the high-profile Go Motorsport initiative. Set up by the Motor Sports Association, governing body of UK motor sport, and launched last year by Lewis Hamilton in the Mclaren Technology Centre, Go Motorsport has been established to help all-comers to get involved in all aspects of motor sport from racing and rallying to karting and stunt-driving style autotests.

As well as enjoying great support from Lewis, the campaign is backed by a whole host of famous faces including newly crowned world champion Jenson Button, Damon Hill, David Coulthard, Martin Brundle and Sir Frank Williams.

While the Go Motorsport scheme sets out to encourage those of any age to start competing, spectating and/or volunteering, most of its focus is on the next generation of potential champions � those currently being inspired by the stirring efforts of both Lewis and Jenson. They, of course, started karting at a very young age and there�s a special section on the GoMotorsport.net website detailing all the many thrilling opportunities available to those aged under 17 and thus unable to drive on the roads.

What�s more Go Motorsport has just set up an exciting new School Visits programme via the appointment of eight nationwide Regional Development Officers. Each RDO has, of course, been CRB checked and their presentations include an introductory DVD and feature a range of props including high-tech components from an F1 car. Topics covered also include advice on careers in engineering, information on local events together with a clear road safety message. Plainly it is much safer for all if those wishing to have fun on four wheels get their kicks in a properly organised MSA event at an approved venue rather than on the public roads.

As part of Go Motorsport�s partnership with F1 in Schools, these RDOs will be attending local Regional Heats during the run up to Christmas. Moreover those UK schools registering for the 2009/2010 season can be among the first to book a special Go Motorsport presentation. To start the ball rolling, simply contact the campaign by emailing a request to: info@GoMotorsport.net.

Win the first all new XJ in aid of the NSPCC�s Child�s Voice Appeal

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:37:50 GMT

Win the first Jaguar XJ to leave the production line with the NSPCC Jaguar Prize Competition.

Enter by answering three questions about the ultimate sporting luxury car. By entering you�ll be supporting the Child�s Voice Appeal. Last year the NSPCC�s helplines took almost 730,000 calls about children who needed help. But we cannot answer every call, which is why we need your support.

Entry costs £125 and the money raised goes to support the NSPCC�s vital work for children. For your chance to own the first super-sleek Jaguar XJ, go to www.jaguar.co.uk/nspcc before 25 November.

Registration for UK Regional Heats EXTENDED

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:02:01 GMT

REGIONAL REGISTRATION EXTENDED TO FRIDAY 30th OCTOBER 2009
Reigster NOW for UK Regional Finals

The 2009/10 UK F1 in Schools season is open and don't forget to register your team(s) before registration closes on Friday 30th October (for Northern Ireland teams registration will close 1 week before your regional final.) There are many exciting new developments to the 3 classes this year and all three sets of Rules and Regulations are on the website to download now. The dates of the Regional Finals are now on our website click here to check out when and where your nearest regional final is being held.

Register now...

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NEW Formula One Class

This year the R-Type class has been replaced with the Formula One Class. There have been some changes to the rules and regulations so please click here to visit the website and download the NEW Rules and Regulations .

GT in Schools Class

After success at the National Final the GT Class is back with some major changes to the rules and regulations. The most significant change is the removal of Clay Modeling and Scanning from the rules and regulations, this is now included as an optional part of the challenge. GT in Schools cars will now also be manufactued from a block of Balsa Wood as opposed to the foam blocks which were previously used. Click the following link to download the NEW Rules and Regulations.

NEW BLOODHOUND SSC Class

F1 in Schools has teamed up with BLOODHOUND SSC to create the all new F1 in Schools BLOODHOUND SSC Class. This will replace the D-Type class.

The BLOODHOUND SSC project � which aims to break the World Land Speed Record by achieving 1000mph � is an iconic engineering adventure that will push technology to its limit . An SSC is a Super Sonic Car � that is a car which travels faster than the speed of sound . The F1 in Schools BLOODHOUND SSC class is a new concept built around speed and aerodynamics with just one key design rule stating that the vehicle must have four wheels. Click here to download the rules and regulations. Please note there is no weight limit for this class.

IRISH WORLD CHAMPIONS CROWNED

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:23:07 GMT

The Koni Kats team from St. David�s Secondary School inGreystones, County Wicklow took the top honours at the fifth Formula One in Schools Technology Challenge World Championships held this week in London. At a glittering awards ceremony attended by Lewis Hamilton and VIP guests from the world of Formula One and education, the talented students were presented with the Bernie Ecclestone World Championship Trophy and coveted Automotive and Motorsport Engineering scholarships to City University London. They will also be given an exclusive tour of the McLaren Technology Centre tomorrow.

Thirty one teams from 20 countries were vying for the Champions title, with the Koni Kats team showing their design, development, engineering and presentation skills, as well as excellent team work, to lift the Bernie Ecclestone trophy and beat their international rivals. The team also captured two other awards, taking the awards for Best Presentation and Best Engineered car en route to their championship title. The Koni Kats team comprising Conor Daly, Eoin O'Connell, Sean Cleary and Adam Gammell were thrilled to take victory.

Eoin O�Connell, Team Manager for the Koni Kats, said of their victory, �We�re over the moon. We�ve been working for two years on this, so we are thrilled to have all our efforts recognised with this achievement. It�s very special to have won this, we just can�t believe it. I think the work we put into our design and our attention to detail in this, looking at every element from the front wing to the rear fins, has brought us this victory, as well as our strong teamwork.�

Current F1 champion, Lewis Hamilton presented Koni Kats with the Best Engineered car award, which was supported by his F1 team, Vodafone McLaren Mercedes. Hamilton praised the Irish team for their high level of engineering, which has set new standards for the F1 in Schools Challenge.

Lewis said of his visit to the F1 in Schools World Championships, �I�ve really enjoyed meeting the students and finding out more about this exciting global initiative. The global popularity and high tech world of Formula One provides a very exciting and engaging platform for education and it is great to see it being used within schools to enthuse students to study engineering, as well as the other key school subjects. I hope F1 in Schools encourages a new generation of students into Formula One and helps to continue to develop the sport as one of the most technologically advanced in the world.�

Andrew Denford, Founder, F1 in Schools, says of the World Championships, �The fifth annual F1 in School World Championships has been a great success. Each year we see the standards of entrants� rise, with the students using some very advanced engineering technology and amazing ingenuity to produce their racing cars.

�The popularity of Formula One is a significant factor in the appeal of the F1 in Schools programme. Many of the students are avid supporters of the sport, so they felt very privileged to meet Lewis Hamilton and we are very grateful for the time he gave to them today, looking at their cars and learning more about this initiative.�

The Fastest car award, supported by Brawn GP, was won by �Redline Racing� from Trinity Christian School, Canberra, Australia who clocked a time of 1.055 seconds in the time trials.

A number of other student teams were rewarded with beautiful trophies in various award categories. The other award winners were:

Blueforce, SPS SE, Czech Republic, winner of Best Newcomer Award, presented by Tim Byles from the Transformation Trust

Koni Kats St David�s Secondary School, Ireland winner of Best Verbal Presentation Award, presented by Sam Michael for AT&T Williams F1

AC Racing (collaboration team) Australia and Canada, winner of Best Team Portfolio Award, presented by Ian Burrows for F1 Racing

Biohazard from Menai High School, Sydney, Australia winner of Best Pit Display Award, presented by Steve Nevey on behalf of Scuderia Toro Rosso

Team Racere Nanyang Girls High School, Singapore, winner of Outstanding Sportsmanship Award, presented by Dominic Harlow for Force India F1 Team

Velocity from St John Payne School in England, winner of Best Sponsorship & Marketing Award, presented by Jon Williams for Toyota F1 Team

Synergy (collaborationteam) England and Malaysia, winner of Best Team Identity Award, presented by Americo Silva (Shell) on behalf of Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro F1

BETAGREEN Gymnasium Grootmoor, Germany, winner of Innovative Thinking Award presented by current 2008 World Champion Andrew Lees (Pulse) on behalf of ING Renault F1

GENAS Ulsan Information Communication, South Korea,winner of Perseverance Award, presented by Christian Horner for Red Bull Racing F1

AC Racing (collaboration team) Australia and Canada winner of Best Collaboration Team Award, presented by Keith Perry for the Daily Telegraph

Redline Racing, Trinity Christian School, Canberra Sydney, winner of Fastest Car Award, presented by Sam Wood (Pulse) for Brawn GP

Koni Kats St David�s Secondary School, Ireland winner of Best Engineered Car, presented by Lewis Hamilton for Vodafone McLaren Mercedes

AC Racing (Collaboration team) Australia and Canada winner of Third place, presented by Chris Earnshaw for The IET

Redline Racing Christian School, Canberra Sydney winner of Second place, presented by Vernon Coaker, (Minister of State for Schools and Learners) for the DCSF

Koni Kats from St David�s Secondary School, Ireland winner of F1 in Schools 2009 World Champions, presented by Lewis Hamilton, Vodafone McLaren Mercedes

F1 IN SCHOOLS RECEIVES GOVERNMENT SUPPORT

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:29:22 GMT

The Right Honourable Ed Balls MP, Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families, welcomes the F1 in Schools Techology Challenge, saying, "It has never been more important to the UK economy to encourage pupils to consider careers Science, Technolgy, Engineering and Maths, and exciting initiatives like F1 in Schools help to do just that."

�I am delighted that London will host the World Championships later this year and we look forward to welcoming teams from around the world to our capital. The international dimension of this initiative is unique and with its multi-cultural learning opportunities it offers students the chance to expand their life skills, to develop a better understanding of the world beyond our shores and to appreciate the importance of education for a successful future. �

F1 in Schools is a multi-disciplinary challenge which has developed from an inter-school national competition into a global challenge which embraces many of the core subjects within education, using the popularity of the high profile sport of Formula One to enrich their learning experience and skills. Over 30 countries across the world now operate this innovative programme, many of which have included it within the national curriculum.

In the UK F1 in Schools is open to all students from 9 -19 years old and it attracts entries from over 200 schools, with over 1000 students competing for a coveted place in the World Championships. At a global level F1 in Schools reaches over 12 million students in 31 countries.

Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman, F1 in Schools, believes that government support of the programme is very important and says, �Having the support of the UK government for F1 in Schools is fundamental to our programme. As an international challenge we are involved with governments and education departments from many countries, so we are proud to have recognition for our work within the UK at this level. We will be hosting many high level officials from around the world at our World Championships, so the support of the DCSF is very appropriate to the event.

�In F1 in Schools we have captured the imagination of students by linking with the high profile sport of Formula 1 and with the support of the industry we have been able to use it to stimulate students and encourage them to develop their learning skills, expand their interpersonal communication and enjoy the challenge of education.�The 2009 F1 in Schools World Championships begins with a cultural exchange event with the students gathering to meet each other and exchange small cultural gifts at the IET headquarters in London. Three days of exciting competition precede a glittering awards ceremony and the crowning of the new World Champions.

Ian Wright, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for 14-19 Reform and Apprenticeships will officially open the event on Tuesday 15th September and Vernon Coaker, Minister of State for Schools and Learners will officially close the event on the evening of Thursday 17th September.

For further information contact:

Alison Hill/Lucinda Brown

F1 in Schools Press Office

Tel: +44 (0)1327 856 060

Mob: +44 (0)7710 306588

Email: Alison@id-pr.co.uk

F1 IN SCHOOLS WINNERS GIVEN BRITISH GRAND PRIX VIP ACCESS AT SILVERSTONE

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:59:46 GMT

The F1 in Schools Technology Challenge is a fast growing STEM initiative which has captured the attention of thousands of students. And with the prize including a trip to the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, including VIP paddock access, it is always a race to the chequered flag for the finalists.

This weekend six winning teams enjoyed their prize trips to the event, courtesy of Silverstone Circuit, and had once-in-a-lifetime experience joining the 128,000 fans for the British round of the FIA Formula 1 World Championship, as well as being given exclusive paddock access to see the stars of the sport and visit some of the team�s garages.

The F1 in Schools teams were invited to Silverstone as part of their prize for winning their age category at the F1 in Schools National Finals which took place at the Autosport International Show earlier in the year.

On Wednesday two teams, �Team Tigerzz� from Ridgewood School in Doncaster and �St Bede�s Babes� from St Bede�s School in Peterlee, were given unprecedented access to the Formula 1 paddock as the F1 teams prepared for the race weekend.

Team Tigerzz were invited to join the Panasonic Toyota F1 team in their stunning team hospitality unit for a VIP lunch. Afterwards they were whisked into the garage for an exclusive tour, and the highlight of the day for these students, sitting in Jarno Trulli�s race car. St Bede�s Babes were also given special treatment, visiting the F1 Paddock and being given a guided tour of the Torro Rosso F1 team garage.

On Friday the winning team from the F1 in Primary Schools Technology Challenge was invited to watch the first practice session of the Grand Prix from the exclusivity of the F1 paddock. The Caldew Lea Comets from Caldew Lea Primary School, Carlisle, Cumbria were guests of the ING Renault F1 team and were given a tour around the garage between sessions, before meeting BBC F1 TV presenter Jake Humphries for a quick chat and a photo.

On race day, the National Champions, Velocity, from St. John Payne Catholic Comprehensive School, Chelmsford, Essex were joined by Dash from Fitzalan High School, Cardiff, Wales and the Shooting Starz from Richard Rose Central Academy, Carlisle, Cumbria. The three teams were guests of the current World Championship winning team, Vodafone McLaren Mercedes, with a tour of their garage and the team�s impressive brand centre in the paddock.

The three teams watched the 2009 British Grand Prix trackside and met the current World Champion Lewis Hamilton for a photo in the paddock to round off a sensational day.

Chairman and Founder of F1 in Schools, Andrew Denford commented about the visit, �The students had an amazing few days in the Silverstone paddock. They really had a full day of activities and the F1 teams we visited were so hospitable. We�ve taken teams to Silverstone over the years and they have always really enjoyed it, this year even more so. The atmosphere at Silverstone is second to none and our student teams had an unrivalled experience because they were able to get so close to the action.

�I�d like to thank Silverstone Circuit, Formula One Management and the Formula 1 teams for giving the students such an amazing experience. F1 in Schools is designed to encourage students to a career in engineering and what better way for us to demonstrate this than to see the inner sanctum of engineering excellence in F1 during the biggest racing weekend for British motorsport.�

The UK 2009/2010 F1 in Schools Technology Challenge begins later this year with students from across the country designing and building scale model F1 cars. They will compete in a series of regional events in the Autumn with the National Finals being held in January next year.

RICHARD ROSE CENTRAL ACADEMY�S FORMULA ONE TEAM LEARN FROM LEWIS HAMILTON

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:34:12 GMT

Richard Rose Central Academy�s Formula One World Championship hopefuls, The �Shooting Starz�, visited the British Grand Prix at Silverstone on Sunday 21^st June 2009 and met celebrities including Lewis Hamilton, Chris Moyles and Eddie Jordan!

The team arrived at 8.00am where there were four lines of cars feeding slowly into the acres of car parks where they then headed to gate No 5 to meet the F1 in Schools Marketing Executive Katie Fabian and collect their winning tickets following winning the 11-14 age group of the �F1 in Schools� National Finals at the NEC. The Year 9 students (Joe Herring, Becky Best and Cheyenne Slater) tell their story in their own words:

�We were soon mixing with the crowds at the stalls, every team had their own stands selling merchandise, shirts, caps, jackets, flags and a lot more. At 10.30 we crossed the bridge over the track to the pits area. We had to have a special pass for this, and we received many envious looks, as we passed through the barrier. We were taken on a tour of the Williams pit area by the pit boss, we saw the cars being prepared for the race, stood on the pits lane looking down where soon cars would be surrounded by frantic teams of mechanics. Then we walked down the main avenue of hospitality suites and rows of brightly painted articulated lorries. The hospitality suites looked like permanent buildings but they would soon be packed into trucks and off to the next racing event.

We spotted drivers from many teams Jenson Button, Lewis Hamilton, Robert Kubica and more. We saw Max Moseley step out of his trailer into a scrum of press reporters and photographers, all desperate for a crumb of information. We had our pictures taken with various celebrities and at the communications desk for the Williams team, then all too quickly the tour was over and we went back over the bridge.

Now it was time to find our seats at the Hangar Lane Grandstand. We were high up with a really good view. The warm up lap began and all the drivers came by, all trying to warm up their tyres. Then the race began and as all the cars hurtled by the air was full of the sound of screaming engines, we then understood why the man, two seats in front had his hood up and ear defenders on top of that!

The atmosphere was electric as we watched the display of raw power under absolute control. Each driver was trying to gain position without giving anything away to the driver behind. As the laps rolled on Sebastien Vettel pulled further and further ahead, after about ten laps he had almost the whole length of Hanger Straight on the car behind, all he had to do was keep going for a certain win. There was no-one to challenge him. There was a giant screen on the other side of the track, relaying the action from other parts of the track, there was a commentary as well but we could rarely hear it.

The race cars continued to howl past our stand, we took pictures of every team car, until Sebastien Vettel crossed the finish line at the head of the pack. It was all over for another year. The Red Arrows gave a brilliant display as-well as a solo display by a jet fighter. We had a fantastic day out and now it was time to head for home and dream of what might be in the future for ourselves!�.

Silverstone Home of the British F1 Grand Prix

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Thu, 28 May 2009 08:15:44 GMT

The 2008 British Grand Prix will long be remembered as a classic Formula One encounter. As the rain battered the Silverstone circuit, Lewis Hamilton put in one of the performances of his career to stand head and shoulders above his rivals and secure a popular home victory. On a day in which even the most experienced Formula One drivers struggled to keep their cars on track, Hamilton stole the show.

This season's Grand Prix is expected to see record breaking crowds assemble in Northamptonshire to welcome home the reigning world champion, and the youngest in the sport's history, Britain's Lewis Hamilton. The entire race weekend looks certain to buzz with an enormous party spirit as we celebrate a new British hero and cheer him on to each passing lap.

The best teams and drivers in single-seater motor racing have a new set of regulations to contend with in 2009, so we can expect a slightly different order of merit to that which we've become used to of late. With these new regulations designed to increase the racing spectacle even higher from the past two classic seasons, which have thrown up some real surprises and incredible races, expect fireworks on this most challenging of tracks.

But of course there's not only the Formula One, as the GP2 support category gives fans a chance to see the next generation of stars before they jump to the big time. Add to that the Porsche SuperCup, a host of other support events and Silverstone's famous Grand Prix Party and there's little surprise that this is the hottest ticket of the year.

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London to host 2009 F1 in Schools World Championships in September

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 15:05:03 GMT

The Formula One in Schools Technology Challenge will hold its fifth World Championships in the competition�s founding country when over 30 teams from around the globe gather at London�s Royal Horticultural Halls and Conference Centre

The World Championships of this Formula 1 linked global challenge brings together teams of students aged 11 to 19 from around the world who have each competed in their home countries and won through to represent their nation. They compete for the ultimate prize, a scholarship to City University London and the prestigious Bernie Ecclestone trophy.

The competition for victory is as tense as an F1 Grand Prix. With three days of competition, the student teams have to be well-prepared for the Championships, developing their miniature race cars to be as quick as possible � within tight technical regulations � using advanced engineering technologies similar to those used in the real world of Formula 1. It is not just the car itself which will be judged by a panel of scrutineers, it is also the students, with each team member participating in a highly polished presentation about their race team and its car as well as creating a stylish �pit display� of their team�s entry.

F1 in Schools is more than just an engineering based competition; it is a cultural experience for students. It will be the first overseas trip for many of them and a chance to learn about education in other parts of the world. For some teams, it will be the first time that they have met other team members. The unique �collaborative� teams are two schools from different countries linking together to submit an entry into the World Championships. With the two schools represented by up to three students each, communication techniques to develop the car include the Webex live conferencing system, email and social networking sites. The collaborative teams include Australia and Canada, Scotland and China, and England and Singapore.

F1 in Schools Founder, Andrew Denford commented, �With its unequivocal position as the centre of motorsport excellence, the selection of the UK as host country for the World Championship is a fitting tribute to the industry. We hope that we�ll be joined by many stars and personalities from Formula 1 and with many of our patrons having positions in UK-based teams we�re looking forward to involving them during our week-long programme. The four day event will see students from across the world travel to London and take in the sites and culture of this famous city, whilst also learning, competing and meeting new friends.�

Last year the F1 in Schools World Finals were held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, when the reigning Champions �Pulse� from Devonport High School in Plymouth, UK, were crowned. Since this success the team members have enjoyed further achievements through their participation. Andrew Lees secured a work placement at the Renault F1 team with his F1 in Schools success playing a key role in this. Sam Wood was a runner up in the National Science competition as well as being granted a work placement with Foster and Partners architects.

Denford predicts a tough fight for the title this year, saying, �The current F1 in Schools Champions are from the UK, but I think the British teams will have a tough job to defend their title this year as the calibre of teams keeps getting better and better. In terms of the racing, we�ve seen the teams creep closer to the elusive one second time barrier that no team has yet achieved, perhaps it will be this year. Overall, the standard improves at each World Championship and I�m sure we�ll see increased innovation, professionalism and creativity from the teams this year.�

The aim of F1 in Schools is to encourage students to consider engineering as a career, highlighting the positive nature of all that embraces engineering in a fun and positive way. The challenge is for school children aged 11 to 19 to use CAD/CAM software to design, analyse, manufacture, test and race a 20th scale model F1 car made from balsa wood and powered by compressed air cylinders.

The team also produces a supporting portfolio and present in front a panel of judges to show a thorough understanding of the process. Additional credit is given to those teams showing great initiative in areas such as sponsorship, marketing, and website design. Teams are also encouraged to replicate other important aspects of Formula One teams, by creating their own �pit displays�, team wear and merchandise.

The 2009 F1 in Schools World Championships begins with a cultural exchange event with the students gathering to meet each other and exchange small cultural gifts at the IET headquarters in London. Three days of exciting competition precede a glittering awards ceremony and the crowning of the new World Champions. The action starts on Monday 14th September, with the awards event on the evening of Thursday 17th September.

Introducing E&Te from the IET

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Thu, 07 May 2009 13:11:27 GMT

Engineering and Technology Education (E&Te) is a new teachers� magazine being launched this month by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), one of the world�s leading professional societies for the Engineering and Technology community.

The IET is committed to helping teachers implement the national STEM agenda in schools and encouraging young people to study STEM subjects. E&Te is the latest expression of this commitment, joining the web-based Faraday programme and Flipside, the science and technology magazine for teenagers.

E&Te magazine is the successor to Electronics Education and aims to extend that popular formula to the wider STEM teaching community, by providing ideas and articles on innovative cross-curricular STEM projects that have been shown to work in the classroom.

The magazine will be sent free of charge to Heads of D&T and Science in all secondary schools in the UK.

For further information about E&Te or other IET STEM resources such as the web-based Faraday programme and teenage science magazine, Flipside, please contact the Education 5-19 department at schools@theiet.org or take a look at the website www.theiet.org/education

Budding engineers prepare for Silverstone Innovation Centre Design Challenge

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Mon, 11 May 2009 14:54:28 GMT

Challenge were put through their paces at a series of intensive training workshops. The one-day workshops event at Silverstone Innovation Centre, located at the famous Silverstone circuit, was part of the teams� preparation for the Design Challenge Grand Final in July.

Following careful pre-judging of a large number of Design Challenge entries from schools across the UK, 23 teams had been shortlisted, coming from 13 schools. At the workshops, members of the shortlisted teams took part in exercises teaching them about business planning, marketing and presentation skills, all of which will be important for the Final in the summer.

At the Grand Final, on 9 July, the teams will give presentations to a panel of judges, comprising a number of senior figures from the motorsport industry and local businesses. The Final will be modelled on the Dragons Den television programme, with the teams pitching in turn to the judging panel.

The Silverstone Innovation Centre Design Challenge is open to school students aged 11 to18, working in teams to design new inventions and products for the motorsport industry. It is designed so that the work teams put into competing can be woven into regular design and technology classes.

Each team comprises of up to four members, who choose to compete in one of five challenges:

The Engineering Excellence challenge is to emulate the London Eye and design a new tourist attraction for a UK town or city, with a budget of £15m. Supported by Northamptonshire Enterprise.
What-ya-call-it? is about coming up with the next clever idea for an innovative solution to a vexing everyday problem. Supported by Bletchley Park.

Vehicle 2020 is just what it says: the challenge of designing a Formula One car for the year 2020, taking into account how technology will rapidly change. Supported by F1 in Schools.

The Formula Fashion challenge is to design a team outfit, taking into account the technical requirements of Formula One and also the need to look sharp off the track. Supported by Silverstone Circuit.

Promo Puzzle involves the teams coming up with a range of promotional materials for either an event of their choice or designed to attract more people to formula one. Supported by Sarah Franklin Racing.

In addition there are awards for Best Team Image, supported by Scalextric, and Best Visual Presentation, also supported by Sarah Franklin Racing. The overall champion team awarded the Design Challenge Trophy will also win a prize provided by Lunar Racing.

In addition to providing a special prize for the winners, Lunar Racing is offering teams taking part in the Design Challenge the chance to enter an extra competition to design a method for the production of high-quality biodiesel fuel made from cooking oil.

Dianne Wilson, Manager of Silverstone Innovation Centre, said: �All of us at Silverstone Innovation Centre are delighted with the interest and enthusiasm of the teams that are taking part and that the Design Challenge is growing in popularity each year. The support we receive is crucial to the success of the Challenge, and I would like to thank everyone who has given their time to make this work. We are already putting together plans for the 2010 Design Challenge, which will be launched shortly in May so that schools can work the programme into their curricula for this coming year.�

The Design Challenge was conceived by Silverstone Innovation Centre in close association with Darren Giles, a design and technology teacher at The National School in Nottingham. Darren Giles said: �The standard of the entries for this year�s Design Challenge was very high, and producing the shortlist was not easy. We�re looking forward to the Grand Final in July, and it will be particularly interesting to see how much advice and expertise the teams picked up at the workshops. As always, the Design Challenge�s supporters have been very generous in giving their time and resources to help develop the next generation of motorsport engineers.�

Silverstone Circuit will be hosting the Grand Final at its Jimmy Brown Centre as well supporting the Formula Fashion challenge. The winners of this challenge could see their designs sold in one of Silverstone�s shops. David Thomson, Legal and Procurement Director of Silverstone Circuit, said: �We�re delighted to be hosting the Grand Final and supporting the Formula Fashion challenge. I am looking forward to being part of the panel in the Dragons Den and seeing the teams pitch at close hand.�

Notes for editors

Press enquiries to: Margaret Henry, PR Director

Tel: + 44 (0)1865 811199 Email: m.henry@oxin.co.uk

About the Silverstone Innovation Centre Design Challenge

Founded in 2007, the Silverstone Innovation Centre Design Challenge is open to school students who work in teams to design new products for the motorsport industry.

For more information: www.oxin.co.uk/designchallenge

About Silverstone Innovation Centre

Silverstone Innovation Centre is a joint venture between British Racing Drivers Club and the East Midlands Development Agency, managed by Oxford Innovation. The Centre is designed to house up to 40 high performance engineering start-up and growing companies and offers 30,000 sq ft of space with individual units ranging from under 200 sq ft to over 1,000 sq ft. It is located at Silverstone Circuit, the home of British motorsport and the venue of the British Grand Prix, and is served by the A43 dual carriageway between the M1 and M40. For more information: www.oxin.co.uk/silverstone

About Oxford Innovation

Oxford Innovation provides services to growing companies, and to government bodies that promote enterprise. The company operates 14 Innovation Centres that provide flexible office and laboratory space to over 400 technology, knowledge-based and creative companies.

Oxford Innovation also manages three highly successful Investment Networks that link investors with entrepreneurs seeking funding from £20,000 to £2 million. During the last five years, the investment networks have helped over 90 companies raise £19.5m. For more information: www.oxin.co.uk

Oxford Innovation�s sister firm, SQW Consulting, is a leading economic development and management consultancy whose clients include government departments in the UK and overseas, regional development agencies, funding bodies, local authorities, partnerships and international organisations. For more information: www.sqw.co.uk

Mini United 2009

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 12:18:26 GMT

SILVERSTONE WILL BE THIS YEAR'S SETTING FOR THE LARGEST MINI FAN EVENT EVER, CELEBRATING THE BRAND'S 50TH BIRTHDAY.

After Misano/Italy and Zandvoort/Netherlands, MINI is celebrating the third MINI United Festival in the UK - the country where it all started. MINI lovers, most of whom will be travelling in their own cars from countries all over the world, can look forward to the unique mixture of an exciting show programme, motorsport action and a music festival.

In addition to music show acts, stunt shows, go-karting, lounge areas and DJs, the MINI community will also be able to experience a huge exhibition which will take MINI fans through the whole history of the brand. The MINI CHALLENGE will also be part of the festival again, moving into its third and fourth heat in front of an international audience. In addition, the Mini Seven Racing Club will increase the excitement on the course by organising a race with up to 40 classic Mini race cars. There will also be the possibility for you to drive a few laps on the Silverstone track, either alone or with a MINI CHALLENGE driver.

There will be lots of bars, kiosks and restaurants providing a plentiful supply of food and drink. And for those looking for children's entertainments, the Kids' Area will once again provide plenty of activities, from bobby-car racing and climbing to body-painting.

FREE Open Paddock
FREE Grandstand Seating
FREE Car Parking
FREE Entry for Children 15 and Under

To purchase tickets please visit www.miniunited.com

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UK Registration for 2009/10 is OPEN

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 14:08:01 GMT

Register now...

Please login now at the top of page to register your team for the new season. You can register up to three teams per school/college/youth group with 3-6 students per team.

NEW Formula One Class

This year the R-Type class has been replaced with the Formula One Class. There have been some changes to the rules and regulations so please click here to download the NEW Rules and Regulations and also click here to download the 'What has Changed' document.

GT in Schools Class

After success at the National Final the GT Class is back with some major changes to the rules and regulations. The most significant change is the removal of Clay Modeling and Scanning from the rules and regulations, this is now included as an optional part of the challenge. GT in Schools cars will now also be manufactued from a block of Balsa Wood as opposed to the foam blocks which were previously used. Click here to download the 'What has Changed' document and click the following link to download the NEW Rules and Regulations.

NEW BLOODHOUND SSC Class

F1 in Schools has teamed up with BLOODHOUND SSC to create the all new F1 in Schools BLOODHOUND SSC Class. This will replace the D-Type class.

The Bloodhound SSC project � which aims to break the World Land Speed Record by achieving 1000mph � is an iconic engineering adventure that will push technology to its limit . An SSC is a Super Sonic Car � that is a car which travels faster than the speed of sound . The F1 in Schools BLOODHOUND SSC class is a new concept built around speed and aerodynamics with just one key design rule stating that the vehicle must have four wheels. Download the rules and regulations now.

2009 World Championships

The 2009 World Championships will be held in the UK between 15th - 16th September at the Royal Horticultural Halls, with the Awards Ceremony in the evening of 17th September.

All UK teams are invited to attend to meet the World Championship teams and pick up some tips for the UK Regional Finals. To receive further information about accreditation for the event please email world@f1inschools.com with UK visit in the subject line.

Students from Lindley Junior School take to the podium

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 09:25:42 GMT

Teams from Lindley Primary School win 1st & 3rd place in F1 in Schools Competition. Lindley Lightening Bolts stormed to victory beating off 28 other teams on Monday when they won the F1 in Schools Primary Pilot Final. The event was held on Monday at the Royal Armouries� Leeds where VIP�s and spectators watched in anticipation as 132 primary students from West Yorkshire competed to win the trophies and prizes.

The winning team from Lindley Primary School who took 1^st place on the podium are made up of four students aged 9 and 10 years old. The team also won the Corus Fastest Car award with a time of 1.205 seconds. Queens of Speed, also from Lindley made it to the podium winning 3^rd place overall.

The competition challenges teams of students to use CAD/CAM software to design, test and manufacture miniature compressed gas-powered balsa wood F1 cars. A purpose-built 20 metre track will be used to test the speed of the model F1� cars. In addition, participants will be judged on their final car design, engineering development, team work and project presentation.

Ben Gowthorpe a member of Poison Demons, from Ackton Pastures Primary School who came 2^nd Overall said: �I like manufacturing - I liked cutting the car out and using the machines best. We�re looking forward to seeing our race and how good the car looks!�

�I can draw well and Jessie can draw well so we got to do the design and paint the car which was the best bit for me. I enjoyed using the cutting machines too but really got into the design.� Kennedy Muntanga, Poison Demons from Ackton Pastures Primary School.

The Primary Pilot Final event took place with the assistance of a host of sponsors and supporters. Amongst these are Yorkshire Forward, Denford Limited, The IET, Corus Jaguar, The Learning Grid and Frog.

�This was an excellent day which demonstrated how engineering, science and design can be brought to life in an innovative way to build on the skills of our regions youth. We believe that by opening up communication between our regions private sector and the communities that surround them, we can begin to develop links that will eventually secure the future prosperity of both � the F1 in Schools Regional Final has done this at ground level with local businesses sponsoring local teams. The children showed an enterprising spirit, with some teams fundraising in their own way for a successful project � A skill in itself!� Ruth Adams, Assistant Director of Skills at Yorkshire Forward

The F1 in Schools Challenge is an existing international competition in its ninth year, which currently engages with secondary school pupils and teachers in over 10,000 schools from 31 countries around the world. Bernie Ecclestone, President and CEO of Formula One Management gave his support to F1 in Schools by granting the challenge a world-wide protected trademark and a new logo in 2005. Since this time the initiative has built close links with teams and personalities within Formula One.

James Allen from ITV Sport who commentated at the event and also presented the awards to the winning teams at the presentation ceremony said "I've always been impressed with the work of the children in the F1 in schools programme, but the event for the younger age group In Leeds really blew my mind. There were 9 year olds looking at the problems of reducing friction in wheels, taking weight out of the chassis, improving the aerodynamics; all the things real engineers do. Hats off to Andrew Denford and his team. This challenge is opening up a really exciting new frontier."

The Primary project has allowed F1 in Schools to further expand within the primary education sector in partnership with 19 West Yorkshire schools. Building upon a well developed and delivered model in the secondary education sector by extending the existing F1 challenge and activities to the primary sector will encourage secondary schools already participating in F1 challenge to act as manufacturing and race hubs for a group of associated feeder primary schools.

Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman of F1 in Schools said �The standard of work on display at the pilot final was outstanding. The event has been a great success and for the students involved, the project has brought a real sense of fun and excitement into learning ICT, Science, Engineering and Maths�.

Full Results F1 in Schools Primary Pilot Final

Best Team Sponsorship and Marketing � Moorlands School

Best Pit Display � Poison Demons, Ackton Pastures Primary School

Best Portfolio � Lightning Dragons, Moorlands Primary School

Best Verbal Presentation � Golden Hawks, Park Junior School

Best Team Identity � The Sparks, St. James Church Primary School

Best Website � Reinwood Primary School

The Chairman�s Team Identity Award � XLR8, Thornton Primary School

Best Engineered Car � Half Acres Hurricanes, Half Acres Junior School

Fastest Car Award � Lindley Lightning Bolts, Lindley Primary School

3rd Place Winners � Queens of Speed, Lindley Primary School

2^nd Place Winners � Poison Demons, Ackton Pastures Primary School

1^st Place Winners � Lindley Lightning Bolts, Lindley Primary School

2009/10 Championship Season

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 11:51:17 GMT

Registration for the upcoming F1 in Schools season will soon be open for UK teams. Each school/college/youth group can enter up to three teams of 3-6 students for the regional finals which will take place during November and December 2009.

There are lots of exciting new developments to the F1 in Schools classes so please keep an eye on the website for more information including this years rules and regulations.

We are currently in the process of mapping F1 in Schools to the curriculum and these full curriculum matierals including lesson plans will be available very soon so please keep checking the website for more information.

We look forward to seeing you all at the regional finals.

The F1 in Schools Team

Essex team 'Velocity' are crowned F1 in Schools UK National Champions

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 09:34:58 GMT

Six budding Formula One engineers showed that they have the X Factor during the weekend. Team Velocity School student team, from St John Payne Catholic Comprehensive School in Essex designed, created and raced to victory in the National Finals of the Formula One in Schools Technology Challenge held at the Autosport International Show in Birmingham this weekend. The National Champions were ecstatic with their achievement after several months of dedication to producing a winning car paid off for the students.

Team Velocity have worked tirelessly for the last six months, perfecting the design of their scale model Formula One car and beating over 200 teams from around the country to lift the F1 in Schools National title. They will now go forward to the World Championship event next year, with the prospect of racing for the prestigious Bernie Ecclestone trophy and coveted scholarships to City University London.

Their victory, as well as securing them their chance to represent Britain, also won the team members a trip to the 2009 British Grand Prix and a fast track to a work experience placement at Williams Formula One team, with one lucky student guaranteed this highly sought after opportunity.

Team Velocity consisted of David Nicholls, Patrick Delaney, Hannah Griggs, Ronald Lee, Gemma Morris and William O�Donnell. David Nicholls Team Manager, Team Velocity, said of winning, �It feels absolutely amazing to have won as Overall Winners, we really didn�t think we would win to be honest, so that makes it even more amazing. I have an A-Level exam at nine in the morning and we�ve done all of this during our busiest exam period and university applications, so it�s a testament to our team work that we�ve managed to pull it all together for the National Finals and win.

�We have learnt so much about working as a team, taking on our individual job role and then coming together as a team to make our ideas work, we have a great team unity here at Team Velocity. We�re really excited about the World Championships, we�ll work on our car to make it quicker and do anything we can to step it up a notch to increase our chances of winning. The World Championships are being held in the UK, so it would be brilliant to have a UK World Championship winning team.�

Chairman and Founder of F1 in Schools, Andrew Denford said of this year�s National Finals, �The future of Formula One should be in safe hands if the standard achieved by our winners in particular, and all our entrants, is an indicator of prospective British engineering talent.

With the support of the Formula One industry, F1 in Schools has captured the imagination of thousands of school children, not only in the UK but around the globe as well. We�re delighted that F1 in Schools is providing schools and students with an innovative, engaging and rewarding programme that encourages independent thinking, team work, and engineering learning. The success of our event today proves that it is highly relevant and is a valuable stepping stone for a future career in engineering, and maybe, Formula One.�

The F1 in Schools competition challenges students to design, construct and race a scale Formula 1 car, made from a block of balsa wood and powered by a compressed gas canister. The cars race on a 20 metre track, covering the distance in just over one second, a speed barrier which is yet to be broken by any student team since it was set by Team FUGA at the 2007 World Championships.

Results 2008/09 UK NATIONAL FINALS

UK National Champions 2008/09Velocity � St. John Payne Catholic Comprehensive School, Chelmsford, Essex

Winners 11-14 Age Group sponsored by The IET:

1. Shooting Starz � Richard Rose Central Academy, Carlisle, Cumbria

2. Team Formula Xtreme � Ballycastle High School, Ballycastle, Antrim, N.Ireland

3. Memphis � St.Dunstan�s Community School, Glastonbury, Somerset

Winners 14-19 Age Group sponsored by Autosport International:

1. Velocity � St. John Payne Catholic Comprehensive School, Chelmsford, Essex

2. Team Velocity � The Gryphon School, Sherborne, Dorset

3. Falcons � Richard Rose Central Academy, Carlisle, Cumbria

Winners Rookies sponsored by Corus:

1. Dash � Fitzalan High School, Cardiff, Wales

2. 2Fast4U � The Royal Belfast Academical Institution, Belfast, N. Ireland

3. Faversham Fire - Queen Elizabeth�s Grammar School, Faversham, Kent

Primary F1 in Schools sponsored by F1 in Schools:

1. Caldew Lea Comets- Caldew Lea Primary School, Carlisle, Cumbria

2. Jagah � St. Teresa�s Primary School, Omagh, Co. Tyrone, N. Ireland

3. Worldwide Racers � Ysgol Cae Top, Llanfairpwll, Anglesey, Wales

Best Engineered Car sponsored by Jaguar:

DNA - Ashfield Boys High School, Belfast, N. Ireland

Fastest D-Type sponsored by McLaren Racing:

St. Bede's Babes - St. Bede's Catholic Comprehensive School, Peterlee, Durham (1.122 seconds)

Fastest R-Type sponsored by the Royal Academy of Engineering:

Team Velocity � The Gryphon School, Sherborne, Dorset (1.149 seconds)

Team Discipline Award - The Chairman's Award:

St. Bede's Babes - St. Bede's Catholic Comprehensive School, Peterlee, Dorset

Perseverance in the face of adversity award sponsored by the Learning Grid:

Faversham Fire � Queen Elizabeth�s Grammar School, Faversham, Kent

Best Team Sponsorship & Marketing Award sponsored by KHP Consulting:

Team Velocity � The Gryphon School, Sherborne, Dorset

Innovative Thinking Award sponsored by the Silverstone Innovation Centre:

Road Rippers � Lochgelly High School, Fife

Best Team Website

Spectrum F1,Robert Mays School, Hampshire

This Saturday & Sunday watch the 2009 UK National Final Live

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 14:48:58 GMT

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This weekend fans of the F1 in Schools Global Technology Challenge will have the opportunity to tune in live and watch as a new team of students are crowned UK Champions. This Saturday and Sunday the F1 in Schools National Finals are taking place at the Autosport International Show in Birmingham�s NEC, where the event will be broadcast live via a webcast on the F1 in Schools Website, as well as two special programmes on Information TV, Sky Channel 167.

30 student teams will gather at the event with their scale Formula One cars, to race to the chequered flag and take victory. Fellow students, friends and families of the competing teams will be able to keep up to date with all of the action from the pits and live on track racing as the teams line up on the grid. The live web feed, direct from the NEC in Birmingham will begin from 10am as the 2009 UK National Championships get the green light to race!

Taking you through the action throughout the two days will be pit lane reporter Lee McKenzie and race commentator Ben Edwards both of whom have long standing careers as motorsport pundits. McKenzie has recently been announced as part of the new presenting line up for the BBC Formula One coverage for the 2009 season, whilst Edwards also has an extensive background in motorsport commentary including Formula One, A1GP and British Touring Cars. Both Ben and Lee will be in the pits and trackside at the NEC, bringing you all of the results and racing action as it happens.

Andrew Denford, founder and Chairman of the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge commented, �This year the UK National Finals are being broadcast live online, so people from all across the world can log on to the internet to catch the action. The current F1 in Schools World Champions �Pulse� are currently from the UK, the standard is really high in the UK so no doubt teams from other nation�s will use this as a benchmark and be keen to watch this year�s competition.

�We have two renowned motorsport pundits bringing the action to the viewers live, I hope that fellow pupils, families and teachers will all watch the television broadcast and the live webcast to support their school teams at the event. The competition at the National finals is fierce and the atmosphere is intense, the teams have worked very hard to get this far and they are all tying to take home the accolade of British Champions.�

F1 in Schools is a global technology challenge where students design and construct a scale Formula One car, which they race at scale speeds of up to 200mph down a two lane track. The car is constructed from balsa wood and powered by a compressed air canister. The teams at the National Finals range in age from 9 to 19, and have earned their place to race after winning in one of 10 regional finals which took place across the UK. All of the dedicated work on the design and construction of their cars is undertaken by the students out of class time.

Catch all the action as it is broadcast live on the F1 in Schools website www.f1inschools.co.uk and on Information TV Sky channel 167 from 5.30 - 6.00pm on Saturday 10^th, and from 2.30pm- 3.30pm on Sunday 11th January.

UK National Finalists set for tough race to the flag this weekend

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 12:12:20 GMT

One of the most prestigious titles among engineering students will be contested this weekend with the National Final of the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge taking place at the motorsport industry event of the year, Autosport International racing car show, in Birmingham.

Formula One in Schools is searching for a new British Championship winning team. The teams in the pits ready to take to the track are budding engineers who have designed and created a miniature Formula One car and will race to be crowned the F1 in Schools UK National Champions. This year the National Champions will win an exclusive tour of the Williams F1 team headquarters as part of their prize, as well as the once in a lifetime opportunity to be able to apply for their work experience programme. One member of the team is guaranteed a place on the programme and the chance to work within the Williams Formula One Team.

After a three month search for the best young engineering talent in the UK with a total of 10 regional finals and over 200 competing teams, the top 30 have been selected to compete at the National Final. From this just one team will become National Champions and go on to represent the UK at the F1 in Schools World Championships, racing for the Bernie Ecclestone Trophy and a coveted university scholarship at the City University London.

The F1 in Schools competition challenges students to design, construct and race a scale Formula 1 car, made from a block of balsa wood and powered by a compressed gas canister. Last year the UK National Champions were �Blaze� from Ynysawdre Comprehensive School in Bridgend. In January they will be back at the National Finals to defend their title, in a bid to become the only team to win the UK National Finals two years in a row.

The reigning World Champions are a British team, �Pulse� from Devonport High School, Dorset. They have had a once in a lifetime adventure since winning the F1 in Schools World Championships at the F1 Grand Prix in Malaysia. The team has met HRH Prince Andrew in St. James�s Palace, attended the British Grand Prix and had exclusive access to the teams� garages, as well as visiting the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking.

Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman of the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge commented ahead of the National Finals, �This year the regional finals have been a closely fought battle, the prizes on offer to the winning teams are unique to this Technology Challenge, so the students are keen to win. There is a wealth of talent within the teams this year, they�ve improved year on year, and the fact that the World Champions are currently a British Team shows that the standards in this country are phenomenally high.

�The students work so hard to get to the National finals and its great to see the efforts that they put in to trying to beat all their rival schools and grab a place at the World Championships. The Autosport Show is the perfect venue for us to hold our National finals, as it gives the teams the opportunity to soak up the motor racing environment.�

The Autosport International Show is the UK�s premier motor racing event. The F1 in Schools National Finals take place on 10 and 11 January in Hall 9 of the NEC, Birmingham.

Full list of finalists:

Team Tigerzzz	Ridgewood School	Y&H	11-14
XLR8	Lochgelly High School	Scotland	11-14
Shooting Starz	Richard Rose Central Academy	North West	11-14
Pressure Point	Neale-Wade Community College	Central	11-14
Memphis	St. Dunstan's Community School	South West	11-14
Team Dragon	Dyffryn Taf School	South Wales	11-14
Leoneons F1	St Leonards Catholic School	North East	11-14
Pelydr-X	Morgan Llwyd	North Wales	11-14
Lightning Strikes Again	Chelmer Valley School	London	11-14
Team Formula Xtreme	Ballycastle High School	Northern Ireland	11-14
Team Raptor	Salendine Nook High School	Y&H	14-19
Road Rippers	Lochgelly High School	Scotland	14-19
Falcons	Richard Rose Central Academy	North West	14-19
Mach 1	Lutterworth College	Central	14-19
Team Velocity	The Gryphon School	South West	14-19
Blaze	Ynysawdre Comprehensive School	South Wales	14-19
St Bede's Babes	St Bede's Catholic Comprehensive School	North East	14-19
Gwib	Ysgol Botwnnog	North Wales	14-19
Velocity	St. John Payne Catholic Comprehensive School	London	14-19
DNA	Ashfield Boys High School	Northern Ireland	14-19
Baysgarth Bullets	Baysgarth High School	Y&H	Rookie
Atoms and Airbags	Jordanhill School	Scotland	Rookie
Red Kites	Little Lever Specialist Language College	North West	Rookie
Team Terminator	Harris School	Central	Rookie
Firebirds	Beechen Cliff School	South West	Rookie
Dash	Fitzalan High School	South Wales	Rookie
Team Rapido	Spennymoor School	North East	Rookie
Team Hippo	Eirias High School	North Wales	Rookie
Faversham Fire	Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School	London	Rookie
2Fast4U	The Royal Belfast Academical Institution	Northern Ireland	Rookie
Worldwide Racers	Ysgol Cae Top	North Wales	Primary
Team Talwrn	Ysgol Y Talwrn	North Wales	Primary
Storm Racers	Mortimer Primary School	North East	Primary
Caldew Lea Comets	Caldew Lea Primary School	North West	Primary
Team Firebolt	North Kilworth Primary School	Central England	Primary
Jagah	St. Teresa's Primary School	Northern Ireland	Primary
Thunderstrike	Donemana Primary School	Northern Ireland	Primary
Dynamite	West Park Primary School	South Wales	Primary
Corneli Pocket Rockets	Corneli Primary	South Wales	Primary

Denford Ltd Sales Executive Vacancy

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:38:31 GMT

* Based at Brighouse (territory to be decided upon), this is a UK field-based sales role. Reporting to UK National Sales Manager.

* Represent Denford Ltd and present & demonstrate their products to the customer base, which is mainly schools, but includes colleges, universities and vocational training centres.

* Undertake essential sales planning tasks, including territory planning, target account reporting, weekly visit schedules etc.

* Work with the Sales Support Team to ensure prompt and appropriate response to sales enquiries, quotations and tender submissions etc.

* Liaise with the UK National Sales Manager to provide a monthly list of Key Target Accounts, actions to secure business and a monthly activity report.

* Represent Denford at national and local Exhibitions.

* Attend sales and marketing training courses, when required.

If you wish to submit a formal application, then send a CV with salary details to Mrs J Bramley at the following address: jbramley@denford.co.uk

UK National Final 2008-09 at the Autosport International Show 2009

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 14:20:58 GMT

Come along to the F1 in Schools UK National Final and watch all the action first hand! Autosport International are offering anyone wanting to come to the F1 in Schools UK National Final a special ticket promotion for buy 2 tickets get 1 free. To use this special offer just quote F1 in Schools when ordering your tickets from http://www.autosport-international.com/public/ or when calling 0844 579 3188.

Autosport International is the world's largest dedicated motorsport exhibition available to the public. Each year it features team launches, driver appearances, motorsport displays and top cars, hundreds of stands offering the latest products, a live indoor motorsport arena, Autosport magazine's central stage and F1 Racing magazine's display of Formula One cars.

The F1 in Schools UK National Final is taking place in Hall 9 of the NEC on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th Janaury 2009. The event will begin from 10am on both days ending with an awards ceremony at 3pm on the 11th.

'Formula Extreme' win in Northern Ireland

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 11:05:00 GMT

Ballycastle High School, Antrim took victory with their team �Formula Extreme� at the Northern Ireland Regional Finals held on Friday at Ulster Folk and Transport Museum in Holywood. The School scooped the 11-14 Age Group title, the race to be the Fastest R-Type car as well as the Overall Winners crown at the regional event and have now earned their place to race in the UK National Finals to be held at Autosport International Show in January next year.

The aspiring F1 engineers, created a miniature Formula One car, which they raced along a 20 metre track against competitors from across the region. The Formula Extreme team for the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge consisted of Meghan McMullan, Craig Henry, Scott Horner, Daniel Jamieson, Jordanne Kane and Claire Kennedy.

Also joining Team Formula Extreme at the National Finals are �Team DNA� from Ashfield Boys High School in Belfast who won the 14-19 Age Group category. The Team DNA students were Matthew Wightman, Mark Earney, Stephen Hamilton, Daniel Skelton and Gerald Taulo. The final team through to the National Finals are �2 Fast 4 U�, from Royal Belfast Academical Institute School in Belfast, after they scooped the award for Best Rookie Team. Team 2 Fast 4 U included Samuel Millar, Lee Mason, Tomas McCleave, Philip McComiskey, Conor Rankin, and Duncan Wells.

Formula One, with its headline-hitting excitement, controversy, glitz and glamour, has been the catalyst to introduce thousands of students to the world of engineering and open their eyes to the opportunities that the industry offers. It is an industry that is sorely lacking new talent, from product designers to mechanical engineers and many other key skills. The Formula One in Schools Technology Challenge is proving that engineering can be an attractive proposition for students, presenting the discipline in an engaging, relevant and appealing competitive environment. Now in its eighth year, the multi-disciplined F1 in Schools Challenge has attracted growing numbers of students, with schools recognising its value in encouraging the study of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Victory for Velocity in Essex

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 14:42:16 GMT

St John Payne Catholic Comprehensive School, Chelmsford took victory with their team �Velocity� at the South East Regional Finals held today at CEME in Essex. The School scooped the 14-19 Age Group title, the award for the Best Engineered Car as well as the Overall Winners crown at the regional event and have now earned their place to race in the UK National Finals to be held at Autosport International Show in January next year.

The aspiring F1 engineers, created a miniature Formula One car, which they raced along a 20 metre track against competitors from across the region. The Velocity team for the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge consisted of David Nicholls, Patrick Delaney, Hannah Griggs, Ronald Lee, Gemma Morris and William O'Donnell.

Also joining Velocity at the National Finals are �Lightening Strikes Again� from Chelmer Valley School in Chelmsford, who won the 11-14 Age Group category. The team for the event consisted of, Sherilyn Powell, Christopher Constable, Hannah Free and Hannah Wicks. The final team through to the National Finals are �Faversham Fire�, fromQueen Elizabeth School in Faversham, after they scooped the award for Best Rookie Team. Team Faversham Fire included, Stephen Turner, Hamish Mckenzie, Carlo Monticolombi, Josh Parks, Jon Reay and Stacey Warren.

The Code Red team from Aylesbury School won the race for the fastest D-Type car. Their team for the event consisted of Mark Baruch, Oliver Clark-Darby, Michael Cooke, Stewart Dales, and Simon Tilby. Whilst Team Phoenix from 2407 Air Cadets, won the race in the R-Type car, the team included Sam Nicholson, Alex Cobb and Sam Cobb.

The Lightspeed team from Latymer School in Edmonton won the Innovative Thinking Award. Their Team for the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge consisted of Sujit Gnanakumar, Leo Howard and Achilles Malcomson.

The Sponsorship and Marketing award went to Spectrum F1 from Robert Mays School in Odiham, their team Ashley Tomlinson, Katie Holmes, Jon Seager, Vicky Stanway and Nicki Wernham,

Fun had by all at the Great Ormond Street Hospital Childrens Christmas Party

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 10:16:47 GMT

F1 in Schools were delighted to be invited along to the Great Ormond Street Childrens Charity Christmas Party on Monday 8th December. The children from Great Ormond Street hospital were entertained by a whole host of their favourite characters and celebrities such as Rupert Grint, Tom Felton (Ron Weasley & Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter) and Tess Daly (Strictly Come Dancing), but most importantly recievied a special visit from Santa himself.

They played games, made cakes and had a great time testing their reaction times on the F1 in Schools track. Three lucky winners with the quickest reaction times won a McLaren goody bag donated by Santander to take home with them. F1 in Schools would like to wish everyone at Great Ormond Street Hospital a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

'Gwib' from Ysgol Botwnnog win in North Wales

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:14:34 GMT

Ysgol Botwnnog from Gwynedd took victory with their team �Gwib� at the North Wales Regional Finals held today at Bangor University. The School scooped the 14-19 Age Group title as well as the Overall Winners crown at the regional event and have now earned their place to race in the UK National Finals to be held at Autosport International Show in January next year.

The aspiring F1 engineers, created a miniature Formula One car, which they raced along a 20 metre track against competitors from across the region. The Gwib team for the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge consisted of Llyr Hughes, Arwel Evans, Thomas Evans, Mari Roberts, Sian Roberts and Dafydd Sion Williams.

Also joining Gwib at the National Finals are Pelydr-x from Morgan Llwyd School in Wrexham, they won the 11-14 Age Group category. The team for the event consisted of, Thomas Cliffe, Deiniol Davis, Haf Edwards, Tesni Jones and Danny Rich. The final team through to the National Finals are Team Hippo, from Eiria High School in Colwyn Bay, after they scooped the award for Best Rookie Team. Team Hippo included, Elliot Heap, Jack Osbourne and Matthew Walker.

Welshpool High School was the quickest School on track and won both the D-Type and R-Type categories with their teams. Fire Flash secured a time of 1.187 seconds down the 20 metre track with their D-type car, their team consisted of Robert Holz Leyton Heddoe, Harry Gries, Daniel Pugh, Jack Taylor and Edward Tuffin. Whilst Quantum Velocity set a fastest time of 1.192 seconds with their R-Type car, the team for the event included Tom Davies, Adam Ellis, Alex Grimshaw, James Mead, Jack Williams and Tom Williams.

The Sponsorship and Marketing award went to Fast Forward from Holywell High School, Flintshire their team included, Katie Eyton, Joseph Matthews, Natalie Papper, Shaun Birch, Shaun Jones and Leanne Lefley. Team Glucose from Ysgol Friars won the Best Team Identity award. The team from Gwynedd included Mathieu Rees, Joshua Bartholomew, Essa Hijazi, Ussama Mohyuddin, Lowri Thomas and Charlotte Williams.

The final awards went to Osprey F1 team from Connahs Quay High School in Flintshire, they won the Best Engineered Car Award, as well as their 14-16 age group category. The team for the challenge included James Hulley, Tom Craven, Shaun Hadley, Tom Hines, and Matthew Thomas

The North Wales event was the eighth Regional Final of the 2008/09 season, as the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge travels around the UK, visiting ten different venues. The winning teams will then compete for national glory in January at the National Finals to be held on the 10/11^th January at the Autosport International Show, NEC, Birmingham. The new National Champions will then represent the UK at the World Championships, which have previously been held alongside Formula One Grand Prix events, with last year�s finals being held in Kuala Lumpur during the Malaysian Formula One Grand Prix weekend.

St Bedes School wins five awards in Newcastle

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:18:39 GMT

St Bede�s Catholic Comprehensive School in Peterlee took a dominating victory at the North East England Regional Finals held today at The Discovery Museum in Newcastle. The School scooped five awards including the Overall Winners crown at the regional event with their two teams St Bede�s Babes and Team Carbon. The St Bede�s Babes team have now earned their place to race in the UK National Finals to be held at Autosport International Show in January next year.

The aspiring F1 engineers, created a miniature Formula One car, which they raced along a 20 metre track against competitors from across the region. The St Bede�s Babes team won the 14-19 Age Group category, the award for the Best Engineered Car and the Overall Winners title at the event. The team for the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge consisted of Hayley Clarke, Megan Crombie, Caitlan Quinney and Yasmin Tomlinson.

Their sister team, Team Carbon took home the Best Sponsorship and Marketing award, whilst also winning the race to have the fastest car of the day. A time of 1.157 seconds secured the team victory in the race to be fastest D-type team. Team Carbon consisted of Luke Stephenson, Adam Brown, Richard Dring, Hannah Fahey and Hayley Honnor.

Also winning trough to the National Finals are Leoneons F1 from St Leonards School in Northend, after securing victory in the 11-14 Age Group category, the team for the event consisted of, Aidan Hodgson, Grant Cook, Adele Eliot, Jack Mullaney, Ciaran Parkin, and Sophie Yorston.

The final team through to the National Finals are Team Rapido, from Spennymoor School, who scooped the award for Best Rookie Team. Team Rapido included, James Thompson, Bethany Blatchford, Daniel Courtley, James Foreman, Ryan Gamsby and Daniel Hardy.

The Innovative Thinking Award went to Team Stilleto from Framwell Gate School, whose inspirational car design secured victory. Their team included, Louisa Oliver, Katie Blackett, Naomi Emerson, Amy Harris, and Melissa Hodgson.

The Newcastle event also starred several Primary School teams, the Storm Racers team from Mortimer Primary, South Shields won the award for Overall Primary School Winners. The Storm Racers consisted of, Naomi Dover, Chloe Ingamells, Megan Lowrie, Grace Pike and Lucy-Anne Searcey.

The North East England event was the seventh of the 2008/09 season, as the F1 in Schools regional finals travel around the UK, taking in ten different venues with several hundred school teams taking part. The winning teams will then compete for national glory in January at the National Finals to be held on the 10/11^th January at the Autosport International Show, NEC, Birmingham

Dash to victory in South Wales

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 16:01:20 GMT

The �Dash� team from Fitzalan High School in Cardiff took victory at the South Wales England Regional Finals held yesterday at the National Waterfront Museum in Swansea. The team scooped two awards at the event, including the accolade of Best Rookie Team, as well as the Overall Winners award. The team has now earned their place to race in the UK National Finals to be held at Autosport International Show in January next year.

Team Dash for the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge consisted of Tom Nolloth, Jack Smith, Daniel Hooper, Stuart Winterbottom, Leslie Flynn and Sam Higgitt.

Last year�s UK National Champions Blaze from Ynysawdre Comprehensive School in Bridgend were back to try and retain their title at the South Wales finals. This year the team returned with several fresh faces, plus two of its original members. The team won the 14-19 age category and took the first step towards retaining their crown by securing a place at the National Finals. The team also won the race to be the fastest R-Type car of the day, with a time of 1.209 seconds down the 20 metre track.

Joining Dash and Blaze at the National Finals will be Team Dragon 1, from Dyffryn Taf School in Cardiff after they won the 11-14 category. The Dyffryn Taf school entered three teams to the F1 in Schools Challenge all named �Team Dragon�, and collectively the three teams won the award for Best Team Identity, after impressing the judges with their matching team wear.

The fastest D-Type car of the day was by the F1 Red team, from Cynffig Comprehensive School in Bridgend, with a time of 1.254 seconds on track.

Scorch, from Bryn Celynnog School won the Best Engineered car award, whilst the winners of the 14-16 age group were The Six Pistons also of Bryn Celynnog School.

Lliswerry High School in Newport won two awards with Vortex winning the Innovative Thinking award, and the Sponsorship and Marketing award went to Newport N-Gage.

F1 in Schools is a global multi-disciplinary challenge for students aged from 9-19 to use CAD/CAM software to design, analyse, manufacture, test and race their miniature F1 car made from balsa wood and powered by compressed air cylinders. The 2008/09 Regional Finals return to Wales next Thursday for the North Wales Regional finals at Bangor University.

Team Velocity race to victory in Exeter

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 15:00:12 GMT

Team Velocity from The Gryphon School in Sherborne took a dominating victory at the South West England Regional Finals of the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge held at Exeter University. The team scooped four awards at the event including the 14-19 age category, the Sponsorship and Marketing Award, the Fastest R-type car award and the Overall Winners crown at the regional event. The team has earned their place to race in the UK National Finals to be held at Autosport International Show in January next year.

The aspiring F1 engineers, created a miniature Formula One car, which they raced along a 20 metre track against competitors from across the region. A time of 1.195 seconds secured the team victory in the race to be fastest R-type team of the day. Team Velocity for the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge consisted of Scott Bugler, Charles Douch, David House, and Andrew Millward.

The Dorset region also had racing success from the Blandford School, who secured victory with their D-type car, with a time of 1.134 seconds. The team named Mouse, consisted of Jonathon Hannam, Toby Hannam and Dominic Pike.

Several schools from Somerset had racing success, the Memphis team from St Dustan�s School in Glastonbury won the 11-14 age category at the event and have earned their place to race in the UK National Finals. Their team for the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge consisted of Lucy Corfield, Jessica Betts, Jason Biddlecombe, Bethany-May Howard, Thomas O'grady and Oisin O'leary Crawford.

The Priory Community School, from Weston-Super-Mare with their team the Priory Flames and Flumes, won the Innovative Thinking Award at the event, after impressing the judges with the creation of a wind tunnel to test their car. Also from the Somerset region was the F1 Explosion team from Ladymead School in Taunton who won the award for the Best Team Identity.

The Ace Racer team from Devonport High School in Plymouth won the award for Best Engineered Car, sponsored by Jaguar, after impressing the judges with the high attention to detail that went into the engineering their car. The Ace Racer team for the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge consisted of Matthew George, Ralph Arscott, Tom Flynn, Alex Hansford and Christopher Madar.

Team Pulse also originate from Devonport High School in Plymouth and were crowned World Champions this year at the Sepang Grand Prix in Malaysia. The team made a welcome return to the South West Regional Finals to give an inspiring talk to the students, detailing their triumph and the exciting experiences they�ve had since entering the competition.

F1 fever hits 'Pressure Point' in Birmingham

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:19:45 GMT

The efforts of the Pressure Point team from Neale-Wade Community College, March were rewarded with victory at the Central England Regional Finals held yesterday during the Design and Technology with ICT Education Show at the NEC in Birmingham. The team won both the 11-14 age category, and the Overall Winners crown at the regional event and have earned their place to race in the UK National Finals to be held at Autosport International Show in January next year.

The aspiring F1 engineers, created a miniature Formula One car, which they raced along a 20 metre track against competitors from across the region. The team also won the race to be fastest car of the day, by securing the quickest time in the D-Type category with a time of 1.224 seconds. The Pressure Point team for the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge consisted of Martyn Bulbrook, Digby Chapell, Kieran Oldroyd and Lewis Sindle.

Martyn Bulbrook the Team Manager for Pressure Point commented after their win, �It feels great to have won here today, I think our high level of team work has set us apart from everyone else. Now we are through to the National Finals, we think we will work on our pit display to make it jazzier, but apart from that we say bring it on! We are ready for the next step of the competition.�

The sister team from Neale-Wade, Team Inferno won the Innovative Thinking Award at the event, after impressing the judges with development of a wind tunnel for their car. The Inferno Team consisted of, Clinton Elkin, Daniel Holder and James Huggins.

The Mach 1 Team from Lutterworth College in Leicestershire won the 14-16 age category at the regional event and have also earned their place to race in the UK National Finals. Joining them at the National Finals will be the Terminator Team from Harris School in Rugby who won the Best Rookie team award.

The efforts of the Valley Speed Racers from Valley School in Nottingham were rewarded with the award for Best Engineered Car. The Sulky Skulls from Selly Park Technology College in Brimingham took home the award for the Best Team Identity, whilst Team Griffin from Bournville School took home the Sponsorship and Marketing Award.

To find out more about the D&T with ICT Education Show please visit there website by clicking here.

The Falcons fly to victory in Manchester

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:56:46 GMT

The efforts of the Falcons team from Richard Rose Central Academy in Carlisle were rewarded with victory at the North West Regional Finals held at Manchester University on Tuesday. The Falcons team were crowned overall winners of the regional event, whilst their sister team Shooting Starz won the 11-14 age category. Both teams have earned their place to race in the UK National Finals to be held at Autosport International Show in January next year.

The third team through to the National Finals in January were the Red Kites team from Little Lever Specialist Language College in Bolton, who were rewarded with victory in the Best Rookie category. Also from the Bolton area, were the Flaming Tyres team, from Westhoughton High School who took home the Sponsorship and Marketing Award.

Richard Rose Central Academy won a total of four awards at the event, having success with their team the Diamond Girls, who won the 14-16 age category, whilst the Overall Winners, the Falcons, also won the race to be fastest R-Type car of the day, by securing the quickest time of 1.127 seconds.

Two teams from Lytham St Annes School in Preston took home awards at the event, with GENR8 taking home the award for Best Engineered car, and Team Scorpion taking home the Best Team Identity award.

The Caldew Lea Comets from Caldew Lea Primary raced their way to the top, by beating older students to the chequered flag with their car. Their D-type car was the fastest of the day, with a time of 1.126 seconds. The team also took home the title of Primary School winners.

The North West event was the third of the 2008/09 season, as the F1 in Schools regional finals travel around the UK, taking in ten different venues with several hundred school teams taking part. The winning teams will then compete for national glory in January at the National Finals to be held on the 10/11th January at the Autosport International Show, NEC, Birmingham. The new National Champions will then represent the UK at the World Championships, which have previously been held alongside Formula One Grand Prix events, with last year�s finals being held in Kuala Lumpur during the Malaysian Formula One Grand Prix weekend.

List of Winners:

Overall winners/ Aged 16- 19 � Falcons, Richard Rose

Aged 11 � 14 - Shooting Starz, Richard Rose

Aged 14-16 - Diamond Girls, Richard Rose

Best Rookie - Red Kites, Little Lever College

Fastest D Type - Caldew Lea Comets, Caldew Lea Primary School

Fastest R Type � Falcons, Richard Rose

Best Engineered Car - GENR8, Lytham St Annes School

Innovative Thinking Award - Little Lever Speed Stars, Little Lever College

Sponsorship & Marketing - Flaming Tyres, Westhoughton High School

Team Identity/Discipline award - Team Scorpion, Lytham St Annes

Primary School Winners - Caldew Lea Comets, Caldew Lea Primary School

Lochgelly triumphs at Scottish Regional Finals

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:11:33 GMT

The Formula One in Schools Technology Challenge reached Scotland last Friday, as the third round of the Regional Finals took place at the Glasgow Science Centre. The efforts of the �Road Rippers� from Lochgelly High School in Fife were rewarded with victory by being crowned Overall Winners of the Scottish regional final. The School also had success with their sister team �XLR8�, who were winners of the 11-14 age category, whilst the Rookie Team Award went to �Atoms and Airbags� from Jordan Hill School. All three teams have secured a place to race in the UK National Finals to be held at Autosport International Show in January next year.

The aspiring F1 engineers, created a miniature Formula One car, which they raced along a 20 metre track against competitors from across the region. The fastest R-Type car during the day was built by Sonic Speed who set a time of 1.114 seconds, whilst also winning the award for �Best Engineered car�. XLR8 from Lochgelly School took home the spoils of fastest D-Type car of the day, with a time of 1.192 seconds.

The discretionary award for Innovative Thinking went to The Hawks, from Glenrothes High School after they impressed the judges with their creation of a social networking site to raise awareness of their team. The Sponsorship and Marketing Award went to Encender from St Mungo�s School, the team were backed by their loyal team mascot for the event. Whilst the Team Discipline award was given to Blink and you�ll miss us, from Harris Academy.

Working in teams of between three and six, the students prepare a business plan, develop a budget and raise sponsorship as well as designing and racing their car. The challenge inspires students to learn about science, maths, 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.

The Scottish Finals were the second round of the 2008/09 season, as the F1 in Schools regional finals travel around the UK, taking in ten different venues with several hundred school teams taking part. The winning teams will then compete for national glory in January at the National Finals to be held on the 10/11^th January at the Autosport International Show, NEC, Birmingham. The new National Champions will then represent the UK at the World Championships, which have previously been held alongside Formula One Grand Prix events, with last year�s finals being held in Kuala Lumpur during the Malaysian Formula One Grand Prix weekend.

Competition proves strong in Scunthorpe

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 12:26:09 GMT

After the success of British F1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton, students from the Yorkshire and Humberside region have been inspired by his accomplishment and raced for victory in the F1 in Schools Regional Finals. The finals, which were held at Corus in Scunthorpe last Friday, marked the start of the 2008 season in the UK.

The winning team at the event were �Team Tigerz�, from Ridgewood School in Doncaster. The team took victory in the 11-14 age group category, as well as the title of Overall Winners on the day. Their success has earned them a place in the UK National Finals to be held at Autosport International Show in January next year.

The aspiring F1 engineers, created a miniature Formula One car, which they raced along a 20 metre track against competitors from across the Yorkshire and Humberside region. The School also took the spoils for the fastest D-type car

Emily Bellwood, Team Manager for �Team Tigerz� commented, �It feels unbelievable to have won overall today, we are a brand new team and have never competed in the challenge before so we never thought we could�ve come away with the top prize. We are really proud of ourselves, because it shows our team work paid off. We were hoping we could win the Rookie category, but when they announced we had won overall, we just couldn�t stop smiling. We�d like to thank our teachers for their help, but most of all, our sister team �Ridgewood Racers� who got through to the National Finals last year, they have helped us so much with their advice and experience. They won the award for the Fastest D-Type car here today, so our school has done really well.

�We now are going to work hard on the car and the presentation we make to the judges ahead of the National Finals in January, our car was one of the quickest in our age category, but we still need to do a lot of work on it to get it even quicker. We know it will be really hard at the National Finals, but we are really looking forward to it.�

Other winners at the event who will join Team Tigers at the National finals in January, were, Team Raptor, from Salendine Nook High School in Huddersfield, who took victory in the 14-16 age group category. The winners of the Best Rookie Team Award, were the Baysgarth Bullets, from Baysgarth High School in Barton Upon Humber, who also earned themselves a place at the National Finals.

Winners of the Best Engineered car were the Bradfield Cobras, from Bradfield School in Sheffield, whilst their sister team, the Bradfield Sharks took the spoils for fastest R-Type car with a time of 1.156 seconds.

The discretionary award for Innovative Thinking went to local School, Brumby Engineering College with their team Neon Stripes. The Team Discipline was awarded to the Raving Rabbits from Hull Trinity School, whilst the Sponsorship and Marketing Award went to Team Fire from Brighouse High School.

The Yorkshire and Humberside event marked the start of the 2008/09 season, which will see the F1 in Schools regional finals travel around the UK, taking in ten different venues with several hundred school teams taking part. The winning teams will then compete for national glory in January at the National Finals to be held on the 10/11^th January at the Autosport International Show, NEC, Birmingham. The new National Champions will then represent the UK at the World Championships, which have previously been held alongside Formula One Grand Prix events, with last year�s finals being held in Kuala Lumpur during the Malaysian Formula One Grand Prix weekend.

Winners list

Overall winners -Team Tigerzz, Ridgewood School

Aged 11 � 14 - Team Tigerzz, Ridgewood School

Aged 14-19 - Team Raptor, Salendine Nook High

Best Rookie Team - Baysgarth Bullets, Baysgarth High School

Fastest D Type - Ridgewood Racers, Ridgewood School

Fastest R Type - Bradfield Sharks, Bradfield School

Best Engineered Car - Bradfield Cobras, Bradfield School

Innovative Thinking Award - Neon Stripes, Brumby Engineering College

Sponsorship & Marketing Award- Team Fire, Brighouse High School

Team Discipline Award - Raving Rabbits, Hull Trinity

Free copy of SolidWorks and Free Workshops at the D+T Show 20-22 November

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:13:08 GMT

SolidWorks will be presenting workshops during the D+T show, at 11:45 AM and 1:30 PM on the Thursday, Friday and Saturday of the D+T show. These workshops will demonstrate how the SolidWorks toolset can help students design, virtually wind tunnel test, and present their F1 in Schools designs. See the entire process from initial design concept to 3D computer model ready for manufacturing.

All attending the workshops can request to take home a copy of the SolidWorks Student Design Kit and SolidWorks Student Edition. If you are unable to attend, you can request software via our contact us pages. Please click here and tick software.

You will need to register to attend the D&T Show, to register now please click here.

Find out more about SolidWorks here.

NEW AGE CATEGORIES FOR 2008/09 SEASON

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:50:46 GMT

At each regional event we will now take the winning team from the 11-14 and the 14-19 age groups to the National Final. This gives us the opportunity to invite the best Rookie Team from each regional to enter the National Final. They will be eligable to compete alongside other teams in their age group and compete to become the UK National Champions. A rookie team will consist of a new team, new school and new teacher.

This should not affect the way the competition is run in school and teams will still be classified within their key stage according to the oldest member of the team.

F1 IN SCHOOLS LAUNCHES NEW BROCHURE AND WEBSITE

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 10:43:25 GMT

A review of the 2008 World Championship event and an overview of F1 in Schools has been launched with an attractive brochure viewable at the F1 in Schools website, and a printed version available by request online. The UK F1 in Schools website also has a fresh new look, providing students, teachers and participants with all the information on the programme at their fingertips.

The new brochure is beautifully illustrated, conveying the professionalism, international scope, excitement and experience that F1 in Schools offers students. It charts the history of the programme, explains the disciplines covered, highlights the close links that F1 in Schools enjoys with the Formula One� fraternity and details all the winners at the 2008 World Championships.

Andrew Denford, Founder, F1 in Schools, says of the brochure, �Each year we try to capture the unique and far-reaching benefits of the F1 in Schools challenge in a brochure that is not only a souvenir of the year, but is also a valuable sales tool when we�re talking to new schools, prospective student teams and new countries interested in joining this worldwide challenge. This year the brochure is rich in pictures which tell the story, particularly with the student teams meeting top F1 personalities and being given so many exclusive privileges, behind-the-scenes at the Malaysian Formula One Grand Prix.�

The F1 in Schools website for the UK programme has recently re-launched, with a home page full of news and pictures. The site is a gateway to extensive resources, information, rules and regulations, providing participants with everything they need to compete in the multi-discipline challenge. Additional secure areas of the site allow close communication between the F1 in School organisers and participating teams, with interactive information exchange. The site is at www.F1inSchools.co.uk. The new brochure, entitled Online Executive Summary, can also be viewed here and requests for a printed version can be submitted by completion of the �Contact Us� form.

F1 in Schools is a global multi-disciplinary challenge for students aged from 9-19 to use CAD/CAM software to design, analyse, manufacture, test and race their miniature F1 car made from balsa wood and powered by compressed air cylinders. Working in teams of between three and six, the students prepare a business plan, develop a budget and raise sponsorship as well as designing and racing their car. The challenge inspires students to learn about science, maths, 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.

F1 IN SCHOOLS WORLD CHAMPIONS LIVE LIFE IN THE FAST LANE

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:09:18 GMT

7 July 2008 The World Champions of the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge, Team Pulse from Devonport High School in Plymouth, lived life in the fast lane last week, with the students enjoying three unique occasions � being given a VIP tour of the House of Commons, meeting HRH Prince Andrew in St. James�s Palace at a UK Trade and Investment event, and visiting the British Grand Prix with a tour of the BMW F1 Team garage.

The team of Plymouth students: of John Ware (16), Sam Wood (15), Andrew Lees (16) and Tom Simpson (17) won the F1 in Schools World Championship in Malaysia earlier this year and since that time have enjoyed a high profile, with media interviews and local dignatories visiting their school. However the highlight of their year so far came this week.

Their �week to remember� began on Thursday morning with a tour of the House of Commons, courtesy of the school�s local MP, Linda Gilroy. In the evening Pulse were to be found racing along the corridors of St. James�s Palace, showing HRH Prince Andrew, Trade & Investment Minister Lord Digby Jones their winning race car and its speed.

Capping off the week, the team attended the Formula One British Grand Prix at Silverstone. The Team who were crowned World Champions earlier this year, were invited along to witness the atmosphere in the F1 paddock, watching Lewis Hamilton and his rivals preparing to race. The students were also given a tour of the BMW Sauber F1 team garage by the team�s test driver, Christian Klien.

Speaking of their memorable week, Team manager John Ware commented, �We�ve had a great time over the last few days. It�s been non-stop for us, but we�ve loved every minute of it. We�re very privileged to have met so many famous people, including royalty, visiting a palace in London, and then a different sort at Silverstone � the BMW garage was definitely a motor racing palace! We were treated like royalty there as well, so it was excellent. We�re also going to visit another award-winning venue, which is the McLaren Technology Centre. We�ve been invited to go there next Thursday and we�re really looking forward to that, especially to see the engineering department � and hopefully to see Lewis�s race winning car!�

Founder of the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge Andrew Denford commented, �The weekend has been a fantastic opportunity for the students to witness Formula One up close. They had unrivalled access to the teams, garages and Formula One paddock hospitality, and spent time talking to some very influential people. I would like to thank Bernie Ecclestone and Silverstone for making us so welcome. It gives our students a real insight into the heights that can be achieved with an engineering education and is very inspirational.�

F1 in Schools is a global multi-disciplinary challenge for students aged from 9-18 to use CAD/CAM software to design, analyse, manufacture, test and race their miniature F1 car made from balsa wood and powered by compressed air cylinders. Working in teams of between three and six, the students prepare a business plan, develop a budget and raise sponsorship as well as designing and racing their car. The challenge inspires students to learn about science, maths, 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.

Faraday 09 Uncover the real stars of sport

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 15:39:52 GMT

The engagement of young people and

teachers is through a programme of specially made films, student

challenges, school visits and teaching resources. Resource

materials are available free to all schools throughout the year

through a high quality, interactive website. Students will create

their own competition entries and compete for fantastic prizes.

There are also the action-packed Faraday Engineering Challenge

Days which are creative and inspiring opportunities for schools to take

part in around the country. Winners from the days will be chosen to

attend the live Faraday Challenge Final to compete for the �Faraday Team

of the Year� award. This will be held in London during the first UK Young

Scientists and Engineers Fair in March 09. Every year, the IET Faraday explores

different aspects of science and engineering to highlight the diversity

and excitement of this high technology profession.

In 2008/9 the theme is engineering in sport. Inspiring role

models will reinforce the image of engineering as a worthwhile,

interesting and varied career choice.

For further information please visit http://faraday.theiet.org/

F1 IN SCHOOLS MEETS F1 ON TRACK

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 09:12:19 GMT

The British round of the Formula One World Championship may have hosted the stars of F1 and celebrities from TV and films, but Silverstone was also the destination for motor racing champions from F1 in Schools, an inspirational national and international student challenge.

Students from the winning F1 in Schools at the National Finals held in Birmingham earlier this year were given a rare insight into this prestigious and glamorous event, courtesy of Silverstone Circuit and Formula One, including grandstand passes and tours of the VIP area � the Formula One paddock. Some of the teams were also lucky enough to visit a team garage.

Pulse, a team of students from Devonport High School, Plymouth, were crowned World Champions during the Malaysian Grand Prix in March this year. The students were given a tour of the BMW Sauber F1 team garage by the team�s test driver, Christian Klien. As reigning champions, they�ve also been living life in the fast line. In a star-studded week, the students enjoyed three unique occasions � being given a VIP tour of the House of Commons, meeting HRH Prince Andrew in St. James�s Palace at a UK Trade and Investment event, and being given an F1 garage tour. They also have another treat this week, a trip to the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking.

Team Blaze from Ynysawdre School in Wales won their taste of this exclusivity after being crowned F1 in Schools National Champions at the 2008 finals in Birmingham earlier this year. They had the privilege of spending some time in the paddock and the Renault F1 team, with the highlight of their visit being a tour of the team�s garage to see the cars being prepared for the British Grand Prix.

Hippos Strike Back, a team from St.Gregory the Great School, Oxford, were winners of the 11-14 years age group at the National Finals and they were delighted to visit the McLaren garage and pit area. Meanwhile, Spectrum, a team from Robert May�s School in Odiham, toured the Toyota garage and were given a very detailed insight into the workings of the team and its powerful engine.

Primary school students from County Atrimm, the Antrim Griffins won the Juniors National title. Although they were not able to see behind the scenes in a team garage, they were photographed with a host of stars including Ross Brawn from Honda Racing F1 team, Louise Goodman from ITV, Mark Blundell, ex-F1 racer and commentator for ITV,as well as HRH Duke of Kent and Sir Jackie Stewart.

Founder of the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge Andrew Denford commented, �The weekend has been a great opportunity for the students to witness Formula One up close. They had unrivalled access to the teams and garages, and spent time talking to some very influential people. The Formula One teams have extended such warm hospitality to the students; we�re very grateful for their support and for making it possible for students to gain a unique insight into the reality of Formula One and show how they could apply the skills they�ve learned in F1 in Schools to a future career in motorsport.�

LOCAL STUDENTS TASTE FORMULA ONE EXCLUSIVITY

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:28:24 GMT

The British round of the Formula One World Championship is a prestigious and glamorous event, with only a select few VIP�s being granted access to the private Formula One paddock. A team of local students won their taste of this exclusivity after being crowned F1 in Schools National Champions at the 2008 finals in Birmingham earlier this year.

Team Blaze from Ynysawdre School in Wales had the privilege of spending some time in the paddock as guests of Formula One and the Renault F1 team, with the highlight of their visit being a tour of the team�s garage to see the cars being prepared for the British Grand Prix.

Four of the aspiring F1 engineers from Team Blaze: Patrick Pang, Team Manager; Nathan Dix, Design Engineer; Thomas Walbyoff, Manufacturing Engineer; and Lewys Jenkins, Resources Manager were lucky enough to see behind the scenes of a Formula One team at the track and were highly impressed with the opportunity.

Patrick Pang, Team Manager for the Blaze team commented, �We had a unique experience at Silverstone. So few people of our age have the chance to watch Formula One personnel at work and see close-up what they do. We had a chance to talk with some of them and learn more about what it takes to work in Formula One. We�ve gained a good understanding of the principles of racing car design from our involvement in F1 in Schools, so to see it in reality was really valuable and makes you realise how much you�ve learned from doing the challenge. We�d like to thank everyone at Renault and F1 in Schools for making our visit to Silverstone a trip of a lifetime.�

Team Blaze won through a Regional Finals held at Corus in Port Talbot to take their place in the National Finals held in January. Taking the National Champions title brought the team a trip to the British Grand Prix and a place in the 2009 World Championships which are due to be held in the UK next year.

Ends.

Photograph caption: Pictured from left to right in the Renault F1 Team garage - Patrick Pang, Thomas Walbyoff, Nathan Dix and Lewys Jenkins.

Teamwork is the name of the game

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 09:45:36 GMT

25/2/2008

Collaboration is the name of the game at this year�s F1 in Schools World Championships in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia as the competition embraces four unique teams from six countries working together to win the coveted Bernie Ecclestone World Championship Trophy.

Bernie Ecclestone, Chief Executive of The Formula One Group said: �I think the collaboration element of the competition is a fantastic idea. Formula One brings together a range of nationalities and cultures who work together to achieve a common goal and so replicating this in the F1 in Schools initiative will prove invaluable both personally and professionally for all the students taking part.�

Team Hybrid from USA & Scotland led the way with the first ever collaboration entry at last year�s World Championships in Melbourne, Australia. Following their unprecedented success, they will be joined in this year�s competition by South Africa & Scotland, Singapore & USA and Malaysia & Germany. Countries that wish to take part in the collaboration category have been given an additional place in the competition alongside their respective teams as F1 in Schools looks to expand the global teamwork element of the initiative.

Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman of F1 in Schools expressed his delight at the new category: �Having used video conferencing and internet communication tools, the teams will meet each other for the very first time on arrival in Malaysia! F1 in Schools is proud to draw students from totally diverse backgrounds and cultures and to encourage them to work together to achieve a common goal. We expect huge interest in this exciting new addition to the challenge as it not only opens up new areas of technology but creates long term partnerships and friendships between students and schools around the world.�

With Formula One� reaching out to all corners of the globe, and its teams made up of a variety of nationalities working together to win the Formula One World Championship, F1 in Schools looks to replicate this scenario by bringing international business communication to the forefront and promoting global teamwork amongst young people.

The 2008 World Championships are taking place at the 5* Sunway Lagoon Resort and Spa Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 18th to 20th March 2008, during the build up to the Petronas Formula One Malaysian Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit. School children from 15 countries across the globe have won their way through regional and national finals, and competed against over 7 million students, to win the chance to represent their countries in the fourth annual World Championships. Teams will compete to win the coveted Bernie Ecclestone World Championship Trophy and BEng Automotive and Motor Sport Engineering scholarships, one of the leading courses in the country, at City University London.

The aim of F1 in Schools is to encourage students to consider a career in engineering and aspire to become the next Ross Brawn or Pat Symonds, the top men behind the success of Michael Schumacher and Fernando Alonso, by providing them with an enjoyable and exciting learning experience.

The challenge is for school children aged 11 to 18 to use CAD/CAM software to design, analyse, manufacture, test and race their miniature F1 car made from balsa wood and powered by CO2 cylinders.

With design and engineering playing a pivotal part in Formula One, the initiative has drawn support from all the F1 teams and is proud to have patrons Ross Brawn, Honda Team Principal, Adrian Newey, Red Bull Technical Officer, Mike Gascoyne, Force India F1 Chief Technical Officer, Pat Symonds, Renault Engineering Director, Sam Michael, Williams Technical Director and James Allen, ITV F1 Commentator in support as they look to keep an eye out for emerging technical stars of the future.

Collaboration Team List

USA/Scotland Team - Hybrid

Scottish participants from Lochgelly High School, Fife- Gemma Henderson, Andrew Howe and Stacey Haldane.

USA participants from East Cobb Middle School,Georgia,� Tyler Gagat, Geoff Gagat, Peter Moot.

South Africa/Scotland � Team Fusion

Scottish participants from Blairgowrie High School, Perthshire � Steven Welsh, Grant Duffy, Joao Martins.

South African participants from Maritzburg College � Roscoe McLean, Duncan McKune and Geoff Brown.

Germany/Malaysia � The Excaliburs

Malaysian participants from SMK Seksyen 9 School, Selangor � Acacia Mardiana Binti Daud, Ili Syahirah Binti Zainal Abidin, Kaiyisah Binti Abu Saffian.

German participants from Bildung fur Technik und Natur � Ramona Montanus, Rona Heuermann and Melina Montanus.

Singapore/USA � Inferno

Singapore participants from Hwa Chong Institution, Singapore � Tan Hui Min, Chan Xi Wen, Lee Si Min, Xie Caijing.

USA participants -Patrick Henry School, Virginia � Patrick Doherty.

Final Entry List

Northern Ireland� Fuga - Defending World Champions

Australia � Impulse F1

Australia � Goshawk

China - Yong Shi

China - Guang Su

France � Pitomia

Germany � Friesen Design

Hong Kong � Dragons

Kuwait � LoYAC Racing

Malaysia - Rapid Blaze

Malaysia � Frontier

Singapore � Sonic_T

South Africa � Team Zealous

South Africa � Team Crushers

USA � S.E.M Racing

UK � Team Momentus

England � Pulse

Northern Ireland - DNA

Scotland � XLR8

Wales � Team Blaze

Ireland � Gear Force

Germany & Malaysia -The Excaliburs � Collaboration Team 1

South Africa & Scotland -Team Fusion � Collaboration Team 2

Singapore & USA -Inferno � Collaboration Team 3

USA & Scotland -Team Hybrid � Collaboration Team 4

F1 in Schools announces new Sponsor

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:06:24 GMT

25/2/2008

F1 in Schools� is proud to announce SolidWorks Corporation, the world's leading 3D CAD software manufacturer for design, analysis and product data management, as a new UK sponsor and Global supplier for the next three seasons.

The collaboration between SolidWorks and the F1 in Schools� global Technology Challenge gives students entering the competition access to the key resources they need to enhance their engineering education.

The aim of F1 in Schools� is to encourage students to consider engineering as a career, highlighting the positive nature of all that embraces engineering in a fun and positive way. The challenge is for school children aged 11 to 18 to use CAD/CAM software to design, analyse, manufacture, test and race a scale model F1 car made from balsa wood and powered by CO2 cylinders

The availability of the complimentary SolidWorks Student Design Kit 3D CAD software to all students who compete in the challenge will enable them to perform all of the design and analysis tasks undertaken by a typical engineer as they create scale model Formula 1 cars.

Founder and Chairman of the F1 in Schools� Technology Challenge, Andrew Denford, commented on his delight of the new partnership, �We are thrilled that F1 in Schools� has joined with SolidWorks to offer students a fresh incentive to join the challenge. Design and analysis is an integral part of F1 in Schools�; the 3D CAD software along with the available CAM software will provide valuable engineering skills. It will also give the students the ability to realise their designs before the manufacturing process, just like in the real world of Formula One�.�

�The challenge currently operates in 26 countries across the globe, with over 7 million school children aware of and participating in the competition; we aim to provide all of these students with the SolidWorks design software, giving F1 in Schools� a huge technological appeal for students and schools alike.�

�Real-world experience is a powerful method of attracting students to productive engineering careers,� said Marie Planchard, SolidWorks� director of world education markets. �The F1 in Schools� competition provides an amazing opportunity for students to design, test and build their own designs and work as a team. We are proud to sponsor such a program.�

F1 in Schools� is regarded by the Formula One� fraternity as a platform for introducing Formula One� to a global teen demographic. The student challenge is also helping Formula One� shed its image as an elitist sport accessible only to multi-million pound budgets; on the contrary, F1 in Schools� is open to any school with access to a simple computer. The 2008 World Championship will have the support of a host of companies, together with recognition from all the Formula One� teams and its Patrons.

For more information visit www.f1inschools.co.uk or contact:

Katie Fabian

F1 in Schools� Ltd.

Tel: +44 (0)1484 728000

Email: kfabian@f1inschools.co.uk

One month countdown- F1 in Schools gears up for 2008 World Champ

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:13:55 GMT

25/02/08

F1 in Schools has moved into top gear as it prepares for the 2008 World Championships to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in just one month�s time. School children from 17 countries across the world have battled their way through regional and national finals.

Over three days of enthralling competition (18^th-20^th March 2008), 25 teams will pit their miniature F1 cars against each other along a 20-metre two lane track. Last year�s winners, Team Fuga from Northern Ireland stole the show when they set a new world record of 1.020 seconds to edge closer to the elusive one second barrier.

The aim of F1 in Schools is to encourage students to consider engineering as a career, highlighting the positive nature of all that embraces engineering by creating an enjoyable and exciting environment for young people to experience careers in engineering, Formula One, science, marketing and technology first hand. The challenge is for school children aged 11 to 18 to use CAD/CAM software to design, analyse, manufacture, test and race a 20th scale model F1 car made from balsa wood and powered by CO₂.

This year�s World Championships sees four collaboration teams entering the contest as F1 in Schools strives to bring together different races and cultures from all corners of the globe to compete and work together. The collaboration sees two countries pooling their ideas, skills and teamwork together to produce one miniature F1 car.

The 2008 World Championships will take place in the Sunway Lagoon Resort Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 18th to 20th March 2008, the week leading up to the Formula One Malaysian Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit. A total of 25 teams representing their countries will contest the International event as they compete to win the coveted Bernie Ecclestone World Championship Trophy and an Automotive Engineering scholarship at City University, London.

Malaysia won the right to hold this year�s World Championships following the growing commitment to F1 in Schools from the Malaysian Ministry of Education.

Malaysian Minister of Education, Dato Sri Hishammuddin Hussein said: "We are honoured that F1 in Schools has chosen Malaysia as the host of the world finals. Malaysia is a growing motorsport nation, and we hope that having such a high profile, youth orientated, motorsport event in Malaysia, alongside our Grand Prix weekend will generate widespread interest both locally and in other Asian countries and showcase the educational and ICT initiatives we are developing within our country."

Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman of F1 in Schools Ltd expressed his delight ahead of the World Championships in Malaysia. "Malaysia is the first country to adopt F1 in Schools into the national curriculum and new initiatives in teaching and learning and is therefore the ideal host for the 2008 World Championships.

�Last year�s World Championships in Melbourne, Australia were an amazing success, and this year we hope for an even greater level of competition between the teams.�

In 2007, the World Champions were Team Fuga, from Northern Ireland. They set a new world speed record of 1.020 seconds down the 20-metre race track, at a scale speed of over 220 mph per hour and will return next month to defend their title. The runners-up were the all-girl trio from Scotland, Team Lightning, followed by another all-girl team in third place, Mercurial Ace from Malaysia. The world record set in 2006 by Malaysia was broken no less than nine times over the four days!

The competition has grown year on year since its birth in 2000, with over 7 million students aware of and taking part around the globe. Bernie Ecclestone, President and CEO of Formula One Management gave his support to F1 in Schools by granting the challenge a world-wide protected trademark and a new logo in 2005. Since this time the initiative has gained the support of several patrons from within the world of Formula One including Honda Team Principal Ross Brawn, Red Bull Technical Officer Adrian Newey, Force India F1 Chief Technical Officer Mike Gascoyne, Renault Engineering Director Pat Symonds, Williams Technical Director Sam Michael and ITV F1 Commentator James Allen amongst others.

Confirmed Entry List

Northern Ireland � Fuga - Defending World Champions

Australia � Impulse F1

Australia � Goshawk

China � Yon Shi

China � Guang Su

France � Pitomia

Germany � Friesen Design

Hong Kong � Dragons

Kuwait � Lo YAC Racing

Malaysia � Frontier

Malaysia � Rapid Blaze

Singapore � Sonic_T

South Africa � Team Zealous

USA - S.E.M. Racing

South Africa � Team Crushers

UK � Team Momentus

England � Pulse

Northern Ireland � DNA

Scotland � XLR8

Wales � Blaze

Ireland � Gear Force

Germany & Malaysia � The Excaliburs � Collaboration Team 1

South Africa & Scotland � Team Fusion � Collaboration Team 2

Singapore & USA � Inferno � Collaboration Team 3

USA & Scotland � Team Hybrid � Collaboration Team 4

National FInal 2007/08 Results

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:19:34 GMT

13/1/2008

YNYSAWDRE COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL STUDENTS BLAZE THE TRAIL, WELSH TEAM CROWNED UK FORMULA ONE IN SCHOOLS CHAMPIONS

�Blaze�, a student team from Ynysawdre School, Bridgend, Wales raced their Formula One car to victory today to be crowned UK champions at the National Finals of the prestigious F1 in Schools Formula One Technology Challenge, held at the Autosport International Show in Birmingham�s NEC.

The aspiring Formula One designers of the future developed their own scale model racing car for the Challenge, putting in over 300 hours of work each to realise their dream of producing a winning F1 car. The students� dedication and passion for the project included designing the car with CAD software, manufacturing it using CNC technology, and testing it on their own test track.

Patrick Pang, Team Manager, Blaze, said of winning the 2008 F1 in Schools title, �We�re over the moon! We�ve put a lot of effort into our car for this year�s Challenge and we�ve got the best reward we could get. The standard is really high and we didn�t think we�d get the overall title today, so we�re really pleased. We won the Welsh title last year, but this is a really big accolade and we just can�t believe it.�

With over 200 teams competing this year, Blaze fought through the tough South Wales regional final to win a place at the National Finals. At this event they were pitted against the best teams from around the country, beating their rivals to take the crown. The team�s car posted one of the fastest times of the day and their presentation also scored top marks, with the team showing their initiative by raising £3,500 sponsorship support from local companies, and raising funds for their programme with a range of activities including sales of Tshirts, posters, badges and keyrings.

The Ynysawdre school team win a place at the 2009 World Championships, which will be held alongside an international Formula 1 Grand Prix in 2009. At the World Championships teams from 20 countries around the globe will compete to win the Bernie Ecclestone World Championship Trophy and secure a coveted scholarship at City University London to study Automotive Engineering, a highly valuable prize which will give the students a firm foundation for an engineering career. They also win VIP tickets to this year�s British Grand Prix.

The National Finals featured 23 awards, with 17 different schools from across the UK taking home the trophies. Blaze won the 16+ age group as well as the overall title, beating Spectrum F1 from Robert May�s School, Odiham, winners of the 14-16 years age group and The Hippos Strike Back from St Gregory the Great School, Oxford in the 11-14 years age group. In the Primary School finals Antrim Griffins from Antrim Primary School, Northern Ireland took victory with St. Canice Primary School, Dungiven, North Ireland runners up and The Red Rose Rockets from Clifton Primary School, Lytham St. Annes, Lancashire.

This year�s search for the best young engineering talent in the UK took the judges around the country with 11 regional finals and around 2000 students participating in the Challenge which aims to encourage students to consider engineering as a career choice.

Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman of the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge said of this year�s National Finals, �Every year the standard gets higher, the students produce more sophisticated designs and presentations and show tremendous engineering understanding, at a very early age. Their knowledge and experience of using advanced CAD software will undoubtedly give them a head start for an engineering-based career.

�F1 in Schools showcases the prospective engineering talent that we have in this country. By nurturing it with programmes such as this, we can sustain the UK engineering industry and hopefully we�re also seeing the next generation of Formula One designers in this Technology Challenge; youngsters to follow in the footsteps of successful industry personalities such as Ross Brawn, Adrian Newey, Mike Gascoyne and the other technical directors in Formula One.�

The F1 in Schools competition challenges students to design, construct and race a Formula 1 car of the future, made from a block of balsa wood, and powered by a CO2 (carbon dioxide) gas canister. The car is raced over a miniature two lane track and the fastest time is recorded.

Aside from the on-track action, teams also produce supporting evidence of their design, develop a sponsorship and marketing campaign and create team merchandise, with all these elements the team originally presented with their car in front of a panel of judges at the regional finals. The winning team from each age category then won their place at the national finals, where the level of competition steps up a notch.

The Challenge, in its eighth year, was introduced to the UK in 2000 and since this time has expanded to 29 countries, with over 7 million students taking part around the globe. Bernie Ecclestone, President and CEO of Formula One Management gave his support to F1 in Schools by granting the challenge a world-wide protected trademark and a new logo in 2005. Since this time the initiative has built close links with teams and personalities within Formula One.

The National Finals take place with the assistance of a host of sponsors and supporters. Amongst these are the IET, Make Your Mark, Jaguar, Silverstone Circuit, Denford, City University London, RAE, SEMTA, and KHP Consulting, all of whom are continuing their support of F1 in Schools for the coming year.

Who will take home the National F1 in Schools title?

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:23:57 GMT

9/1/2008

This weekend 33 student teams from across the country will compete in the National Finals of the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge, at the Autosport International Show being held at the NEC in Birmingham.

They will race for national victory and the chance to represent the UK in the World Championships, which will be held alongside an international Formula 1 Grand Prix in 2009. The students earned their place at the national finals by taking the chequered flag and winning their respective age group categories at one of the 11 regional finals.

After a six week search for the best young engineering talent in the UK, a total of 11 regional finals and over 200 competing teams, only 33 student teams go through to the UK National Finals, to compete for the UK F1 in Schools crown. Just one team will become national champion, and win through to the 2009 World Championships set to be held at a Formula One Grand Prix, in one of the 18 exotic locations that these glamorous events take place.

At the World Championships teams from around the globe will compete to win the Bernie Ecclestone World Championship Trophy and secure a coveted scholarship at City University London to study Automotive Engineering, a highly valuable prize which will give the students a firm foundation for an engineering career.

Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman of the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge commented ahead of the National Finals, �This year the regional finals have been a tremendous success, the level of competition has risen even higher and the students are even more focused. We�ve seen some of the most sophisticated engineering designs from these talented youngsters and it gives them their first taste of the rewards that engineering studies can bring.

The 2008 World Championships take place in Malaysia this year during the Malaysian Formula One Grand Prix. The reigning National Champions, Team Momentum, from the Gryphon School, Dorset, will represent the UK at this event, competing for the prestigious Bernie Ecclestone F1 in Schools World Championship trophy and, more importantly, scholarships to study Automotive Engineering at City University London.

In 2007 the World Championships were held in Melbourne, Australia and the victors were Team Fuga, from Northern Ireland. They set a new world speed record of 1.020 seconds down the 20-metre race track, and have confirmed they will return in 2008 to defend their title. Last year�s National Finalists from the UK were also given an extra prize with a rare opportunity to meet with the F1 teams at this year�s Silverstone British Grand Prix, where they rubbed shoulders with many famous personalities including Lewis Hamilton, Bernie Ecclestone and Sir Jackie Stewart.

The Autosport International Show is the UK�s premier Motor racing show; the 2007 event attracted over 50,000 visitors during the two public days. To visit the F1 in Schools national final, head to stand 19001, in hall 19 during Saturday and Sunday, the cars will be racing throughout the two days, and the teams will have full display stands demonstrating their design and engineering process.

The Challenge, in its eighth year, was introduced to the UK in 2000 and since this time has expanded to 26 countries, with over 7 million students taking part around the globe. Bernie Ecclestone, President and CEO of Formula One Management gave his support to F1 in Schools by granting the challenge a world-wide protected trademark and a new logo in 2005. Since this time the initiative has built close links with teams and personalities within Formula One.

The National Finals take place with the assistance of a host of sponsors and supporters. Amongst these are the IET, Make Your Mark, Jaguar, Denford, City University London, RAE, SEMTA, and KHP Consulting, all of whom are continuing their support of F1 in Schools for the coming year.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:36:23 GMT

21/12/2007

The F1 in Schools Team would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

We look forward to seeing you at the UK National Final, 12-13th January at Autosport International, NEC, Birmingham.

Registration Deadline- GT Racing - The Sports Car Challenge.

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:44:13 GMT

25/10/2007

Registration is still open for the GT Racing class and you still have a couple of months before the National Final when the class will be judged.

If you intend to enter the GT Racing Sports Car Challenge in Schools, please let us know by email contactus@f1inschools.co.uk or phone 020 7344 8449. We will be judging the class at certain F1 in Schools regional finals and a panel of judges will be inviting the top ten teams from around the UK to compete at the National final on Saturday 12th January 2008 at the Autosport International Show.

For more information on the class, please visit the dedicated website www.gtinschools.co.uk

Registration Deadline

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:49:01 GMT

15/10/2007

The registration deadline for this year is fast approaching - Friday 19th October.

If you have registered on the website you will be receiving an email from us after the 19th October confirming your allocated regional final and the arrangement for the events. Please ensure that you log into the website and enter all the team information requested.

Your username will be your email address and password will be whatever you gave when registering. If you have forgotten these please get in contact either by email, contactus@f1inschools.co.uk or by phone 020 7344 8449.

The dates for regional finals can be found here

We hope you car designs and preparations are going well and are looking forward to seeing you over the next two months.

The F1 in Schools team.

F1 in Schools Champions visit the British F1 Grand Prix

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:55:07 GMT

The F1 in Schools Technology Challenge champions from this year�s event were awarded a special prize by Silverstone Circuit, with each team member being given weekend tickets to the 2007 Formula 1� Santander British Grand Prix at Silverstone on 8 July.

Three talented groups of F1 in Schools students were given the chance to go to the British Formula One Grand Prix and take time out in the paddock to fly the flag for F1 in Schools. Throughout the weekend the teams were given the once in a lifetime opportunity to go into various F1 team garages and meet the real F1 technicians and drivers.

The Northern Irish National and World Champions, Team FUGA from Coleraine Academical College, Coleraine, Northern Ireland were invited into the Toyota garage as well as the Williams garage where Sam Michael, Technical Director of Williams gave them a tour.

Team Momentus, the UK National Champions from Grython School, Sherbourne, Dorset were taken into the Redbull garage where they has their photo taken next to their faces which were printed on the Red Bull F1 Cars as part of the Red Bull Faces for Charity. .

Ferrari invited the English National Champions from Devonport High School in Devonport, Team Pulse into their pit garage where they had the chance to talk to a top Ferrari technician as well as having their photos taken holding one of the Ferrari F1 steering wheels.

Over the three days the teams were lucky enough to meet a great deal of high profile people from the world of formula one and had their photos taken with Bernie Ecclestone, Jackie Stewart, Lewis Hamilton plus many more.

The weekend was a great experience for all three teams and the whole atmosphere of the formula one paddock has definitely spurred them on to defend their F1 in Schools titles next season. Register now to compete in next season's challenge with the Regional finals taking place during November and December 2007.

F1 in Schools revs up for 2008 World Championships in Malyasia!

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:39:04 GMT

11/7/2007

F1 in Schools is delighted to announce that Malaysia has won the race for the right to host the 2008 F1 in Schools World Championships following the nation�s unprecedented success in the last three events.

The Ministry of Education, Malaysia, made a comprehensive case to hold the Championships during the week leading up to the Formula One Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit in March 2008 and F1 in Schools was impressed with the country�s commitment to the programme.

The aim of F1 in Schools is to encourage students to consider engineering as a career, highlighting the positive nature of all that embraces engineering in a fun and positive way. The challenge is for school children aged 11 to 18 to use CAD/CAM software to design, analyse, manufacture, test and race a scale model F1 car made from balsa wood and powered by CO2 cylinders.

F1 in Schools Ltd has announced that the 2008 World Championships will take place in the 5* Sunway Lagoon Resort Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 18th to 20th of March 2008. There are presently a total of 25 teams representing their countries due to attend the fourth year of this International event as they compete to win the Bernie Ecclestone World Championship Trophy and an Automotive Engineering scholarship at The City University, London.

In 2007 the World Championships were held in Melbourne, Australia and the victors were Team Fuga, from Northern Ireland. They set a new world speed record of 1.020 seconds down the 20-metre race track, at a scale speed of over 220 mph per hour and have confirmed they will return next year to defend their title. The runners-up were the all-girl trio from Scotland, Team Lightning, followed by another all-girl team in third place, Mercurial Ace from Malaysia. The world record set in 2006 by Malaysia was broken no less than nine times over the four days!

Following formal discussions and an exchange of documents between the Minister of Education, Dato Sri Hishammuddin Hussein and F1 in Schools Ltd, Founder and Chairman, Andrew Denford, commented on his delight that they would be heading to Malaysia for the World Finals; �The F1 in Schools World Championship was an amazing success last year in Australia, and has since spread globally to over 26 countries. Malaysia is the first country to adopt F1 in Schools into the national curriculum and new initiatives in teaching and learning. Next year at our annual event in Malaysia we hope for an even greater level of competition between the teams. F1 in Schools continues to be a great way of encouraging young people to enjoy engineering and design.�

The Minister commented: �We are honoured that F1 in Schools has chosen Malaysia as the host of the world finals. Malaysia is a growing motorsport nation, and we hope that having such a high profile, youth orientated, motorsport event in Malaysia, alongside our Grand Prix weekend will generate widespread interest both locally and in other Asian countries and showcase the educational and ICT initiatives we are developing within our country.�

F1 in Schools operates in 26 countries across the globe, with over 7 million school children participating in the competition. The 2008 World Championship will have the support of a host of companies, together with recognition from all the Formula One teams and its Patrons.

Following on from the event all participants will have the chance to enjoy three days of fun at the Formula One Grand Prix, brushing shoulders with drivers, senior engineers and VIP guests along with a packed itinerary of fun activities at the hotel water park.

2007 Formula 1 Santander British Gand Prix at Silverstone

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:12:23 GMT

SILVERSTONE CIRCUIT AWARDS SPECIAL PRIZE TO F1 IN SCHOOLS CHAMPIONS WITH A VISIT TO THE 2007 FORMULA 1� SANTANDER BRITISH GRAND PRIX.

The F1 in Schools Technology Challenge champions from this year�s event have been awarded a special prize by Silverstone Circuit, with each team member being given weekend tickets to the 2007 Formula 1� Santander British Grand Prix at Silverstone on 8 July.

The Irish National and World Champions, Team FUGA from Coleraine Academical College, Coleraine, Northern Ireland; UK National Champions from Gryphon School, Sherbourne, Dorset, Team Momentus; and the English National Champions from Devonport High School in Devonport, Team Pulse, will be given the chance to experience the thrills and excitement of Formula One racing on home soil, with the opportunity to cheer on local heroes Lewis Hamilton, Jenson Button, David Coulthard and Anthony Davidson.

Each of the teams fought off tough competition to take victory, using CAD/CAM software to design, build and test a model CO2-powered balsa wood F1 car of the future. Regional heats brought together the best entries and at an intense two-day final at Autosport International Show in the NEC, Birmingham, where the champions were crowned. The trip to Silverstone for the Formula 1� British Grand Prix tops off their success earlier this year.

The F1 in Schools Technology Challenge reaches over 6 million students Worldwide and has expanded to operate in 22 countries around the Globe.

Andrew Denford, Founder of F1 in Schools said of the prizes, �We�re extremely grateful to Silverstone Circuit for their generosity in awarding this extra special weekend away for the winning National teams. Many of the students develop a love of the sport through their involvement with the F1 in Schools programme and this chance to see the cars up close and study the engineering excellence of the teams is invaluable to them.

�As a not-for-profit organisation we rely on the support of the motorsport industry to help us to achieve our goal of changing the perceptions of engineering, science and technology by creating a fun and exciting learning environment for young people to develop an informed view about careers in these areas. Silverstone Circuit, as the home of the British Grand Prix, is one of the most revered venues and I know that the students will have a fantastic day out at the event.�

The Formula 1� British Grand Prix takes place from 6 � 8 July this year and features an action-packed weekend of thrilling racing. There is plenty to see each day with music, air displays and fairground rides with the ever popular BGP post race party taking place on Sunday evening to round off the event Tickets are selling fast, but can still be purchased at www.silverstone.co.uk or by calling 08704 588300.

Launch of the NEW F1 Start and Finish gates

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:59:20 GMT

The new gates are designed to replicate the actual start of an F1 race.

We have now launched the new F1 in Schools start and finish gates which are now available through Denford Limited. The lights come on one by one from left to right. The moment the lights are extinguished, the students fire the F1 model cars down the purpose designed track.

The new Start and Finish gates were used for the first time at the 2007 UK National Finals at Autosport International and received rave reviews from students and teachers alike.

For more information Click here

Call for Curriculum Material

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:02:43 GMT

Share your F1 in Schools curriculum material with other teachers and schools...

We are currently in the process of collecting as much curriculum material as possible to share with teachers and schools who are considering participating in the Formula One Technology Challenge. If you have any materials that you would be willing to share, we would greatly receive them. We have set up a curriculum working group who will audit all the material we receive and upload it to a new server. All registered teachers will be supplied with a username and password to this server to access the material on-line. All work materials on the server will obviously be credited to the teacher and school that supplied it.

Denford new F1 in Schools Car Manufacturing Fixture

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:07:55 GMT

Denford LTD is kindly offering all 2007/08 season registered schools a F1 fixture at a special price

The new F1 in Schools Car Manufacturing Fixture, suitable for use with both D Type and R Type cars. Available to schools registered for the F1 in Schools Challenge. Special price £410 + VAT + delivery (£150 off UK published list price)."

Season Open!

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:15:39 GMT

We are please to announce the 2007-08 F1 in Schools season is open for registrations.

F1 in Schools World Championship Results

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:18:06 GMT

Results for World Championships 2007

NORTHERN IRELAND TEAM CROWNED F1 IN SCHOOLS WORLD CHAMPIONS

19th March 2007, Melbourne, Australia �Irish eyes were smiling for Team FUGA from Coleraine Academical Institution, Northern Ireland, as they lifted the Bernie Ecclestone trophy and were crowned F1 in School World Champions in Melbourne, Australia.

Jonathan Steen, David Anderson, Aimal Khan, Philip Taylor and Alistair Adams, all 18 years old, fought off the intense competition in this global student technology challenge, beating 17 teams from nations in Australia, Europe, Asia, America and the Middle East to lift the title and win coveted Automotive Engineering degree scholarships at The City University, London.

Formula One supremo, Bernie Ecclestone, presented the new F1 in Schools World Champions with the Bernie Ecclestone Trophy at the Melbourne Formula One Grand Prix. The Team FUGA students were thrilled to be able to meet Ecclestone and to be presented with the award by its benefactor, a supporter of the initiative who granted the use of the F1 logo and generously donated the trophy.

Team FUGA also won the Fastest Car Award, smashing last year�s Malaysian team world record set at 1.083 seconds, with a 1.02 seconds run, and shared the honours for Best Engineered Car with the �DASHA � the Eagle� team from Melbourne, Australia.

Second and third places on the F1 in Schools podium were taken by two all-girl student teams. Team Lightning from Blairgowrie High School, Scotland, were runners-up to the Irish. Although the girls weren�t able to take home the Bernie Ecclestone Trophy, fellow Scot Sir Jackie Stewart made this prize extra special for the team, inviting them into the hallowed F1 paddock, giving them a guided tour of the Williams F1 Team garage and introducing the girls to a host of F1 stars, including David Coulthard, Anthony Davidson and Jenson Button. The girls were also able to collect autographs from their F1 heroes, with Fernando Alonso signing their F1 in Schools race car.

Mercurial Aces from Sekolah, Menengah Kebangsaan, Malaysia, took third position overall in these World Championships. The team also won the Team Sportsmanship award, loaning a spare set of model car wheels to the Canadian contingent who, on arriving in Australia, found that some of their luggage was lost en route, which included the all-important �rubber� for racing.

Tanza Knights, a team from Stellenbosch High School, South Africa took the Best Sponsorship and marketing award, with Best Newcomer being presented to C2 from Woburn C.I. School in Canada and the Collaborative Team trophy was awarded to Team Hybrid, a joint initiative from Lochgelly High School, Scotland and East Cobb Middle School, USA.

The Innovative Thinking Award was presented to Friesen-Design, a team from Germany, for their specially developed wheels which used two different materials in efforts to reduce weight and increase the speed of their car.

ESP Scorpions from Hong Kong, unable to attend this year�s event, competed in the World Champions as a �Virtual Team�, taking part via video internet link to present their entry, talking to the judges via phone and having other teams racing their car which they had sent to Melbourne. This commitment earned the team a special award for �Perseverance in the face of Adversity�.

The F1 in Schools Technology Challenge is contested in 20 countries around the world, with 6 million students participating in the competition. Each team were successful in their national final to book their places in the World Championship held in Melbourne, Australia, this week to coincide with the Formula One Australian Grand Prix also being held in the city.

This unique student challenge in which schoolchildren aged 11 to 18 use CAD/CAM software to design, build and test a model CO2-powered balsa wood F1 car of the future is in its third year of World Championship competition. The focus of the event is the time trials, with the teams racing their own car on a specially designed 20 metre track to test the speed of each F1 model. Powered by CO2, the cars are fired down the track at a scale speed equivalent to over 220 mph. With the world record standing at just over one second, it�s fast and furious action on the race track for these engineering protégés.

The F1 in Schools World Championships has been made possible with the support of City University, London, the Victoria Government,Victoria University, Webex, IET, Denford, REA, and Telstra.

2007 World Championships

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:38:21 GMT

Watch the live action from the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge World Championships!

The Third F1 in Schools World Championships will be held next Week, 13th�16th March in Melbourne Australia. Four student teams from the UK will be competing against teams from eight other nations for the Bernie Ecclestone Trophy and coveted Engineering scholarships to The City University, London.

UK National Champions�The Bradfield Panthers�Bradfield School

Scottish Champions�Team Lightning�Blairgowrie High School

Northern Ireland Champions�FUGA�Coleraine Academical Institution

Welsh Champions�Blaze�Ynysawdre Comprehensive School

Also Team Hybrid from Lochgelly High School in Scotland have collaborated with a team from the USA!!

WATCH ALL THE ACTION... LIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU can watch the action LIVE, from your classroom, home or office, from anywhere in the World !!

Competition Day 1 - Monday 12th March, 10pm - 4.30am (GMT)

Competition Day 2 - Tuesday 13th March, 10pm - 4.30am (GMT)

Gala Awards Presentation Ceremony - Friday 16th March, 7.15am - 8.30am (GMT)

Watch and Listen! - Live model F1 Car racing, live score card, tour the Team Displays, interviews with Student Team members, verbal presentations. Also tune into the official Opening Ceremony and Gala Awards Presentation to see who is crowned World Champions for 2007!

To enrol to watch this amazing event from the other side of the world. Follow this link to our hosts website, http://www.rea.org.au:80/news/07_world_championships_webcast.html for all details of how to enrol. If you are in the UK, Australia is 11 hours ahead. The times on our hosts website are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time. It WILL be worth staying out of bed for!!!!!!

IET Faraday 2007

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:02:43 GMT

F1 in Schools is supporting the 2007 IET Faraday lecture.

This years theme is 'Winning Formula - Technology in the Fast Lane'.

We think you could well pick up some hot tips for the 2007-08 F1 in Schools season at this fun and exciting look into the Engineering Technology involved in the world of Formula One.

UK National Champions

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:42:09 GMT

Congratulations from F1 in School to the 2007 UK National Champions...... TEAM MOMENTUS

Team Momentus from the Gryphon School in Sherborne Dorset saw off competition from 34 other school teams across the country to win the F1 in Schools national finals held at the Autosport International Show in Birmingham on Sunday.

The team, Matt Bugler, Tom Long and Nathan Riley won the South West regional final in December last year, were awarded scholarships by Exeter University, and will now take their place in the world championship finals.

�We really didn�t expect to win,� the team said.

�We�ve enjoyed the challenge of developing our own car and each of us has put in their skills.

"We came up with the name, built a website, we developed a game to test reaction times and another racing one.

�We approached some big companies and local ones and raised funds to compete here from them.�

F1 in Schools chairman Andrew Denford added: �It was such a close run event this year with two stand out teams vying for the overall title, but Momentus just pipped Pulse to win.

"The amount of effort, commitment, research and dedication that all the teams showed this year has taken the competitiveness of this challenge to another level.

�The teams are very resourceful and have applied so many diverse skills in their projects, which I hope will help them in their future careers.�

Now in its seventh year, the worldwide challenge has seen over three million students in 20 countries taking part and is highly regarded by the Formula 1 fraternity as a platform for introducing the sport to a global teen demographic.

National Finals 2007

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:57:16 GMT

This Weekend see the 2007 F1 in Schools National Final at Autosport 2007

For details of the Regional Final Winners that will be attending and the programme for the two day event please download the attachments below. If you would like to visit us at the show, Autosport have kindly agreed to a discounted ticket. The promotional code to quote F1S when calling 0870 380 2244 or when booking over the internet at www.autosport-international.com. The offer is a Buy one get one free offer - saving £26 for adults or £18.50 for children. You may need to highlight that you want a day ticket and not a ticket for the Live Action Arena.

We are hoping to webcast the event but this is dependent of technical hitches. If you would like to 'tune in' and join us during the two days and the Winners Announcement, simply visit https://rea.webex.com/ . View the daily meetings and click 'Join' for the 2007 National F1 in Schools final 2007.

Finally - Best of luck to all our competitors.

The F1 in Schools Team

Update Bulletin 18th October

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:06:05 GMT

MAKE YOUR MARK with the TMP Brief

Are you entering the TMP Brief?

In the world of Formula One it is important to stand out from the crowd. Both the team and their sponsors are keen for maximum exposure. The Team Marketing Product Brief was brought in to combine raising the team profile whilst applying CAD/CAM skills to encourage, support and reinforce identity.

This year we have partnered with the Make Your Mark campaign, part of Enterprise week, so make sure you register your entry into the brief to be in with a chance of winning.

Update News Bulletin

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:13:27 GMT

Download the new Update Bulletin - Registration Deadline - 7 days to go!!!!

Registration Deadline - 7 days to go!!!!

New Update Bulletin

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:15:37 GMT

Download the new Update Bulletin now!

New prizes up for grabs! Download the Update Bulletin to see what's available.

Download Center - Update Bulletin 28 September 06 click here to download

F1 in Schools has a new address!

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:21:02 GMT

F1 In Schools has relocated office from 22 Old Queen Street to Savoy Place

F1 In Schools has moved Office from 22 Old Queen Street to Savoy Place. Our new address is :

F1 In Schools Ltd.Savoy Place, London, WC2R 0BL. Please update your diaries and make sure that you have the right address and telephone number! (New Telephone Number = 02073448449)

N.O.I.S.E.

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:18:22 GMT

New Outlooks in Science and Engineering

Why not check out this website - www.noisemakers.org.uk.

NOISE exisits to raise awareness of science and engineering amongst young people and was setup by the EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council). There are some great links and even an 'ask us' section.... Could be usefull!!!!!!

Weldone Jenson!

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:22:39 GMT

From all of us at F1 in Schools in the UK. Congratulations Jenson on your win at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

Read more at the ITV F1 website... http://www.itv-f1.com/Feature.aspx?Type=General&PO_ID=36991

Honda Racing F1 team!

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:24:44 GMT

HONDA RACING F1 TEAM RECORD FASTEST TIME IN STUDENT CHALLENGE

30 June 2006�/Honda Racing F1 Team beat off stiff opposition from Scuderia Ferrari F1, the Bradfield Panthers and the East Cobb Flying Cougars to record the fastest time of the day with their miniature racer, in the F1 in Schools F1 teams event held today.

Teams from Honda Racing F1 Team and Ferrari took up the challenge to build F1 cars of the future and race against the F1 in Schools National Champion student teams from the USA and UK. The event was a showcase for the F1 in Schools Formula One Technology Challenge, a global competition which aims to help change perceptions of engineering, science and technology by creating a fun and exciting learning environment for young people to develop an informed view about careers in engineering, science and technology.

A purpose-built 20 metre track set up at the American race facility was used to test the speed of 1:20 scale model CO2 powered balsa wood F1� cars which were designed, manufactured and tested by each team. The car of the Bradfield Panthers from the UK and that of East Cobb Flying Cougars of the USA had already proved their speed, winning their respective national championships earlier this year. The F1 teams, built by young designers in their spare time, were unproven until this afternoon.

The Honda Racing F1 team led by Gil de Ferran and Ferrari F1 team headed by Ross Brown had both produced cars with unique designs, reflecting the innovative approaches used within Formula One, and it was that of the Honda Racing F1 team which posted the fastest time of 1.146 seconds. The current world record time is held by a student team from Malaysia with a car which has recorded a time of 1.083 seconds.

It was the Bradfield Panthers car which was the biggest threat to Honda Racing F1 but in the final run off couldn�t match the pace of the Formula One team, recording a time of 1.157 seconds, to claim the runner up spot. The Flying Cougars team from Marietta, Georgia and the Ferrari team had to settle for third and fourth fastest times respectively.

The UK national champions, Bradfield Panthers, were impressed with the Honda Racing F1 car and planned to use some of its design elements to upgrade their racer before their participation in the World Championships in Melbourne next year. Brad McAnearney from the Panthers said at the end of the Challenge, �It�s been a great experience to race against real F1 teams. We were a bit disappointed that we didn�t win, but we�ve learnt so much from talking to the designers and having a close look at their race cars, that it will help us for the World Championships.�

Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman of F1 in Schools Ltd, said, �This has been a unique opportunity for us to showcase the F1 in Schools Formula One Technology Challenge right in the heart of a Formula One race weekend, and with the support of two Formula One teams. Their participation has helped us to put our initiative into the spotlight and we hope that this will, in turn, encourage more students and schools to participate in the Challenge and this could be in one of over 20 countries.

Denford adds, �My thanks go to Bernie Ecclestone, for giving us so much support and enabling us to make this challenge happen and also to Ferrari and Honda Racing F1 too, for being brave enough to take up the offer of building a car and racing it, untried, in public.

I think the teams have seen that there are school children preparing to follow in their footsteps, and through F1 in Schools, have been enthused about engineering. Both teams have shown the students that F1 technical teams are also the heroes of Formula One and should be aspired towards. It�s been a once-in-a-lifetime experience for our student teams today.�

F1 in Schools� was given generous support by The Formula One Group and Indianapolis Motor Speedway to host the event and welcome the student teams into Formula One�. F1 in Schools� is a not-for-profit organisation solely supported by sponsors and partners.

Launched in Britain in 2000, F1 in Schools� now covers the world. In November 2005, it received the backing of the Formula One� group which granted a world-wide protected trademark and logo. F1 in Schools� is acknowledged as highlighting some of the finest design and engineering minds of the teen generation, including potential future Formula One� design stars.

National Champs challene F1 Teams to build car of the future

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:30:47 GMT

F1 in Schools� will showcase its Formula One� student challenge at the United States Grand Prix, with a head-to-head race between teams from Honda Racing F1, Scuderia Ferrari, and students from UK and USA schools on Thursday 29 June.

The F1� teams are up against tough competition with their challengers already proving that they are capable of building winning cars. The USA Flying Cougars student team from Marietta, Georgia are the F1 in Schools� USA National Champions and the Bradfield Panthers, from Sheffield are the UK National Champions.

The F1� teams have the latest technologies on hand for their car builds, but for their F1 in Schools� debut neither team has tested their car against experienced competition. A purpose-built 20 metre track will be used to test the speed of the 1:20 scale CO2 powered balsa wood F1� cars which have been designed, analysed, manufactured and tested by each team.

F1 in Schools� has been given generous support by The Formula One Group and Indianapolis Motor Speedway to host the event and welcome the student teams into the World of Formula One�. The Formula One� F1 in Schools� challenge is a valuable opportunity to showcase this unique educational initiative which will be filmed by international broadcasters for their US Grand Prix Formula One� coverage.

Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman of F1 in Schools Ltd, says of the forthcoming event, �First of all I would like to thank Bernie Ecclestone, for giving us so much support and enabling us to make this challenge happen. Our thanks go to Ferrari and Honda Racing F1 too, for being brave enough to take up the offer of building a car and racing it, untried, in public.

�This event will put a spotlight on the F1 in Schools� programme and I hope it will encourage more schools and students to participate in the F1 in Schools� Technology Challenge around the world.�

F1 in Schools� is a not-for-profit organisation solely supported by sponsors and partners. Launched in Britain in 2000, F1 in Schools� now covers the world. In November 2005, it received the backing of the Formula One� group which granted a world-wide protected trademark and logo. F1 in Schools� is acknowledged as highlighting some of the finest design and engineering minds of the teen generation, including potential future Formula One� design stars.

National Champs recieve VIP Access at British Grand Prix

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:36:58 GMT

F1 in Schools National Champions, Bradfield Panthers travelled to Silverstone race circuit to be guests of Formula One at the British Grand Prix on Friday, enjoying the privilege of seeing behind the scenes at this premier British sporting event.

The team of 14-15 year old students were given VIP passes to the Formula One paddock and were able to see all the teams take part in the practise sessions for this year�s British Grand Prix. The Panthers visited the pits and were given guided tours of some of the teams� garages. They also had a unique inside view of Formula One hospitality, including a game of table football in Red Bull Racing�s �Energy Station�.

Andrew Denford, Founder of F1 in Schools, said of the welcome given to the students in the F1 paddock, �The Formula One community gave the students such a warm welcome and a unique insight into the technical aspects of a Formula One car. Bradfield Panthers had a once-in-a-lifetime day which I know they will all remember for a very long time. Our thanks are extended to everyone in the Formula One paddock who made this possible�

Will Stevens appointed as Ambassadortfor F1 in Schools

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:38:49 GMT

British JICA Champion Will Stevens has been appointed the Young Driver Ambassador for F1 in Schools, the Formula One design challenge that uses motorsport to encourage students to learn about high-performance engineering.

The 14-year-old karting driver from Oxshott, Surrey, in England, will be the official young driver face for the not-for-profit organisation and work with the staff and participating schools to promote engineering, science and technology.

Endorsed by founder of modern-day Formula One, Bernie Ecclestone, the F1 in Schools concept centres on a 'Formula One Technology Challenge' held at secondary schools world-wide.

Students between the age of 11 and 18 compete in teams to build a model F1 car to specific design requirements using digital resources and computerised manufacturing equipment. The challenge culminates in a World Championship, which next year will be held at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne.

Stevens, the youngest-ever British Open JICA Champion, is competing in Italy, Belgium, France, the USA and the UK in a selection of highly-contested JICA events, which include the European Championships, the Italian Open and the World Series Karting competition, the latter of which he is currently leading and will next race in on May 21 in Belgium.

As the F1 in Schools Young Driver Ambassador, Stevens will play an important role in promoting the F1 in Schools Challenge, attending regional finals as well as the National Championship in January 2007. The F1 in Schools website will host a Will Stevens Fan Club and give avid students a chance to follow the career of the up-and-coming star.

Andrew Denford, the Founder and Chairman of F1 in Schools, said, "Will was a natural choice for Ambassador. He is in the same age group as the students who participate in the Challenge and, just as we hope that some of the participants go on to work in the top echelons of motorsport, we hope to track Will all the way through his motor racing career into Formula One."

Stevens said he was honoured to be chosen as the F1 in Schools Young Driver Ambassador. "It's a great idea which works really well and I'm very happy to be part of promoting excellence in engineering and technology, especially in relation to motorsport. It's really exciting to be introducing students my age to new innovations and see how they can be applied in real life."

More than 3000 students from 400 schools will participate in the Challenge across the UK with 17 countries worldwide in line to attend the next World Championship.

This could be YOU.....

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:45:44 GMT

F1 in Schools� World Champions �The Stingers� were recently invited to attend the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne and from the snap shots opposite it looks like they had an absolute �buzz� .

During their visit, the team managed to BEAT Michael Schumacher and his Ferrari designed car when they raced each other on the F1 in Schools track!!! Then it was off to meet Williams� driver Mark Webber and most impressive of all was when Williams� Technical Director, Sam Michaels, took them to the Pits to see the RBS Williams F1 Car! Phew, what an experience - and all thanks to competing in F1 in Schools!!!

F1 in Schools Primary Competition @ Lutterworth Grammar

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:42:56 GMT

Lutterworth Grammar School are holding an F1 in Schools final for Primary schools on Friday 30th June 2006.

If your primary school is interested in the Challenge and are looking for some inspiration, why not have a look at the primary schools website that Lutterworth have designed.

www.lgsccf1inschools.tk

The Duke of Edinburgh Award

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:09:10 GMT

F1 in Schools is an Access Organisation for The Duke of Edinburgh�s Award. The Award is open to 14-25 year olds and involves five key areas: Service, Skills, Physical Recreation, Expeditions and a Residential Project at Gold level.

Because F1 in Schools has �Access� status, team members can use the work they do for the Challenge as accreditation for the Skills Section of the Award for a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award.

If students are competing in the Challenge already, the only extra paper work they will need to complete for the Skills Section of the Award, is an �activities log� which we can sign off at our regional events. With the log downloadable just below there�s no excuse not to get started right away!

If you decide to take part in the Award make sure you have a look at The Duke of Edinburgh�s Award website (www.theaward.org).

We have also put together a downloadable leaflet (available below) that provides information about the award to both students and teachers. Download it now to find out more.....

The Duke of Edinburgh skills activity log click here to download

The Duke of Edinburgh Leaflet click here to download

Online Feedback Questionnaire 2006

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:47:47 GMT

The F1 in Schools feedback questionnaire for teachers is now on-line. Why not take a look and tell us what you think of the Challenge so far...

Click here to take our questionnaire

Registration Open!!!!

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:49:40 GMT

Registration for the 2006/07 Championship Season is now officially open! So ... what are all you teachers and students waiting for? Why not get your team signed up today!

TO REGISTER A TEAM CLICK HERE

Why not also click on the link below to download a copy of our SEASON TIMELINE. It includes all key dates and elements of the project to help keep your team(s) on track!

2006/07 Season Timeline click here to download

Brisk in Pink's Newsletter

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:52:52 GMT

Brisk in Pink are an all female team from Cheltenham Girls High School in Australia. The girls were the proud winners of the Innovative Thinking award at the World Championships held on Sunday 15th January.

After the event which was held at the NEC in Birmingham the girls visited the French capital of Paris alongside World Champions - The Stingers. Together both teams and supervising adults involved are know as 'Team Australia' and the newsletter that Brisk in Pink have produced gives an overview of thier trip as well as including some great action snaps. These girls have proven to be dedicated competitors in the Challenge and are a true inspiration for young women in engineering.

Why not have a read of Brisk in Pinks newsletter and find out just what 'Team Australia' got up to on their victory trip. Click the link below.

Brisk In Pink Newsletter - February 2006 click here to download

F1 in Schools National Final and World Final

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:55:51 GMT

This years National Final and World Championships were held on the 14th & 15th January 2006 at the Autosport International Motor show at the NEC Birmingham.

Thirty one teams competed at our National Finals on the 14th January and the judges were extremely impressed with all the hard work that the students had put in to the production of their cars and portfolios, however only one team could win.

After a long and exciting day it was finally revealed that the National Champions were the Bradfield Panthers from Bradfield School in Sheffield. They are the first team to have their name engraved on our brand new F1 in Schools trophy and will be attending the next F1 in Schools World Championships which will be held in Orlando, Florida.

The team won some fantastic prizes including a Williams Factory tour and tickets to go to this year�s Indianapolis Grand Prix!!!

The World Championships were held on the following day with 17 teams from 11 countries competing. The new World Champions are The Stingers, from Trinity Grammar School in Melbourne, Australia, who are the proud winners of our very impressive Bernie Ecclestone Trophy. Each team member was presented with a 3 year scholarship to study Motorsport and Automotive Engineering at City University in London.

To read a reveiw written in The Daily Telegraph about the F1 in Schools World Championships vist http://www.sport.telegraph.co.uk/sport/main.jhtml?xml=/sport/2006/01/17/soedwo17.xml&sSheet=/sport/2006/01/17/ixmoto.html

Both events held at Autosport International were a huge success and we would like to say a big thank you to everyone who took part and supported us.

The World of F1 embraces F1 in Schools

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:59:01 GMT

F1 in Schools � The Formula One Technology Challenge�

F1 in Schools, the global motorsport design challenge for school children, was given a turbocharged boost yesterday, when it was announced that Bernie Ecclestone�s Formula One Management company has licensed it the rights to use a new specially designed livery and trademark protected logo.

The agreement supports F1 in Schools in its drive both to encourage high-technology engineering skills and teamwork among school children, and to encourage sponsorship to fund its present rapid expansion. For Formula One Management, the deal represents an investment in future technology skills that Formula One needs in order to stay at the forefront of automotive engineering, while helping pave the way for future growth.

F1 in Schools Patrons

F1 in Schools� association with Formula One was strengthened further with the announcement of the Challenge�s new patrons, engineers from the front line of Formula 1 competition: Sam Michael, Technical Director of Williams F1, Ross Brawn, Technical Director of Ferrari and Mike Gascoyne, Technical Director of Toyota F1. The event was hosted by the Challenge�s other patron, James Allen, ITV's lead commentator on Formula 1 at the Cass Business School.

Ross Brawn, the engineering brains behind Michael Schumacher�s seven F1 world championships, said �My career in engineering started as a youngster because of an enthusiastic father and a Meccano set. �F1 in Schools� takes the idea to another level and contributes enormously to the education and enjoyment of these young people. There is such a broad range of disciplines along with the need to be part of a team within a competitive environment. You can see the sheer enthusiasm they have and it is great that all this enthusiasm is channelled into engineering and Formula One. These are our engineers of the future and our future is engineering��.�

Student Scholarships at the City University, London

During an inspiring evening, F1 in Schools� new education business partner City University, London, announced that it would award six engineering scholarships annually to the Challenge�s International World Champions - an award worth in excess of £250,000.

Bernie Ecclestone, the CEO and Chairman of Formula One Management, said, �We are delighted to be supporting F1 in Schools. It is extremely important to our sport to encourage young people to enter the world of high-performance engineering. F1 in Schools is a truly global challenge, which meets all the objectives of our business.�

Challenge patron Sam Michael said: �The level that they�ve gone to, looking at things like manufacturing techniques, CAD/CAM, CFD, studying levels of friction � it�s fantastic that kids of 12 years old are looking at that sort of thing.

It puts the awareness of Formula 1 into schools at an early stage.�

F1 Factory Tours for Winners!

As part of it�s support of the Challenge, the winners of the 2005 F1 in Schools Technology Challenge will be invited to the Williams F1 factory in Grove to see how a real F1 team operates.

�There will be a series of four presentations from myself, the chief designer Jorg Zander, chief aerodynamicist Loic Bigois and head of CFD, Nathan Eagles,� said Michael.

�In between there�ll be a tour of the factory and all of the manufacturing plant, race and test teams and sub-assembly groups so they can see how things are designed and built.

And then finally there will be a tour of the museum so they can see a bit of the history of Williams.

So we hope it will give them an insight into what it�s like to actually design a Formula 1 car.�

With new opportunities arising thanks to the support of Formula One Management and from the Challenges� new patrons, F1 in Schools is looking forward to its best ever championship season.

Our New Brand Launch

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:07:16 GMT

The evening of Tuesday 22nd November saw the exciting launch of our new Brand: F1 in Schools, The Formula One Technology Challenge.

The event was held at the Cass Business School, part of City University, in London, and was a huge success. The Challenge was relaunched following an agreement with, Formula One chief, Bernie Ecclestone�s Formula One Management, which grants F1 in Schools the right to use the new, specially designed livery and trademark-protected logo.

�We�re delighted to be supporting F1 in Schools� Ecclestone said �It�s extremely important to our sport to encourage young people to enter the world of high- performance engineering. F1 in Schools is a truly global challenge which meets all the objectives of our business�.

More Regional Winners for SE England and Central England

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:10:32 GMT

Congratulations to Armadillo from Woodhouse College in London and Team Cobra from Bournville School in Birmingham for winning the 1st Place Overall Postion in thier Regions.

Both teams will represent thier Regions in the National Finals at Autosport International, to be held in January, along with Team Firestarter and Team Flu (for Central England) and Team Vengence and Team Bullet (for South East & London) who won either 1st or 2nd Place overall positions in their Age Groups.

The Wild Cats win OVERALL at Jaguar North West Regional Finals!

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:14:49 GMT

Congratulations to team Wild Cats from St Aidan's county High School in Carlisle for winning the overall winners title for our North West regional event as well as coming first in their 11-14 age category, the fastest D-TYPE Car AND TMP brief for their fantastic team t-shirts. You could even say the were Grrrrrrrrr...reat!

Other winners going through to the National Final with Wilds Cats will be Team Tuscan from Lytham St. Annes high School & Technology College. Watch out for when they 'strike' at Nationals!

F1 North East Yorkshire & Humberside Regionals 2005

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:25:10 GMT

Congratulations to Team Magpie from George Stephenson School in Newcastle and Team Flaming Fury from Ridgewood School in Scawsby, Doncaster for winning the Overall Titles at their regional finals.

Both Teams will represent their region at the National Final at Autosport International 2006 along with Team Streetracer and Team Venom from King Edwards School, Morpeth and the Bradfield Panthers from Bradfield School, Sheffield and the Red Hot Honeyz from Issac Newton School, Hull from the Yorkshire and Humberside Regional Finals.

Registration Closed

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:27:35 GMT

Registration for this Season has now closed.

Registration for the 2006/07 Season will open in April however if you would like to register for information about the Challenge between now and then please click on the link below..

http://www.f1inschools.co.uk/contact.asp

Registration Closes @ 5pm TODAY!!!!

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:29:30 GMT

We have decided to keep registration open for 1 final day! Teams have until 5pm TODAY to register for the 2005 Regional Finals.

If you haven't already done so REGISTER NOW...

Website Competition 2005

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:34:14 GMT

If you have built a Website to support your entry in this Seasons F1 in Schools CAD/CAM Challenge, then you are also eligible for the Website Competition!

The ARKom Website also provides resources and information on how to construct a F1 in Schools Team Website.

To enter go to http://www.ARKom.co.uk and look for the special F1 in Schools link.

The entry requirements for the BEST TEAM WEBSITE are as follows:

1 website entry per team - each team MUST have entered their team in the Challenge and attended a regional final in 2005.
enteries MUST be made via ARKom's website.
DEADLINE for enteries is Tuesday 6th December 2005.
ARKom will judge the Websites and the top three website and their teams/designers will be invited to the National Final on the 12th of January 2005 for prize giving.
All Websites MUST be live/on-line on the date of entry. No enteries will be accepted on CD-Rom.

Good luck!!!

Newsletter, Issue 8, 2005

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:38:16 GMT

The Autumn newsletter is now available for you to download. The registration deadline has been extended until 21st October 2005 so if you haven't already done so, get registered NOW......

This terms issue also includes a map showing the locations of all the upcoming Regional Finals. Download by clicking the link below.

Newsletter- Issue 8, Sept 2005 click here to download

Team Registration Deadline Extended

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:41:55 GMT

The team registration deadline has now been extended until the 21st of October 2005.

Thanks to all those who have registered teams so far. We will be writing to you shortly to confirm your attendance and with your date for attendance to your event.

If you have not yet registered then please do it NOW, after the closing date we will be busy preparing for regional finals and will not be able to process registrations after that date. Don't forget you can log back into your team register and amend any detials once registration has closed.

This year we will also be sending details of your regional final and ask you to confirm of your attendance via our website, so it is vital that you provide a valid email address when you register. You should have recieved an email on registeration which validates your email, if you did not recieve that email, then please email us directly at contactus@f1inschools.co.uk.

Register your team for this season NOW!

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:43:54 GMT

The DEADLINE for team registration is fast approaching, please register your teams by the 16th September 2005.

We hope you all had a lovely summer and are rested and ready for a new term. We have been preparing for the up and coming regional finals and team registration.

If you have not already registered your team(s) for the 2005-06 season, then please register them NOW and go to http://www.f1inschools.co.uk/registration/default.asp.

Imagineering away!

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:45:31 GMT

Thousands of children, young and old, raced F1 in Schools cars over the bank holiday weekend. Coventry Schools competed for the Coventry City College F1 Trophy and did lots of imagineering at the Town & Country Festival.

Yet another successful Imagineering Fair at the Town and Country Festival passes, with over 2000 F1 races counted down on our minature Grand Prix track! This year as well as the many visitors to the show, we had Bluecoat School, Foxford School, Westwood School and Cardinal Wiseman School, all from the Coventry area competiting for the City College Coventry Annual Trophy for 2005.

All the schools, fort hard and fast with their varied designs, how ever it was was Cardinal Wiseman's - Car 1 raced by Kieran Harrington a budding engineer (and a wizard on the computer) who won the trophy.

The rest of the show was exeptional, with a variety of hands on activities and displays from big names in engineering such as IMI, CAT and Jaguar Cars. Jaguar Cars had a series of vehicles on display including the a prototype of the new XK.

The new XK is certainly inspiration for any designer or engineer, take a closer look for yourself on Jaguar Car's website http://www.jaguar.co.uk/uk/en/vehicles/concept_cars/overview.htm it really is rather lovely! Swoon swoon.

Also, some of Jaguar Car's engineers where on hand to give our F1 in Schools teams some advice on the design and aerodynamics of their cars. All in all it was great, and the weather was excellent too!

We're off to the Imagineering Fair....

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:51:05 GMT

... this weekend at the Town & Country Festival at the NAC in Coventry. For the second year running we are partnering with City College Coventry to run our Grand Prix track at the show.

City College Coventry have organised for 10 teams from schools across Coventry to come and run their cars in an inter-school competition over the three days of the show from Saturday the 27th of August to bank holiday monday the 29th of August.

The Imagineering Fair (http://www.imagineeringweb.co.uk/) its self, provided kids with an insight into the fascinating world of engineering and manufacturing through fun, hands-on activities.

We will be there at the show all weekend so if you need somewhere to race your CO2 driven cars, then please bring them along. We'll have plenty of cartridges, as we get through a few thousand at this show!

See http://www.townandcountryfestival.org.uk/ for more detials regarding the Town & Country Festival.

Singarepore's 1st National Final as F1 in Schools takes off!

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:55:36 GMT

Singapore had there first National Final on 27th of July at Ngee Ann Polytechnic in Singapore.

Ngee Ann Polytechnic is one of Singapore�s leading institutions of higher learning and a fantastic back drop for these fast moving D-TYPE vehicles.

The Overall Winners were Tampines Secondary School, Team Xeto 2, who's car acheived the second fastest car at the event to first place winners Team Swiss Heavyweight from the Swiss Cottage Secondary School.

Other awards won included the Best Engineered car won by Pioneer Secondary School with their car Flash A and the Best Team Marketing and Sponsorhsip award went to Henderson Secondary School.

The Teams and their cars look very impressive and the teams coming to the International will make their presence felt. If you want to have a look at the competition, in both senses then go to http://www.np.edu.sg/me/F1.htm

Loughborough University's Student F1 team

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:59:45 GMT

On the same weekend as the British Grand Prix, Loughborough University took part in Formula Student.

Steve Walker (a former F1 in Schools graduate) and his fellow team mates competed with an excellent design which was ranked in the top 10 of UK Universities entered.

The reason we are interested in their achievements is not only because Steve is involved in the team but also due to the fact that Loughborough University will be hosting one of our up and coming events in the autumn. A number of their students will also play a key part in helping to run our F1 in Schools Central England regional final, where their Formula Student car will be on display.

Loughborough�s Formula student team will help by giving tours of their Automotive and Aeronautical Engineering department where the students will have the opportunity to view their extensive range of engineering and computing laboratories, and experimental facilities. The team will also have a hand in judging at the F1 in Schools event and seem more than qualified as they have just been through a similar process with their single seating racing car.

If any other Universities or Formula Student teams are interested in helping us then please contactus@f1inschools.co.uk

Canadian's take 1st place at Formula Student Final

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:03:02 GMT

Toronto University took the overall Class 1 Winner's crown at the 2005 Formula Students Final in Bruntingthorpe.

Formula Student is a competition aimed at University students. Each team must design, build, race and market a single-seater race car. With one past F1 in Schools competitior already competing in Formula Student we hope to see many more over the years.

This years Formula Student final was a huge success with close to 100 teams competing from Universities and Colleges across the world. There where some amazing designs and a buzz very similar to that found in the F1 in Schools pit's.

Each teams car was put through a range of tests including a straight line acceleration test and an endurance race. The teams also had to give a number of verbal presentations to a board of judges.

The top British Team was the University of Hertfordshire who finished 7.

4x4 in schools a new challenge

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:05:37 GMT

Denford Ltd. and Land Rover (part of the same group as Jaguar) are launching a new educational competition this week. The competition is called 4x4 in Schools and is open to school students in Key Stage 4.

The Challenge involves designing and building an �Off-Road� vehicle which can be driven around an obstacle course by a student via remote control. The vehicles use electric motors to power all four wheels and can climb at angles close to 45 degrees from the flat.

The course consists of steep gradients, rough surfaces, tight corners and pools of water. Each team must also produce a portfolio and make a verbal presentation to a group of judges. All of this adds up to a very competitive event. With the National launch taking place this week here at F1 in Schools we can't wait to see the teams designs.

For more details on the 4x4 in Schools Challenge why not visit www.4x4inschools.co.uk

The E-Newsletter

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:07:22 GMT

The Summer Term Newsletter is now available to download, giving you the chance to see what�s happening in the world of F1 in Schools.

In this terms Newsletter:

How you can earn a Duke of Edinburgh Award with the work you�ve already done for the Challenge
The lowdown on some of the 2005-06 Regional Final venues
And plenty more!

Simply click on one of the download buttons below and print of as many copies as you like.

Summer Term Newsletter (Low res) click here to download

Summer Term Newsletter (High res) click here to download

Imagineering Success

F1 in Schools - f1contactuslist@denford.co.uk — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:11:40 GMT

The 3rd South West Imagineering Fair was a resounding success yet again, despite the weather!

From the 1st-4th June F1 in Schools in association with Avon Vale Training ran a track at the Imagineering Fair which is now a very valuable part of the Royal Bath and West show held at Shepton Mallet show ground each year..

The Imagineering Fair is run by a charitable foundation set-up to enthuse students about engineering. F1 in Schools along with the REME, Rolls Royce, Airbus, RAF, John Cabot Technology College, WEAF, Fleet Air Museum and a number of other engineering organisations and colleges had stands in the Imagineering tent, all running free hands-on activities and displays for the general public.

Those people who attended the event had the opportunity to make, test and race their own D-Type car thanks to Avon Vale Training who kindly brought their router, wind tunnel and track along to the event.

Everyone who attended seemed to have a great time and we hope that some of them will get invovled in the Challenge in the future.

Photo's (top to bottom):The entrance to the Imagineering Fair's tent

General public racing on the Avon Vale's Grand Prix track

Lanuch aeroplanes off an model aircraft carrier on the Fleet Air Museum Stand