F1 in Schools: The World's Largest STEM Competition 

F1 in Schools (now STEM Racing) is the world’s largest STEM competition, challenging teams of up to six students to immerse themselves in the exciting world of engineering, design, enterprise, and manufacturing. Teams develop and race miniature F1 cars capable of reaching speeds of over 70 km/h, all while managing every aspect of a professional motorsport team. 

At Scarborough UTC, our dedication to technical excellence has driven student participation in this prestigious competition since 2017. Over the years, our teams have achieved a series of remarkable accomplishments that reflect their talent, innovation, and hard work. 

Scarborough UTC – F1 in Schools Achievements 

Since 2017, Scarborough UTC students have consistently demonstrated excellence in the world’s largest STEM competition. Here are our key milestones: 

• 2018 – National Finalists (2 Teams – Development Class) 
• 2019 
  • National Finalists (2 Teams – Development Class) 
  • National Champions – Development Class 
  • World Finals – Abu Dhabi: 18th Overall 

• 2020 – National Finalists (2 Teams – Professional & Development Classes) 

• 2021 
  • National Finalists (2 Teams – Professional & Development Classes) 
  • National Champions – Professional Class 

• 2021/2022 – World Finals – UK 
  • 3rd Overall 
  • World Champions – Project Management 

• 2022/2023 – National Finals: 3rd Place Overall (Development Class) 

• 2023/2024 – Biggest Year Yet! 
  • 4 Teams Reached National Finals (Magna, Sheffield) 
  • English Champions 
  • 2nd Overall – Professional Class 

• 2024 – World Finals – Saudi Arabia & Qatar 
  • World Champions: Pit Display & Digital Media 
  • 10th Overall 

• 2025 
  • National Finalists (2 Teams – Professional & Development Classes) 
  • UK National Champions – Professional Class 
  • Awards for: 
    • Best Engineered Car 
    • Fastest Car 
    • Best Verbal Presentation
    • World Finals – Singapore (September/October) 

• World Finals – Singapore (September/October) 

Unity Racing: From World Finals to National Champions 

In November 2024, Unity Racing travelled to the Middle East to compete in the largest F1 in Schools World Finals to date. The team emerged as world champions in two categories and secured an impressive 10th place overall. 

Returning home with renewed determination, Unity Racing has gone from strength to strength—now proudly crowned UK National Champions. Fueled by their success and the invaluable experiences gained, the team is pushing boundaries with groundbreaking innovations set to debut on the world stage later this year in Singapore. 

This journey would not be possible without the unwavering support of our brilliant local, national, and international sponsors. Their continued backing allows us to compete and grow at this elite level year after year. 

As part of our school’s enrichment programme, F1 in Schools is open to all students—offering life-changing opportunities and inspiring the next generation of engineers, designers, and leaders.