Your Digital Guide to the Finals.
Welcome to the digital guide for the STEM On Track National Finals, your one-stop hub for maps, schedules, and everything you need to get the most out of the day.
THE FINALS
Explore the Teams, Track the Action, and Celebrate the Future of STEM.
EVENT MAP
Plan your route around the circuit.
Explore key areas including the STEM Fair, Viewing area, Catering, and Team Garages. Click below to view the full map and get your bearings before the action begins.
LIVE SCHEDULE
Stay on track throughout the day
From scrutineering to qualifying and race heats to prize giving — follow the day’s events as they unfold. This live schedule will keep you in the loop so you don’t miss a moment.
EVENT PROGRAMME
Full team profiles, STEM Fair exhibitors, and more
Dive deeper into the Finals with our downloadable programme. Inside you'll find team spotlights, the story of the competition, livery design features, and messages from our founders and partners.
FINALS SCHEDULE
From the moment the paddock opens to the final lap and awards ceremony, the STEM On Track National Finals is packed with excitement, learning, and celebration. Whether you're here to cheer on your team, explore the STEM Fair, or connect with industry leaders, this schedule will help you make the most of every moment. Be sure to arrive early, check your timings, and don't miss a thing—especially the race action and our closing prize giving!
SCHEDULE
07:30 - 09:00
Circuit Open
For Teams
Teams arrive on site, unload karts, and prepare for the day. This is your window to set up your paddock area, conduct final checks, and get your bearings before racing begins.
09:20 - 09:55
Welcome & Paddock Safety Briefing
All teams must attend this essential briefing covering the day’s schedule, safety protocols, and race procedures. Includes a welcome from STEM On Track and event partners.
10:00 - 12:00
Scrutineering, Engineering Sealing, Signing On & Track Walk
Scrutineering, Engineering Sealing, Signing On and Track Walk. Each school rotates through the activities.
10:00 - 16:00
STEM Fair
From F1 to football, this interactive STEM Fair brings together leading organisations and hands-on activities to inspire the next generation of innovators. Featuring; Alpine Formula 1 Team, Liverpool FC Foundation, F1 in Schools, Creative Hut, Megawatt, Gamified STEM zones, STEM Careers advice & much, much more. A full day of discovery, learning and fun for all ages.
12:00 - 12:30
Lunch Break & Grid Formation
A chance for everyone to relax and recharge while the school teams begin lining up on the grid.
12:30 - 13:25
Qualifying Sessions
Schools select their fastest driver to compete in qualifying. The fastest lap of each driver gives the teams starting position on the grid.
14:00 - 16:15
National Finals:
Endurance Races
In the Enduro Races, school teams compete across two timed sessions to complete the highest number of laps. All four drivers must take the wheel, with pit stops and driver changes managed by the team. The school with the most combined laps across both races wins. In the event of a tie, the Fastest Lap from either race will decide the champion. It's not just about speed, strategy and smooth handovers matter just as much.
16:30 - 17:00
Awards Presentation and Prize Giving
Our Prize Giving celebrates the standout achievements of the STEM On Track Finals. Awards include the Livery Competition for the most creative design, the Build Award for technical excellence, the Learn Award for top performance on our Race Academy platform, and the Race Award for on-track success. One team will be crowned National Champion for excelling across all categories. Prizes include Alpine F1 Team experiences, exclusive merch, and Xbox consoles donated by our partners.