F1 Experience
Step Into the World of Formula 1 with Virtual Reality
Bring the excitement of high-speed motorsport into your classroom with our Formula 1 VR Workshop. Using immersive virtual reality, pupils explore the science, engineering and geography behind Formula 1 racing — from cutting-edge car design to famous global race circuits.
This workshop makes STEM learning fast-paced, engaging and memorable.
What Is the Formula 1 VR Workshop?
The Formula 1 VR Workshop is a fully guided, curriculum-linked experience designed for KS2 pupils. Using VR headsets, pupils can:
🏎️ Explore a Formula 1 garage and pit lane
🧑🔧 Discover how F1 cars are designed and built
🏁 Experience famous race circuits around the world
⚙️ Learn how engineering and aerodynamics affect speed
⛽ Understand how teams plan race strategies
The session is safe, interactive and delivered by trained facilitators.
What Will Pupils Learn?
🏎️ What Is Formula 1?
Learn what Formula 1 racing is and why it is one of the most advanced sports in the world.
⚙️ Engineering and Design
Discover how F1 cars are built for speed, including:
Aerodynamics
Lightweight materials
Tyres and grip
Engine performance
🧪 Forces and Motion
Understand key science concepts such as:
Air resistance (drag)
Friction
Speed and acceleration
Forces acting on moving objects
🏁 Race Strategy
Explore how teams plan pit stops, tyre changes and race tactics.
🌍 Global Geography of F1
Visit famous race locations around the world and learn how different tracks challenge drivers in different ways.
🧑🔧 Teamwork and Technology
Understand the roles of engineers, mechanics and drivers in a Formula 1 team.
Book the Formula 1 VR Workshop
Bring high-speed STEM learning into your classroom with our Formula 1 VR Workshop.
📩 Contact us to book
📅 Flexible dates available
🏫 Delivered in your school
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By the end of the workshop, pupils will be able to:
✔ Explain how Formula 1 cars are designed for speed
✔ Describe forces that affect movement
✔ Understand how teams work together in F1
✔ Identify famous F1 circuits around the world
✔ Use scientific and technical vocabulary -
This workshop will last approximately 30 - 50-minutes depending on the number of sessions required.
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KS2 pupils (Years 3–6)
KS3 pupils (Years 7-9)
Whole classes or small groups
Suitable for all abilities
No VR experience required
All equipment is provided, and workshops are delivered by qualified facilitators.
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Science
✔ Forces and motion
✔ Air resistance, friction and gravity
✔ Scientific enquiry and problem solvingDesign & Technology
✔ Mechanical systems and engineering design
✔ Evaluating products and performance
✔ Understanding how products are developedMathematics
✔ Measuring speed, distance and time
✔ Interpreting data and lap times
✔ Problem-solving with real-world contextsGeography
✔ Locate countries and famous F1 race circuits
✔ Understand global sporting events