Numbers in the Fast Lane
From pit stops to data plots, let’s discover the maths and physics behind winning a Formula 1 Championship.
Using real-life race statistics, such as lap times, average speeds, and pit stop durations, pupils will have to make critical decisions based on data. Finally, their skills will be put to the test as they use their skills to drive their team to victory.
Book this interactive lesson for your schools and youth groups.
Target age: P5 to P7.
About the lesson
Mathematics is the backbone of engineering, and we think it’s important to expose learners to possible applications of the maths they learn in the classroom in a fun and interactive environment.
Your learners will join our Formula 1 team as trainee strategy engineers. Using maths, physics, and engineering know-how, F1 strategists play an important role in improving the performance of racing cars and help their team win.
Lights out 🏁
What happens in the lesson?
Using real-life race statistics, such as lap times, average speeds, and pit stop durations, pupils will have to make critical decisions based on data.
How does the car’s current speed affect the chances of overtaking?
Should you recommend a pit stop for a tire change?
Pupils get hands-on with some of the kinds of data that strategy engineers use. They test their maths skills with percentages, rates of change, division with remainders, and you use probabilities to take calculated risks.
Interactive from start to end
We look at aerodynamics, sensors, tyre science and logistics. Just like professional strategy engineers, the classes have to weigh the data, debate the options, and agree on the best call.
It is a team sport.
Be our headline sponsor 🏎️
We’re inviting companies who believe in the power of maths and STEM education to get involved and help us inspire the next generation of engineers, coders, and problem-solvers.
By sponsoring a live lesson, your organisation can:
- Inspire future talent – connect your brand with the engineers and innovators of tomorrow
- Champion STEM learning in schools across Scotland and beyond
- Be part of the story – your brand featured in lesson materials, race-day visuals, and pupil shout-outs
- Show your values in action – supporting creativity, teamwork, and data-driven thinking in young people
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