Cundall Manor School Triumphs at 2025 Rotary Technology Tournament

Cundall Manor School is celebrating a fantastic achievement after our senior pupils secured 1st and 2nd place in the Intermediate Task at the prestigious 2025 Rotary Technology Tournament held at Catterick Garrison. This remarkable success highlights the outstanding design and engineering skills demonstrated by our students, reinforcing the school’s commitment to excellence in STEM education.

The event, jointly hosted by the Rotary Club of Northallerton and the 1st Close Support Battalion REME, provided a thrilling challenge for participants. Teams were tasked with designing and constructing a mechanical car capable of navigating a tunnel, pushing debris to the end of the pipeline, and successfully reversing back to the start line. This challenge required innovative thinking, precision engineering, and expert problem-solving skills.

Our talented pupils rose to the occasion, applying their Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)knowledge to develop highly effective solutions. Their vehicle, built with four wheels, an electric motor, and a custom pulley system, met the strict competition criteria, including navigating under a bridge and operating via remote control. Additional points were awarded for completing the task in under 10 seconds, a feat our students impressively achieved.

A key requirement was for the vehicle to feature a logo promoting Energy Conservation, reinforcing the importance of sustainability in engineering design. The creativity, teamwork, and technical expertise displayed by our pupils were truly commendable.

We are incredibly proud of our students for their determination and ingenuity in tackling this complex challenge. Their success at the Rotary Technology Tournament not only showcases their engineering talents but also highlights Cundall Manor School’s ongoing dedication to fostering a passion for STEM subjects among our students.

Congratulations to our winning teams – a fantastic accomplishment that reflects the hard work, creativity, and perseverance of our young engineers!