The Schools Starpack Awards seek to increase understanding of the uses of packaging and to inspire young people to consider a career in consumer packaging design. The deadline for entries into these awards, now in their 13th year, is 2 March 2012.

Schools are invited to send in entries for three briefs -

• A re-usable container for taking home fruit and vegetables from a shop or farmers market - Sponsored by the British Polythene Industries plc. Open to Key Stage 3, 4 and AS Level.

• Cravendale/purfiltre single serve bottle - Sponsored by Logoplaste UK Ltd. Open to Key Stages 3 and 4.

• Fun Cake Baking Kit - Sponsored by the Benson Group. Open to Key Stage 4 and AS Level.

Winning entries under each brief will receive up to £500 for the winning school and up to £50 for the student. Gold, Silver, Bronze and Highly Commended certificates are awarded by a panel of judges.

View the complete briefs