David Attenborough will teach kids Geography whilst the schools are closed

Along with a whole host of other celebs

Author: Alex RossPublished 20th Apr 2020

Whether it's Carol Vorderman, David Walliams or Joe Wicks, a number of high-profile celebrities have been offering their educational services for free during the current Coronavirus lockdown.

With schools shut across the UK, and many children being home schooled, legendary TV broadcaster David Attenborough has now lent his support, signing up to teach children Geography lessons in a new BBC education initiative.

The 93-year-old will present topics like animals and oceans as part of a new programme on BBC Bitesize Daily, BBC iPlayer and the BBC Red Button.

David isn't the only famous face to sign up to become a teacher, a number of other well-known stars are also taking part in the new initiative, with subjects like Maths, English, History and Spanish all being covered.

EastEnders actor Danny Dyer will teach five to seven-year-olds History, whilst Manchester City footballer Sergio Aguero will help children count in Spanish.

Former Shadow Chancellor Ed Balls has been drafted in to create a Maths class for 11 to 14-year-olds, whilst Professor Brian Cox will deliver Science lessons.

Singers Liam Payne and Mabel will also be involved, as well as Strictly Come Dancing professional Oti Mabuse, and 200 fully qualified teachers.

Director of BBC Children’s & Education, Alice Webb, said, ‘We’re proud that the BBC can bring together so many people to offer such a wide-ranging package of support to help children and parents right across the UK at such a challenging time.

‘We said the BBC would be there for people through this crisis, and we meant it. It’s vital that every child is able to continue learning – and the lessons we’re putting on will make sure they have fun at the same time.’

Check out all of the other celebs offering free educational services:

Maths with Carol Vorderman

Former Countdown star Carol Vorderman has made her online maths school 'The Maths Factor' free to use during self-isolation.


The service is usually £2 per week, but due to the current situation, Carol has made the decision to make the service free for all children between the ages of 4-11, until schools reopen.

English with David Walliams

Children's author David Walliams is releasing one of his books in an audio format for the next 30 days!


You can download the books right here.

Magic with Ben Hanlin

If you need to inject a bit of fun into homeschooling, magician and Dancing On Ice 2020 star Ben Hanlin is hosting daily magic lessons.


Ben is teaching children one magic trick everyday over on his Facebook and Instagram pages, Monday-Friday at 3.15pm.

Dance with Oti Mabuse

Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse and her dancer husband Marius Lepure are getting the nation dancing every day!


Oti and Marius are doing themed dance tutorials over on Oti's YouTube channel.

Nature with Steve Backshall

Naturalist and TV star Steve Backshall is offering live nature and wildlife lessons at 9.30am on his YouTube page.


Steve told fans, "From habitats to holotypes, parasites to pademelons, I'll do my best to bring the wild world into your living room, from... my living room!"

Music with Harry Judd

McFly drummer Harry Judd is holding a number of free drumming classes for beginners, getting his own children Kit and Lola involved.


Harry's lessons take place over on his Instagram page.

Geography with Ben Fogle

Broadcaster Ben Fogle is holding daily lessons at 4pm to teach kids in his 'The Adventure Class'. During the online lessons, Ben shares stories of adventure and the wilderness.


The lessons take place over on his Instagram page.

Food Tech with Jamie Oliver

Top chef Jamie Oliver has a brand new show on Channel 4 called Keep Cooking and Carry On, which is currently being shot on his mobile due to the Coronavirus.


The show, which airs on Channel 4 Monday-Friday at 5.30pm, shows Jamie cooking some amazing yet simple dishes, which are perfect to get the kids involved!

History with Dan Snow

TV presenter and historian Dan Snow is 'bringing the classroom to your front room' with daily videos documenting some of the biggest moments in history.


So far, Dan has covered topics like The Black Death and World World 2, with more expected in the coming days on his History Hit channel.

The daily lessons will begin on Monday 20th April, with 14 weeks of curriculum-based learning on offer for children across the UK.

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