Oddizzi was created by educators who recognised the need for something more: more engaging, more relevant and more authentic.
Because children don’t learn if they’re not engaged – and they won’t care unless their curiosity is sparked.
We love creating films and resources that bring geography to life. Our adventures take us from the UK to the depths of the rainforest, across remote deserts, onto the ice of Antarctica and into the heart of unique communities.
Our mantra is simple: if it doesn’t excite us as a team, why would it excite your children? That’s why we pour our passion, inquisitiveness and sense of wonder into everything we do, so children can discover the world in a way that is real, engaging and unforgettable.
Wherever we are in the world, children are at the heart of everything we do.
MEET THE TEAM
Jenny Cooke
Jenny was a primary school teacher for 10 years before founding Oddizzi in 2012. Her boundless imagination and infectious enthusiasm drives Oddizzi’s mission to bring purposeful primary geography to life. She co-presents all our films and plays a hands-on role across the entire production process.
Jessica Hill
Jessica is Deputy Head of Alwoodley Primary School in Leeds and has worked in education for over 25 years. Jessica is a consultant to the Geographical Association, and her school currently holds the Primary Geography Quality Mark status at Gold Hub level. She helps shape each of Oddizzi’s films, from concept to classroom and presents them too!
Ben Ballin
Ben is an experienced primary consultant specialising in geography and global education. He has worked, written and trained for the Geographical Association and the Royal Geographical Society, and has collaborated with Oddizzi for more than 8 years. Ben plays a key role in Oddizzi’s films, overseeing all geographical content and ensuring accuracy and curriculum relevance.
Oliver Wheeldon
Parhelion Entertainment was founded by Oliver Wheeldon, a filmmaker producing narrative, commercial and educational content in remote and extreme environments across the globe. Parhelion has filmed, produced and edited all of Oddizzi’s films.
Debbie Kilner
Debbie has worked in print design for over 35 years. She loves creating resources that are appealing to young children, so they motivate them to engage with their learning. She is the magic behind Oddizzi Going Places printable resources.
Jo Willcox
Jo has 15 years’ experience in education and is an award-winning children’s author. She is passionate about making learning fun and accessible for children, plays a key role in refining Oddizzi’s films, and writes our weekly news packs.
Beverley Roby
Beverley has more than 20 years’ experience in the education sector, including the past 9 years with Oddizzi. She oversees customer service and supports schools at every stage of their Oddizzi journey, from onboarding new subscribers to handling renewals and nurturing ongoing relationships.
Riley Rheyan
Riley Rheyan is a London-based producer originally from Canada. She supports international shoots, coordinating logistics, travel, and on-the-ground production to help filming run smoothly in a wide range of environments. Through her work on the Oddizzi series, Riley has helped deliver filming across the UK, the Amazon Rainforest and the Namib Desert.
Becky Dockley
Becky is a primary school teacher with over 10 years’ experience and a passion for geography and outdoor learning. She supports Oddizzi with content creation, bringing her classroom expertise and creativity to each project. She loves finding engaging, accessible ways to spark children’s curiosity about the world.
Becky Jeffries
Becky is a graphic designer who loves creating inspiring and engaging designs for all different media and audiences. She is the inspiration behind the new Oddizzi website.