BT is giving customers unlimited access to the BBC’s Bitesize online learning curriculum amid ongoing school closures.
The telco said that using the service will not eat into the data allowance of customers across BT Mobile, EE and Plusnet mobile.
Schools across the country are shut to the majority of students as part of the latest national lockdown.
Marc Allera, CEO of BT Group’s Consumer division, said: “We want to ensure that no child is left behind in their education as a result of this pandemic, and recognise that we all have a role we can play to help families and carers continue their children’s education while schools are closed.
“That’s why, as part of our Lockdown Learning support scheme launched last week, we’re proud to partner with the BBC and be the first network to zero rate BBC Bitesize and allow all of our mobile customers to access its incredible content without using up any data”
The BT announcement comes following calls for mobile providers to “step up” and help children learn remotely by removing or reducing data charges.
Labour leader, Sir Keir Starmer, recently told the BBC that the cost of data is “a big problem” for some families – particularly those on pay-as-you-go plans.
Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, replied saying that the government will “do its best” to support parents.
Customers accessing Bitesize through its website or app will receive the benefit automatically.
Tim Davie, BBC Director General, said: “With the pandemic forcing schools to close again we should not allow a lack of digital access to further impact children’s education.
“This is why I’m delighted we have agreed this partnership with BT to remove data charges when accessing the BBC’s brilliant Bitesize content.
“The BBC will continue to do all we can to ensure every child, whatever their circumstances, can continue to access vital educational materials during this time.”
Education Secretary, Gavin Williamson, added that further announcements regarding other online learning resources will be made soon.
