Joshua Davidson

Joshua Davidson is the Founder and Managing Director of Night Zookeeper, a London-based children's brand that focuses on educational content aimed at children aged 6 to 12. He co-founded Night Zookeeper in 2012 alongside Paul Hutson. The brand includes a web-based learning program, a book series, and a TV mini-series, all centered around the imaginative world of the "Night Zoo" designed to make learning enjoyable and foster creativity in children.12

Under Davidson's leadership, Night Zookeeper has developed a flagship online reading and writing program that has reached over 1 million children globally. The program encourages literacy through gamified learning experiences and has been integrated into classrooms worldwide, especially gaining traction during the COVID-19 pandemic when it evolved into a resource for at-home learning.1

Davidson is also an author; he wrote the Night Zookeeper book series, which has been published by Oxford University Press since 2017. The series includes multiple titles, with the first book, The Giraffes of the Whispering Wood, released in January 2018. The books are designed to enhance children's reading and writing skills while engaging their imagination.13

In addition to his educational initiatives, Davidson played a significant role in the creation of the Night Zookeeper TV series, which was the first animated children's show to be co-created with contributions from children. This innovative approach allowed young audiences to engage directly in the creative process, further inspiring their literacy skills.2

Davidson's educational endeavors have been recognized with various accolades, including nominations for prestigious awards like the BAFTAs, highlighting the impact of his work in the field of children's education.1