TWO music-loving teachers became buskers for the day – to raise money for charity.

PE masters Geddy Parkinson and Martin Convey sang to pupils at Ladybridge High School during break times in aid of the UNICEF charity.

"We have no problem standing in front of our students to teach them, but singing to an audience was definitely a different proposition, " said Geddy. "Despite a few dodgy high notes and made-up lyrics, we really enjoyed it and so did the students. It’s safe to say though, that we won’t be heading for X Factor auditions anytime soon."

Ladybridge held a week of events after being named UNICEF's school of the year for its fundraising efforts.

Geddy and Martin came up with the idea to busk after buying a new music system to use in lessons. So, after a quick burst of Bohemian Rhapsody and other covers, the duo were convinced they were the real deal.

During their busking gig they started off with The Proclaimers in the hope they would get audience participation, followed by Justin Bieber, The Beatles' Twist and Shout before ending the set with Take That's Never Forget.

Geddy added: "The reaction at first was a look of confusion from some, wondering why two PE teachers were in jeans and a shirt and were stood on a bench singing. But it wasn’t long until we had people singing along with us and throwing their loose change into our collection tubs.

"The worrying thing was seeing a lot of students filming us, which means our dodgy singing will no doubt be appearing on Facebook and Twitter!"

The school has been supporting UNICEF for nine years, as it is a children's charity and young people can relate to it. In that time they have raised over £16,000 and supported with individual events appeals to help victims of the Pakistan floods and the earthquake in Haiti, as well as support other appeals.

Geddy said: "As a school we have raised a considerable amount of money for UNICEF for many years now, and both staff and students alike are very aware of the positive impact our fundraising can have, not just in terms of the money we raise, but also in developing an awareness that there are children around the world who are in terrible need of help. So everyone at Ladybridge is really proactive in doing what they can to support such a worthy cause."

"Despite the initial embarrassment, we’d definitely do it again. We might even work on a dance routine and look like a proper boy band!"

Deputy head Ann Zammit said: "Each year the children and the staff make me incredibly proud, it shows they care massively and they can do something about the situation affecting children in parts of the world."