Full name:

Clare Elizabeth Gorick

Where did you grow up?

I was born in London and from the age of two lived at Wellingborough School, where my dad was Headmaster.

Education:

Wellingborough School, The Leys Cambridge, Bath Spa University.

Your previous role and place of work:

The Perse School, Cambridge as a Music Teacher and Pastoral Lead.

What are you most looking forward to about working at King’s Ely?

I can’t wait to be back in a boarding house having been a boarder myself, and for my children to experience growing up in a school as I did.

Hobbies/interests outside of school:

I enjoy spending time with my family and we cannot wait to get a dog!

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

An actress.

If you could have a superpower, what would it be?

Teleportation.

What was the last book you read?

‘This is Going to Hurt’ by Adam Kay.

What song are you most likely to sing at a karaoke?

‘Think’ by Aretha Franklin.

What is your favourite film?

Elf!

Do you have any phobias or fears?

Wasps and heights.

Name three things you would want with you if stranded on a desert island for a week:

A photo of my children, an iPod and an endless supply of Salt and Vinegar Walkers crisps!

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