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!