Five Minutes with Ms Kirk 

How long have you worked at BSC?

I have worked here since 2018, when we first opened.

How many languages do you speak?

I only speak English, but I use Duolingo and am currently studying Italian. I have also tried to learn Spanish in the past. Those are the two languages I would love to learn!

If you could be anything for a day, what would you be and why?

I would like to be a water fountain because I’d be outdoors every day. I always feel bad for birds on hot days, so I’d be able to help animals, which I love. I also think water fountains are a beautiful, unique feature in gardens and bring people together. 

If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Probably sushi, because you can mix it up a bit. I love Japanese food.

If you could visit anywhere in the world, you’ve never been, where would you go?

Antarctica. I’m a little torn because I don’t want it to become overpopulated, but the idea of being somewhere so remote and seeing all those animals in the wild would be amazing.

What book/TV series/podcasts are you into at the moment?

My audiobook at the moment is Becoming, Michelle Obama's autobiography, because I recently went to see her and she is phenomenal. I’m reading a book called Katabasis, which is about the realms of hell. It’s a sci-fi fantasy novel that Ms Chaves actually recommended to me. For educational purposes, I’m also reading Digital Delusions, which is all about the impact of technology and AI on learning.

What has been a highlight of your time at BSC?

It was when our foundation year graduated and we were officially a full school. When we first opened the school, there was nothing here, so reflecting on what we’ve been able to build has been a great experience and like nothing else I’ve ever been able to do in my career.

What were you like as a student?

I was very studious. I was a good kid, I’ll be honest. I worked hard and didn’t really get into much trouble. I knew what I wanted to do, and by Year 10 I knew I wanted to be a teacher. I had a lot of fun.

What would you sing at karaoke night?

Evanescence's song Bring Me to Life. That’s my karaoke song!

Who would you want to play you in a movie of your life?

That’s a hard one. I love Sandra Bullock. I think she’s really down-to-earth and also a lot of fun. Plus, she’s made a lot of cool movies and is very versatile.

Interview by Lara K (Year 10) & Oliver P (Year 11)