Kate Clanchy: Mrs Smith, biology, poetry, French trips, escaping from cross-country | #6

In this episode of the My Best Teacher podcast we chat to writer, author, poet and teacher Kate Clanchy about her school days, including:Why her biology teacher was so important to her time at schoolA very memorable - and quite long - French exchange programmeThe value of creative writing for young peopleArguing with her teachers Not always being the most committed cross-country runner

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The Tes My Best Teacher podcast chats to celebrities about the teachers that had a lasting impact on their life and what made them so special. We also delve into other school memories, from great trips out to the behaviours that landed them in detention - and much more besides to show that, no matter what you go on to achieve in life, you never forget your school days.