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Rachel Quick

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Principal/CEO @thewherryschool. passionate about personalised learning opportunities for Autistic YP: robustly advocating for future female leaders: Italophile - Midlander exiled in Norfolk - in denial about growing up!

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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Enjoy - we are sat in the foothills behind Lucca sharing EarPods (cheaper version) and listening to the “Venetian Candidate” in the dark! It’s rather hot and humid here. Cannot imagine what it’s like further south.
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
The view from Rimini airport where the staff got to enjoy the view and we got to queue Ryan Air style!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
From inside Rimini airport we got to enjoy the sight of the staff watching anything happening outside whilst Passengers were corralled within a complex Ryan Air queuing system - no view of rhe outdoors!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Thought I’d wander back from my meeting at Tavistock Place towards (loose term) Liverpool Street - I had plenty of time! Gave up by Kings Cross! Too warm! Hope you stayed cooler!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Im going to say that from lived experience that Etna is a fickle character who needs to be treated with respect! Stunning…but…would go back in an instance!!! My own photos…long story…the guide isn’t always right!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
Not often I can say “I was there!”…and be utterly inline with the Zeitgeist…but I was & I took my 20 & 16 year old daughters who knew every word! And are far “cooler” than I will ever be! #Gorillaz #TottenhamStadium Utterly phenomenal & the most beautiful, inspirational, generous experience
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
So so grim…stay warm! Came home and am in pjs and furry dressing gown! Here the wildlife has also decided to vote with their feet…rabbit has set up camp in the “hut” - here’s to a sunny weekend!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
I found this evening that going into the garden and spending time in nature was somewhat more restorative and positive - there is hope with any rainbow…Norfolk needs double hope tonight!!!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Absolutely gorgeous - hello from a sunny Google building at Kings Cross
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
@pgjonesvenice.bsky.social - hard match to watch as a Canaries fan! But nice to end the season at the right end of the table! Not sure any of us thought that possible in December!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
What a joyful thread! I say this as a bereaved dog owner who over the last 15 years, replaced 4 sofas, spent thousands on fencing to contain a compulsive Door-Dasher! Had to put top locks on doors as he could open them by bouncing on the handle & spent the equivalent of a mortgage on doggy daycare
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
The complex interrelationships in the rugby explained through cocktails - Negroni with a Welsh Gin base! Cin Cin my Negroni admiring friends - @rickturner.bsky.social @pgjonesvenice.bsky.social #ForzaAzzurri #dewchymlaencymru
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Looks fabulous…the other Serenissima is pretty ok too!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Carnevale - and Chinese New Year - came with no expectations and had the most hilarious day. Fritelle (for breakfast) through to sunset and beyond! 9.5 miles and 15 storeys of walking! Cheese and franciacorta for supper! Just amazing #Venezia #carnevale
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Oh my goodness - how gorgeous. We have guinea pigs at school to support pupils with regulation! The therapy pigs have taken part in GCSEs, enjoyed stimulating witting and just bringing joy…
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
Absolute highlight…added the Vasari corridor to the Uffizi ticket. So across the Ponte Vecchio above all the shops and people!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
Oh I do love a “furtle” through other people’s cupboards and lives!!! (As we say in Norfolk!! Another gorgeous film. Thank you xxx. From a cheeky weekend away in Firenze!!!!!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
We’re back too! After Positano, Turin was its usual very chilled self! Welcome back! Enjoy the other La Serenissima
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Rainy this evening here - 🤞🏼 for sunshine tomorrow - for us all. Although my friend has a small place near Monte Bianco…and has sent these photos! She took shorts 🤦🏼‍♀️
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
That’s a great street!!! Flew over Venice today - the cloud over the Dolomites lifted as we got there! The Amalfi is sunny - but predictably chilly once the sun goes. View from the apartment…and the builders’ transport -!Have the best time
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 28/09/2025
Greetings from a cloudy lunchtime in Epsom and now cloudy and chilly Norfolk!!! Have a fabulous break!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 30/08/2025
Isn’t it stunning!!! We stayed at the Austuria Ungaria - as the Excelsior was a little busy…but enjoyed “hanging around” the beach area! Staying with us - Noomi Rapace (which I found out on my return - as I didn’t recognise her!!!) Not long till you’re back!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 30/08/2025
What a lovely few minutes spent immersed in your nomadic life! I’m back from Italy & of course Venice - with the last few days on the Lido amongst the frenzied build up to the film festival. Just amazing! Italy was in equal measure noisy, vibrant & then just serene! But my garden has suffered 😩!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
Doing our usual zig zag courtesy of Frecciarossa and Rv, across Italy!!! Could do with Siena being a little more accessible - had to revert to a 50 minute bus journey to avoid a 4 hour train trek!!!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
Every intention of going to the Piazza this morning - but the heat is overwhelming…every bit of shadow filled! So watched the trials for the Palio from the apartment - #palio #siena #batterie
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 21/06/2025
Ps Happy Midsummer - first light - Southwold
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
I agree! And I’m super impressed with Hazel (is it???). She is quite funny and her jacket merged beautifully with the background!!!!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
Superb! I was back in “the gardens” about a month ago…fascinated the silence, the lack of tourists around S Pietro and by the huge arms/hands which could be seen within the Arsenale! Such a special place to visit and mooch around. Looking forward to the next instalment.
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
One last irritating photo - Winterton-on-Sea today! 6th March! CEO/Leaders meeting on the beach! A rare event x
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Oh dear - two weeks ago it was a little hit and miss - fog then brief amazing sunshine! Then back to cloud again! Found some quirky little galleries in La Latina -possibly even best described as bonkers. Loved it! x ps so warm I pulled my sleeves up and look like a builder drinking cava! Have fun!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
Cin-cin. Stasera…pub!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
@realgeoffbarton.bsky.social - a really fabulous visit. So many topics covered and thank you for coming and visiting!
Visit notification The Wherry School
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Yes indeed it was…😥😥😥 Spot the difference!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
Such a brilliant evening - great food! Great company - meeting Mindy and her husband - she came to Venice in January 1990 just as I left (mid December 89) - Mindy met a Venetian and married him! Strange parallels and sliding doors conversations!!! And a wonderful setting!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
Grazie!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
@pgjonesvenice.bsky.social @rickturner.bsky.social - my friend’s first visit to Venice…we’ve walked miles as you do…meal tonight - any recommendations please! I’ve done the one I know!!! We’re staying just off Campo Maurizio - Now coffee!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
And breathe…
Piazetta San MarcoGrand canal San Marco
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
Up early - Venice - I cannot wait! X
Ryan Air flight to Venice Coffee at Stansted Cappuccino at Venice
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
Train back from Bradford yesterday - storm did not help, poor photos of near sunset over fens with the sluices open…now up for football (lunchtime kick off) - next week Venice! Woohoo! Have a great La Serenissima!!!
Sluices open on Fens near Ely Flooded fenland landscape Ely Marina from train Ely Marina from the train
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 19/01/2025
Will also take heed & wait a couple of years before visiting the Vasari corridor; thank you for including the wonderful translation around “original simplicity”! A weekend in December to Florence was delightful! An opportunity for a spontaneous Accademia visit to sit for 45 minutes with David!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 27/12/2024
I’m going to miss you there too!!! I’m going soon with my ex BBC colleague! But don’t ask me where to stay…not booked yet…just the flights! So following for advice…Venice looks amazing - Whereas I was at Holkham Hall today (in the fog) enjoying their amazing Christmas trees and decorations!
Decorations at Holkham Hall - kitchen Decorations Holkham Hall - corridor Decorations Holkham hall. Main salon with treeMarble hall Holkham
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
Piazzale Michelangelo! They’re up until January 7th! You could do Twixmas!!!! Last one…I promise!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
It’s stunning! But I’m sure Venice is looking so beautiful too. Have some tasteful Christmas cheer from across the city…they do a good tree!!!!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
Buon Viaggio!! Italy was her usual beautiful self…have the most amazing time! 4 photos for you…despite it being terrifying sharing images with a professional photographer!
Pisa and full moon 13.12.24Face David MichelangeloDavid piazza signorinaSta Maria Novella Florence
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
I will miss you in Venice! And did you actually see Gladiator after your close encounter last year!
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
A wander around UEA Broad was less picturesque!!! Buongiorno La Serenissima!!! However - returning home Roman Holiday on TV - bliss!
UEA Norwich in gloom
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
Spoke on the same stage as Lord Blunkett about inclusion and the challenge of supporting the needs of autistic learners in schools - considering specialist settings mainstream settings. So privileged to share thinking - so much so I will pass on my usual editing of photos!!!
Speaking on stage about inclusive spacesTalking on stage about inclusive spaces Talking with a colleague about inclusive spacesLord David Blunkett
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 16/11/2024
Oh that sounds wonderful. I have everything crossed that the dog sitter can have the animal at the end of January, so I can indulge myself with a weekend of cicchetti and wandering. Cheeky weekend in Florence planned for mid December!!! But yes Budapest was wonderful!
Chain bridge Budapest Drinks at the W Budapest Opera Budapest Gerbeaud Budapest
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Rachel Quick @rachelquick.bsky.social · 16/11/2024
@rickturner.bsky.social feel I should say hello as we are now being drowned by new arrivals over here - are you off to La Serenissima soon? Due to get a little chilly this next week - stay warm! I have travelled a bit for work and now never want to be office based again! Norwich is fine as ever!
BudaView of Fisherman Bastion Budapest from Hilton sky atBudapest food market Hungarian pastries Budapest ashtrays
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