Get the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox so you never miss a thing He’s the headteacher credited with turning around schools in areas where pupils face some of the toughest social challenges.
And James Eldon’s tenth year as a head has been the most challenging yet. Lockdowns, bubbles and isolation are all things he's glad to see the back of. Read more:Tributes paid to 'giant in Bolton' David Greenhalgh after council leader dies While the coronavirus pandemic is far from over, Mr Eldon is hoping for a more settled 12 months for his pupils at Manchester Academy in Moss Side.
The 50-year-old Bristolian describes himself as an honorary Manc who first fell for the city via its soul scene. A career in Manchester's schools followed,
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