Character

Michael Byrne

Michael Byrne in Waterloo Road (2006), played by Alec Newman.

Michael Byrne is an award-winning, dynamic, media-friendly 'Super Head' teacher (formerly science teacher) who has earned himself a fearless and high profile reputation in the media after famously surviving a vicious stabbing attack by a student. Rather than turning his back on teaching, he's dedicated his life to successfully improving failing schools through a promise to never let the past stand in his way.

Read more about Michael Byrne on BBC Waterloo Road Wiki at Fandom

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Waterloo Road2006