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The staff at James Bateman are dedicated to providing pupils with the very best learning experiences. Our values and beliefs are the driving force behind this.

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James Bateman Middle School

We all learn best when we are happy and supported, challenged and encouraged. At James Bateman we strive to make sure learning is enriching and enjoyable. We work with every pupil to nurture their individual abilities and to equip them for success, both academically and in terms of life skills.

The atmosphere at James Bateman is very special and we welcome visits to our school so that you can experience it for yourself.

We are consistently ranked as one of the highest performing middle schools in the county. High academic standards are achieved within a caring and supportive school community. Our focus is on excellence in all that we do. Our school community of pupils, parents, staff and governors all work together to provide an engaging learning environment that ensures each pupil fulfils their potential.

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  • 01 Oct 2025
    It is that time of the year again. Please spread the word for us. Knypersley First School Kingsfield First School Squirrel Hayes First School Moor First School Oxhey First School
  • 01 Oct 2025
    Reminder for Year 5: Next week we will be visiting Biddulph Fire Station for their Safe & Sound Workshops. 7/10/25 - 5SLF & 5BES 8/10/25 - 5RB & 5RJ Please remember to bring a packed lunch on this day as we will be having an early dinner ready for a 1:00 start. If you are wanting a packed lunch provided by school ,please ensure these have been ordered via the school office. For a reminder of all information, please refer back to the letter on the school website.
  • 30 Sep 2025
    This morning, Entrust visited KS2 to demonstrate and talk about instruments that are on offer for children to have lessons on within school. If your child is interested in learning an instrument, please speak to or contact Miss Roche.
  • 30 Sep 2025
    Calling all Year 5 pupils. We have 20 more places up for grabs on a trip to the National Memorial Arboretum Please see the attached letter for more details - https://www.jamesbateman.staffs.sch.uk/attachments/download.asp?file=670&type=pdf
  • 30 Sep 2025
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With Our Diary Dates

  • 07Oct

    Year 8 A&B Netball at James Bateman

    until 0:00am
  • 08Oct

    Parents Evening

    until 0:00am
  • 10Oct

    Riddles & Rhymes Day

    until 0:00am
  • 14Oct

    Year 7A7B Netball at Churnet View

    until 0:00am
  • 15Oct

    Y8 Football @ Woodhouse

    3:30pm – 3:30pm
  • 17Oct

    Cake Sale 8AD & 8NJ

    until 0:00am
  • 18Oct

    Open Day

    until 0:00am
  • 21Oct

    Open Day

    until 0:00am
  • 22Oct

    Year 6 Swimming Festival 

    until 0:00am
  • 24Oct

    Cake Sale 8LPe & 8MC

    until 0:00am

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office@jamesbateman.staffs.sch.uk01782 973900Park Lane, Knypersley, ST8 7AT
James BatemanMiddle School
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01782 973900James Bateman Middle Schooloffice@jamesbateman.staffs.sch.ukPark Lane, Knypersley, ST8 7AT
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