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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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Welcome to

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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  • 11 Jul 2025
    Students can be collected at 9:45 from Horton village. If parents aren't collecting, students will be dropped off back at school at 9:45.
  • 11 Jul 2025
    More from 6BR and 6AF's visit to the museum
  • 11 Jul 2025
    Winner of our summer raffle
  • 11 Jul 2025
    Mr Birtles and Mr Shaw have set their class a homework task to create an Anderson Shelter out of craft items found in their house linking to the WW2 topic. Their efforts and commitment have been nothing short of phenomenal. A big well done to all our year 5 students and a special well done to George, Emily and Esmay who were crowned as the winners
  • 11 Jul 2025
    6AF And 6BR on the way to the Potteries Museum. More photos to follow
See whats coming up

With Our Diary Dates

  • 14Jul

    Fun Sports

    9:00am – 3:30pm
  • 16Jul

    Leavers Assembly & Celebration Event

    1:30pm – 3:30pm
  • 17Jul

    Reading REward

    8:30am – 3:30pm
  • 18Jul

    End of Year Reward Trips

    8:30am – 3:30pm

Contact Us Here

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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