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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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  • 14 Jan 2026
    Thank you to Biddulph High School and Sixth Form for delivering an assembly this morning outlining the expectations in Year 9 to our Year 8 students. This marks the first of many transition activities in preparation for their move to high school. This will be followed by a BHS careers assembly later in the half-term.
  • 14 Jan 2026
    Final reminder – admissions deadline approaching There is only 1 day left to apply for Year 5 and Year 7 places for September 2026. If you have not yet submitted your application, please make sure you do so before the deadline to avoid missing out. Apply online via Staffordshire County Council. Scroll to Making an application and choose online: https://www.staffordshire.gov.uk/Education/Admissions-primary/Apply/Overview.aspx If you are unable to apply online, you can apply by phone on 0300 111 8007 and select School Admissions and Transport. Please share this post to help spread the word and ensure no one misses the deadline.
  • 13 Jan 2026
    *2 Days to go* To apply for a place use the following link and scroll down to 'Making an application' then select 'online' https://www.staffordshire.gov.uk/Education/Admissions-primary/Apply/Overview.aspx Anyone who is unable to apply online can - call on 0300 111 8007 and select the option for 'School Admissions and Transport' Oxhey First School Knypersley First School Squirrel Hayes First School Kingsfield First School Moor First School Packmoor Ormiston Academy
  • 12 Jan 2026
    To apply for a place use the following link and scroll down to 'Making an application' then select 'online' https://www.staffordshire.gov.uk/Education/Admissions-primary/Apply/Overview.aspx Anyone who is unable to apply online can - call on 0300 111 8007 and select the option for 'School Admissions and Transport' Oxhey First School Knypersley First School Squirrel Hayes First School Kingsfield First School Moor First School Packmoor Ormiston Academy
  • 09 Jan 2026
See whats coming up

With Our Diary Dates

  • 16Jan

    7SC Career Workshop

    10:15am – 11:15am
  • 16Jan

    7CMO Career Workshop

    11:30am – 12:30pm
  • 20Jan

    Year 6 Swimming Gala

    0:00am – 0:00am
  • 22Jan

    Year 7&8 Futsal at Fenton Manor

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 23Jan

    7FC Career Workshop

    10:15am – 11:15am
  • 23Jan

    7LC Career Workshop

    11:30am – 12:30pm
  • 29Jan

    Y8 Rugby @ CHS

    3:30pm – 3:30pm
  • 30Jan

    Cake Sale - 6AB & 6BR

    0:00am – 0:00am
  • 05Feb

    Y7 Rugby @ CHS

    3:30pm – 3:30pm
  • 06Feb

    SEND Coffee Morning

    9:00am – 11:00am

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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