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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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  • 23 Mar 2026
    Arrived safe and sound at the hostel
  • 23 Mar 2026
    Pay £1 via Arbor or cash to your form tutor
  • 23 Mar 2026
    Exciting New Arrivals Coming Soon! We are pleased to announce that a selection of Bible manga books will soon be available in the school library. These books present well-known Bible stories in a fresh, visual, and engaging format, making them a great choice for readers who enjoy graphic novels or want to explore these stories in a new way. They will be available for any pupils who are interested, so keep an eye out on the shelves very soon! Happy reading!
  • 23 Mar 2026
    Out of this world! The whole of Year 5 and 7 have had a fabulous day inside the Star Dome, the inflatable space observatory. Each class had a tour of the Solar System and beyond with Scott Walker, a research scientist from Keele University. The students was enthralled and amazed! They wrote some lovely letters of thanks to Scott too.
  • 21 Mar 2026
See whats coming up

With Our Diary Dates

  • 23Mar

    Year 7 London

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 24Mar

    Inspire Evening performance at BHS

    3:30pm – 6:30pm
  • 27Mar

    Cake Sale - Y5RS & 5SLF

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 27Mar

    Whole School Non-Uniform Day

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 27Mar

    Bateman Bongo Bingo Y7&8

    1:30pm – 3:30pm
  • 13Apr

    Inset Day

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 15Apr

    SEND Coffee Morning

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 15Apr

    Y7 Football Tournament

    3:30pm – 5:30pm
  • 16Apr

    Y5 & Y6 Poetry Performance At Hempstalls

    9:00am – 11:00am
  • 21Apr

    RESERVE DATE for year 3 netball festival

    9:00am – 3:20pm

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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