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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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09 Nov 2026
🎁 WOW! Just look at all these shoeboxes! 🎁 What an incredible display of kindness and generosity from our James Bateman families! Our classroom is filling up with shoeboxes, each one packed with thoughtful gifts that will bring a little joy to a child this Christmas. 🎄🥰 A HUGE thank you to every pupil, parent and carer who has taken the time to put a box together. We really do appreciate it! 🍫 Pupils who have brought in a shoebox, don't forget to pop along to see Miss Cox in Room 18 to collect your chocolate treats to share with your family! We're so proud of our school community. Thank you for helping us make a difference, one shoebox at a time! 🎁 #OperationChristmasChild #JamesBatemanMiddleSchool #SpreadKindness
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08 Nov 2026
Today, we remember. On Remembrance Sunday, we were proud to be represented at the Biddulph Remembrance Service. A huge thank you to our Head Boy and Head Girl for representing James Bateman Middle School with such pride and respect. We would also like to thank Mrs Dalgleish for attending and representing the school. It is important that we take the time to remember and honour all those who have served, sacrificed and continue to serve our country. We will remember them.
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06 Nov 2026
🌳🔥 Forest School Fun! 🥚 Another fantastic Forest School session for our Year 5 pupils this week! There was plenty of exploring, teamwork and outdoor learning, with the highlight being a rather unusual cooking method... cooking an egg using a sparkler! 😂🥚 It's fair to say there's never a dull moment at Forest School! Well done, Year 5! 👏
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06 Nov 2026
Well done to the Year 7 rugby team. Played their first tournament of the year. They competed amazingly well against some tough opposition. They were great ambassadors for our school. Finishing the night with 1 win, 1 draw and 1 loss. Well done to all that played.
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05 Nov 2026
Well done to the under 13 rugby team they play in a rugby tournament ran by Leicester Tigers. They played some amazing rugby and were great role models for the school. They won 3 and drew 2 games remaining unbeaten, scoring 24 tries and only conceding 3. They should all be very proud.
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