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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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  • 22 May 2026
    Year 7 award winners for end of Summer 1 term
  • 22 May 2026
    Year 6 award winners for end of Summer 1 term: Lexi and Sam. Also a big well done to 6LJ who won best form!
  • 22 May 2026
    Huge congratulations to Jaxon in Year 5! Last week, Jaxon attended his final review at Crewe Alexandra as an Under-10 player and has successfully been retained for the Under-11 squad next season a fantastic achievement! To make the week even more special, Jaxon and his team played Stoke City F.C. on Sunday in their final Academy game of the season and came away with an incredible 5–4 victory! Well done, Jaxon everyone is very proud of you!
  • 22 May 2026
    And we have landed back in England, just about to get off the ferry and TomTom currently says 4hrs 40mins to get back to school (with no stops ). We also anticipate there may be holiday traffic. We will keep you updates on here, Thank you.
  • 22 May 2026
See whats coming up

With Our Diary Dates

  • 22May

    Y8 Residential

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 22May

    Summer Fayre

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 22May

    Last Day Of Term

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 02Jun

    Picnic On Yard

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 03Jun

    SEND Coffee Afternoon

    0:00am – 0:00am
  • 03Jun

    Year 8 M&G Enterprise Challenge

    11:30am – 3:20pm
  • 05Jun

    House Point Rewards

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 08Jun

    Y6 Blue Peris

    8:30am – 3:30pm
  • 08Jun

    Y8 Bakeoff

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 09Jun

    Y5 & 6 Athetlics At Woodhouse

    2:50pm

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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