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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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  • 01 Dec 2025
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  • 01 Dec 2025
    Operation Christmas Child If you'd like to get involved or make a donation to share the Christmas spirit with a child in need, please check out the link below.
  • 01 Dec 2025
    Out year 7 netballers played in the Staffordshire netball league tournament at Fenton Manor on Thursday 27th November. Both teams showed what progression you can make with a great team effort and determination. Thunder A finished in 4th place only 2 points behind Moorside, winning against Endon, drawing with St Edwards and narrowly missing out to the other teams. Lightning finished in 3rd place drawing with Endon, Churnet View and St Edwards and narrowly losing to Moorside. A huge congratulations to all the girls, along with the year 8 leaders and Miss Mountford who helped to run the tournament.
  • 01 Dec 2025
    Our next SEND and Well-Bring coffee morning. Check out that feedback! This is open to Year 4 parents as well Kingsfield First School Knypersley First School Moor First School Oxhey First School Squirrel Hayes First School
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With Our Diary Dates

  • 01Dec

    SEND Coffee Morning

    0:00am – 0:00am
  • 10Dec

    Year 7 Loudmouth

    11:30am – 12:30pm
  • 10Dec

    Year 8 Loudmouth Performance: Calling it out!

    2:20pm – 3:00pm
  • 11Dec

    Christmas Jumper Day

    0:00am – 0:00am
  • 12Dec

    Cake Sale - Y7SC & 7FC

    0:00am – 0:00am
  • 16Dec

    Christmas Services

    0:00am – 0:00am
  • 17Dec

    Talent Show

    1:20pm – 3:30pm
  • 18Dec

    Y5/6 Panto

    0:00am – 0:00am
  • 18Dec

    School Production

    8:50am – 3:30pm
  • 19Dec

    Y5/6 Extravaganza

    0:00am – 0:00am

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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