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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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19 Jun 2026
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19 Jun 2026
Creativity in every detail! Our talented Y8 have been putting their woodworking skills into practice by designing and crafting beautiful handmade wooden mobile phone holders. From measuring and cutting to sanding and finishing, each holder showcases the creativity, patience, and craftsmanship developed throughout the project. It's fantastic to see students turning simple pieces of wood into practical and stylish products they can be proud of. Well done to everyone involved for demonstrating such impressive creative skills and attention to detail!
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19 Jun 2026
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19 Jun 2026
A Fantastic Pie and Pea Night! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Pie and Pea Night. It was wonderful to see so many people come together for an evening of great food, laughter and community spirit. The event was a fantastic success, and we are incredibly grateful to all those who attended, volunteered and helped make the evening run so smoothly. Your support is greatly appreciated and helps make events like this possible. We hope everyone enjoyed their pies, peas and good company as much as we did! We look forward to welcoming you to our next event. Thank you once again for your continued support!
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19 Jun 2026
Special Mentions Assembly What a fantastic way to end the week at James Bateman as we came together to celebrate the achievements of our pupils. From excellent effort in lessons to acts of kindness and determination, there was so much to recognise and applaud. We were also delighted to celebrate pupils who continue to make great progress with their reading, reaching impressive word counts and achieving important milestones along the way. Our weekly Special Mentions Assembly is always a highlight, giving us the opportunity to recognise the many ways our pupils make our school such a positive and successful community. Congratulations to everyone celebrated today – keep up the amazing work!
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