Skip to content ↓

Ready, Respectful, Resilient

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.

Scroll down for more
Welcome to

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.

Follow us on Facebook

  • 12 Dec 2025
    Well done to the U13s Basketball team. They played against Churnet View at Leek High School. After a very equal match and some great rebounding from both teams but we won the game in the 4th quarter by 1 basket. A great team performance, all players applying their skills learnt in PE.
  • 12 Dec 2025
    Today's Special Mention Assembly reminded us that small acts of effort and kindness make a big difference. Well done to all of this week's award winners for leading the way and inspiring others around you.
  • 11 Dec 2025
  • 11 Dec 2025
    What a brilliant Christmas dinner day at school! Our pupils and staff enjoyed a festive feast filled with laughter, and plenty of Christmas cheer. A huge thank you to our amazing kitchen team for preparing such a delicious meal and making the hall feel wonderfully festive. Moments like these make our school community feel extra special. Wishing everyone a warm and joyful festive season!
  • 11 Dec 2025
See whats coming up

With Our Diary Dates

  • 12Dec

    Cake Sale - Y7SC & 7FC

    0:00am – 0:00am
  • 12Dec

    KS2 Christmas Disco

    12:30pm – 1:30pm
  • 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
  • 19Dec

    Y 7/8 Cinebowl

    0:00am – 0:00am
  • 19Dec

    Y7/8 Trip to Cinebowl

    0:00am – 0:00am
  • 19Dec

    School Production

    8:50am – 3:30pm

Contact Us Here

office@jamesbateman.staffs.sch.uk01782 973900Park Lane, Knypersley, ST8 7AT
James BatemanMiddle School
Contact Us
01782 973900James Bateman Middle Schooloffice@jamesbateman.staffs.sch.ukPark Lane, Knypersley, ST8 7AT
The Creative Learning Patnership Trust