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.

More about our school

Our Vision and Values

See Our
Term Dates

Click Here
Visit Our
Admissions

Click Here
See Our
Vacancies

Click Here
Visit Our
School Uniform

Click Here
Make a
Payment

Click Here

18 Dec 2025
Christmas Door Competition Winners A huge well done to everyone who took part in our Christmas Door Competition. The creativity, effort and festive spirit on display were fantastic and made the school feel truly Christmassy Congratulations to our winning rooms: Room 3 Room 12 Room 16 Room 18 Thank you to all staff and pupils for getting involved and spreading so much Christmas cheer
View This Post
18 Dec 2025
Congratulations to our KS3 winners. Well done to Shalom and Rossi in Year 7 and Jacob and Kenzee in Year 8.
View This Post
18 Dec 2025
Final Special Mentions Assembly of 2025 Today we came together for our final Special Mentions Assembly of 2025 at James Bateman Middle School. Throughout the year, we have proudly celebrated our pupils every week, recognising effort, kindness, resilience and achievement across our school community. It has been a pleasure to share these moments week after week and to see so many pupils recognised for the positive choices they make. A huge well done to all those celebrated today and to every pupil who has contributed to making our school such a supportive and successful place to learn. We look forward to all that 2026 will bring and to continuing our weekly celebrations in the new year. #TeamBateman #SpecialMentions #ProudMoments
View This Post
17 Dec 2025
A huge thank you to all of our parents and families for your incredibly kind and generous donations to our Food Bank Appeal. Your support will make a real difference to local families in need and truly shows the strength and compassion of our school community. We are so grateful for your continued kindness and generosity.
View This Post
17 Dec 2025
Handmade James Bateman Baubles Our DT department have been busy creating their very own handmade James Bateman Christmas baubles! These festive decorations will be on sale for £1 each at the KS2 Extravaganza on Friday 19th December, or you can purchase them via Arbor from Friday 19th December. They make a perfect keepsake for the tree! Take a look at an example below!
View This Post