James Bateman Middle School
Park Lane, Knypersley, Biddulph, ST8 7ATOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
James Bateman Middle School is a middle school in Biddulph for ages 9 to 13. It is one of the 451 schools in Staffordshire. It ranks 159th of 227 primary schools in Staffordshire. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2015.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 29 January 2015, report published 25 February 2015
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 18 July 2023
Pupils feel happy and safe in this inclusive school. Relationships between staff and pupils are a real strength. Staff know their pupils well, and pupils know who to talk to if they have any worries or concerns. Pupils are respectful, kind and polite. As one pupil said: 'Pupils can be who they want to be.' Staff have high expectations for pupils' behaviour and conduct. Pupils live up to these. In lessons, staff have created a calm, engaging and purposeful atmosphere. Pupils behave well. The prefects take an active role in maintaining a positive environment at social times by 'patrolling' the corridors. There are many other leadership opportunities for pupils, and pupils strive to take up these roles. Pupil leaders in the 'reading crew' promote reading across the school and help their peers to select books linked to their interests. Reading is a key part of school life. There are many extra-curricular activities on offer. These include basketball, football, choir, and arts and crafts. All pupils take part in at least one club. Leaders have made a pledge that all pupils will attend at least one trip per year. Pupils have enjoyed trips and residentials to Llandudno and London.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, such as mathematics, teachers do not consistently choose activities that match the needs of all pupils. This means that pupils who have a secure understanding of the work are not given opportunities to enhance or deepen their knowledge. Leaders should ensure that all teachers develop strategies and teaching activities so that pupils can deepen and enhance their existing knowledge.
- A few pupils with SEND do not have their needs identified and managed precisely enough once they join the school. This limits leaders' ability to meet these pupils' needs. Leaders should ensure that they accurately identify the needs of pupils with SEND so they can get the help they need.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
90 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
373 pupils on roll, with places for 440
Schools near James Bateman Middle School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knypersley First School | 0.1 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | Not published |
| Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy | 0.3 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 83% met the expected standard |
| Squirrel Hayes First School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Kingsfield First School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Oxhey First School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- THE CREATIVE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP TRUST
- Age range
- 9 to 13
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Tracy Price
- Phone
- 01782973900
- Address
- Park Lane, Knypersley, Biddulph, ST8 7AT
- Local authority
- Staffordshire
- URN
- 146914
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.