Middle deemed secondaryData as of May 2026

James Bateman Middle School

Park Lane, Knypersley, Biddulph, ST8 7AT

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Pupils

373

Ages

9-13

FSM

36.5%

Capacity

440

Ofsted

Good

Jul 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

88.0%

Writing

66.0%

Maths

72.0%

RWM Combined

57.0%

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About James Bateman Middle School

James Bateman Middle School is a secondary school in Biddulph, Staffordshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 57% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 373 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for James Bateman Middle School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jul 2023 — School remains Good
Jan 2015 — Good (predecessor: James Bateman Junior High School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about James Bateman Middle School

What is James Bateman Middle School's Ofsted rating?

James Bateman Middle School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are James Bateman Middle School's latest exam results?

James Bateman Middle School: KS2 2024/25: 57% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is James Bateman Middle School located?

James Bateman Middle School is a secondary school in Biddulph, Staffordshire (ST8 7AT).

How many pupils attend James Bateman Middle School?

James Bateman Middle School has around 373 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare James Bateman Middle School with other schools?

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