James Bateman Junior High School
URN: 124428 • Stoke-on-Trent ST8 7AT
Overview
- Name
- James Bateman Junior High School
- URN
- 124428
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Middle deemed secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tracy Price (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Park Lane, Stoke-on-Trent ST8 7AT
Summary
James Bateman Junior High School, located in Biddulph, Stoke-on-Trent, serves students aged 9 to 13 and operates as a mixed foundation school with a current enrolment of 385 pupils, against a capacity of 440. The school prides itself on creating a friendly and inclusive environment where every student is valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential. The ethos of "Ready, Resilient, Respectful" underpins the school's approach to education and personal development.
The curriculum is designed to provide a broad and rich experience, with a primary model for Years 5 and 6, allowing students to work predominantly with one class teacher, and a secondary model for Years 7 and 8, where they engage with subject specialists. Facilities include IT suites, science labs, and technology rooms, supporting a diverse range of learning activities. The school places a strong emphasis on reading and character development, fostering skills such as teamwork and empathy.
James Bateman Junior High School has received a 'GOOD' rating from Ofsted in July 2023, reflecting its commitment to high-quality education and personal growth. The school values strong relationships within the community and encourages open communication with families to support student success.
The curriculum is designed to provide a broad and rich experience, with a primary model for Years 5 and 6, allowing students to work predominantly with one class teacher, and a secondary model for Years 7 and 8, where they engage with subject specialists. Facilities include IT suites, science labs, and technology rooms, supporting a diverse range of learning activities. The school places a strong emphasis on reading and character development, fostering skills such as teamwork and empathy.
James Bateman Junior High School has received a 'GOOD' rating from Ofsted in July 2023, reflecting its commitment to high-quality education and personal growth. The school values strong relationships within the community and encourages open communication with families to support student success.
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Nearby alternatives
- Woodhouse Academy (63.9)
- Woodhouse Middle School (45.2)
- Waterhouses CofE Middle School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 9 - 13
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 440
- Pupils
- 385
- Boys
- 191
- Girls
- 194
- FSM %
- 18.40
- Open date
- Close date
- 2019-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-05-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 385 | 191 | 194 | 440 | 18.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 385 | 191 | 194 | 440 | 18.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 385 | 191 | 194 | 440 | 18.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 385 | 191 | 194 | 440 | 18.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 385 | 191 | 194 | 440 | 18.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 385 | 191 | 194 | 440 | 18.40 |
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