School Profile

School Profile

Copper Cliff Public School is located in the community of Copper Cliff, Ontario, approximately six kilometers west of the City of Greater Sudbury. Originally built in 1937 as Copper Cliff High School, it became Copper Cliff Public School in 1981 and maintains a strong connection to multiple generations in the community.

Beautiful shade trees and a very inviting schoolyard surround Copper Cliff Public School. A frog pond, sports and climbing equipment, and park benches for relaxing enhance the outdoor experience. An ongoing re-greening project, involving both the community and the school, continues to ensure the enhancement of school grounds.

Copper Cliff Public School reflects the rich historical fabric of the community. The local headquarters for Vale, one of the world’s largest mining producers, Copper Cliff has welcomed generations of children as well as newcomers to the area.

In addition to our Kindergarten to Grade 8 classrooms, the school houses three Intensive Support classrooms, for a total of approximately 200 students. Among our other partnerships, our school hosts an EarlyON Centre and before and after school daycare. The school is closely connected to the community and benefits from the strong support of parents and guardians.

Our mission at Copper Cliff is to enhance the learning and development of the whole child and to foster an enriching educational experience. With a strong commitment to maintaining an inclusive environment within the school, staff members encourage a growth mindset from all learners. Our school is family oriented, with strong connections to the community. Staff members show pride in the school and maintain personal connections with older students and graduates.

Our staff has established a culture that is open to change, receptive to new strategies, and highly collaborative. Staff members are dedicated educators who care about kids. Recently, a greater focus has been placed on effective mathematics instruction. Teachers aim to balance problem solving while developing mental math strategies. Technology is another focus at CCPS; students are encouraged to use these supports, to demonstrate their learning. Our school is equipped with Chromebooks, iPads, SMART board technology, and coding robots to further enhance learning.

Educators at Copper Cliff have high expectations for all students and work hard to ensure each child gets the support they need to succeed with learning goals. The school also emphasizes integration support and accommodations for students with unique learning needs.

Our school benefits from the support of our dedicated School Council members. Fundraising has supported several improvements to technology and to playground renewal, and members of our community volunteer regularly. The council aims to work constructively with administration, staff, and community members to find innovative solutions that support and enhance the school environment.

Copper Cliff Public School is a true community school; close enough so older students can walk from home. The Public Library, Dow Pool, McClelland Arena, Copper Cliff Museum, Diorite outdoor rink are just some of the community partners that are also within walking distance.