At Cleveland College Preparatory School, students are immersed in a safe, supportive environment where college readiness and social-emotional learning go hand in hand. With a focus on rigorous instruction and celebrating student success, our school fosters pride, growth, and high expectations at every grade level.

Specialized Learning Environments

Our facilities provide spaces for movement, creativity, and performance:

  • Gym with Stage
  • Kindergarten House
  • Courtyard

Sports

Students build school spirit and physical confidence through our athletics program:

  • Co-ed Basketball (6-8)
  • Girls Volleyball (4-8)
  • Cheer (4-8)

Positive School Culture Program

We use a comprehensive behavior and attendance incentive system that celebrates students for doing the right thing. ClassDojo points can be redeemed for Saber Store prizes, Chromebook time, dress down passes, and more. Students are also recognized through events like Movies with Management, special lunches, dances, dress-up days, student breakfasts, and the annual “Clap Out” during testing. Stay in the Game with the Cleveland Browns: Attendance incentive program to help increase student attendance. scholars who have perfect attendance can possibly get player visits, mascot visits and tickets to the game.


Dress Code

Our uniform policy supports consistency and focus:

  • Tops: Yellow, white or black polos, black sweater
  • Bottoms: Black or khaki pants, girls can wear knee length skirts or jumpers
  • Shoes/Accessories: Closed toe only, no crocs

Field Trips & Learning Excursions

Students participate in local and grade-level-specific learning experiences:

  • Grades K–2: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo (free)
  • Grade 8: Cedar Point Amusement Park (free), High School Visits
  • Coming in 2025: Potential trip to Playhouse Square Theatre District

Student Activities & School Traditions

A wide range of events bring our school community together to celebrate learning and create lasting memories:

  • Back to School Bash
  • Book Fair
  • Community Fall Fest
  • End of School Year Bash
  • Father Daughter Dance
  • Field Day
  • Holiday Shop
  • Mother Son Dance
  • Santa Comes to CCP
  • Firefighter Community Outreach
  • Muffins with Mom
  • Fathers Day Walk
  • Line Dance Event
  • Movie Night
  • Trunk or Treat

Clubs

Students explore interests and develop critical skills through after-school clubs:

  • Fellows of Curiosity, Understanding, and Success (F.O.C.U.S) (Boys Group) 
  • Dean Thompson every other Thursday for an hour after school

Through every activity, tradition, and connection, Cleveland College Preparatory School helps students grow into confident, curious, and caring learners.