Coppermill Primary School is a one form entry school catering for children between the ages of three and eleven years. It is a multi-cultural school, welcoming families from many different ethnic groups and creeds.

The school is located in the London Borough of Waltham Forest, at the junction of Edward Road and Coppermill Lane, in a quiet, predominatly residential area. It is close to Walthamstow High Street, with its famous market and within easy reach of bus, rail and underground transport. It is adjacent to the Douglas Eyre Sports Centre and in easy walking distance of the Walthamstow Marshes and the River Lea.