One of the top independent schools for boys in Canada, Crescent School spans 30 acres in midtown Toronto. Now in our second century, we provide rich and diverse experiences and opportunities for boys in Grades 1–12 to learn, grow and thrive. Character has always been at the centre of a Crescent education supporting our mission, Men of Character from Boys of Promise.
Since 1913, Crescent School’s focus has been on character development. It is part of our DNA and involves a deep, uncompromising commitment to three essential areas we believe bring out the best in boys: relational learning, mentoring and character-in-action. A school that truly understands what makes boys tick, Crescent is here to meet your son’s development needs every step of the way.
Finding the right school for your son is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Thank you for considering Crescent School. We invite you to apply through our online application form. Learn more about us by attending an Open House, booking a small group tour, or exploring our campus virtually.
A Crescent education is exciting, fulfilling and broad. Our curriculum is taught by highly motivated, supportive teachers who understand that establishing a relationship with your son unlocks the door to learning and engages him in his character development. Your son will be celebrated for both his work and his work ethic as we guide him academically and emotionally on his journey to becoming a Man of Character.
Character-in-Action programs are Crescent's co-curricular activities that provide boys with ample opportunities to develop character outside the classroom. Through clubs and teams in the arts, business, robotics and athletics, your son will discover new interests and build his leadership skills. And our outreach programs will allow him to gain compassion for others both in our community and abroad.
The generosity of our Crescent community provides vital support for our campus development, signature academic and co-curricular programs, and Student Financial Assistance. Contributions, no matter what their size, allow us to deliver the best possible education for our boys and help ensure that we continue to fulfill our mission: Men of Character from Boys of Promise.
Crescent School doesn’t slow down when regular classes are out. We offer a Summer Academic Program available to all high school students, as well as summer camps for children 4 to 13 years old. Our Successful Start program is a special academic prep program exclusively available to Crescent students.
Employment at Crescent School is an opportunity to build a rewarding career and belong to a dynamic community where all are respected for their contributions. Our employees share a commitment to excellence that has made us one of the top schools for boys in the world. An equal-opportunity employer, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and believe strongly in workplace accessibility.
Regular school hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Monday through Friday. During these hours, the Manor and Loggia receptions will be staffed to greet guests, receive deliveries, route phone calls, and respond to inquiries. A security guard is on duty daily (Monday–Sunday) between 7 a.m. and 11:30 p.m.
Crescent parents with scheduled meetings should enter the school through the Loggia Entrance and sign in at the visitor’s kiosk beside reception. Parents should wear their visitor’s pass for the duration of their visit.
The Manor entrance is exclusively for visitors, prospective families, guests of the Advancement Office, parents on campus for CPA-related business, and courier deliveries.
Lower School: Students arriving from 7:50–8:05 a.m. will gather in the Formal Garden. At 8:05, Primary students will be escorted by a teacher to their Home Form, while Junior students will navigate their way to their Home Form independently.
Lower School students arriving after 8:05 a.m. must enter through the Loggia Entrance, check in at the Assistant Head's office to complete a late slip, and then proceed to their Home Form.
Middle School: Students can enter the Lau Family Wing using the entrance beside Mr. Bell's Office starting at 7:30 a.m. (Students should NOT use the CCL doors).
After 8:15 a.m., Middle School students must use the Loggia entrance and travel to the Middle School via the Heritage Hallway, where they must sign in using the iPad at Mr. Campbell's desk.
Upper School: Upper School students may enter the building through the Loggia or Manor Entrances, using their key cards, which provide easy access to Upper School classrooms on both levels of the School.
After 8:30 a.m., students must sign in using the iPad in Ms. Martin's office.
Upper School students are assigned a key card with tap technology that allows entry to designated areas of the school during school hours. Key cards are personalized for each student with their photograph. Students must carry their key cards each day.
Students new to Crescent will have their key card photo taken during the New Boys Orientation. Returning students must bring their existing key cards when they return to school in September.
If a student has lost his card, the School will provide a one-time replacement at no charge. A $24 fee will apply to each subsequent replacement key card and will be charged to the Student Billing Account.