One of the top independent schools for boys in Canada, Crescent School spans 30 lush rolling acres in midtown Toronto. Now in our second century, we provide rich and diverse experiences and opportunities for boys in Grades 3-12 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. Or, learn more about us by exploring our website or attending an Open House. We look forward to providing your Boy of Promise with the support he needs to become a courageous Man of Character.
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 new facilities, signature academic programs and Student Financial Aid. Contributions, no matter what their size, allow us to deliver the best possible education for our boys – and help ensure that we continue to fulfil our mission: Men of Character from Boys of Promise.
Crescent School doesn’t slow down when regular classes are out. Our Summer Academic Program helps high school students "reach ahead" to accelerate learning or lighten next year’s course load. Our March Break and Summer Camps offer girls and boys the best of Crescent in a day camp setting, with programs in robotics, athletics, business, leadership, the arts and more.
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 Canada. An equal-opportunity employer, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and believe strongly in workplace accessibility.
You do not need to be a Crescent student to register for our online after-school programming. Girls and boys from any school are welcome.
Private Music Lessons
Enhance your child’s music education with private lessons taught by experienced and qualified instructors. A wide range of instruments and convenient scheduling options are available. Learn more about Private Music Lessons here.
After-School Programs - Spring 2021
Led by experienced camp staff, our After-School Online programs offer enriching and fun activities for boys and girls aged eight years and up.
Our Spring 2021 session begins the week of March 15 and ends May 31. Each activity takes place after school via Zoom.
Note that there will be no programs on the following dates: Friday, April 2 (Good Friday); Monday, April 5 (Easter Monday); April 12-16 (Spring Break); Monday, May 24 (Victoria Day).
Times available: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. (9 weeks: March 15 to May 31) Instructor: Matt Corolis Highlights: Advanced Comic Book Creation! Character building, long-form comics, and comic-book design! This immersive program takes a deep dive into the world of Comic Books, from the idea and collaboration with classmates, to understanding backstory and how it affects our characters and the world around them. Comic Book II will lead participants towards creating their very own professionally laid out comics. This is a follow-up program to Introduction to Comic Book Creation, and offers more advanced elements for the comic book writer/artist looking to take their skills to the next level! Click here to view supplies and materials requirements. Student to Staff ratio: 10:1 Cost: $135
Times available: 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. (9 weeks: March 15 to May 31) Instructor: Sairah Fazil Highlights: Step into a different reality of your own creation! Participants will use CoSpaces to create and code an AR/VR experience to share with others. They will learn the basics of block coding, as well as bringing in 3D models from other programs. Code, collaborate, use your imagination to immerse yourself in the experience! Requirements to view the creations in AR/VR (not essential for the program):
AR - smartphone or tablet
VR - smartphone and VR goggles (we suggest Merge Goggles or Google Cardboard)
Times available: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. (10 weeks: March 16 to May 25) Instructor: Kira Rosenbloom Highlights: Have fun with science! Students will have fun learning about science through interactive activities and experiments that explore their natural creativity and curiosity. Activities may include puzzles, volcanoes, rockets, forensics and more. Click here to view supplies and materials requirements. Student to Staff ratio: 8:1 Cost: $150
Times available: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. (10 weeks: March 16 to May 25) Instructor: Nathan Beber Highlights: Learn your next move! This program will allow beginner and intermediate players to advance their skills. New strategies and techniques will be implemented as their skills progress. Students will have the opportunity to showcase their skills through an online platform where they will compete against peers. Fun learning games will be woven into the program to create a fun and collaborative environment. Click here to view supplies and materials requirements. Student to Staff ratio: 8:1 Cost: $150
Times available: 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. (10 weeks: March 17 to May 26) Instructor: Hassan Singer Highlights: Intermediate Minecraft! Students will build on their understanding of concepts used in coding for Minecraft and other programming languages while improving their teamwork and communication skills. By the end of the program, students will understand, and be able to use, programming ideas and structures. They will, for example, learn how and when to use variables, constants, coordinates, and loops. They will be able to use these tools to act quickly and smoothly in their Minecraft worlds and will be able to apply what they have learned when dealing with other programming languages since other languages use similar concepts and structures. Click here to view supplies and materials requirements. Student to Staff ratio: 5:1 Cost: $225
Times available: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. (10 weeks: March 17 to May 26) Instructor: Tony Qian Highlights: Private Coding! Tutored by a highly qualified computer science teacher, students will develop their skills in their preferred choice of programming language: Java or Python. This personalized learning session is offered to students who are new to programming. This program is also offered on Thursdays. Students should have a Windows/OSX computer with a functional web-cam. Click here to view supplies and materials requirements. Student to Staff ratio: 1:1 Cost: $450
Times available: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. (10 weeks: March 18 to May 27) Instructor: Kira Rosenbloom Highlights: Learn the basics and beauty of ASL through fun games and activities! American Sign Language (ASL) is a visual language that supports all learners to communicate and process linguistic information through the eyes, facial expressions and body movement. Click here to view supplies and materials requirements. Student to Staff ratio: 8:1 Cost: $150
Times Available: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. (10 weeks: March 18 to May 27) Instructor: Tony Qian Highlights: Private Coding! Tutored by a highly qualified computer science teacher, students will develop their skills in their preferred choice of programming language: Java or Python. This personalized learning session is offered to students who are new to programming. This program is also offered on Wednesdays. Students should have a Windows/OSX computer with a functional web-cam. Click here to view supplies and materials requirements. Student to Staff ratio: 1:1 Cost: $450
Times Available: 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. (10 weeks: March 18 to May 27) Instructor: Debate Camp Canada Highlights: Improve your public speaking! An important life skill, feeling comfortable and confident in delivering your message, whether it is speaking to convince, to educate or to entertain is essential. This program, with instruction by Debate Camp Canada, will offer opportunities for students to discover and practice the critical components of public speaking. Students will be grouped according to age and skill level. Click here to view supplies and materials requirements. Student to Staff ratio: 8:1 Cost: $250