One of the top independent schools for boys in Canada, Crescent School spans 37 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. Learn more about us by attending an Open House or taking a virtual tour. We look forward to welcoming you to our campus.
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.
Crescent’s enrolment grew by two in Fall 2019 when Alex Richardson and Frank Finlayson, both Year 10 students from The Scots College in Sydney, Australia, became the first participants in an international student exchange program being piloted at Crescent. They were hosted by the families of Grade 10 Crescent students Charlie P. Bunker and Andrew Jaques for six weeks starting in late October. This summer, Bunker and Jaques will attend “winter term” at The Scots College.
While they were here, Richardson and Finlayson attended Grade 10 classes at Crescent. They were also introduced to Canadian cultural experiences such as Halloween, hockey and snow.
Most importantly, the program was an opportunity for the boys to build friendships that stretch around the world.
“Coming into Crescent, I was expecting for it to take a couple of days to get settled into life at the school,” Finlayson said. “But the moment I stepped into the halls at Crescent, I was greeted with kindness and love. I have made so many good friends here, and some that I hope will stay friends for life.”
“An exchange program offers students a unique opportunity to experience a different culture and educational system, and build confidence and resilience by living outside the familiar home setting,” says David Grant P’14, Crescent’s Dean of Studies. “We’re excited to see where this pilot program will lead.”
Shown in photo, left to right: Andrew Jaques, Frank Finlayson, Charlie P. Bunker and Alex Richardson.